Cruise Vacation Guide - Atlantis Events

Cruise Vacation GuideGetting Ready • Getting ThereEntertainment Preview • About Your ShipAllure Caribbean CruiseAllure of the Seas | January 29 – February 5, 2012

Packing AdviceOnBoard ClothingAtlantis emphasizes a casual, comfortable atmosphere with no specified dress code.Sportswear and casual resort attire are appropriate at all times. There are no formal nights, andabsolutely no need for a jacket and tie.Our only real rule is that no tank tops or shorts are permitted in any of the specialtyrestaurants at dinner. Please respect this rule for our premium dining experiences for all guests.The staff at these restaurants will ask you to change.On Shore ClothingPlan for warm, even hot weather with some cooler breezes at night. We recommendloose, comfortable cottons or other lightweight clothing. And don’t forget a hat! All ports arecasual with a beach-friendly attitude. We suggest beachwear and some really comfortableshoes. Some tours involve bus rides and/or considerable walking so comfort is essential.Allure Party ThemesOur theme parties might warrant something special, but these, of course, are alwaysoptional. You’ll be comfortable with or without an outfit. All listed events are outdoors, in theSolarium at night and Aqua Theater during the day.Mardi Glo Mash-up our classic Mardi Gras event and newly popular Shine partyto get the silliest, sparkly night you’ve ever seen. Ignite your imagination and think light-upparade, dazzling dancer, glowing accessories, and anything else that begets a bright fantasy.Tourists encouraged. Light-up spectacles abound.Into the Deep Embrace the mystery and myth of the sea with a shimmering party thatruns as deep as your imagination. Stout sailors, cryptic pirates, and underwater explorers meetsea creatures, mythical beasts, mermaids and more. Swimmers, native island inhabitants, andthe occasional lost cruise ship passenger welcome.White Party The longest-running, most popular, and most infamous party on the highseas continues into 2012. Dazzle us with your originality in the color that everybody looksgreat in.Dog Tag T-Dance Now that our military members can come out to play, we thought it’s timefor a little creative interpretation of how cleverly military uniforms can be adapted. Civilianswelcome. Dog Tags provided.Revival Classic Disco T-Dance The spirit of the 70s returns for two zany hours of retro funwhen we all had too much real hair and a fascination with artificial fabrics.Over the Rainbow T-Dance This one isn’t just about Dorothy or the last scary multi-colortube-top you saw at Pride. But that’s a start. Join us as a singular color from your own personalrainbow, an Oz-like inspiration, or the worst combination of colors you can pull together. Andif you’re just “over” the rainbow, come as you are and enjoy!4Miscellaneous Packing AdviceBring plenty of sunblock, as the sun can be deceptively intense. Also, bring your ownbasic toiletries as the onboard stores are not open when in port.Plan for uncertainty. Pack at least one change of clothes in your carry on bags in case yourbags are lost or mishandled en route.And we'll say it one more time – don't put your passport in your checked luggage!Prohibited ItemsPlease do not bring any of the following onboard, and do not place these items in yourchecked luggage: Irons (including travel irons), alcoholic beverages, knives, firearms, and anyother potentially dangerous item.If your luggage contains any of the above items, your bag will be held at security andwill not be delivered to your stateroom. Full details on prohibited items can be found in RoyalCaribbean's Guest Conduct Policy.5

Smoking PolicyFor the comfort of all of our guests, designated smoking and non-smoking areas areavailable throughout the vessel. All dining areas are non-smoking. All showrooms are nonsmoking.Smoking is permitted only in certain lounge areas and on open decks. As a courtesyto our guests, ship personnel will thoroughly enforce the smoking policy.Additionally, Studio B and Blaze will be designated as non-smoking lounges during allnighttime party events. No smoking is allowed in the Solarium at any time as well.Please note that Atlantis and/or RCCL reserves the right to change the smoking policy atany time depending on guest requirements. A complete detail of the smoking areas onboardcan be found in your stateroom upon embarkation in the Cruise Compass.Suite PrivilegesAll guests in a Grand Suite or higher category will be entitled to several unique andvaluable VIP services on the Allure. Full details will be provided upon embarkation, but hereare a few of the highlights:• Concierge Lounge Access: You'll have exclusive access to the fabulousconcierge lounge on Deck 11, with the best view of the boardwalk for breakfast, lunch,and evening cocktails. Our trained concierges will assist you with virtually all of yourreservation needs, including restaurants and shows.• Gold Card Access and Priority Seating for Main Shows: There'sno need to reserve show tickets, just show your gold card up to 10 minutes prior toshowtime and you'll walk right in! Also, we hold limited priority seating for our suiteguests up until 15 minutes before the show starts.• Advance Specialty Restaurant Reservations: Each suite room is allowedto make up to 3 advance bookings for this cruise at our specialty restaurants. See theConcierge for assistance.If You Have a Problem or QuestionBoth the Guest Relations Desk and the Atlantis Information Desk can handle most anydifficulty you may encounter. Generally, issues relating to your stateroom, the ship, schedules,or billing should be directed to the Guest Relations Desk. Questions regarding entertainment,service, Atlantis policies, special requests, or anything else should be directed to the AtlantisDesk. Questions about excursions should go directly to the Shore Excursions Desk.If the Atlantis Desk is unattended, please feel free to ask any Team Atlantis member andwe will happily assist you.Spa ServicesThe Allure features an exceptional full-service spa, offering a fantastic range of servicesincluding massage, facial, aromatherapy, hairstyling, and much more. Appointments for theseservices should be made early in your cruise, as many of the services book up early. All spaservices are an additional charge which can be signed to your stateroom.You can book spa appointments for all our port days online now. Spa appointments forour sea days will be available on Sunday afternoon, immediately following the boat drill, inorder to be fair to all our guests. The spa will be open earlier that day for tours and same-dayappointments.Medical ServicesShould you require medical attention while on board, an infirmary staff is available toassist you 24 hours a day. A doctor is available to render services at a customary charge. Theinfirmary is capable of providing treatment for minor matters which may arise during yourcruise and are capable of assessing and stabilizing most medical emergencies. Should yourequire treatment for a serious condition which requires hospitalization, then arrangementsmay be made to transfer you to a medical facility ashore. While at sea, the ability to transferyou to a shore side facility may be limited or delayed by weather or logistical considerations. Ifyou are currently suffering from a serious medical condition, please consult with your personalphysician prior to sailing. Royal Caribbean’s doctors are independent contractors.Important Health Notice – Please Read!If you should come down with a contagious disease, or even suspect a contagious disease,it’s compulsory that you report it to the ship’s infirmary for the safety of everyone on board.Should you be on any medication, or want the medical staff to be aware of any special needs,please contact the infirmary. This will ensure that they will be prepared should you needassistance.In rare instances, the ship's medical staff may determine that your medical condition willrequire you to be quarantined in your stateroom to protect the health of our other guests. Whileboth RCCL and Atlantis will make every effort to make you comfortable in such a situation, weare unable to compensate lost vacation time due to quarantine.Please note that the ship follows C.D.C. guidelines on all quarantine issues, and there islittle flexibility in applying the rules, particularly where gastrointestinal symptoms are present.As always, we highly recommend travel insurance to assist with unforeseen costs andreimbursement for missed vacation time due to illness of any type. If you do not have travelinsurance, it can be purchased virtually right up to departure time.1011

Atlantis Cruise EssentialsTeam Atlantis & Information DeskOur Team Atlantis is on hand throughout the ship to host and assist with every aspect ofyour vacation. Please don't hesitate to ask any of us if you have a question or require assistance.We are available 24 hours a day, and are always wearing Atlantis name badges.We also offer a general information desk located on Deck 5 adjacent to the Guest RelationsDesk. Hours for this desk vary by port and are posted in the Cruise Compass .Atlantis management can also be reached through Guest Relations at any time.Atlantis Roommate Share ProgramIf you are participating in our roommate share program, you have been assigned aroommate based on smoking preferences. Your roommate’s name may appear on yourconfirmation, but is subject to change. This program is offered as a convenience and servicefor our single travelers, and as such no roommate changes are permitted for any reasonwhatsoever.Upon arrival, you will find a detailed letter in your stateroom with advice on how best toenjoy your cruise together.Special Events for SinglesWe host several special events throughout the week for our single guests, ranging fromcocktail parties to special dinners. Please see the Cruise Compass for information onspecific events.Atlantis Cruise CompassThe Atlantis version of Royal Caribbean's Cruise Compass will be delivered to yourstateroom each night with a complete schedule for the following day. All activities, shows,and function times are described in this newsletter and handy pocket card. Please rememberthat this is our primary method of communicating with you, so read it daily. Changes and/or updates from our original schedule are common during a cruise, particularly in case ofinclement weather.The entire cruise compass can also be found throughout the ship on the WayFinder videoscreens in elevator lobbies on each floor. You can also find it on your stateroom's television.You can also find out what's going on by watching Malcolm and Ricky, our two cruisedirectors, on their daily TV broadcast. It's the most informative 10 minutes of your day!Atlantis Logo MerchandiseIf you're looking for a true one-of-a-kind souvenir, visit the onboard shops for Atlantis logoshirts, hats, and other gear.Gatherings for Special Interest GroupsWe celebrate the diversity and diverse interests in our community with several casual gettogethersfor the following groups:Bear Cave – A gathering for bears, leather, friends, and admirersWomen of Atlantis – Our female guests and their friendsFriends of Bill W – Daily meetingsPOZ – Daily meetingsThese get-togethers are casual, non-hosted meetings throughout the week. See theCruise Compass for dates and times.Atlantis Publicity PhotosWe will have a photographer and video crew onboard to document our voyage and assistus in creating our future collateral materials.Atlantis does not use “random” shots for our publicity, so if you do not wish to be seen inour photos, please feel free to tell our photographers as they set up the shot.Atlantis Souvenir VideoWe will be producing a souvenir video for all our guests onboard. This video will beavailable online approximately 2 months after the trip returns with our compliments.If you want instant gratification, we recommend purchasing the Royal Caribbean “Cruisein Review” video while onboard. It's an excellent souvenir with video of this cruise along withdetailed insider information on the magnificent Allure of the Seas.Future Atlantis Cruise SalesDuring the last few days of your cruise, we will offer a chance to reserve a future Atlantisvacation with a special onboard booking discount.Details will be delivered to your stateroom and booking times will be listed in the CruiseCompass.No Solicitation PolicyAtlantis does not allow our guests to solicit other guests for any service or businesswhile onboard our cruises. Please respect our other guests' right to enjoy themselves in anadvertising-free environment.Any guest that violates this policy by distributing materials, voicemails, or other commercialcommunications to our guests will be subject to a $2500 fine applied directly to their SeaPassaccount. Thank you for your understanding.1213

Restaurant InformationThere are more dining options on the Allure of the Seas than any other ship we'vechartered. Please take a minute to review the following and enjoy!Adagio Main Dining RoomBreakfastLunchDinnerWindjammer CafeBreakfastLunchEarly DinnerLate Night snacksPark CafeBreakfastLunch8 – 10 AMNoon – 1:30 PM (port days)6:30 – 10 PM7 – 11:30 AM11:30 AM – 4 PM6 – 8 PM10 PM – 5 AM7 – 11 AM11:30 AM – 6 PMCafe Promenade & Sorrento's PizzaSnacks and desserts 24 hours (Sorrento's closed from 7 – 11:30 AM)Chops, Giovanni's Table, 150 Central ParkDinner6 – 10:30 PM (reservations required)Lunch at Giovanni's Noon – 1:30 PMSolarium/Samba GrillBrunchDinner10 AM – 3 PM (no charge)6 –10 PM (reservations required)Vitality at Sea Spa CafeHealthy snacks, fruit smoothies, and protein shakesWipeOut CafeLunch/Snacks 11:30 AM - 6 PMIzumiDinner7 AM – 9 PM6 – 10:30 PM (reservations suggested, sushi bar walk-in)Rita's CantinaContinuous Service 11:30 AM – MidnightOn T-Dance days, there is no food service from 3 – 7 PM.Johnny RocketsBreakfastLunch/Dinner9 –11 AM (free)12 PM - Midnight (closed 3 – 7 PM on T-Dance days)Open Seating PolicyAs always, Atlantis features open seating at all meals. We believe that sharing a mealwith friends, including new friends you meet at the table, is a highlight of every Atlantis cruise.Team Atlantis members will be on hand at the main restaurant during dinner to seat you,answer questions, and host tables. We always encourage you to join other guests for meals –it’s the best way to meet people! We will do our best to honor special seating requests.Dining NotesOur biggest and most important piece of dining advice: Avoid the Windjammer! Weknow that many of you rely on it for a quick meal, but on this ship there are so many otheroptions out there. You'll be happiest if you always look for another venue first. Trust us.All dining times are approximate, and will change slightly due to port times and onboardevents. Times are in the Cruise Compass.Updated restaurant capacity information is available on the WayFinder monitorsthroughout the ship. We highly recommend using these to avoid waiting in line.Room service is available 24 hours a day (charges apply during some hours). See themenu in your stateroom or interactive TV for details. Please recognize that the room servicestaff has limited capabilities. If you’re looking for a quick snack late at night, we highlyrecommend the Windjammer Cafe (see above), Cafe Promenade, or Sorrento's which are allopen almost 24-hours a day.Specialty Restaurant & ReservationsAllure offers several distinctive and original dining experiences. There are three terrificrestaurants on Central Park: Chops is an authentic steak house, with an open kitchen and warmclubby decor, Giovanni's Table features superb Italian food in a relaxed trattoria setting, andthe jewelbox-like 150 Central Park offers a brilliant and original multi-course tasting menu.For a real taste of Brazil, head to Samba Grill, our original churrascaria. Rita's Cantina on theBoardwalk is sure to be a hit with a fantastic margarita menu and regional Mexican specialities.Izumi offers sushi and other Asian specialities.Reservations are strongly encouraged, and may only be made for same day dining. Infairness to all our guests, reservations must be made in person, and only one reservation perstateroom will be accepted daily. These restaurants are not equipped to handle parties largerthan eight guests (and only a few tables are this size). Please respect these policies so that themaximum number of our guests may enjoy these unique dining experiences.Suite (Grand and above) guests may reserve in advance for up to three total visits perroom during the cruise through the Concierge.An extra fee applies for all specialty restaurants. Gratuities are included.Finally, please respect that we have limited space in these restaurants and a lot of guestswho want to enjoy them. If your plans change, please cancel your booking in a timely mannerso that we can accommodate another guest. Also, please respect your original request in termsof table size (don't show up with 8 guests when you book for 4!). Thank you.14 15

After Your CruiseArrival into Ft. LauderdaleUpon arriving into Ft. Lauderdale after your cruise, we will begin disembarkation around 7AM. This procedure generally takes two hours. If you have a flight earlier than 10 AM, pleasenotify Royal Caribbean onboard and we’ll do our best to prioritize your departure.After leaving the vessel you may claim your luggage on the pier. Baggage lost or damagedmust be reported to Royal Caribbean prior to leaving the baggage claim area.Airport Transfers to FLL or MIARoyal Caribbean will offer group transfers to both the Ft. Lauderdale and Miami airportsonboard during your cruise. Rates and information will be sent to your stateroom during thecruise, or inquire at the Guest Relations Desk.If you are going directly to the airport upon arrival into Ft. Lauderdale, we stronglyrecommend purchasing the Royal Caribbean transfers. Taxis are available, but the bus is a loteasier and faster.Keeping In TouchBefore SailingIf you need to reach Atlantis prior to your cruise, you may contact us at 800-628-5268, or310-859-8800. Our office will not be open the morning of embarkation, so please contact RoyalCaribbean directly in case of emergency.You can contact Royal Caribbean Cruises at 800-256-6649 or 305-519-3415.Telephone AccessYou can make ship-to-shore calls from your stateroom, 24 hours a day. The cost is $7.95per minute and will automatically be charged to your SeaPass account.Friends and family can reach you 24 hours a day via Royal Caribbean’s Satellite Service.Have them call 888-724-SHIP (7447) from the USA, or 1-732-335-3285 from the rest of theworld. The cost is $7.95 per minute and can be billed to their American Express, MasterCard,or Discover cards. (From outside the USA, additional long distance charges will apply).Internet Access - Royal Caribbean Cruises OnlineThe Allure is completely wired for internet access throughout the ship. An additionalcharge applies, of course, and packages are available. There are only a few public computersonboard, so we recommend bringing your own laptop if you need internet access.Remember that internet access at sea is much slower than broadband access. After all,you do have to go through a satellite link!Finally, we recommend turning all mobile broadband devices to "Airplane Mode" whileonboard. They tend to hold onto an IP address that another user could be utilizing.2425