Pre-Paid Gratuity for Our Group

In speaking with Alex the decision was made to implement a Pre-Paid Gratuity for our group. The main reason for this decision was so that our Late Seating Dining would allow us to not have to have pre-assigned seating for our group. Allowing us the freedom to sit where there is an opening or to adjust our table seating on days that there might be openings due to our group members having chosen to not dine with us that night or their decision to partake in a speciality restaurant for that evening.

You may pre-pay your gratuities with Alex with your cruise balance or contact her directly for another date for payment arrangement.

The gratuity payment is based on the category of your stateroom and they are as noted below:

$12 per person per day Mini-Suites & Suites

$11.50 per person per day All Other Staterooms

This gratuity will be shared amongst those staff who help provide and support your cruise experience, including all waitstaff, stateroom stewards, buffet stewards and housekeeping staff across the fleet.

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DINING OPTION - Let Alex Know....

One of the decisions you will have to make this month is your Dining Option. In fact you will need to notify Alex with your choice by FRIDAY, MAY 29, 2014. Currently, we are “ALL”
assigned to a TRADITIONAL LATE DINING OPTION. Which means you will be having dinner around 8:00 pm and you will have a regular nightly assigned table seating. This option provides you with the same dining room, table, seat and also the same wait staff throughout your cruise.This option also guarantees your table mates to be familiar faces through out the cruise. 

The cruise lines have recently made changes to accommodate passengers needs and interests. There are now various options for dining. 
You can opt’ for...  

Sean & Andrea waiting to dine! 

TRADITIONAL “EARLY SEATING” DINING, 5:30PM

You are assigned to the same dining room with the same table, same wait staff and same time.Recommended for those wanting to be sure they can catch an evening performance show. As not all shows are double scheduled for late dining cruisers.

TRADITIONAL “LATE SEATING” DINING, 8pm

You are assigned to the same dining room
with the same table, same wait staff and same time.Good option for those wanting time to get ready leisurely after excursion and a day in port. Also for those enjoying late night activities, this dining option will allow you to take a nap prior to dinner.

ANYTIME DINING, Dinner service 5pm-10pm

This is a new popular dining venue on the ship for cruisers. You can show up at anytime you like within the dinner service time frame. There is open seating and so you will more likely be sitting with someone new nightly. You may also bring a fellow cruiser with an anytime dining option to be seated with you. Just line up together and as you get escorted in ask to be seated together. If you like or if you have a large party, it is recommended you call in advance for a specified reservation time. This may require 1-3 days in advance. But you will not have to wait in line as there is a designated reservation line for you.

Each of these dining option will have the same daily menu. You can also choose to participate in Room Service, Buffet, the Pizzeria or the speciality restaurant for an additional fee with required reservation for this restaurant option. So think about what will work best for you and be ready as Alex will need to know this information by FRIDAY, MAY 29, 2015 - 5pm. 

Remember you are currently assigned to TRADITIONAL “LATE” DINING, if you want to change from this option please contact Alex. Your dining option is required as it will be placed on your cruise card. 

FYI, for ROGER & DIANA, we have decided on.... "TRADITIONAL LATE SEATING" DINING!