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CeremoniesAT SEA

Let P&O Cruises help you celebrate your special occasion in style with our Ceremonies at Sea program.

We offer the following packages:

Wedding ceremoniesRenewal of vows

Commitment ceremonies Immerse yourself in the enjoyment of your day, and let our staff take care of all the little details. There’s none of the usual worries, like getting from the ceremony to the reception. After all, onboard, everything you could

need is on your doorstep.

We know that every couple has different expectations of their big day. Ceremonies at Sea features a selection

of optional extras, which allow you to tailor your celebration to your own specific wishes. Find all the necessary details to help you plan your own special

day on the following pages.

Introducing

CeremoniesAT SEA

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Getting married onboard is a wonderfully unique experience, P&O Cruises makes every guest onboard feel special, and more so when you choose to say “I do” with us.

Your experience begins from the moment you arrive at the wharf, with priority check-in and boarding. Our Ceremonies at Sea coordinator will meet you and be on hand during the ceremony to ensure that you have everything you need.

Your special ceremony will be conducted in an attractive venue onboard, tastefully decorated for the occasion. Once the ceremony documentation has been signed, there will be a celebratory sparkling wine toast, and cutting of the cake will take place. Our photographer will be on hand to capture those special moments.

*For up to eight guests to join you on embarkation.*Minimum wedding size of 16 guests twin-share

CELEBRATION EXPERIENCE

YOUR P&O WEDDING PACKAGE INCLUDES• Priority Check-in*• Attractive Ceremony Venue• Rose bouquet• Buttonholes (2) • Photographer for three hours• Bronze Photography Collection (photos)• Iced Wedding Cake (10”)• Sparkling wine for toast (3 bottles)• Commemorative wedding certificate• Reserved group seating for evening dinner• Light refreshments in bridal room on arrival• Complimentary take home robes (2)• Dinner in Salt grill by Luke Mangan (2)• Spa treatment to the value of AU$170

Cost of package

AU$2500

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GROUP BOOKINGSSo that your friends and family can join you on your special day, we can offer a discounted rate on selected sailings for groups of 16 or more guests attending your celebration and travelling on the cruise.

Please note, our ceremonies typically accommodate up to 30 attendees. For larger groups, please call our Customer Sales and Service team on 13 24 94 (AU) or 0800 780 716 (NZ) to discuss availability. Wedding packages require a minimum of 16 attendees.

Whilst we would love for other friends and family to participate in your big day, guests not cruising are unable to join you onboard.

THE FINER DETAILS

CHOOSING YOUR OWN CELEBRANTAustralian and New Zealand laws require a registered celebrant to perform a wedding ceremony. You can choose your own celebrant to officiate the ceremony. He/she must be registered in either Australia or New Zealand, depending on which port you are marrying in.

Wedding ceremonies are held onboard while the ship is in port on the day of embarkation, allowing your celebrant to disembark prior to sail away.

WEDDING COORDINATOROur Ceremonies at Sea coordinator will be the point of contact for your special occasion. They will assist your party before the ceremony and will be more than happy to answer any queries you may have regarding your special day.

PHOTO SERVICESOne of our photographers will discreetly capture the memories during your special day, and arrange to meet you during your cruise to review the photographs so you can make your final selection. The Bronze Photography collection is included as part of your Ceremonies at Sea package. Other photography packages can be pre-purchased or arranged onboard, see page 7 for more details.

FLOWERS AND CAKEOur Ceremonies at Sea package includes a flower bouquet, in your choice of white or red roses, together with two matching buttonholes. A 10” round cake is included, decorated in white royal icing, with a choice of fillings. Due to current quarantine regulations, any celebration cake or flowers cannot be taken off the ship. Alternative flower and cake arrangements can be made on request, (additional charges may apply).

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ASSORTED SAVOURY BITES SAMPLE MENU

— COLD BITES —• Barbequed chicken tenders with roasted asparagus and cherry tomatoes, olive ciabatta• Blue swimmer crab cheese cake with mustard pickled apricots• Smoked salmon on whole wheat bread, garnished with horseradish and capers*• Tasmanian camembert, kumquat chutney, strawberry chips

— HOT BITES —• Lamb masala and apricot samosa, mint and cucumber raita• Toasted mini roma tomato and goat’s cheese bruschetta• Jumbo scallops and roasted pumpkin mini Danish, arugula and black cheddar pesto• Mini fillet steak in walnut crumbs, peppered mango chutney

BEER, WINE, HOUSE SPIRITS, COCKTAILS

(CHOICE OF 2), SODAS Selected House Wines and Spirits as well as variety of

beers and sodas

ENHANCEMENT PACK - PREMIUM

Upgrade to premium beer, wine and spirits

NON-ALCOHOLIC OPTION

A selection of mocktails, sodas, juices and

bottled water.

*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, fish, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.**Based on a per person rate for a duration of one hour. Canapes are based on one bite of each type per person. Drink packages are available for Cocktail receptions only and not applicable for purchase in the dining room. All prices and selections are subject to change.

AU$18 per person**

AU$29 per adult**

AU$35 per adult**

AU$15 per person**

EXTRATOUCHES

FORyour dayWHETHER YOU ARE CELEBRATING WITH A

SMALL GROUP OR WITH A LARGER GROUP OF FRIENDS AND FAMILY, WE CAN MAKE ALL THE

NECESSARY ARRANGEMENTS FOR YOU.

DRINK AND CANAPÉ RECEPTIONSDrink and canapé receptions may be pre-booked with your travel agent, our Celebrations at Sea team, or simply add this service to the online application form. Please note, drink and canapé receptions are subject to availability.

WINE SELECTIONTo complement your chosen celebration, we offer a range of red, white and sparkling wine, which you can indicate on your initial wedding confirmation letter.

You can also make your choice from our extensive wine list onboard.

Please note, guests may not bring their own alcohol onboard for any ceremonies.

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SALT GRILL BY LUKE MANGANSALT GRILL BY LUKE MANGAN

— ENTRÉE —• Kingfish sashimi* with ginger, eschallot and

Persian feta• Pan-fried potato gnocchi with seasonal vegetables

and parmesan (V)• Arancini of wild mushroom and leek with taleggio

and green goddess dressing (V)• Roasted beetroot with white anchovy and buffalo

mozzarella panzanella

— SALAD —• Salt salad of seasonal vegetables and

poached hen’s egg (V)

— MAINS —Served with a variety of sides

• 200g Fillet steak, pasture-fed, with a choice of mustard, horseradish, bbq, béarnaise, or Madeira jus

• BBQ baby chicken, free range and corn-fed, Cajun and herb spiced

• Grilled Petuna ocean trout*, with teriyaki wok-fried vegetables and coconut sambal

• Vegetable cous cous with spicy lentil fritters and warm carrot raisin smoothie (V)

— DESSERTS —• Luke’s liquorice parfait with lime syrup and tuile• Floating island with fresh berries and fruit and

Frangelico sauce• Gooey chocolate tart with banana, caramel ice

cream and honeycombAU$59 per person

(V) Vegetarian selection. All prices and selections are subject to change.*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, fish, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.**This price includes a cover charge for your guests, up to a maximum of 60. This option is not available on cruises of 6 nights or less.

When you hold your wedding onboard, you have the opportunity to enjoy an exclusive fine dining experience in a signature restaurant. Internationally acclaimed celebrity chef, Luke Mangan takes his culinary magic to sea to delight guests with mouth-watering creations for your celebration dinner. Please note, this option is not available with renewal of vows or commitment ceremony packages.

Exclusive HirePre-reserve the entire

Salt grill restaurant for your celebration dinner. Our menu will be prepared for you and

your selected guests.

AU$3000**

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*All prices and packages are subject to change.

PHOTO PACKAGES

A team of professional onboard photographers offer an array of exciting and innovative products and services, including beautifully created albums and prints for your home. Packages can be selected on the application form.

Add onsExtra hour (shooting and/or editing) $125

Extra print 6x8 edited $19.99

Extra print 8x10 edited $29.99

Additional products such as canvases, frames, albums etc. can be purchased onboard.

$399

Bronze(included in wedding package)

2 hrs Ceremony

1 hr Reception Basic

30 min viewing with your photographer

Choice of 16 photos to be edited and printed

(8 prints 6x8 and 8 prints 8x10)

$699

Silver

2 hrs Ceremony


1 hr photo tour around the ship




A 20x24 canvas print (shipping not

included)

$999

Gold

2 hrs Ceremony







included)

Chosen 30 edited images on CD-R/

Memory Stick

$1,299

Platinum

2 hrs Ceremony







included)

All unedited images and chosen 40 edited

images on CD-R/Memory Stick

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SYDNEY, AND AUCKLAND DEPARTURES

10.45am Couple and guests arrive at wharf

11.00am Begin priority cruise check-in

11.15am Ceremonies at Sea coordinator to meet wedding party

11.30am Ceremonies at Sea coordinator escorts wedding party onboard and shows the bride to her room

12.15pm Celebrant arrives at wharf and is escorted to the ceremony venue

12.45pm Groom and wedding guests meet in reception and are escorted to the ceremony venue

1.00pm Ceremonies at Sea coordinator escorts bride to ceremony venue

1.15pm Ceremony begins

1.45pm Celebration toast and cake cutting

2.00pm Party to commence photo session and celebrant disembarks

3.00pm Wedding party return to their rooms to collect life jackets for guest drill̂

4.30pm (onwards)

Celebrations continue at your leisure

BRISBANE DEPARTURES9.30am Couple and guests arrive at wharf

9.45am Begin priority cruise check-in

10.15am Ceremonies at Sea coordinator meets wedding party

10.30am Ceremonies at Sea coordinator escorts wedding party onboard and shows the bride to her room

11.15am Celebrant arrives at wharf and is escorted to the ceremony venue

11.45am Groom and wedding guests meet in reception and are escorted to the ceremony venue

12.00pm Ceremonies at Sea coordinator escorts bride to ceremony venue

12.15pm Ceremony begins

12.45pm Celebration toast and cake cutting

1.00pm Wedding party return to their rooms to collect life jackets for guest drill̂ and celebrant disembarks

3.00pm Party to commence photo session

3.45pm (onwards)

Celebrations continue at your leisure

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WEDDINGceremony

Due to our strict schedules, it is advisable that you make your own arrangements for hair, make-up or other beauty treatments prior to your arrival at the wharf on the day of your ceremony. This will leave you enough time to get dressed and add any final touches once you settle into your room.

On the evening of your ceremony, you may choose to have reserved seating in our main dining room. For those selecting from our ‘Extra Touches’ range, such as a reception or dinner in a specialty restaurant onboard, timings can be accommodated to suit your needs. Speak to our Ceremonies at Sea team or your travel agent for more information.

SAMPLE OF CEREMONY SCHEDULE

Please note: all times are approximate and events maybe delayed or postponed, please refer to our terms and conditions for further details.^Due to maritime regulations, attendance at the guest drill is mandatory.

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Commemorate this loving occasion with a ceremony performed by the ship’s Captain or Senior Officer. Choose to celebrate your special day as a couple, or together with your friends and family.

Your ceremony will be conducted in an attractive venue onboard, usually on the second sea day of your cruise, and will be approximately 30 minutes in length. Arrangements for the time and location of your ceremony will be coordinated by the ship’s host and will be confirmed once you are onboard.

We have a selection of vows for your ceremony, please ask our Ceremonies at Sea coordinator for more details.Please note, renewal of vows and commitment ceremonies are symbolic in nature and are not legally binding.

-Say-

I DOagain

RENEW YOUR VOWS OR SIMPLY DECLARE YOUR COMMITMENT TO

EACH OTHER WITH ONE OF OUR CEREMONIES AT SEA PACKAGES.

RENEWAL OF VOWS OR COMMITMENT PACKAGE• Attractive Ceremony Venue• Ceremony conducted by the ship’s Captain

or Senior Officer• Rose bouquet• Buttonhole (1)• Photographer for 30mins• 8 x 10 photograph (1)• Sparkling wine for toast (1 bottle)• Commemorative Certificate• Light refreshments (in room)• Dinner in Salt grill by Luke Mangan (2)• Spa Treatment to the value of AUD170• Complimentary take home robes (2)

Cost of package

AU$550

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CEREMONIES AT SEA

Which P&O Cruises ships offer Ceremonies at Sea?Ceremonies are available onboard all our ships.

Does the wedding take place in port or while the ship is sailing?All wedding ceremonies will take place while the ship is in port on the day of embarkation. The ship must be in port while a wedding ceremony takes place.

Can a civil union be held onboard?For legal reasons, we can only offer civil union ceremonies out of Auckland. As with weddings, civil unions can only be performed by a celebrant while the ship is in port. For more information, contact our Telephone Sales & Service team or your travel agent.

Can I get married at a port of call during my cruise?We currently offer wedding ceremonies in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Cairns, Newcastle and Auckland on embarkation day. Wedding ceremonies in other ports of call are not available.

Can I hold a commitment ceremony or renew our vows onboard?Yes, P&O Cruises offers commitment and renewal of vows ceremonies during cruises 7 nights or more. These ceremonies are conducted while the ship is at sea.

Can I get married while the ship is at sea?For legal reasons, we do not offer wedding ceremonies while the ship is at sea. You can however, enjoy a commitment ceremony or renew your vows.

How much notice do I need to give you if I want to book a ceremony?It is best to book as early as you can to avoid missing out on your selected date, as we offer one Wedding and Civil Union ceremony per cruise. All ceremonies including weddings, Civil Unions, Renewal of Vows and Commitment Ceremonies must be booked at least 45 days prior to departure.Please note, reservations for your guests will be subject to general room availability at the time of booking.

BEFORE THE BIG DAY

Do I need to cruise to have a ceremony onboard?Yes. This is a great opportunity for you to organise your special day at the same time as securing your honeymoon, or just a break – this is how to holiday!

Does everyone need to be sailing to attend the ceremony?Yes. All guests who attend the ceremony must be sailing on the same cruise (except the registered celebrant for weddings or civil unions).

How many guests can attend our ceremony?Ceremony venues typically cater for up to 30 attendees. For larger groups, please call our Customer Sales and Service team or your travel agent to discuss availability. If you are planning a wedding or civil union, a minimum of 16 (twin share) guests are required to sail. For other ceremonies, there is no minimum number required.

Who performs the ceremony for a wedding or civil union?We ask that couples select their own registered celebrant to perform the ceremony onboard. In Australian ports, an Australian registered celebrant is required. In Auckland, a New Zealand registered celebrant is required. Registered celebrants are listed on the following websites www.ag.gov.au (AU) or www.bdm.govt.nz (NZ).

How long should I book the celebrant for?To allow for any unforeseen delays, it is essential that you book your registered celebrant from 11am to 7pm on the day of your ceremony.

Frequently asked questions

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When do we supply you with our celebrant’s details?Due to security regulations, you will be required to supply your celebrant’s details, including full name, driver’s license/passport number, expiry date, date of birth and nationality, at least 30 days prior to your cruise departure. Your celebrant must bring along the chosen form of photo identification to the wharf on embarkation.

Who performs a commitment or renewal of vows ceremony?The ship’s Captain will perform commitment and renewal of vows ceremonies. Should the Captain be unavailable, another Senior Officer will perform the ceremony.

How do I organise a marriage or civil union licence?For information on obtaining a licence speak, with your registered celebrant or go to www.ag.gov.au (AU) or www.bdm.govt.nz (NZ).

Will I need to bring my own witnesses?You must ensure that two of your attendees act as witnesses. For specific requirements, speak with your registered celebrant or see www.ag.gov.au (AU) or www.bdm.govt.nz (NZ).

Can I bring my own cake and flowers?Flowers are included in all our packages. Should you require additional flowers for your attendants, you are free to carry these onboard with you. A 10” round cake is included in the wedding package. Check with our Ceremonies at Sea team for the types of fillings available.

Please note, due to quarantine regulations, you will be unable to remove any food or flowers from the ship after your cruise.

I would like to hold a reception after the wedding ceremony, is this possible?Of course! We have a range of drinks and canapé reception packages to choose from as outlined in the Extra touches for your day section. Charges apply.

Will our guests be seated together for dinner on the evening of our wedding ceremony?Your party will be provided with a dinner reservation to ensure your guests are seated together. Our Ceremonies at Sea team or your travel agent will let you know the reservation time prior to sailing.

Can I use my own vows for the ceremony onboard?For a wedding or civil union, your celebrant will create an order of service, including vows, with you. Please note, ceremonies should not exceed 30 minutes duration.

For other ceremonies, we provide the order of service and offer a selection of vows, please ask our Ceremonies at Sea team at the time of booking.

Can I have my own music for the ceremony?Yes, you will be able to bring your own ceremony music onboard with you. Our Ceremonies at Sea team will be able to confirm which format you will need to bring, together with your playlist.

Can I book an exclusive dinner reception for my wedding?Yes (on cruises of 7 nights or more). We have alternate dining venues that can be booked exclusively for your wedding party with a premium menu. Charges apply.

Where are the ceremonies usually held?A suitable indoor venue onboard will be selected based on the number of guests and the ship you are sailing on.

Can I bring my own decorations for the ceremony venue?Unfortunately, you are unable to bring your own decorations. Our onboard staff will have the venue decorated especially for your ceremony. If you have specific requests, please let us know and we will attempt to accomodate.

What if the ship is delayed into port, will my wedding/civil union ceremony go ahead?In the event that the ship is delayed or cannot safely dock into port, we will make every effort to reschedule the ceremony to a later time on the day of sailing. If the ceremony cannot be performed on the specified date, the couple will have the option of:

1. A symbolic ceremony during the cruise and a 50% refund of your Ceremonies at Sea package price

or

2. A full refund of your Ceremonies at Sea package price

Please note, your cruise fare is subject to our ‘Cancellation and Refunds’ policy outlined in our cruise brochure under ‘Terms and Conditions’. You can obtain a copy of our latest cruise brochure through your local travel agent, by visiting pocruises.com.au (AU) or pocruises.co.nz (NZ) or contacting our Customer Sales and Service team.

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BOOKING YOUR SPECIAL DAY

How do I book my ceremony?The best way to get started is to review the Ceremonies at Sea and P&O Cruises brochure, and decide on your cruise itinerary and sailing date. Next, contact your travel agent or our Customer Sales and Service team to check cruise and celebration availability, together with prices for the chosen sailing date. Once you are happy with your selection and the celebration date is available, we will reserve both your ceremony date and cruise holiday. Next, visit pocruises.com.au (AU) or pocruises.co.nz (NZ) and complete our Ceremonies at Sea application form.

When do I pay for the ceremony?Once the ceremonies at sea team have confirmed the ceremony, full payment for the package will be required within 3 days. If payment is not received within this time frame, our system will automatically cancel your booking and the date will be available for others to book.

How do I pay for my ceremony?Please refer to the Booking your celebration section for details on how to pay.

When is the ceremony officially booked?Your ceremony will be reserved as soon as you have completed the Ceremonies at Sea application form and full payment for your chosen package is received.

How do I book my family and friends?After your ceremony and cruise has been confirmed, a group code number and confirmation will be sent to you via email. Please use this code when speaking to our Customer Sales and Service team or your travel agent to book rooms for your family and friends.

What happens if I need to reschedule my ceremony?We understand that sometimes plans can change. Should you need to alter the cruise on which you plan to have your ceremony, please refer to the Terms and conditions included in this brochure.

When should we arrive at the departure port?The bridal party should arrive at Brisbane wharf at 9.30am and 10.45am for Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, Cairns, Fremantle or Auckland wharves. For those needing to travel by air, arrive the day prior to the cruise departure to allow for a stress-free morning of preparation on the day. Our Ceremonies at Sea team will confirm timings with you 30 days prior to sailing.

What happens if I have to cancel my ceremony?If you decide to cancel your ceremony 181 days or more prior to the departure date, we can offer you a 50% refund of your Ceremonies at Sea package, or a free transfer to an alternative ceremony date (subject to ceremony and cruise availability). We cannot offer any refunds or transfers if you decide to cancel less than 180 days prior to the departure date. Please refer to the Terms and conditions section for more details.

WHILE ONBOARD

Where is the wedding venue onboard?Our Ceremonies at Sea coordinator will meet your group on embarkation and run through the day’s event, including venue location and timing. The coordinator will personally escort the bride to the venue.

I am having a wedding onboard, what do I do with my luggage? We recommend that you pack any items that you require for your wedding ceremony in your carry-on luggage. Other suitcases can be checked in prior to boarding and will be delivered to your room during the evening. Please note, it will be the couple’s responsibility to handle and care for all carry-on luggage, such as dresses, suits etc.

Will we have time to get changed and get ready for our wedding?Due to our strict schedules, it is advisable that you make your own arrangements for hair, make-up or other beauty treatments prior to your arrival at the wharf on the day of your ceremony. This will leave you enough time to get dressed and add any final touches once you settle into your room. Please refer to the Sample of wedding ceremony schedule section for more details.

Are there any celebration items that cannot be brought onboard for my ceremony?Items such as alcohol, rice, confetti, petals and candles will not be allowed onboard for any ceremony. For any other items you wish to bring, please contact our Ceremonies at Sea team for more information.

What if I have questions regarding the ceremony while onboard?Our Ceremonies at Sea coordinator will be the point of contact for your special occasion. They will make themselves known at embarkation or shortly after and will be more than happy to answer any queries you may have regarding your special day.

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INTRODUCTIONThese are the terms and conditions under which you book your Ceremonies at Sea package on any P&O Cruises’ ship. You are bound by these ‘Terms and conditions’, so it is important that you read them carefully. These terms and conditions should be read in conjunction with our cruise ‘Terms & Conditions’, which can be found online at pocruises.com.au (AU), pocruises.co.nz (NZ), or in the current P&O Cruises brochure.

P&O Cruises/We/Our/Us means Carnival plc. You are entering into this contract with Carnival plc trading as P&O Cruises, ARBN 107 998 443.

Certain laws such as the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) and any applicable state based consumer legislation (from here known as ‘consumer laws’), are in place for your protection. These ‘Terms and conditions’ do not alter any protection given to you by consumer laws.

All prices are in Australian dollars, inclusive of GST (where applicable) and correct at the time of publication.

YOUR PACKAGECeremonies at Sea packages have been created to include all the essential features for your special day. Please note, your package does not include your cruise fare or any optional extras. You are welcome to add your own personal touch by selecting from the Extra touches for your day section, however, we are unable to alter or substitute any items in the standard package.

YOUR AGREEMENT WITH USWhen you complete and return your Ceremonies at Sea application form, you accept our ‘Terms and conditions’ on behalf of the couple. Once we have received full payment for your package, an agreement on these ‘Terms and conditions’ becomes effective between the couple and Carnival plc.

BOOKING AND PAYMENTOnce you have chosen your ceremony package, you will need to contact our ceremonies at sea team to book in your package. Full payment will be required within 3 days of our ceremonies at sea team confirming the package with you. If the payment is not received within this time. our system will automatically cancel both your ceremony package and your cruise booking.

CHANGING OR CANCELLING YOUR PACKAGEWe understand that sometimes plans can change. Should you need to alter the cruise on which you plan to have your ceremony or cancel your package, the following policy will apply:

Days prior to departure

Our policy

181 days or more

One free transfer to an alternate sailing, subject to availability, or;

50% refund of your package if cancelled

180 days or less No changes or refund of your package

Once you have used your ‘one free change’, no other changes or refunds are permitted.

Please note, your cruise fare is subject to our ‘Cancellation and Refunds’ policy outlined in the current P&O Cruises brochure under ‘Terms & Conditions’. You can obtain a copy of our latest cruise brochure by visiting pocruises.com.au (AU), pocruises.co.nz (NZ), contacting our Telephone Sales and Service team or your local travel agent.

Terms and conditions

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GUESTS ACCESSTo attend the ceremony, all guests must be sailing on the same cruise. Visitor passes are not available.

CEREMONY CAPACITYAll our ceremonies typically accommodate up to 30 attendees. For larger groups, please call our Ceremonies at Sea team to discuss availability. Wedding or civil union packages require a minimum of 16 attendees.

OTHER SERVICE PROVIDERSParts of your package, such as floral arrangements and cakes, are supplied by other service providers. The service providers are solely responsible for the product or service offered and their conditions will apply. Should a service provider be unable to fulfil their responsibility, we will assist in addressing any concerns you may have.

Any arrangements made by or for you are your responsibility and entirely at your own risk.

UNFORESEEN CHANGES TO YOUR CEREMONYWe will do everything we reasonably can to make sure your celebration goes according to plan. However, sometimes changes happen that may affect your Ceremonies at Sea experience. This could include weather, mechanical difficulties, civil unrest or any other unforeseen circumstances.

All ceremony times are approximate and may be delayed or postponed. In addition, the location of the ceremony may be substituted, due to unforeseen events. If a wedding or civil union ceremony cannot be performed on the specified date, the couple will have the option of:

1. A symbolic ceremony during the cruise and a 50% refund of your package priceor

2. A full refund of your package price.

If we are required to cancel the cruise for any reason, all packages will be refunded in full.

We will notify you of any changes that will impact your ceremony as soon as we can. Please ensure you are familiar with our cruise Terms and Conditions.

LEGAL MATTERS FOR WEDDINGS AND CIVIL UNION CEREMONIESWeddings and civil unions will be conducted in accordance with Australian law in Australian ports and New Zealand law in New Zealand ports. For legal reasons, civil unions can only be conducted in New Zealand. Renewal of vows and commitment ceremonies are not recognised by law.

It is your responsibility, in conjunction with your registered celebrant, to determine whether you are legally free to enter into a marriage or civil union and to ensure that your ceremony is conducted in accordance with the relevant laws. You should seek independent legal advice about the recognition of your marriage or civil union in other countries as laws vary.

P&O Cruises does not accept liability for invalid marriages or civil unions as a result of the parties’ failure to comply with relevant laws of their country of domicile.

While all information in this brochure is correct at the time of publication, some details may change. Photos shown in this brochure are representative only.

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Once you’ve selected your Ceremonies at Sea package and cruise holiday, simply contact your local travel agent or our Ceremonies at Sea team on 13 24 94 (AU) or 0800 780 716 (NZ) during the following business hours (Sydney time):

Monday to Friday 7am - 9pm, Saturday 8am - 6pm

When you’re ready to book, please make sure you have the following information on hand:

1. CRUISE DETAILSWhen making a booking we ask for the ship name, cruise number and departure date. These are shown in the price panel on the itinerary pages of the P&O Cruises brochure. Please remember that wedding ceremonies can only be held onboard while the ship is in port on the day of embarkation (allowing your chosen celebrant to embark and disembark prior to sail away).

2. ROOM DETAILSWe need to know your chosen room category and how many guests will be occupying the room. For further details please view the deck plans at pocruises.com.au (AU) or pocruises.co.nz (NZ) or in the current P&O Cruises brochure.

3. GUEST DETAILS We require the full name including title, first name, middle name, surname and gender for each guest as it appears on their passport. Details from other government issued photo identification can be provided for guests travelling on any cruise that does not visit a foreign port — eg: Driver’s Licence.

4. DATE OF BIRTHA date of birth for each guest is required at the time of booking.

5. ADDRESS AND CONTACT DETAILSWe require the full mailing address and contact telephone number for each guest at the time of booking. To receive timely information regarding your cruise, we will also ask for an email address.

6. MEDICAL, DIETARY AND MOBILITY REQUIREMENTSPlease advise at the time of booking if you have any condition that requires medical attention, medication or special treatment, including pregnancy. If you are not fully mobile and use mobility aids (whether permanently or periodically), please let us know at the time of booking. Guests who need assistance should always be accompanied by a carer to help with day to day activities as our crew and medical staff are unable to act as personal carers.

7. GROUP DETAILSPlease provide the number of guests attending the ceremony. Wedding packages require a minimum of 16 guests travelling with you. Our ceremonies typically accommodate up to 30 attendees. For larger groups, please consult our Telephone Sales and Service team or your travel agent to discuss availability and group discount rates.

8. TERMS AND CONDITIONSPlease ensure you read our ‘Terms and Conditions’ in the current P&O Cruises brochure or at pocruises.com.au (AU) or pocruises.co.nz (NZ). When you make payment for your Ceremonies at Sea package, you accept our terms and conditions on behalf of the couple.

FINALISING YOUR BOOKINGOnce your cruise booking is in place, please contact our ceremonies at sea team to confirm your wedding ceremony. The wedding package cost and the cruise deposit will need to be paid in full within 3 days of confirmation of the ceremony. We offer the following payment option:

• Credit/Debit card (payments incur an additional 1% service fee) – we accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Diners

• travel agents may offer different payment options.

Once payment has been processed, you will receive an initial confirmation letter, outlining the details for your ceremony, as well as the option to select any additional extra touches.

To help us manage your special day, all attending guests are encouraged to book through the same channel as the bride and groom .i.e. either through a travel agent or through P&O Cruises directly.

Booking your celebration

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