5-Day Eastern Caribbean Itinerary from Miami, FL
	Day	Port	Arrive	Depart
	Monday	Miami, FL		4:00 PM
	Tuesday	“Fun Day” at Sea
	Wednesday	Grand Turk	7:00 AM	2:30 PM
	Thursday	Half Moon Cay	9:30 AM	6:00 PM
	Friday	Nassau	7:00 AM	5:00 PM
	Saturday	Miami, FL	8:00 AM

Important Note for USA Citizens:

As early as January 1, 2008, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda by land or sea (including ferries), may be required to present a valid passport or other documents as determined by the Department of Homeland Security. While recent legislative changes permit a later deadline, the Departments of State and Homeland Security are working to meet all requirements as soon as possible. Ample advance notice will be provided to enable the public to obtain passports or passport cards for land/sea entries.

The Bartenders Show recommends US Citizens going on the  "Bartenders Cruise" apply for your US passport early to avoid the last minute rush for US passports.   

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 Carnival Ship

Imagination

		Ship Profile
		Built	1995
		Renovated	2001
		Country of Registry	Bahamas
		Gross Tonnage	70,367
		Guest Capacity	2,634
		Total Guest Cabins	1,026

 

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Staterooms

Interior Stateroom – Category 4 Cabin Dimension of 185 Sq. Ft.		Ocean View Stateroom – Category 6 Cabin Dimension of 185 Sq. Ft.

 

Demi-Suite – Category 11 Cabin Dimension of 220 Sq. Ft. with a 30 Sq. Ft. Balcony

 

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What's Included

City Sports Park	Cruise Night Life

Stateroom Accommodations

• Nightly turndown service.

• TV featuring first-run movies shown daily

Activities and Entertainment

• Variety of clubs, bars, and lounges.

• Full casino, including game tables and slots.

• Nine-hole Miniature golf course

• "Water Wars Water Balloon Challenge"

• Spectacular stage shows

• Live music including three bands and orchestras.

• Comedy acts and international singers.

• Captain’s Welcome Aboard Cocktail Party

• Singles Cocktail Party.

• Past Guest Reception on five-day cruises and longer.

• Bingo sessions.

• Karaoke

• Fine art auctions.

• Dance classes.

• Guest talent show.

• Fun and games with the Cruise Director and Social Staff including: Battle of the Sexes, Game Show Mania, Trivia, and Scavenger Hunts

Total Choice Dining

• Fine dining including daily late night buffets.

• Casual dining in the Seaview Bistro, including 24-hour Pizzeria and around-the-clock ice cream.

• Complimentary 24-hour room service.

• Spa Carnival menu, offering healthful selections.

• Gala Midnight Buffet.

Camp Carnival Program

• Supervised year-round activates for young cruisers, ages 2 through 15.

• Youth center with computers and play areas.

• Teen events.

Spa Carnival

• Complete fitness center featuring stair steppers, stationary bikes, treadmills, state-of-the-art exercise equipment and free weights.

• Fitness classes.

• Sauna, whirlpool, and steam room.

…and so much more!!!

Frequently Asked Questions

Why January 14th 2008?

Bartenders are very busy during the fourth quarter of the year and the holiday parties are a time when most bartenders make most of their yearly income.  We wanted to make this cruise during a down time of the year so many bartenders could attend this fun cruise. Its also easier to get someone to cover your work schedules during the month of January because it’s a slow time of the year. Plus its a great time to cruise during the Winter!  Leave the cold behind and cruise in nice warm weather!  Last hurricane season is over by this time of the year!

Can I bring a someone who is not a Bartender?

Yes,  your can bring your family, girlfriend, boyfriend, friend, wife, husband, fiancé, kids, mom, dad, grand parents, sister, brother, best friend, cousin, co-worker and more!

How did The Bartenders Show get involved?

The Bartenders Show wanted a way for many bartenders from all around the world to meet and have fun like just the other side of the bar always does. Bartenders work real hard all year and some bartenders work 6 days a week. The Bartenders Show worked with Carnival Cruise Lines to get a very good rate for this cruise.  We hope you can make this great cruise!

Can I book The Bartenders Cruise directly with the Carnival?

Yes, We do not collect any money!  All payments are made directly to Carnival Cruise Lines not through us or a travel agency.  Please make your reservation ASAP to ensure you have a spot on the cruise!  The Bartenders Show has a special group number for the Bartenders Cruise rate.

Please send an e-mail to rsvp@bartenderscruise.com for The Bartenders Show group number.

Get your deposits in ASAP!  You can make a deposit now to hold your room and pay the balance in full by November 14, 2007.

What about Air travel?

You are responsible for your own air travel. The Bartenders Show recommends booking your flights early (2-4 months) because you can get some great airfares during that time period. Southwest Airlines offers some of the lowest airfares into Fort Lauderdale, FL airport. Miami Airport is the closest to the Miami Seaport Terminal.  Carnival Cruise lines offers (for small fee) shuttle service from both airports to the Miami Seaport.  We have provided some websites below to help you shop for air travel.

Southwest Airlines    SideStep.com   

Why are the transfers from the airport to the pier so expensive?

Trust us, if you decide to take a Taxi to the pier you will end up paying lots more. The pier is 15 minutes from Miami Intl. and approx. 30 minutes from Ft. Lauderdale Airport. Let Carnival Cruise Lines know when you book your cruise you need transfers to and from your arriving airport. Guests will be met in the baggage claim area day of sailing.

Do I need my U.S. Passport for this cruise?

Yes! YES! The US Department of Homeland Security will require passports right after the first of the year. (2008) Also if you happen to miss the ship (at a port stop) and are forced to fly home, Air travel DOES require U.S. citizens have a passport to re-enter the U.S.

What’s a Sail & Sign Account

Sail & Sign ™ is Carnival’s convenient cashless onboard credit program that allows all guests to charge shipboard purchases directly to a personal account throughout the cruise. The total amount of all charges will automatically be billed to the guest’s credit card (submitted at check-in or deducted from the amount of cash given at check-in), at the end of the voyage in the same way incidental charges are added to a hotel room bill. On the final morning of the cruise, a statement detailing all purchases made with the Sail & Sign card will be delivered to the guest’s stateroom. For those guests who put down a cash deposit, if there is a positive balance at the end of the cruise, the guest will receive the overpayment in the form of a check attached to their detailed statement.

Can I bring liquor (from home or from a port) onboard?

Guests are not allowed to bring alcoholic beverages onboard for consumption or any other use. Alcoholic beverages that are purchased in ports-of-call or from Shops On Board will be stored by the ship and delivered to your stateroom on the last day of the sailing.

Directions to the Port of Miami:

Port of Miami – Dodge Island
1015 N. American Way
Miami, FL 33132

Port of Miami website

Directions From Miami International Airport:

Take 836 East through the toll plaza. Exit at US1 NE 2nd Avenue/Biscayne Boulevard. Turn right on Biscayne Boulevard. Stay in the left lane. Turn left on NE 5th Street. Drive across the bridge and follow the signs to your ship’s location.

Directions From Ft. Lauderdale International:

Take I-95 south to Exit 3B (NW 8th Street). Turn left at the end of the exit ramp onto 5th Street. Continue on 5th Street and drive across the port bridge. Follow the signs to your ship’s location.

Parking Information:

The guest parking areas are located adjacent to the piers. Depending on pier location, there are multi-level garages or, flat open-air lots. Parking garages accept cash, Visa or Mastercard. Flat level lots are cash only. The fees are $15 per day for regular size vehicles and $24 per day for oversized vehicles.

Gratuity Guidelines for cruises?

The following are the average gratuity for cruise ship personnel:

Stateroom attendant: $3.50 USD a day per guest
Dining Room Waiter: $3.50 USD a day per guest
Assistant Waiter: $2.00 USD a day per guest
Headwaiter: $.75 USD a day per guest

Envelopes for gratuities will be provided in your stateroom on the last night of the cruise.

What can I do to help?

If you interested in helping out with some of the Bartender Cruise events please contact The Bartenders Show at rsvp@bartenderscruise.com
 

CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES

The Most Award Winning Cruise Line in the World! ! !

Porthole Cruise Magazine

Carnival Cruise Lines was the big winner in Porthole Magazine’s “Readers Choice” awards, taking top honors in 11 different categories – the most of any cruise line for the seventh consecutive year.

Carnival’s 2006 awards include:

• Best Value-For-The-Money Line

• Best Short-Duration Cruise

• Best Shore Excursions

• Best Onboard Activities

• Best Main Dining Room Cuisine

• Best Computer Facilities

• Best Children’s Programs

• Best Entertainment

• Best Caribbean Itineraries

• Best Mexican Riviera Itineraries

• Best Party Cruise

Fodor’s The Complete Guide to Caribbean Cruises

Fodor’s The Complete Guide to Caribbean Cruises is to be an annual publication that provides detailed information on all major North American cruise operators, along with travel tips and other information to help consumers select the cruise that matches their background, budget and lifestyle.
March 2006 - In the just-released first edition, Carnival’s eight “Best of Cruising” awards include:

• Best Family Cruise Line

• Best Specialty Restaurants

• Best Dining Room Cuisine

• Best Entertainment

• Best Sports and Fitness Centers

• Best On-Board Activities

• Best Regular Cabins

• Best Duty-Free Shops

World Ocean & Cruise Liner Society

For the 10th consecutive year, the "Fun Ships" of Carnival Cruise Lines have been named a "Best Overall Value" by the World Ocean & Cruise Liner Society (WOCLS), a 23-year-old organization. Carnival earned "best value" honors in the "High-Superior Four-Star-Plus" category
 

National Association of Cruise-Oriented Agencies (NACOA)
 

Carnival Cruise Lines was again the big winner at the National Association of Cruise Oriented Agencies (NACOA) "Notable Awards," taking top honors in six different categories, including  "Cruise Line of the Year" for the sixth consecutive year.

• Cruise Line of the Year

• Best Reservations Department

• Best Group Department

• Best District Sales Managers

• Best Sales Service Department (tie)

 

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