Carnival Cruise FAQ
Polymer Clay Classes FAQ
I’m new to polymer clay ?. Will I be able to learn the material and keep up?
I have plenty of experience, will I learn anything new?
What supplies and materials do I need to bring?
Will there be other activities besides classes and demos?
How long is the workroom open for?
Can I take pictures at classes and demos?
What is the policy if I need to cancel my class?
Carnival Cruise FAQ
All staterooms have an amenity basket displayed in the bathroom. The amenities are subject to change and are only sample sizes. The basket may include such things as: his/her razors; shampoo and conditioner; body wash; Tylenol; deodorant; hard candies. Supplies will be replenished by the room steward, if quantities allow.
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The U.S. Government requires all of our guests (including U.S. citizens) to be in possession of a valid passport when traveling on any Carnival cruise. Foreign nationals should contact their respective governments to obtain further details. For more information or to obtain a passport application, visit www.travel.state.gov. Passport Services (www.passportservices.com/carnival) can also assist with step-by-step instructions and application assistance.
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Service Gratuities: For your convenience, we have included the gratuities for dining and stateroom staff to your cruise package so they will be prepaid. The total amount is $10.00 per guest, per day and is broken down as follows: $ 3.50 Per Day Stateroom Services, $ 5.50 Per Day Dining Room Services, $ 1.00 Per Day Alternative Services: distributed to other kitchen and hotel service staff.
Our Staff is totally committed to exceed your expectations in every way possible. If you are not satisfied with the service you receive, we encourage you to contact the Purser’s Information desk while onboard. This will allow us to address your concerns in a timely and appropriate fashion. At your discretion, you may adjust the gratuities at any time.
For beverage purchases, fifteen percent of the bill is automatically added to the Sail & Sign charge. Room Service staff may be tipped as service is rendered. Tipping your Maître d’ is at your discretion, based upon the service you receive.
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The first thing to remember is that you're on vacation and you are aboard one of our "Fun Ships" to have a good time. The second thing to remember is to travel light. If you keep those two things in mind, you should do just fine.
Casual attire and resort wear is the order of the day both on board and in port. Shorts, slacks, sundresses, blouses, etc., are in line for women. Clothing for men is just as casual. You should bring a pair of rubber-soled sandals or sneakers to wear on deck and a pair of good walking shoes. You might also want to consider bringing along a sweater or jacket for cool evenings and inexpensive rain gear in case of a sudden shower. Women may want to bring along a hat or scarf. You'll have a chance to dress up on two nights during 7 day or longer cruises (one night on shorter cruises) for the Captain's Cocktail Party and the Gala Farewell Dinner. On the other evenings you can dress casually for dinner (no shorts or tank tops).
For those not wanting to dress up, the Lido Restaurants are open nightly and have a casual dress code. Formal Wear: tuxedo; suit and tie; sport coat, tie and slacks; evening gown; cocktail dress; pantsuit Casual Resort Wear: sport shirts and slacks; dresses; skirts; pantsuit; Capri pants NOTE: Shorts, t-shirts, tank tops and bathing attire are not permitted in the Dining Room during dinner.
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Yes, transfer services between Jacksonville Airport and the Port of Jacksonville are offered. These services are only available on the day of your cruise and immediately after your cruise.
How to Purchase Transfers & How Far in Advance:
Purchase of transfers can be done through MyReservations on Carnival.com or Carnival Reservations up to 5 days prior to your sail date; you will need to provide your flight information in FunPass at the time of purchase. Flight details are provided to the transportation company to assist in expediting your transfer to the pier. It is your responsibility to update Carnival with any changes to your flight schedule to ensure you are met by the transportation company. New bookings made within 5 days of sailing may purchase the transfer at the Jacksonville Airport with a Carnival Cruise Lines representative*. (*Cash payment is not accepted at the airport, the transfer costs are charged directly to your onboard Sail & Sign Account.)
Cost of Transfers:
Between Jacksonville Airport and the Port of Jacksonville: $15.00 Round Trip: $30.00.
Transfer rates are subject to change and any unused services are nonrefundable.
Flight Guidelines for the Latest Airport Arrivals and Earliest Return Flights:
Latest Flight Arrival into theJacksonville Airport: 2:30pm.
Earliest Flight Departures out of the Jacksonville Airport: 11:00am.
Prior to your cruise you will be met at the airport:
You will be met and assisted by our meet & greet service in the baggage claim area and then escorted to your vehicle for transfer to the port. Transfer time begins generally around noon depending on flight arrivals.
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Guests are encouraged to limit their checked luggage to two suitcases per person, with each suitcase not to weigh more than 50 pounds and not exceed 16"h x 24"w x 30"length. Please attach your Carnival Cruise Lines luggage tags PRIOR to leaving home and make sure that they are still on your bags when checking in with us. In many ports, guests have the option of carrying luggage on board at embarkation and off the ship at the end of the cruise as long as it does not exceed 24"w x 16"h. This is an advantage you may want to consider as it will allow for quicker easier access to your bags.
LARGE COOLERS RESTRICTION:
Carnival Cruise Lines does not allow guests to bring large coolers on board its vessels. Small, personal-sized coolers no larger than 12” x 12” x 12” for the purpose of housing small quantities of non-alcoholic beverages and/or medications are permitted as carry-on luggage. Screening and movement of large coolers through embarkation is an impediment to the boarding and security screening process and therefore large coolers are not permitted as carry-on or checked luggage.
Please note that Carnival assumes no responsibility for carry-on luggage. Alternatively, curbside porters are available at the pier to take luggage to the vessel for delivery to your stateroom by shipboard personnel. Customary tip is $1 per bag. Please be sure each piece of luggage is locked and has a tag listing your name and stateroom number. Curbside porters are not employees of Carnival; therefore, if you experience any problems, please report them to porter management on site. Any luggage left at the pier will be forwarded at your expense. Claims for luggage loss or damage must be made in writing to the debarkation personnel prior to leaving the pier area.
If you are traveling by air, please remember that each airline has its own luggage restrictions on the maximum number, size, and weight of bags allowed per person. You are responsible for contacting you airline to learn about their individual luggage restrictions and policies.
Debarkation Baggage Advice – While onboard, you will be given numbered debarkation tags to place on your luggage. Please fill out the information on the back of the tag, and remember your zone number. when your zone is called, please proceed off the vessel to claim your luggage. It is easy to pick up the wrong bag, so check to make sure your name is on it. If your luggage is left at the pier, it will be forwarded to you at your expense. Claims for lost or damaged luggage must be made in writing with our debarkation personnel before you leave the pier area.
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JAXPORT Cruise Terminal
9810 August Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32226
Travel Time: 15 minutes from the Jacksonville International Airport.
Commercial Vehicle Fees
Commercial vehicles dropping off passengers are not charged a fee.
Vehicles With Capacity of 12 Passengers or Less
(taxis, limos, airport shuttles, vans, hotel/motel courtesy shuttles, etc.)
The fee is $2.50 for each vehicle leaving the Cruise Terminal with passengers in the vehicle.
Vehicles With Capacity of 13 Passengers or More
(buses and motorcoaches)
The fee is $50.00 for each vehicle* leaving the Cruise Terminal with passengers in the vehicle.
* Note: This fee will be waived if the bus or motor coach pays to park in the JAXPORT parking lot for the duration of the cruise. The driver would be required to show their paid parking receipt to the attendant responsible for collecting the fees.
Directions to the Port:
From North of Jacksonville
Take I-95 South to State Road 9A South, exit 362-A, (1 mile past Jacksonville International Airport)
Take State Road 9A South for six miles to Zoo Parkway / Heckscher Drive exit (State Road 105)
Turn right on Zoo Parkway / Heckscher Drive (SR 105)
Cross New Berlin Road and go about 1/2 mile
Turn left into cruise terminal entrance on August Drive
Stop at guard station
From South of Jacksonville
Take I-95 North, through Jacksonville, to Heckscher Drive, exit 358-A (State Road 105 North) -- also known as "Zoo Parkway"
Stay on Heckscher Dr./Zoo Parkway North; pass the Jacksonville Zoo, and travel about four miles;
Turn right on August Drive into cruise terminal entrance;Stop at guard's station.
From West of Jacksonville
Take I-10 East toward Jacksonville
Take I-295 North (this becomes State Road 9A, exit 356)
Pass the interchange for I-95, staying on I-295/SR 9A South for six miles to Zoo Parkway / Heckscher Drive exit (State Road 105)
Turn right on Zoo Parkway / Heckscher Drive (SR 105 South)
Cross New Berlin Road and go about 1/2 mile
Turn left into cruise terminal entrance on August Drive
Stop at guard station
From Jacksonville International Airport
Leave JIA via Airport Road, east toward I-95
Take I-95 South for 1 mile to State Road 9A South (Exit 362A, one mile past JIA)
Take State Road 9A South for six miles
Exit on Zoo Parkway / Heckscher Drive (SR 105), turn right
Cross New Berlin Road and go about 1/2 mile
Turn left into cruise terminal entrance on August Drive
Stop at guard station
From Jacksonville Beachs
Take Atlantic Blvd. West to State Road 9A North
Take State Road 9A North over the Dames Point Bridge (also know as the Napoleon Bonaparte Broward Bridge)
Take first exit off bridge, Zoo Parkway / Heckscher Drive exit (SR 105 South)
Turn left on Zoo Parkway / Heckscher Drive (SR 105 South)
Cross New Berlin Road and go about 1/2 mile
Turn left into cruise terminal entrance on August Drive
Stop at guard station
PortParking: $15.00 per day (rates subject to change by the Port Authority)
Fenced, lighted, outdoor parking lot, patrolled by JAXPORT Security 24-hours a day.
Handicap Parking available with proof of valid permit.
Accepted forms of payment: U.S Dollars; Major Credit Cards.
No advance reservations required
Oversized vehicles requiring more than one space will pay $25.00 per day.
The parking lot is adjacent to the terminal building, requiring only a short walk.
Airport Parking: Carnival Cruise Lines guests are invited to enjoy discounted off-airport parking rates throughout the Park’ N Fly Network offering service from over 65 airports nationwide. Please be sure to read terms and conditions in the Park’ N Fly site.
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Credit Card – Call in credit card payments will be accepted. When you register for the cruise, you will be sent a credit card authorization form that you can fax back to approve payment.
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Here is what you will need for everyone in your party:
Personal Information (full name, home address, phone number, etc.)
Citizenship Information (passport data, permanent resident card number, etc.)
Travel Itinerary After Your Cruise (flight number, hotel and car rental details, etc.)
Note: Required for guests with independent travel arrangements only.
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Polymer Clay Classes FAQ
Of course! We deliberately are keeping the student to teacher rations lower than most land-based classes in order to ensure that everyone will get all the instructor attention they need. You’ll learn all you need to complete the techniques or projects at home along with helpful instructional handouts, all you supply is practice towards mastering your new skills. We usually find that the more experienced beaders also love to help their table mates whenever needed. It’s one big happy family!
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Without a doubt! Our instructors our top-of-the-line, world renowned artists who excel in teaching new techniques and applications. Even if any of the subject material is familiar, we’re sure you’ll learn some new tips and tricks that alone will make the cruise worthwhile. Don’t forget the free demos and an instructor roundtable session for any questions and answers you may have. Added bonuses include the stuffed goodie bags of product that are worth more than the cost of your class. If that wasn’t enough, the new friendships and camaraderie you’ll share with all of the participants will make this a trip you’ll never forget!
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Most of your supplies are provided but we do ask that each attendee bring a pasta machine, a large "C" clamp, and a 6' x 6' tile. (Due to the large class size, please do not bring and electric pasta machine.)
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We will be hosting opening and closing sessions with refreshments as well as a cocktail party one evening. We will also surprise you with some fun theme nights and challenges. There are prizes for the winners and goodies in store to help set the mood for fun, fun, fun. We’ll also have give aways galore at our demos and sessions each day.
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It will be open 24 hours around the clock through the last afternoon, except while in use for classes. For fire safety reasons, the room cannot be locked. Nothing of value should be left unattended in this room as we cannot be responsible for lost or stolen property.
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Of course we welcome you to take your camera. Please check with instructor’s or fellow students before taking photos of work that doesn’t belong to you.
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Please contact your hostess Lisa Pavelka directly for cancellation information policies.
Have more questions? E-mail Lisa Pavelka directly at: lisapavelka@cox.net
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