Your Cruise Vacation Guide

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30th Anniversary Caribbean Cruise
February 8 - 15, 2015 | Regal Princess
Your Cruise
Vacation Guide
Welcome to RSVP’s 30th Anniversary
Caribbean Cruise!
In 1985, Kevin J. Mossier had a bold, new idea – to provide a safe, tailormade vacation for gays and lesbians. In that moment, the gay cruise concept
was born with our first cruise for 750 guests out of New Orleans in 1986.
Three decades later, we’re thrilled to welcome 3600 guests to the brand
new Regal Princess.
There are so many things we’d like to say to our loyal and first-time guests,
but most of that can be wrapped up in two simple words: “thank you.” Thank
you for thirty years of laughter, adventure, silliness, friendships, and fun. Let
the good times roll!
Regal Princess is the biggest and boldest ship RSVP has ever sailed, and we
know you’ll love her and her attentive staff. With round-the-clock activities,
parties, and entertainment, there’s simply no better place for us to celebrate
our 30th Anniversary than on the newest ship in the Caribbean!
Team RSVP has spent months planning your vacation and we know you’re
excited to discover all that awaits you. So sit down, grab your favorite
drink, and read on! This guide outlines everything you need to know before
you cruise and what you can expect onboard, including RSVP signature
entertainment and parties. And of course…there’ll be plenty of surprises
along the way!
Whether you’re a first-timer or you’ve traveled with us many times before,
you’ll quickly discover that RSVP is exactly where you belong. We can’t wait
to welcome you aboard and meet you in person!
Enjoy,
Randle, Rachel, Nick, Dann, John, Abel, Brad, & Team RSVP
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Table Of Contents
Essentials
– Things To Know and Do
First! Register Online with Princess ................................................................ 3
February 8, 2015 ............................................................................................. 3
February 15, 2015 ............................................................................................ 4
Important Information ..................................................................................... 5
Basics – The Keys to a Great Vacation
Itinerary............................................................................................................ 7
Packing Advice................................................................................................. 7
Entertainment & Party Preview........................................................................ 8
Team RSVP....................................................................................................... 13
Internet Access................................................................................................ 14
Mobile Phone Access...................................................................................... 14
Princess@Sea App........................................................................................... 14
Ladies of RSVP................................................................................................. 16
Medical Services.............................................................................................. 16
Gratuities & Tipping......................................................................................... 17
Frequently Asked Questions............................................................................ 17
Details – For Those Who Want To Know It All
Shore Excursions............................................................................................. 18
Spa Indulgences.............................................................................................. 18
Stateroom Information.................................................................................... 20
RSVP Roommate Share Program.................................................................... 20
European Sunbathing Deck............................................................................ 20
Princess Captain’s Circle Membership........................................................... 20
Where You Eat................................................................................................. 21
Where You Pump............................................................................................ 25
Where You Connect........................................................................................ 26
En Route Delays.............................................................................................. 27
Contacting Regal Princess During Your Cruise............................................... 28
RSVP Publicity Photos..................................................................................... 28
Where You Elevate.......................................................................................... 29
Team RSVP Members...................................................................................... 30
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Essentials - Things to Know and Do
First! Register Online with Princess
Check In and Boarding Time
Guest check-in begins at approximately 12:00pm on February 8, although boarding may take
place shortly after that. Please note that staterooms will not be available until 1:00pm.
To expedite embarkation, you’ll want to complete your online check-in with Princess
Cruises by February 5. It takes about 10 minutes from start to finish. Simply visit https://
book.princess.com/cruisepersonalizer/index.page?company=PC and follow the outlined
instructions.
If you are staying in Ft. Lauderdale before the cruise, we ask that you arrive after 1:30pm so
that our guests flying in on Sunday may check in without waiting. You won’t miss anything
except standing in line and there is limited seating in the terminal.
You’ll need your Princess Booking Number, your passport, and a credit card to complete
online check-in. Once you fill in all the required details, be sure to print your Boarding Pass.
Regal Princess sets sail for the Bahamas at 4:00pm sharp!
All aboard is 3:00pm, and any guests arriving after that time will be denied boarding.
If you need Online Check-In Assistance, please contact Princess at 800.774.6237.
Documents Required
Please note that if you are unable to complete online check-in, you will be able to complete
manual forms at the pier. It might take a bit longer to get through security, but we’ll be able
to get you onboard with only minor delays.
• Your printed Boarding Pass. If you do not have this as a printed document, you will be required to complete all of the compulsory information again at the pier
• Proof-of-citizenship credentials (driver license and official birth certificate) or Passport
• A credit card or cash for onboard charges
Onboard Services
After completing your online check-in, you’ll be able to book the following services:
• Lotus Spa Services
• Shore Excursions
• Airport Transfers (if needed)
You’ll need the following to complete check-in:
Contacts Before Sailing
You’ll find information about Shore Excursions and the Lotus Spa in our “Details” section.
If you have any questions about your cruise, you can reach RSVP Vacations at 310.432.2300,
Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm Central Standard Time.
February 8, 2015
Getting to the Pier
February 15, 2015
Arrival into Fort Lauderdale
Regal Princess will be docked at Port Everglades, conveniently located about 10 minutes
from the Fort Lauderdale airport (FLL) and about 15 minutes from the center of Ft.
Lauderdale. There is only one port facility in Ft. Lauderdale.
The address is:
Port Everglades, Terminal 2
1801 SE 20th Street
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316
For those of you flying into FLL, we recommend simply taking a taxi from the airport to the
ship. However, organized group transfers from MIA or FLL airports to the pier on February
8 and from the ship to MIA or FLL on February 15 may be purchased from Princess’s online
Flights & Transfers page. You may also purchase return transfers onboard from the shore
excursions desk.
Transfers to/from FLL to the pier cost $19.00 USD each. To/from MIA to the pier, $24.00 USD
each. The transfer costs will be charged to your onboard account.
Taxi fare from Ft. Lauderdale Airport is approximately $20-$25, and from Miami Airport,
$70-$80.
Upon arriving into Fort Lauderdale on February 15, we will begin disembarkation around
7:00am. Disembarkation generally takes around three to four hours and all guests will be off
the ship by 11:00am at the latest. You will receive a questionnaire in your stateroom early in
the week asking for your post-cruise arrangements. Please complete this form and return it
to the ship’s Passenger Services Desk on Deck 5 or simply hand it to your stateroom steward
as soon as possible so they can arrange the disembarkation time that best suits your postcruise needs. On February 14, you will receive a disembarkation information sheet and the
appropriately-colored luggage tags (based on the answers given on the disembarkation
questionnaire) in your stateroom mailbox.
Airport to Ship Transfers
If you purchased an airport transfer from the Shore Excursion Desk, the appropriate luggage
tags and instructions will be delivered to your stateroom. If you have not received the
information by the evening of February 14, please contact Passenger Services immediately.
Contacting the Ship After You Disembark
For lost or forgotten items, email [email protected].
For onboard billing questions after the cruise, please call 1.800.PRINCESS.
Parking is also available at the pier.
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Important Information
Customs & Immigration
Customs and immigration officials will board the ship and clear it in each port before we
are allowed to go ashore. Normally, this occurs without your knowledge or participation.
Occasionally, passengers are called for inspection for a variety of reasons. In these cases,
please follow the instructions provided to ensure we are able to disembark in a timely
manner.
While we shouldn’t have to say this, please don’t even think of bringing any type of illegal
substance, hazardous material, or other items that are banned by customs or ship security.
Remember that both Princess and RSVP have a zero-tolerance policy towards all illegal
substances and behavior that violates the above policy. Any violation could result in your
vacation being terminated early, or worse. If a guest is found in possession of an illegal
substance, appropriate action will be taken, which may include removal from the ship and
the involvement of appropriate authorities, which may result in prosecution. Guests removed
from the ship pursuant to this policy are responsible for their own accommodations and
transportation home (at their expense) and no refund will be offered for the unused portion
of their cruise.
No Solicitation Policy
Smoking Policy
Cigarette smoking is limited to the areas clearly marked “Dedicated Smoking Areas.” This
includes Churchill’s Cigar Lounge (Deck 6 Forward), a small section of the casino on the
Starboard side, Promenade Deck 7 Starboard Aft, and the Starboard side of the Terrace Pool.
Smoking is prohibited in staterooms, on balconies, and in corridors, elevators, stairways,
public bathrooms, and all common areas except as listed here.
The use of electronic cigarettes is allowed within the confines of your stateroom (but not on
your balcony) and within the Designated Smoking Areas.
Personal Funds & Shipboard Charges
One of the best things about cruising is the convenience of being able to sign for all your
expenses and have them charged to your stateroom. Princess’s cashless system is designed
to make your life onboard as easy as possible. Your account is activated at the pier by
presenting Princess with a major credit card. An itemized statement outlining all your
onboard charges will be delivered to your stateroom prior to disembarkation. By providing
your credit card details in advance, you are automatically registered for Express Check-Out
and there is no need to visit Passenger Services to settle your account. Please note that all
charges made to your credit card will be made in U.S. dollars. If you do not wish to register a
credit or debit card and would prefer to open a cash account instead, please see Passenger
Services on Deck 5 to submit a deposit.
We do not allow guests to advertise, market, or offer any other type of commercial or nonprofit solicitations onboard. We want the environment onboard to be free of advertising
and other clutter. Any guest violating this policy will be fined a minimum of $3,000 on their
shipboard account.
Beverage Restrictions
As provided in the Princess Passage Contract, passengers agree not to bring alcoholic
beverages of any kind onboard for consumption, except one bottle of wine or champagne
per adult per voyage, which will not be subject to a corkage fee if consumed in the
stateroom. Additional wine/champagne bottles are welcome, but will incur a $15 corkage
fee each, no matter where they are intended to be consumed. Liquor, spirits, and beers
are not permitted. Also, for charter events, cases of soda/bottled water are prohibited. As
luggage is loaded onto the ship, it will be scanned and items outside of Princess’s policy
will be removed and discarded. Alcoholic beverages purchased duty free from the ship’s
gift shop or in port will be collected for safekeeping and delivered to the your stateroom on
February 14.
Door Decorations
Part of the fun of any RSVP vacation is decorating your stateroom door. When decorating
your door, decorations should not obstruct doorways, hallways, or create an electrical or
fire hazard. Also, please refrain from using offensive images or nudity on door decorations.
Please respect ship property and do not damage door surfaces. It is your responsibility to
clean up your decorations at the end of the cruise. The costs associated with any damage to
your door will be charged to your onboard account.
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Basics - The Keys to a Great Vacation
Itinerary
Date
Port
Arrival
Day 1
Sunday, February 8
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Day 2
Monday, February 9
Princess Cays, Bahamas
Day 3
Tuesday, February 10
At Sea
Day 4
Wednesday, February 11
Cozumel, Mexico
Day 5
Thursday, February 12
At Sea
Day 6
Friday, February 13
George Town, Grand Cayman
Day 7
Saturday, February 14
At Sea
Day 8
Sunday, February 15
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Departure
Party Themes and Costumes
9am
5pm
10am
7pm
Our theme parties might warrant something special, but these, of course, are always
optional. You’ll be comfortable dressing in or out of theme. All parties listed will be outside
near the Fountain Pool, mid-ship.
7am
5pm
7am
RSVP and Princess Cruises have carefully planned this itinerary for your enjoyment. Although
we do our best to adhere to published ports and times, both weather and sea conditions
may force us to alter the itinerary during the cruise.
Documentation Requirements
Although a passport is not required for this itinerary, RSVP and Princess highly recommend
U.S. travelers carry a passport. U.S. citizens who do not have a valid passport must provide
the following proof of citizenship:
Plan for uncertainty; pack at least one change of clothing in your carry-on luggage in case
your bags are lost or mishandled en route. Please do not pack any valuables (passport,
medications, cameras, jewelry, electronics, cash, etc.) in your checked baggage. Also, bring
your own basic toiletries, as the onboard stores are not open while in port.
4pm
Itinerary Changes
Miscellaneous Packing Advice
• Naturalization certificate or an original certified birth certificate from the state of their birth (a hospital certificate will not suffice).
• And a current/valid government-issued photo identification, such as a driver license. U.S. citizens may also present a U.S. Passport Card.
Visa and passport requirements for all other nationalities vary and should be confirmed with
your embassy or consulate. Please note it is the responsibility of all passengers to have all
necessary documentation. Failure to have the proper documentation will result in denied
boarding and no refund will be provided.
RSVP Entertainment & Party Preview
Princess Patter, containing the complete entertainment and event schedule, will be
delivered to your stateroom each evening. Below is a preview of RSVP’s featured
entertainment and parties. Please note that performance times and dates are subject to
change.
Sunday
“Hello My Name Is…” Welcome Aboard & Bon Voyage Party
Fountain Pool 4:00pm
Our first afternoon kicks off with our traditional “Hello, My Name Is…” Party immediately following the boat drill. It’s the perfect way to make 3,600 new friends! Be proud of who you are and where you’re from. Get inventive with a nametag or a t-shirt indicating your name and hometown. You’re sure to meet fellow guests from your own backyard or even from the other side of the world as we set sail for the Bahamas.
Classical Pianist Elenor Roseafelt
Center Atrium 7:00pm, Also Monday & Friday
Playing your favorite classical pieces, guest-turned-RSVP-favorite Elenor Roseafelt tickles the ivories in grand style. www.facebook.com/elenor.roseafelt
Jill Whelan’s Dry Dock: A Night of Music & Trash Talk About Celebrities I’ve Worked With
RSVP emphasizes a comfortable atmosphere where sportswear and casual resort attire is
appropriate for nearly every occasion.
Vista Lounge 8:00pm, Also Tuesday 10:30pm & Friday 8:30pm
Best known for her role as Vicki Stubing (the Captain’s daughter) on The Love Boat, Jill is also one of the proud godparents of Regal Princess! Don’t miss her RSVP debut as she sings her way through her thrilling years on the hit ABC/
Aaron Spelling celeb-fest! www.twitter.com/whelanjill
On-Shore Clothing Packing Advice
Charo!
Onboard Clothing Packing Advice
Plan for comfortable days and nights. The average February temperatures in the Caribbean
are typically in the low 80s during the day and low 70s at night. Swimsuits, sunscreen, hats,
and sandals are essential.
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Princess Theater 8:30pm & 10:30pm
To kick off our 30th Anniversary celebration, we welcome the one and only Charo! You’ll of course remember her from her 10 guest star appearances on The Love Boat, but she’s also an award-winning flamenco guitarist who’ll set the stage aflame in her RSVP debut! www.charo.com
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Amy & Freddy
Vista Lounge 10:00pm, Also Saturday 7:00pm & 9:00pm – Princess Theater They’re ba-aaaack! Our longest-running beloved singing duo returns to take you on a musical journey through the years as our grand 30th Anniversary adventure begins! www.amyfreddy.com
RSVP Comedy Club
Princess Live! 9:00pm & 11:00pm, Also Nightly (except Monday)
New York’s Bob the Drag Queen (RSVP debut!) leads comedians Jonny McGovern (the Gay Pimp himself!), Michael Brill, Shelagh Ratner (RSVP debut!), and the returning Poppi
Kramer in an hour of nightly hilarity.
www.gaypimp.com
www.twitter.com/shelaghratner
https://sites.google.com/site/funnymanmichael/ www.twitter.com/poppikramer
Kory Simon
Crooners Lounge 9:00pm, Also Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday
New! This Alberta, Canada native (and hottie!) makes his RSVP debut with his contemporary pop, rock, country, and classical piano stylings. www.facebook.com/
pages/Kory-the-piano-man/177845952242216
Khris Francis
Crooners Lounge 11:00pm, Also Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday Former Vegas headliner and New England’s longest running one-man comedy act presents a hilarious combination of stand-up, music, and Don Rickles-style audience
ribbing. Not for the faint of heart. You’ll laugh till you cry. www.khrisfrancis.com
Diamond Anniversary Welcome Party
Fountain Pool 10:30pm RSVP’s 30th year represents our Diamond Anniversary, so we’ll turn up the sparkle factor as the stars twinkle, shimmer, and shine above. Simply come as you are, with your radiant self! Music by DJ Tony Built.
Monday
Fiera!
Princess Theater 7:00pm, 9:00pm, & 11:00pm Step right up and join the carnival fun as the Regal Princess Singers and Dancers present
their first production show of the week!
Anne & Nate
Vista Lounge 8:30pm, Also Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday Direct from NYC! Nate sets fire to the keys as Anne blows the roof off the joint! www.annesteele.com and www.nateonthekeys.com.
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The Dirty Game Show
Princess Live! 9:00pm, Thursday & Saturday
The Midwest’s finest drag game show host, Renica Justrenica, brings her groundbreaking and hilariously funny Dirty Game Show back to the high seas! Come out and play for fabulous prizes! Well…ok…prizes. www.missiebs.com/shows.cfm
Disco Inferno
Fountain Pool 10:30pm
Legendary DJ Robbie Leslie lights up this solid gold night as he spins the greatest hits of the disco era. Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, The Bee Gees, and all your 70s favorites reign supreme tonight!
Cashetta
Vista Lounge 10:30pm, Also Wednesday, Thursday, & Saturday
Outrageously talented comic, singer, magician, and psychic entertainer, with an all-new review! www.cashetta.com
Jack Aaronson
Crooner’s Lounge 11:00pm, Also Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday
Jack hosts his Casting Couch Piano Bar every summer in the Pines (Fire Island) and spent 6 years playing piano at NYC’s famed piano bar Marie’s Crisis. Come have an amazing time with a good old fashion sing-along! www.JackPlaysPiano.com
Bob the Drag Queen
Princess Live! 11:00pm, Also Thursday
Recently voted “Best Drag Queen” in NYC, Bob presents a high-energy explosion of drag and comedy. If you’re easily offended, please stop by. www.bobthedragqueen.com
Tuesday
The Love Boat T-Dance
Fountain Pool 4:00pm Set a course for adventure with your mind on a new romance! Bring those open smiles to this friendly shore as VJ Tony Built takes us on a fantastic video voyage.
Missi Pyle’s Sexy As Hell
Vista Lounge 8:30pm, Also Thursday 10:30pm & Saturday 7:30pm
Co-star of the recent hit film Gone Girl, as well as Oscar-winning Best Picture
The Artist, Charlie & the Chocolate Factory, and Dodgeball, You’ll love her
hilarious, quirky, ornery, and heartfelt downhome vocal stylings! www.twitter.com/misspyle
Ann Hampton Callaway in Concert
Princess Theater 9:00pm & 11:00pm
RSVP is thrilled to welcome back the leading champion of the great American Songbook. Her warmth, spontaneous wit, and passionate delivery of standards, jazz classics, and originals will leave you wanting more. www.annhamptoncallaway.com
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Code Party
Fountain Pool 10:30pm
Tonight DJ Grind takes us to the dark side as kink and taboos take center stage. Leather, underwear, fetishwear, and the hanky code rule. Need a hanky refresher? Look no further than http://www.leathernjonline.com/hanky.htm
Wednesday
Sweet Soul Music
Princess Theater 7:00pm, 9:00pm, & 11:00pm Join the Regal Princess Singers and Dancers in their final production show of the week – a
tribute to Rhythm & Blues, Soul, and Motown!
The 701 Club, with Sister Helen Holy
Princess Live! 9:00pm, Also Friday
Everyone’s favorite holy roller leads a good old-fashioned Southern Baptist Revival right here on Regal Princess! www.pauljwilliams.com/about-sister-helen-holy/
RSVP Time Machine
Fountain Pool 10:30pm
Our biggest video party of the week will explore the fabulous 80s, 90s, 00s, and 10s with
VJ Tony Built lighting up the big screen with your favorite video hits of each decade. We’ll
start at 10:30pm with an hour of 80s videos, followed at 11:30pm with a trip through the 90s.
12:30am brings us the best of the early 2000s, with 1:30am signaling the start of today’s
greatest hits. After that, pretty much all bets are off as VJ Tony Built lets the energy of the
crowd guide his choices!
Friday
The Ranch
Fountain Pool 4:00pm
Join DJ/Dance Instructor Ingu Yun poolside for a little boot scootin’ boogie at our Country Western Jamboree!
Kathy Najimy’s Lift Up Your Skirt
Princess Theater 7:00pm & 9:00pm
YouCreate – The Party You Choose!
Fountain Pool 10:30pm
Over 800 ideas were submitted and we’ve managed to narrow down the field to a Top
Five. Be sure to vote at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/RSVPYouCreateFinalVote before
Wednesday, December 31. We’ll reveal the winning theme for this party shortly after the New
Year. So stay tuned! Music by DJ Grind.
Thursday
Divas: The Voices You Love T-Dance
Fountain Pool 4:00pm
Madonna. Cher. Whitney. Janet. Christina. Britney. Aretha. Dolly. Gaga. Bette. Mariah. Pink. Adele. Annie. Diana. Miley. Robyn. Vanessa. Katy. Kylie. Kelly. Carrie. Taylor. Cyndi. Rihanna. Barbra. Enough said. Take it away, DJ Robbie Leslie.
RSVP Costume Contest/Party – Anything Goes!
Fountain Pool 10:00pm
Whether you’re participating or just watching the show, you’ll see why this has consistently been the most popular RSVP event over the past 30 years. It’s also our biggest party of the
week! Let your imaginations run wild as truly anything goes! The most creative costume
wins a $1000 credit toward a future RSVP cruise. Second place is a $500 future cruise credit
and third place a $250 future cruise credit. We’ll be under the stars and broadcasting live on
the giant video screen for this signature RSVP event!
Saturday
Blush & Bashful T-Dance
Princess Theater 7:00pm, Also Friday 7:00pm & 9:00pm
Beloved comedian, actress, and equal rights activist (Sister Act, Hocus Pocus, King of the
Hill, Veep) brings her soon-to-be-off-Broadway show to RSVP! www.kathynajimy.com
Fountain Pool 4:00pm
“My colors are blush and bashful.” “Her colors are pink and pink!” Valentine’s Day is here and there’s no better way to celebrate than with our traditional Color T-Dance, which
embraces all shades of pink. It’s the perfect ending to the grandest and most spectacular
cruise in RSVP history! Music by DJ Grind.
The Vaudevillians, starring Jinkx Monsoon
Amy & Freddy
Kathy Najimy’s Lift Up Your Skirt
Princess Theater 9:00pm & 11:00pm
New! Critics around the world have raved about RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 5 Winner Jinkx Monsoon’s hilarious new musical revue, featuring Ms. Kitty Witless and Dr. Dan Von Dandy! www.jinkxmonsoon.com/vaudevillians.html
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Princess Theater 7:00pm & 9:00pm
The Last Show, with your RSVP Cruise Director Brad Loekle
Princess Theater 11:00pm
Our week comes to an all-star end in one final variety hour of comedy, song, dance, and silliness. www.bradloekle.com
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Gert Crawford
Internet Access
Everywhere. Always.
RSVP’s legendary pop-up drag queen returns with your all-time favorite characters and a whole new set of crazy antics. www.facebook.com/gert.crawford
Guests may send and receive email in real time via satellite link. Wireless Internet is
accessible across the ship. The ship offers a variety of pricing options to suit your individual
needs from pay-as-you-go to discounted time plan packages. Please note that Internet
speeds are similar to dial-up connections and are much slower than what you typically
experience on land. In addition, sometimes you might not be able to get online because of
overall web traffic or poor satellite conditions.
DJs
We’re thrilled to have some of your favorite DJs back onboard, spinning everything from
today’s biggest tracks to the best retro hits:
DJ Robbie Leslie – Fort Lauderdale www.facebook.com/RobbieLeslieDJ
DJ Grind – Portland www.djgrind.net
VJ Tony Built – New York www.tonybuilt.com
Each has their own unique style and has been selected for their particular sound. We hope
you’ll enjoy the variety of music offered during the week.
WiFi Pricing:
Pay-As-You-Go$0.79/minute
100 Minutes
$69 ($0.69/minute)
200 Minutes
$99 ($0.50/minute)
400 Minutes
$159 ($0.40/minute)
600 Minutes
$199 ($0.33/minute)
Please note that remaining minutes on purchased packages are non-refundable if unused.
RSVP Fun Fact
For those unfamiliar with the history of T-Dances, here’s a perfect primer to get you up-tospeed: T-Dance History.
Team RSVP
Team RSVP consists of our full-time employees and part-time talent working together to
create an exciting cruise experience for you. You’ll see us morning, noon, and night. We’ll be
on-hand throughout the ship to host and assist with every aspect of your vacation. Do not
hesitate to ask any of us if you have a question or require assistance. Simply look for us in
our RSVP name badges. We’ll also host a Hospitality Desk on Deck 5 at Passenger Services.
Our desk is open daily and is your central resource for RSVP-related information. Hours vary
day to day and are posted in the daily Princess Patter and at the desk itself.
Also…and we’ll say this as clearly as we can because it’s always an issue for some…we as
a community tend to be more connected than typical guests. That puts unusual demands
on the limited bandwidth onboard. We recommend trying to unplug a bit – after all, you’re
on vacation (and it’s expensive!). If you’re unable to connect satisfactorily on the ship,
you should be able to connect wirelessly at cafes, restaurants, and coffee shops around
Cozumel and Grand Cayman.
Mobile Phone Access
You can take advantage of your wireless devices while at sea. With Princess’s onboard
service, you can make and receive calls using your own mobile phone and telephone
number. A service plan capable of roaming internationally with Maritime Communications
Partners AS is required. Charges will appear as a “roaming charge” on your regular monthly
bill. Rates are very high and are set by each home carrier. We recommend checking rates
prior to traveling. Other restrictions and limitations may apply.
Princess@Sea App
There’s a great new technical feature onboard that we know you’ll love and hopefully use.
Princess Cruises offers a complimentary app that allows you to connect with other cruisers
via their intranet system. To sign up once onboard, simply connect your mobile device to the
WiFi server called “Regal Princess” and use your browser to go to regal.princess.com. You’ll
be immediately connected.
Once connected, simply register by choosing a User Name and Password. You’ll be
prompted to enter a verification code, which can be found on the back of your cruise card at
the top; look for the number following the asterisk.
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Once registered, you can add your friends to “My Contacts” by inputting their folio number.
Folio numbers can be found on the front side of the cruise card. Once you enter your friends’
folio numbers, they’ll show up on your My Contacts list. However, until they actually sign up
for the free service, they will show as “Not Registered” within the app.
It’s easier than it sounds. Here are the sample screens:
If you need assistance with the app, the Princess Passenger Services Team Members on
Deck 5 are more than willing to lend a hand.
Ladies of RSVP Retreat
Regal Princess’s abundant space allows us to provide the Ladies of RSVP their own private
retreat. Tucked away in a specially marked area on the port side of Deck 17 Aft (adjacent to
Remix), you’ll find private loungers and an exclusive hot tub. Of course, you’re also welcome
at all other pools and hot tubs, too, but this one has been carved out just for you!
Medical Services
Medical services are available on Regal Princess 24 hours a day. The Medical Center is
located mid-ship on Deck 4 and opening hours will be listed daily in your Princess Patter.
Charges for medical services will be added to your shipboard account and you will be
provided with an itemized summary to submit to your insurance company. The ship’s
Medical Center is primarily intended to provide acute care for illness and accidents that
may occur while on vacation and is not intended to provide long-term care for patients
with chronic illnesses. They are capable of treating minor matters, as well as assessing
and stabilizing most medical emergencies. If you require treatment for a serious condition,
arrangements may be made to transfer you to a medical facility ashore. If you are currently
suffering from a serious medical condition, please consult with your personal physician
prior to sailing. If you would like the medical staff to be aware of any special conditions
or medications, please contact the Medical Center or Passenger Services on Deck 5 upon
boarding. Be sure to pack any medications in your carry-on and in their original prescription
containers to avoid delays with security.
If you should come down with a contagious disease, or even suspect a contagious disease
while onboard, it’s compulsory you report it to the ship’s Medical Center for the safety
of everyone onboard. In rare instances, the medical staff may determine your medical
condition requires you to be quarantined in your stateroom to protect the health of other
guests. While both Princess and RSVP will make every effort to make you comfortable in
such a situation, we are unable to compensate for lost vacation time due to quarantine.
Important note: Regal Princess is registered in Bermuda. For U.S. citizens, please verify
with your insurer that your coverage applies outside the United States. As always, we
highly recommend travel insurance to assist with unforeseen costs and reimbursements for
missing vacation time due to illness.
As you build your network, you’ll be able to chat with friends old and new. Also through the
app, you can access a summary of your onboard account and the daily Princess Patter.
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HEALTH SCREENING ADVISORY:
In light of recent news regarding the Ebola virus, Princess wishes to advise all guests that
they’ve adopted new boarding procedures and screenings following collaboration with the
international health authorities. They will be screening for any guests or crew who have
visited or traveled through countries with a US CDC Level 3 Travel Warning (Liberia, Sierra
Leone and Guinea) or had physical contact with or helped care for a person suspected of
having Ebola within 21 days of our cruise departure date. These individuals will be denied
boarding. Princess is also monitoring bookings for any guests coming from these countries.
Princess Cruises has in place robust medical protocols that are consistent with public health
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guidance. They are monitoring the situation closely, along with our colleagues in the rest
of the travel industry. Guests seeking more information on Ebola can visit the World Health
Organization’s website at www.who.int or the CDC website at www.cdc.gov/vhf/ebola/.
Should you have any questions about these travel requirements, please call 800.774.6237 to
speak with a Princess Guest Relations agent.
You may submit any special medical-related requests or conditions by contacting RSVP
Vacations at 310.432.2300 prior to January 23.
Gratuities & Tipping
All standard service charges for your stateroom attendants and dining room staff have
been pre-paid with your RSVP reservation. Additional tipping for exceptional service is of
course at your discretion. This standard gratuity does not cover purchases made onboard,
and as such a 15% service charge is automatically added to bar charges, dining room wine
purchases, and spa services. In terminals, airports, ports of call, and on shore excursions, we
suggest you extend gratuities consistent with customary local practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Do I need to wear a costume at every party?
Answer: Of course not! While we’d love to see you in costume, you’ll feel right at home in
any outfit and are always invited to join in the fun.
Question: Can I bring a friend onboard?
Answer: No. Only registered cruise guests and crew have access to the ship; no visitors
onboard the ship. This is for the safety and security of all guests.
Question: What if I need to change the name on my reservation?
Answer: Name change availability is guaranteed through Friday, January 30. A name
change fee of $150.00 USD will be charged for each name change. Contact your travel
professional or RSVP to make these changes.
Question: Will I receive anything in the mail?
Answer: No paper documents will be sent. All RSVP and Princess documents and
correspondence will be sent via email.
Details – For Those Who Want To Know It All
Shore Excursions
After registering online with Princess, select “Excursion Reservation” and you can download
a complete listing of all available excursions or simply book excursions by clicking on the
green “Browse & Reserve Excursions” button. Select the port in which you’d like to make a
booking, select your excursion, hit the “Reserve” button, and you’re all set! All advance excursion bookings will be charged to your onboard account.
For further details regarding excursions, you can contact a Princess Reservations Agent by
calling 800.774.6237.
Excursions will also be available for purchase onboard, but remember capacity is limited and
guests booking in advance have priority.
RSVP has worked closely with Princess to enhance and develop unique, fun, and exciting
excursions. Many of these excursions are exclusive to RSVP guests, although in some cases
tours may be mixed with guests from other cruise ships. If you are in doubt, please inquire
with the Shore Excursions Desk before booking.
Spa Indulgences
Using Princess’s online Cruise Personalizer, you can also pre-book appointments at Regal’s
fantastic Lotus Spa, which features a wealth of options to revitalize in beautiful facilities.
Lotus Spa Features
The Enclave – The central feature of Princess’s largest-ever thermal suite is a dramatic
hydro-therapy pool, along with a Hamman, Caldarium, Laconium, and Sensory Showers.
Bookings for The Enclave can be made onboard after boat drill and are limited to 100
guests. Please note there is no free-of-charge public sauna or steamroom onboard.
Scrub & Shine Bar – As a prelude to any spa treatment, or as an addition to use in The
Enclave, you can get recommendations from a “mixologist” for the perfect scrubs to
complement their treatments.
Treatment Rooms – The Lotus Spa on Regal Princess features 18 treatment rooms, including
two luxurious Couples Villas. These private retreats offer a quiet place for time together with
side-by-side massage tables, a soothing whirlpool bath, customized music for relaxation,
and a sitting area with ocean views.
Relaxation Lounge – A private space to relax before a treatment, this comfortable lounge
features a calming atmosphere and scenic ocean views. Here you can enjoy a cup of herbal
tea or fruit-infused water as you unwind.
Lotus Spa Salon – Within the spa, a full service salon provides a range of services, including
a new “social” nail bar with side-by-side stations for an interactive manicure experience.
Also offered here are private teeth whitening stations with individual TVs, pedicure stations,
and barber shop.
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Sanctuary and Retreat Pool Features:
The Sanctuary, located on the top deck, features two private cabana options along with
plush loungers and Serenity Stewards. The nearby Retreat Pool provides a serene spot for
a dip, along with peaceful poolside cabanas. These three private cabana options offer new
ways to find that perfectly relaxing place. Optional picnic baskets are available to make it
even more special.
The Sanctuary – A complete oasis of tranquility, with four private Sanctuary Cabanas for a
more luxurious experience, plus two Lotus Spa Cabanas offering an elegant private space
for a range of spa treatments. Featuring the air of a romantic hideaway under its distinctive
white canopy cover, The Sanctuary design includes strategically placed rock gardens and
special topiary planting with atmospheric lighting. Guests can relax on luxurious plush
lounge chairs or circular daybeds, while Serenity Stewards provide healthy refreshments
and music players with peaceful music. Lounge chairs in The Sanctuary can be reserved for
$20 for a half day or $40 for a full day, per person.
Sanctuary Cabanas – Within The Sanctuary, four Sanctuary Cabanas offer an even more
exclusive and special experience with amenities such as a personal television with noisereducing wireless headphones, cushy sofas, luxurious robes and slippers, a welcome
cocktail, and healthy snacks including nuts and dried & fresh fruit. The cabanas also feature
a fully stocked mini-bar with refreshing waters and sodas, as well as a choice of alcoholic
options, including beer or wine. Sanctuary Cabanas are available from $140 for a half day.
Lotus Spa Cabanas/Royal Indulgence Package – The two luxurious Lotus Spa Cabanas offer
a truly special alfresco massage experience. These larger, enclosed areas provide added
privacy, a comfortable resting area with a television and plush chairs, a treatment area with
two massage tables for a refreshing couples massage and beautiful ocean views looking out
over the front of the ship. A variety of customized packages are available for the Lotus Spa
Cabanas, ranging from $320 to $3,000. The top of the line package is a “Royal Indulgence”
package for four people. This exclusive experience provides the ultimate in pampering with
all-day massages and gourmet food and beverage offerings.
Retreat Pool – Adjacent to The Sanctuary, the Retreat Pool provides an area to relax and
rejuvenate. The Retreat Pool on Regal Princess offers Retreat Cabanas that can be reserved
for an enhanced experience. These cabanas are the perfect way to enjoy private space
poolside, or even add the indulgence of one of the ship’s special picnic baskets. The Retreat
Pool is open to all guests and Retreat Pool Cabana rental is available from $50 for a half day.
At night, the area around the Retreat Pool turns into RSVP’s Night Sky Chill Lounge, offering
guests a relaxed outdoor space to enjoy the night with drinks and music.
You may pre-book Lotus Spa packages and salon services in advance using Princess’s
online Cruise Personalizer until February 1, 2015. Reservations for Sanctuary & Retreat Pool
Cabanas can be made onboard starting at 5:30pm on February 8. The reservations desk is
located on Deck 17 Starboard between the Retreat Pool and The Sanctuary entrance. Suite
guests may book between 4:00pm and 5:00 pm in the Concierge Lounge on Deck 14.
Once a spa appointment has been officially made, if you need to cancel it for any reason,
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you must do so at least 24 hours in advance of your appointment. Otherwise, a 50% charge
applies.
Stateroom Information
Power & Water
The ship has both 110 (U.S. standard) and 220 (European) voltage power outlets in the
staterooms. All water onboard is filtered and potable, however bottled water is available for
purchase from all bars.
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service
On Regal Princess, standard (48-hour return) and express laundry and dry cleaning
services are available at about the same price you would expect to pay in a hotel. You will
find laundry bags and price lists in your closet or you can ask your stateroom attendant
for details. For safety reasons, ironing is prohibited in your staterooms. Self-service
launderettes, with washers, dryers, and laundry products, are also available onboard for a
nominal charge. There are also irons and ironing boards available in the launderettes.
Calling Another Stateroom
Detailed instructions for calling another stateroom can be found in the Guest Services
Directory located on the desk in your stateroom. In simplest terms, you enter the
corresponding deck number followed by the required stateroom number.
Lido Deck – L – 16
Marina Deck – M – 15
Riviera Deck – R – 14
Aloha Deck – A – 12
Baja Deck – B – 11
Caribe Deck – C – 10
Dolphin Deck – D – 9
Emerald Deck – E – 8
For example, Dolphin Deck Stateroom D408 would be called by dialing 9408.
RSVP Roommate Share Program
If you are participating in our roommate share program, you have been assigned a
roommate based on smoking preferences and you will receive a detailed letter from RSVP
outlining Share Program expectations. Look for it in your stateroom on Day One. With Regal
Princess being sold out, room changes are not possible.
European Sunbathing Deck
We will offer two areas for nude sunbathing – on Deck 19 Forward and on Deck 17
Starboard. The areas will be well marked and we ask that all guests respect those markers.
Waiter service will be unavailable in these areas. It obviously goes without saying, but we’ll
say it anyway…please put on your swimsuit before leaving the European Sunbathing Decks
to get a drink or to head back to your stateroom. Also, don’t forget to put sunscreen down
there!
Princess Captain’s Circle Membership
All RSVP guests belonging to Princess’s Captain’s Circle loyalty program will earn credit for
this sailing. In addition, you’ll also receive most of the applicable onboard benefits commiserate with your Captain’s Circle membership level.
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Where You Eat
As always, RSVP features open seating at all meals. You can eat whenever and sit
with whomever you’d like. However, in order to accommodate everyone smoothly and
comfortably, there are a few guidelines.
Regal Princess has three main dining rooms, which we will operate and open one at a
time in the following sequence: Allegro, Concerto, then Symphony. Once Symphony fills
to capacity, we’ll start over again with Allegro and Concerto. We’ll have signage and wait
staff pointing the way to the currently open room, but please note that in order to offer
open seating successfully, during the transition from one dining room to the next you may
be asked to walk from one to the other – a small inconvenience to eat whenever and with
whomever you choose.
Allegro Dining Room – Deck 6 Aft
Dinner
Opens 5:30pm
Concerto Dining Room – Deck 6 Mid
Breakfast
7:00am – 9:00am
Lunch
Noon – 1:30pm, Sea Days Only
Dinner
Opens approximately 7:00pm
Symphony Dining Room – Deck 5 Mid
Dinner
Opens approximately 7:30pm
Horizon Court Buffet – Deck 16 Aft
Continental Breakfast 6:00am – 7:00am
Full Breakfast
7:00am – 11:30am
Lunch
11:30am – 3:30pm
Tea Time
3:30pm – 5:30pm
Dinner
6:30pm – 9:30pm (limited service on February 14)
Late Night
11:00pm – 4:00am
Fondue and Crab Shack at Horizon Bistro – Deck 16 Aft
Dinner
6:00pm – 9:30pm, Available Nightly – Fondue and Crab Shack will alternate nights throughout the week
Sabatini Restaurant – Deck 5 Forward
5:30pm – 10:00pm
Crown Grill – Deck 7 Mid
5:30pm – 10:00pm
Ocean Terrace Seafood – Deck 7 Mid
Noon – 11:30pm, Sea Days
4:30pm – 11:00pm, Port Days
International Café – Deck 5 Piazza
Open 24 Hours
Gelato – Deck 5 Piazza
Noon – 11:00pm
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Vines – Deck 5 Piazza
11:00am – Late, Sea Days
4:30pm – 11:30pm, Port Days
Alfredo’s Pizzeria – Deck 6 Mid
Noon – Midnight
Prego Pizzeria – Deck 16 Mid
11:00am – 11:00pm
Trident Grill – Deck 16 Forward
11:00am – 6:00pm, Standard Fare
6:00pm – 11:00pm, Smokehouse BBQ
All of these dining times are approximate and may change slightly according to our port
times and onboard events.
Please note that all restaurants are smoke-free. We also ask that you do not wear shorts or
tank tops in the restaurants during evening dining.
Team RSVP will be on-hand outside the Allegro, Concerto, and Symphony restaurants to
greet you, help with seating, and answer questions. We always encourage you to join our
other guests for meals; it’s the best way to meet people. Both RSVP and Princess will do
our best to honor special seating requests, but please note that the majority of tables in
the main restaurants seat 6 or 8 people, with a small number seating 10. For the majority of
parties larger than 8, we cannot guarantee that everyone will be able to sit together, but we
will do our best to find nearby tables.
If you prefer a more traditional cruise experience with an assigned table and waiter
for dinner, simply request that option from the Maitre D’ and they’ll do their best to
accommodate you.
Please be patient during peak hours of 8:00 to 8:30pm as there may be a slight wait in the
main restaurants. If you’re the type of person who prefers not to wait or gets upset with
queues (and you know who you are), for the sake of all that’s good in this world, please
avoid this window of time entirely.
Room Service
Complimentary room service is available 24 hours a day. To have continental breakfast
delivered to your stateroom, fill out the breakfast card included in your stateroom portfolio
(one is also placed on your pillow) and hang it on the outside of your stateroom door prior to
going to bed. Your continental breakfast will then be delivered the next morning at the time
of your choosing. For all other times, simply press the “Room Service” button on your phone
to place an order. Also, if you wish to enjoy a relaxing drink in the privacy of your stateroom,
bottles of liquor and stateroom bar packages are available for purchase at non-duty-free
prices through room service. The stateroom directory lists a complete menu of offerings.
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Specialty Restaurants
Variety is the spice of life, especially when it comes to gourmet fare. For the perfect night
with your husband, wife, partner, or with friends, be sure to check out Regal’s fabulous
specialty restaurants. Reservations are required for dining in Sabatini’s, Crown Grill, and
Fondue or Crab Shack in Horizon Court. Please note there is an extra charge for dining in
these specialty restaurants. You can make a same- or next-day booking in-person at the
designated times listed in Princess Patter. Reservations are based on availability and are
first come, first served.
Crown Grill
Crown Grill entertains diners with an open, theater-style kitchen where chefs customprepare steamed shellfish – such as lobster, scallops, clams, and mussels – and
cooked-to-order steaks and chops. Crown Grill charges a $25 service fee per person.
Sabatini’s
Sabatini’s serves up an authentic Italian dining experience in a remarkable 8-course
meal. The stellar menu features both local seafood specialties and other regional
favorites. Sabatini’s charges a $25 service fee per person.
Crab Shack
From bayou-style boiled mud bugs to steamed Alaskan king crab legs, the Crab Shack
will delight those who love traditional and simple seafood done right. Available select
nights in Horizon Court with a $20 per person cover charge.
Fondue
As the saying goes, “everything old is new again,” and fondues are booming on a wave
of nostalgia. On select nights in Horizon Court, Fondue will allow you to experience
that most authentic of Swiss traditions – the fondue. Available select nights in Horizon
Court. This special event dining has a $20 per person cover charge.
Please note that shorts and tank tops are not permitted in Crown Grill or Sabatini’s for
evening dining.
Valentine’s Day – Saturday, February 14
For the first time in our history, Valentine’s Day falls on the final night of our cruise. We know
many couples will be looking for a romantic dining option on this night, so we’ve worked
hand-in-hand with Princess to maximize your choices for this special evening.
• Crown Grill (approximately 75 couples) – $25 per person
• Sabatini’s (approximately 75 couples) – $25 per person
• In-Stateroom Dining (approximately 10 couples) – a romantic dinner for two on your balcony – $100 per couple
• Dinner Under the Stars (approximately 50 couples)
For the first time ever, Princess will offer a special menu for two under a canopy of stars at 8:00pm on Deck 16. – $25 per person
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Reservations for these options will be conducted differently than the reservations for
all other days. Reservations for the above options can only be made in-person at the
designated table in The Piazza on Deck 5 on Thursday, February 12 from 1:00pm – 4:00pm.
Suite guests may make a reservation for any of the above options directly with their
Concierge from Day One up until 11:00am on February 12.
Because of limited availability with the above four options, Allegro, Concerto, and Symphony
Dining Rooms will also feature a special Valentine’s Day Menu on Saturday night. As always,
dining in the main restaurant is complimentary and tables seating only two cannot be
guaranteed.
Special Occasions
We are at your service for any special celebration. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, or
any other event, we want to make it memorable! Once onboard, please see either an RSVP
or Princess team member and we’ll help you make it unforgettable.
Singles Dining
Traveling solo doesn’t mean you have to eat alone. Whenever you enter our main
restaurants, please let Team RSVP know you would like to be seated with other guests. Also,
there will be a designated non-RSVP-hosted meeting place for single guests to gather for
drinks before dinner most nights. See Princess Patter for specific times and locations.
Special Diets
Since we operate with open seating, it is your responsibility to notify your server and/or the
Dining Room Manager of any special requests/needs you have each time you dine.
Optional Beverage Packages
Princess will offer the following beverage packages on our charter:
• Unlimited Soda Package ($4.50/day + 15% Gratuity) – unlimited fountain Coca Cola products, available at all bars (except satellite bars) and restaurants. Please note fountain beverages are not available from room service. Only one drink at a time per sticker.
• Unlimited Soda and More ($7/day + 15% Gratuity) – unlimited fountain Coca Cola products, refreshing juices, fruity mock-tails (e.g., Virgin Bloody Mary, Virgin Daiquiri, etc.), and creamy ice cream (from Gelato). Fountain beverages are not available at satellite bars or from room service. Only one drink at a time per sticker.
• Café Selects Premium Coffee Card ($29 + 15% Gratuity) – Enjoy 15 specialty coffees. At Gelato, you can also get 3 scoops, 1 sundae, or 1 crepe for 1 punch on your Coffee Card. Alcoholic Sundaes are available for 2 punches.
Beverage packages may be purchased onboard at the designated tables on Sunday,
February 8, or at any of the non-satellite bars at any time over the course of the voyage.
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Where You Pump
After indulging in Regal Princess’s myriad food options, no doubt many of you will want to
hit the gym to burn off a few of those extra calories.
The Fitness Center on Deck 17 Aft will be open from 6:00am to Midnight daily. It features
extensive cardio equipment, circuit training systems, and the following fitness classes and
health seminars:
Sunday, February 8 – Fort Lauderdale
1:00pm – Fitness Class Sign Ups
5:00pm – Grand Spa Raffle
5:30pm – Complimentary Footprint Analysis
Monday, February 9 – Princess Cays
7:00am – Long & Lean Stretch Class
7:30am – Abs Workout
8:00am – Yoga – $12
4:30pm – Free Footprint Analysis
5:00pm – Body Sculpt Boot Camp 1/4 – $120 for four sessions
4:00pm – Posture Seminar: Relieving Foot, Knee, & Back Pain
Friday, February 13 – Grand Cayman
7:00am – Long and Lean Stretch Class
7:30am – Abs Workshop
5:00pm – Free Footprint Analysis
Saturday, February 14 – Sea Day
7:00am – Long & Lean Stretch Class
7:30am – Body Conditioning
8:00am – Yoga – $12
9:00am – TRX Suspension Training – $20
10:00am – Body Sculpt Boot Camp 4/4 – $120 for four sessions
11:00am – Health Seminar: How to Increase Your Metabolism
2:00pm – Tour de Cycle – $12
3:00pm – Pilates – $12
4:00pm – Posture Seminar: Improving Posture with Goodfeet
Where You Connect
Tuesday, February 10 – Sea Day
Want to Listen?
Through music, we celebrate the unique and diverse interests in our community. The
following musically-themed nights will be available over the course of the week:
7:00am – Long & Lean Stretch Class
7:30am – Body Conditioning
8:00am – Yoga – $12
9:00am – TRX Suspension Training – $20
10:00am – Body Sculpt Boot Camp 2/4 – $120 for four sessions
11:00am – Health Seminar: Detox for Health & Weight Loss
2:00pm – Tour de Cycle – $12
3:00pm – Pilates – $12
4:00pm – Posture Seminar: Relieving Foot, Knee, & Back Pain
Wednesday, February 11 – Cozumel
7:00am – Sunrise Stretch
7:30am – Abs Workshop
8:00am – Yoga – $12
9:00am – TRX Suspension Training – $20
Thursday, February 12 – Sea Day
7:00am – Long & Lean Stretch Class
7:30am – Body Conditioning
8:00am – Yoga – $12
9:00am – TRX Suspension Training – $20
10:00am – Body Sculpt Boot Camp 3/4 – $120 for four sessions
11:00am – Health Seminar: Secrets to a Flatter Stomach
2:00pm – Tour de Cycle – $12
3:00pm – Pilates – $12
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• Big Band, Rat Pack, 50s/60s Sock Hop, and Elvis Night for our older guests, their admirers, and anyone who loves the music from the greatest generation
• Hot Latin Hits for our spicy Latino/Latina guests and those who drink from the Cup of Life
• Hip-Hop Night From Notorious B.I.G. and Run-DMC to Usher and Chris Brown, this night is for those who love their music with a harder edge and an unmistakable beat
• All-Time Greatest Lesbian Pop, Rock, & Soul for our female guests and their friends
Want to Connect?
We’ll also hold meetings/get-togethers for Friends of Bill W, Veteran and Active Service
Members, Gay Parents, Newly Out Guests, Bisexual Guests, Transgendered Guests, and First
Time Cruisers.
We host several social gatherings throughout the week for our single guests, ranging from
cocktail parties to sports events. There are singles events almost every day!
Got Talent?
In addition, for those of you who were born to sing, you’ll want to bring sheet music with
you for RSVP’s The Voice, with pianist Jack Aaronson. Think open mic night: we’ll provide
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the accompanist, sound system, and the spotlight…you provide the star power! If you’d like
to send your sheet music to Jack in advance, you can do so at [email protected].
Otherwise, just bring it along with you!
Got Books?
At RSVP, we realize life is about balance. In fact, we know some of you would rather curl
up with a good book instead of doing pretty much anything else. For you, we’re pleased to
bring back the RSVP Book Club – a place to have intellectual conversations with like-minded
guests. Led by moderator Tim Aumiller, our 30th Anniversary Caribbean Cruise’s RSVP Book
Club selections are:
The City and the Pillar, by Gore Vidal
Jim, a handsome, all-American athlete, has always been shy around girls. But when he and
his best friend, Bob, partake in “awful kid stuff,” the experience transforms Jim’s ideal of
spiritual completion. Defying his parents’ expectations, Jim strikes out on his own, hoping to
find Bob and rekindle their amorous friendship. Buy The City and the Pillar on Amazon Now
Lawfully Wedded Husband: How My Gay Marriage Will Save the American Family
When author Joel Derfner’s boyfriend proposed to him, there was nowhere in America the
two could legally marry. That changed quickly, however, and before long the two were on
what they expected to be a rollicking journey to married bliss. What they didn’t realize was
that, along the way, they would confront not just the dilemmas every couple faces on the
way to the altar, but so much more. Buy Lawfully Wedded Husband on Amazon Now
We will also discuss New York Magazine’s recently published article, Sex Without Fear,
which can be read HERE.
Check your Princess Patter for dates and times.
Good to Know
En Route Delays
If you encounter unforeseen flight or weather-related delays on sailing day, we suggest you
immediately advise an airline representative at the airport that you are a cruise passenger
destined for sailing that day. Often, airlines are able to arrange alternative flights at the
airline counter for passengers to continue with their travel to the point of embarkation. It is
the airline’s responsibility to make alternate flight arrangements resulting from a delay or
cancellation.
In the event costs are incurred, you are responsible for out-of-pocket expenses. If you’ve
purchased travel protection, costs incurred as a result of trip delays are likely covered by
Trip Delay protection. Please ensure you keep all receipts for submission and contact your
travel plan administrator for assistance and clarification.
Upon learning your new flight arrangements, we ask that you immediately contact Princess
with your new flight information. You may call Princess toll-free at 800.545.0008. This
special number is operational only in the United States and Canada. Outside of the United
States and Canada you may reach Princess at 661.284.4410. Within Australia, use 13.24.88.
The En Route Desk is staffed 5:00am – 8:00pm PST Monday through Friday and 5:00am –
5:00pm PST Saturday and Sunday.
After-hours support is available in the event of en route delays. These calls will be routed
to Princess’s customer service centers in Australia or the United Kingdom, subject to the
time of call. Their representatives will record your new flight information into your booking
record.
If your checked baggage is delayed or misdirected by a common carrier, immediately report
this to the carrier. Once you arrive onboard, report this delay to the Passenger Services Desk
on Deck 5, providing the claim number and bag description. As a courtesy, the onboard
staff will assist in following up with the airline; however, any costs incurred in forwarding the
luggage to the ship is at the passenger’s expense. Passengers who have purchased travel
protection should verify with their policy carrier regarding Baggage Protection, which may
include baggage delay coverage. Please keep all receipts for submission and contact your
travel plan administrator for assistance.
IMPORTANT: The En Route Desk numbers provided here are for unforeseen delays only. If
you have other questions, please contact RSVP or Princess Guest Service.
Contacting Regal Princess During Your Cruise
To provide greater peace of mind while you’re away from home, give friends and relatives
the following information on how to telephone you. Have them simply dial 877.656.7447.
Calls will be charged to a credit card in both the U.S. and Canada. Visa, MasterCard,
American Express, and Discover Card (not Canadian) are all accepted. The cost for each
call is $8.95 USD per minute or $11.95 CAD per minute and is subject to change without
notice. When calling, they should tell the operator they are trying to reach a Regal Princess
passenger and give your name and stateroom number to ensure a quick connection.
For calls originating outside of the U.S. and Canada, the following numbers should be used,
preceded by your country’s International Direct Dialing (IDD) code and the global ocean
code 870. For example, if you would like to call Regal Princess from the United States, dial
011.870.765.120.545. Please contact your long distance service provider for pricing.
RSVP Publicity Photos
We will have a photographer and video crew onboard to document our voyage and assist us
in creating future marketing materials. Our official RSVP photographer will identify himself
to you before taking your picture. If you do not wish to appear in our promotional materials,
please simply decline.
If your delay involves missing the ship in Fort Lauderdale, you must immediately contact
the En Route Desk to confirm you will be permitted to join the vessel at the next port of call.
In certain instances, you will not be permitted to join the vessel at the next port if the late
embarkation will result in a violation of the Passenger Vessel Services Act (PVSA).
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Where You Elevate
Team RSVP Members
Personal enrichment is a big part of every truly great vacation. Through our seminar
programs, we strive to address the topics that are important to our community. In
celebration of our 30th Anniversary, we’re pleased to welcome back former RSVP Vacations
President Charlie Rounds to speak about the work of the Kevin J. Mossier Foundation.
Since 1997, the charitable giving of RSVP founder Kevin J. Mossier’s foundation has touched
the lives of countless LGBT individuals and organizations, including PFLAG, Lambda Legal,
ACLU Lesbian & Gay Rights, Freedom to Marry, GLAAD, GLSEN, Amnesty International, and
on and on and on. Charlie will speak about the organization’s original mission, it’s history,
and the progress of human rights made possible by the work of the foundation.
Charlie Rounds is currently a board member for the IGLTA Foundation – the philanthropic
arm of the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association, the leading member-based global
organization dedicated to LGBT tourism. Charlie served as President of RSVP Vacations for
over 20 years from 1988 to 2010.
Look in your Princess Patter for the date and time of our Kevin J. Mossier Foundation
seminar, with guest speaker Charlie Rounds.
Randle Roper – President
Rachel Pearson – Director of Entertainment & Operations
Nick Pavlick – Director of Guest Experience, Reservations
Dann Tervo – Reservations Expert
Abel Diaz – Reservations Expert
Brad Loekle – Cruise Director
Tim Aumiller
Seth Bradshaw
Joe Colon-Acevedo
James Compton
Gary DeVaughn
Joshua Dieker
Coleman Drew
Joey Hunter
Mark Jacobson
Randy Juden
Aaron Kuenhart
Jason Lambert
Ashley Love
Brian Moreland
Tim Pappalardo
David Plunkett
David Reed
Richard Renaud
Chucky Smith
Technical Team
John Finen – Technical Director
Bryan Holcombe – Lighting Director
Robert Montenegro – Visual Effects Director
If you have any questions about your cruise,
please call us at 310.432.2300.
We hope you enjoyed your Cruise Vacation Guide.
We can’t wait to celebrate 30 fabulous years
with you aboard Regal Princess!
RSVP Vacations is definitely Where You Belong.
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