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PALS Reunion Cruise

PALS Camp Reunion Cruise
August 4- August, 11 2012 on the Norwegian Gem

This sparkling cruise ship is the perfect choice for cruising the Bahamas & Florida, Caribbean.  From a chic, four-lane bowling alley to tons of dining choices and Freestyle Cruising, Norwegian Gem has it all. Chill out by the pool, get lucky in the casino, unwind at the spa, and make the kids happy with our water slides, Wii™ games and lots more.



Norwegian Gem
From traditional fine dining to endless buffets with custom-order action stations, there is a host of delicious options included in your cruise fare. For an additional cover charge, you?ll have access to a world of possibilities including gourmet French, Japanese teppanyaki and an upscale steakhouse ? 16 different dining options in all.  Theatrical productions, Second City® comedy troupe, a state-of-the-art fitness center, Nintendo Wii? on a 2-story screen, waterslide, a climbing wall, bars and lounges of all kinds, pools, hot tubs, kid?s centers, teen discos and more are all on board and included in your cruise fare. Flexible accommodations ranging from the affordable to the over-the-top opulence of our Suites & The Haven.  Wireless Internet access is available for a fee in your stateroom and all public areas, 24 hours a day.

SHIP SPECIFICATIONS

Passenger Capacity: 2,394 (double occupancy)
Gross Register Tonnage: 93,530
Overall Length: 965 feet
Max Beam: 105 feet
Draft: 28 feet
Engines: Diesel Electric
Cruise Speed: 25 knots
Crew: 1,101

What's Included?

Freestyle Cruising is all about giving you the freedom of choice to have your style of vacation. Relax or be adventurous. Eat a burger or filet. Dress up or go casual. And never have a fixed schedule or restriction to slow you down. It's your vacation, so make sure it's exactly what you've been daydreaming about. You'll find our fleet of new ships have everything you need to have your perfect freestyle vacation.

Freestyle Dining
No set dining times, no assigned tables, a relaxed dress code and more restaurants than days in the week on every ship, so you can enjoy whatever you're hungry for, whenever you're hungry.  Dinner will be assigned dining so your group can dine together.

   
Freestyle Fun
How do you have a good time? Pools with slides, Wii" on two-story screens, modern fitness centers, expansive spas, fun kids and teens programs, wine tastings, an always-exciting casino and more are all waiting for you on board.

   
Freestyle Accommodations
From the largest suites at sea to a room with a view with our Balcony Staterooms, Norwegian Cruise Line has the widest selection of accommodations at sea, including more family-friendly interconnecting staterooms and suites than anyone else.

Group Dining- We have arranged for the group to dine together each evening.  Special dietary restrictions can be accommodated.  Please contact Susan Wolfson for details.

Group Events -  When we get a better idea of how many guests will be sailing we will be offering group excursions and events.







Itinerary



 Port of Call
 Date  Arrival Time    
 Departure Time    
 New York City
 08/04/12 
    4:00 pm
 At Sea
 08/05/12

 Orlando Beaches- Port Canaveral
 08/06/12  12:00 pm
  10:00 pm
 Great Stirrup Cay (Norwegian's    Private Island)
 08/07/12  11:00 am
  6:00 pm
 Nassau, Bahamas
 08/08/12   8:00 am
  6:00 pm
 At Sea
 08/09/12    
 New York City
 08/11/12   8:00 am
 






Cabin Description

Photo Example

Layout Example

Mid-Ship Balcony
These mid-ship staterooms sleep up to four guests and come with two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and a convertible sofa pulls out to sleep two more. Also includes a sitting area and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to a private balcony with a great view. Because they are mid-ship, you'll have easy access to everything on board.

Accommodates: 4Approx. Size: 205 sq. ft.


Balcony Cabin
Balcony Cabin Layout


Mid-Ship Oceanview Porthole Window
Up to four guests can stay in these Oceanview Staterooms. Includes two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate up to two more guests, as well as a porthole to enjoy the view. These staterooms are mid-ship accommodations, which means you'll have easy access to everything on board.

Accommodates: 4Approx. Size: 161 sq. ft.
Ocean View Cabin with Porthole Window
Ocean View Cabin with Porthole Window Layout


Obstructed Oceanview
These Oceanview Staterooms sleep up to four guests and have either a picture window or porthole, with an obstructed view. The view maybe partially or completely obstructed.  Two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and additional bedding to accommodate up to two more guests.

Accommodates: 4Approx. Size: 161 sq. ft
Obstructed Ocean View
Obstructed Ocean View Cabin Layout


Inside
These Inside Staterooms are the most affordable way to cruise. There's room for up to four guests and they include two lower beds that convert into a queen-size bed and of course, you'll have room service and many other amenities.

Accommodates: 4Approx. Size: 143 sq. ft.
Inside Cabin
Inside Cabin Layout
Pricing

All prices are per person based on double occupancy.  We are holding a variety of categories for your group.  Suites are available but are not held in our group.

Prices for 3rd and 4th passengers are based upon the current pricing at the time of booking.  As of 9/18/2011 the rate for the 3rd and 4th passenger is $1,119.61 per person including port charges, gratuities and gov't taxes.  

If you would like pricing on any of the suites or would like pricing for 3rd and 4th passengers please contact Susan Wolfson  by phone (610)295-5154 or email Susan@GoAstroTravel.com  Please note anyone not booking into the group will not be able to participate in group dining or events.


A deposit of $250 per person is required to secure your booking by November 1, 2011

Final payment is due on May 1, 2012

Cancellation Penalties
Prior to May 21 - Full Refund of your Deposit
May 21 - June 9 - Deposit Amount
June 10 - July 5 - 50% Penalty
July 6  -  July 20 - 75% Penalty
On or after July 21 -  100%  Penalty





Category 
 Base Fare
Port Charges
Gov't Taxes
Gratuities
Price Per Person
 Balcony - BA
 $1,114  $175  $136.61 $84 $1,509.61
 Ocean View Porthole Window - OF
$ 874  $175 $136.61 $84 $1,269.61
 Ocean View Obstructed - OK
$ 824  $175 $136.61 $84 $1,219.61
 Inside - ID
$ 744  $175 $136.61 $84 $1,139.61
 Inside - IE
$ 734  $175   $136.61 $84 $1,129.61



Passport and Norwegian Age/Minor Policy Information

Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, Alaska, Mexican Riviera, Or Canada & New England Cruises

For closed-loop sailings (cruises that depart from and return to the same U.S. port), you need a valid passport OR proof of citizenship and a valid government-issued photo I.D. (driver's license with a photo) or any other WHTI compliant document. Proof of Citizenship examples include: an original or state certified copy of a U.S. birth certificate, original certificate of U.S. naturalization, original certificate of U.S. citizenship, or a U.S. Consular report of your birth abroad. Baptismal paper and hospital certificates of birth are not acceptable. A U.S. citizen under the age of 16 do not require a government-issued photo ID.

Even if your cruise does not involve air travel outside the U.S., should you be required to unexpectedly depart a vessel prior to the end of the sailing, a passport would be required to re-enter the U.S. by air. As such, Norwegian Cruise Line strongly recommends that all guests are in possession of a passport to sail on an NCL cruise. More information regarding passport requirements is available at: www.getyouhome.gov.

Documentation Resources
To obtain an original or state certified copy of a birth certificate, you can contact your hospital of birth or the Vital Statistics Department of the County where you were born.

For more information on obtaining a passport, please visit: http://www.travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html

All facts stated below apply at the time of embarkation.

Infants sailing onboard an NCL vessel must be at least six months of age at time of sailing. However, for voyages that have 3 or more consecutive days at sea, the infant must be at least 12 months old at time of sailing.

A minor is defined as an individual under 18 years of age at the time of embarkation.

A young adult is defined as an individual between the ages of 18 and 20.

Company policy dictates that a passenger under 21 years of age must be accompanied in the same or connecting stateroom by a passenger 21 years of age or older at the time of embarkation.

For passengers under the age of 18 traveling with an accompanying adult, who is not the minor's parent or legal guardian, a PARENT/GUARDIAN CONSENT RELEASE FORM (PDF) that authorizes the minor's travel and further authorizes medical treatment in case of an emergency must be delivered to an NCL representative at the pier during check-in. Failure to produce this letter at embarkation may result in boarding being denied, with no refund of cruise fare provided.

Note: Two people under the age of 21 may travel together in the same stateroom if they are a married couple and provide proof of marriage to an NCL representative at the pier before embarkation.

Alcohol Consumption Policy
Passengers must be 21 years of age or older to purchase or consume alcohol.

With the exception of Alaska and Hawaii itineraries, NCL permits young adults to purchase and personally consume wine and beer only while onboard and with the consent of an accompanying parent. Authorization will be given only when the accompanying parent completes the Young Adult Alcoholic Beverage Waiver form. This form can be obtained and completed at the Guest Services Desk upon embarkation of the vessel. However, passengers 18 years of age or older are permitted to consume alcoholic beverages when sailing on roundtrip European voyages without having to complete the Young Adult Alcoholic Beverage Waiver form.







Norwegian Gem Photo Album

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