What is a tender boat used for?
It transports passengers to shore when the ship can’t dock directly.
What is a port?
A city where the ship stops and passengers can explore.
What does "embarkation" mean?
Getting onto the ship at the start of the cruise.
What is motion sickness?
Feeling dizzy or sick from the ship’s movement.
What is the ship’s wake?
The trail of water left behind the ship as it moves.
What is a sea day?
A day the ship stays at sea with no stops at port.
What does "deck" mean on a cruise ship?
It means one of the floor levels of the ship.
What’s an itinerary?
destinations
It’s the schedule of the cruise—days
and activities.
What is a buffet on a cruise?
A self-service area where passengers can eat as much as they want.
What is a shore excursion?
A tour or activity you do when the ship is at a port.
What’s a balcony cabin?
A room that includes a private outdoor space.
What is a cruise card or key card?
room key
and payment card on the ship.
Your ID
What’s a muster drill?
A safety training at the start of a cruise in case of emergencies.
What is a cabin?
It’s your room or sleeping area on the cruise ship.
What does “Hang tight!” mean?
I’ll help you shortly.
It means wait a moment
What is the Lido deck?
The outdoor deck with the pool and bar area.
What does “all-inclusive” mean?
Everything is included in the price—like food
drinks
and entertainment.
What is the Captain’s dinner?
A formal dinner with the ship’s captain.
Who is a crew member?
A person who works on the ship to assist passengers.
What does "disembark" mean?
Leaving the ship at the end of the cruise.