What does “Hang tight!” mean?
It means wait a moment
I’ll help you shortly.
What does “all-inclusive” mean?
and entertainment.
Everything is included in the price—like food
drinks
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 the ship’s wake?
The trail of water left behind the ship as it moves.
What is the Lido deck?
The outdoor deck with the pool and bar area.
What does "deck" mean on a cruise ship?
It means one of the floor levels of the ship.
What is a buffet on a cruise?
A self-service area where passengers can eat as much as they want.
What is a cabin?
It’s your room or sleeping area on the cruise ship.
What is a sea day?
A day the ship stays at sea with no stops at port.
Who is a crew member?
A person who works on the ship to assist passengers.
What does "embarkation" mean?
Getting onto the ship at the start of the cruise.
What’s an itinerary?
and activities.
It’s the schedule of the cruise—days
destinations
What is motion sickness?
Feeling dizzy or sick from the ship’s movement.
What’s a muster drill?
A safety training at the start of a cruise in case of emergencies.
What is a cruise card or key card?
and payment card on the ship.
Your ID
room key
What does "disembark" mean?
Leaving the ship at the end of the cruise.
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 is the Captain’s dinner?
A formal dinner with the ship’s captain.