tui 2012 brochure
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Malta to Malta Summer 2012
East & West Med Cruises
Mein Schiff 1
The Premium All Inclusive Ship
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Index
Photo courtesy of Chris Farrugia - www.chrisphotography.eu2
Foreword 3
Restaurants & Bistros 4-5
Bars & Lounges 6-7
Families 8
Entertainment 9
Wellness & Spa 10
Sports & Health 11
East Med 12-13
West Med 14-15
Sightseeing 16 -17
Ship plan 18-19
Deckplan 20-21
Terms & Conditions 22-23
Ultra All Inclusive – A year afterLast year we introduced the Ultra All Inclusive basis to the Maltese market,
and explained what it covers and its advantages. After a very successful year, we can confidently say that most of you have already experienced it personally, or
you know people who did. It is, as all would agree, fantastic.
There is so much included that the only expenses remaining are trivial.Having most of the drinks in all the bars included, especially in summer when the
heat is so intense, is a real bonus. Add to that free ice creams, cocktails and alcoholic drinks, all sight seeing tours and even tips, and it becomes an
astonishing value for money package. On the Mein Schiff 1 the food is served 24 hours a day, and it is free in most of the restaurants. The food is always exquisite and of the best quality. It is quite normal that at the end of the cruise, the bill for a whole family will be zero, so once you pay the local travel agent you know
exactly how much the holiday is going to cost you in total.
As regards the quality of the service on board, the Mein Schiff 1 offers high class meticulous service, with an emphasis on the well-being and relaxation of all the
passengers. Entrance to sauna and use of gym and pool are included in the price, as are the use of hammocks and deck chairs in the open decks.
So now, after the astounding success of 2011, we are proud to offer you for the second consecutive year the opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable experience
of luxury and well-being on board the magnificent Mein Schiff 1.
Index
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This logo means that port taxes, tips, basic travel insurance, almost all drinks, sight seeing, use of sauna and gym are included in the price.
The Restaurants & Bistros
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There is an endless choice of different cuisine in the 10 restaurants & bistros and every visit promises to be another culinary highlight.On Mein Schiff 1 there are no set meal timings and guests can eat in the restaurant of their choice with whom they want at any time. Be it freshly prepared pasta with the ingredients of your choice at the La Vela Bistro, fish platter at the Gosch Sylt fish restaurant, the marvellous choice at the buffet restaurant, an after-noon tea at the Nasch Bar, a late steak at the 24 hours open Cliff Grill or a vegetarian meal at the Atlantik restaurant - the choice is yours !
The Restaurants & BistrosIncluded in the price Atlantik - main restaurant Anckelmannsplatz - buffet restaurantCliff 24 Grill - snack bar open 24 hoursGosch Sylt* - seafood restaurantLa Vela - Italian Style restaurantTapas y Mas* - light snacks *some items are at a cost, marked in the menu
Restaurants with an extra charge Blaue Welt Bar - Sushi barSurf & Turf - Steakhouse Richards Feines Essen - gourmet cuisine
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You can relax in 11 different bars and lounges. Take a seat in the outdoor bar, enjoy your cocktail and marvel at the romantic sunset. Maybe you would like to meet some of your friends for a cappuccino at the Nasch Bar and in the evenings you can dance the night away at the disco while enjoying your favourite long drink. On Mein Schiff 1 most of the drinks are included. This will ensure you have great night outs.
Bars & Lounges
Tui Bar Blaue Welt BarSpielplatz Casino & LoungeHimmel & Meer LoungeX - Lounge
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Abtanz Bar Unverzicht BarUberschau Bar Nasch Bar Aussicht Bar Vinos Vinothek
Bars & Lounges
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The children want to play while you would just like to relax by the pool. No problem. At the Kids Club the children can enjoy themselves in various exciting activities, under the supervision of trained staff. Fun filled games for children of all ages.
TUI Cruises Mein Schiff 1 offers the following child facilities: Children’s Island with outdoor area and paddling pool for the small children. Supervision by professional child minders (German speaking) For the 3 to 6 year old special children’s meals Special seating area for children in the buffet restaurant Anckelmannsplatz. Children’s chairs in the restaurants. The language at the Kids Club is German.
Families
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Entertainment
After a delicious dinner, sit down at the theatre and enjoy a spectacular show – first class musical per-formances, worthy of the most popular shows in the best European theatres. Acrobats, cabaret shows and dance spectacles, all visually stunning and guaranteed to grip your atten-tion. An evening to remember. *
Try your luck at the Casino or check out the vast choice of merchandise in the shops on board. After that you can enjoy a drink or two in one of the trendy bars and lounges, and spend the rest of the evening at the discotheque. Head to the cabin after a memorable night out. And what is good about it is that the next evenings you can repeat this fantastic experience again and again.
* all announcements during the shows are in German only, and certain acts are suitable only for guests who understand German
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1700sq/m Wellness and spa areaThe largest Finnish sauna at sea, with a beautiful panoramic view Sole SolariumHerbal Aromatic SaunaHamam: Oriental Steam Bath*Alpha Sphere Chairs for deep relaxation*Private spa suites*Rasul mud bath*Massages*Cosmetic & Beauty treatments*Hair Salon
Wellness & Spa
*Available at an extra charge **Spa area is strictly nudist (use of towels allowed)
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Wellness & Spa
Sports & Health
Large gym area with the latest body building and cardio equipment.Jogging TrackBasketball courtGolf Driving RangeSwimming poolsHot tubsHealthy Food Corner*Personal trainer*Medical check-ups
*Available at an extra charge**Children under 16 years are not allowed in the spa area and in the gym
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East Med
Balcony Cabin
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Inside C Inside B Inside ATwin Twin Triple Quad Twin Triple Quad
Inside Cabin
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1049
1129
1199
1279
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01-Jun
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EBD = EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT VALID UNTIL 15 DECEMBER 2011children(2-14 years): Euro 189 which includes all taxes, tips, excursionsinfants (6-23 month): Euro 129 which includes all taxes, tips, excursionssupplement for family veranda on top of the balcony price (max 5 pax): 04 may-22 June: Euro 200 per adult supplement for family veranda on top of the balcony price (max 5 pax): 07 Sep only: Euro 400 per adult (July & August Not Available)single supplement on the twin rate of the applicable category: 70 %
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East Med
Rome
FlorenceNice
Corsica
CataniaTaormina
Heraklion Aghios Nikolaos
KusadasiEphesus
PirausAthens
Itinerary
The Cruise Package Includes:7 nights accommodation in the cabin of your choice Meals in almost all restaurantsDrinks according to the all inclusive bar menuSightseeing Free entrance into the spa areaAll tips and service chargesAll port taxes English speaking Representative
Important NoticeThe official language onboard Tui Cruises Mein Schiff 1 is German as the vast majority of guests onboard will be German nationals. All entertainment and announcements will be in German and there will be no official translation into English. Our English speaking representative onboard will be there to assist you. Menus are available in English on demand, almost all the crew who originate from over 50 countries onboard speak English, your daily programme as well as the safety drill will be in English, and our shore sightseeing will be accompanied by our representative.
NRM NRM NRM NRM NRM NRM NRMNRM NRM NRM
Outside C (fully Obstructed)
Twin Triple Quad
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BalconyTwin Triple
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1479
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1629
1699
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1069
1119
1199
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18-May
01-Jun
15-Jun
29-Jun
13-Jul
27-Jul
10-Aug
24-Aug
07-Sep
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Day Port Arrival Departure
Friday Valletta 2200
Saturday day at sea
Sunday Piraeus 700 1900
Monday Kusadasi 800 1800
Tuesday Heraklion 700 1900
Wednesday day at sea
Thursday Catania 700 1900
Friday Valletta 500
West Med
Inside Cabin
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Inside Cabin
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1089
1159
1199
1349
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25-May
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22-Jun
06-Jul
20-Jul
03-Aug
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31-Aug
14-Sep*
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1219
1289
1329
1479
1479
1479
1379
1329
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1189
1259
1299
1449
1449
1449
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EBD = EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT VALID UNTIL 15 DECEMBER 2011children(2-14 years): Euro 189 which includes all taxes, tips, excursionsinfants (6-23 month): Euro 129 which includes all taxes, tips, excursionssupplement for family veranda on top of the balcony price (max 5 pax): 04 may-22 June: Euro 200 per adult supplement for family veranda on top of the balcony price (max 5 pax): 14 Sep only: Euro 300 per adult (July & August Not Available)single supplement on the twin rate of the applicable category: 70 %
f u l l y b ooked
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Nespresso in all cabins
West Med
Rome
FlorenceNice
Corsica
CataniaTaormina
Heraklion Aghios Nikolaos
KusadasiEphesus
PirausAthens
Itinerary
The Cruise Package Includes:7 nights accommodation in the cabin of your choice Meals in almost all restaurantsDrinks according to the all inclusive bar menuSightseeing Free entrance into the spa areaAll tips and service chargesAll port taxes English speaking Representative
NRM NRM NRM NRM NRM NRM NRMNRM NRM NRM
Twin Triple Quad
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Outside Cabin Balcony Cabin
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1309
1379
1419
1569
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25-May
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22-Jun
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20-Jul
03-Aug
17-Aug
31-Aug
14-Sep*
fu l l y booked fu l l y booked
15* this cruise finishes in Mallorca on the 21 September (flight Mallorca to Malta is included in the price)
Important NoticeThe official language onboard Tui Cruises Mein Schiff 1 is German as the vast majority of guests onboard will be German nationals. All entertainment and announcements will be in German and there will be no official translation into English. Our English speaking representative onboard will be there to assist you. Menus are available in English on demand, almost all the crew who originate from over 50 countries onboard speak English, your daily programme as well as the safety drill will be in English, and our shore sightseeing will be accompanied by our representative.
Day Port Arrival Departure
Friday Valletta 2200
Saturday day at sea
Sunday Civitavecchia 700 1900
Monday Livorno 700 1900
Tuesday Monaco 800 2300
Wednesday Ajaccio 900 1900
Thursday day at sea
Friday Valletta* 500
*except the last departure
Nespresso in all cabins
Ship on anchor
Outside C (fully Obstructed)
THE GREEK CAPITAL: ATHENS Approximate duration: 7 hours Stress level 4Piraeus (Athens): Departure from Piraeus harbour to reach Athens after approximately 45 minutes drive. Upon arrival we shall stop at the landmark of this ancient city, one of the wonders of the ancient world, The Acropolis. Join the guide for a visit of this extraor-dinary archaeological masterpiece (entrance fee extra ca. Euro 12). After a panoramic tour by bus showing you the major sights of Athens such as the Syntagma Square, the law courts and many other buildings we shall stop near the Greek parliament where we witness the changing of guards at noon. We then proceed to the Plaka district, a most vividly colourful neighbourhood in the old town of Athens. This area is home to clothing boutiques, souvenir shops, speciality stores and numerous taverns and restaurants. Some free time for souvenir shopping will be allowed. On our way back to Piraeus we have a photo stop at the old Olympic stadium.
BIBLICAL EPHESUS Approximate duration: 4 hours. Stress level: 5Driving from the pier through the Turkish countryside along a hilly drive, you arrive at the House of Virgin Mary (entrance fee not included – approx. Euro7 per person) where the Blessed Virgin is reputed to have spent the last years of her life. The site was made famous by the travels of Pope Paul VI and Pope John Paul II. From there, a short drive will take you to the ancient city of Ephesus that was built on a small hill, (entrance fee not included – approx. Euro10 per person). The guided walking tour will take you through one of the most magnificent excavations in the world. See the Odeon, the Fountain of Trajan, the steam baths of Scholastika, the temple of Hadrian and the impressive library of Celsius. The Grand Theatre, where St. Paul preached, is one of the largest theatres in antiquity with a capacity of 24,000 seats. Return to the buses through the Arcadian way, where Mark Anthony and Cleopatra once rode in procession, and return to the ship for lunch. (Note: Guests must be able to walk approximately 2 km over uneven and cobblestone surfaces).
KUSADASI – ORIENTAL SHOPPING Stress level: 3In the afternoon join your Maltese representative for a walk through Kusadasi which is to-day one of the top Turkish holiday destinations offering an excellent environment for holi-days. Beyond the modern tourist amenities, Kusadasi is reknown for its very characteristic old town which hosts a large oriental-Turkish bazaar – a real-treasure trove of souvenirs, antiquities, hand-made carpets and other artifacts, and of course spices which are so synonymous with the old Ottoman Empire culture. The ship departs from Kusadasi at 11pm so you can shop until the late hours, as shops remain open well after sunset, or you can try Turkish cuisine at its best in one of the many typical restaurants lining the promenade.
THE ISLAND OF CRETEApproximate duration 4.5 hours stress level 2After boarding the bus we will drive to the east of Crete, one of the largest Greek islands. On our way to Aghios Nikolaos we drive through the spectacular ravine of Saint George. We drive down the hill protecting this picturesque town and this gives us the opportunity to admire the beautiful view over the Mirabello Bay and the Dicti Mountain. On arrival we have a panoramic sightseeing tour of Aghios Nikolaos, which not long ago was a small village but which now has grown into a large tourist resort. We shall see the busy harbour and the spectacular lake, of which the depth is unknown and which is in the centre of the town. Have a stroll through the narrow lanes near the harbour or perhaps sit and relax over a coffee around the colourful lake. We continue to Elounda driving on the elevated road high above Mirabello Bay and the crystal clear blue sea. At the charming fishing village of Elounda (famous from the TV-serial “Who pays the ferryman?’), you will have some free time for souvenir shopping, for a walk near the harbour and enjoy the view over Spinalonga island, a former leper colony. We return to the ship for lunch on board. HERAKLIONIn the afternoon you can join the tourleader for a walk from the port of Heraklion to the city centre to do some souvenir shopping. Return to the ship on your own. CATANIA Approximate duration: 3.5 hours. Stress level: 4In the morning disembark and join your Maltese representative for a walk (about 20 minutes) to Catania centre to reach the lower part of Via Etnea. You shall be given some helpful tips to make your morning in Catania an enjoyable experience. You may visit the market for some good bargains or try one of the department stores. Alternatively continue the walk along the city’s major highlights – the Duomo, Piazza Elefante, Villa Bellini. Return to the ship in time to have a quick lunch onboard.
TAORMINAApproximate duration: 4 hours. Stress level: 2In the afternoon board your bus to drive along the eastern coast of Sicily passing through spectacular scenery, with the coast on the right and Mount Etna on the left until reach-ing the Taormina bus terminal. Visit the enchanting town with its medieval character and its many souvenir shop-lined streets and trattorias. Its natural drama is enhanced by the bold backdrop of Mt. Etna. Your walk takes you down narrow lanes, passing the Palazzo Corvaia. Afterwards we shall have time to wander along Corso Umberto, and if you wish even visit the town’s famous ancient theatre (entrance fee extra). Return to ship by bus.
Notes: •Land visits include the assistance of an English speaking representative and road transportation (only where specifically indicated), and never include entrance fees or food. •During summer months expect extreme heat, crowded venues and long queues. We recommend that you dress light clothes (and appropriate clothes if visiting places of worship), wear comfortable shoes, a hat, sun-glasses and bring bottled water. •Stress levels ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 being the least stressful excursion and 5 the most stressful one.•Duration of sightseeing is approximate and includes the bus travelling time.•It is important to always be punctual and follow the instructions of the English speaking representative – buses cannot wait and late passengers have to make their own way to the ship.
Sightseeing - Greece, Turkey & Italy
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ROME Approximate duration: 8.5 hours. Stress level: 1 (for transfer), 5 (for walk)Drive out of Civitavecchia, the port of Rome, to reach the capital around 90 minutes later. Today we offer you a transfer from Civitavecchia to Rome. The coach shall drop you at the Gianicolo Parking located near St. Peter’s Basilica (the Vatican City). You may either choose to just avail yourself of the transfer or take a strenuous walk around Rome with your Maltese representative. Rome offers an intriguing picture of the past and present. The Roman Forum, the Colosseum and the Pantheon conjure up scenes of the ancient imperial city. Then there is Christian Rome, where every church is a repository of sculptures and frescoes. The Vatican City within Rome is an intrinsic part of both artistic and historic Rome. If you have already been to Rome, you will no doubt want to return to revisit sights you have enjoyed or discover sights missed before. The amount of walking is at each guest’s discretion. If guests wish to visit St .Peter’s Basilica a strict dress code is enforced - short pants, tank tops and revealing clothing are not acceptable.
FLORENCE Approximate duration: 9 hours. Stress level: 4Upon disembarkation at Livorno board the coach for a 2-hour journey along the lovely Tuscan country-side en route to the historic jewel of Florence located on the banks of the Arno River. Upon arrival at the close-to-the-centre coach drop-off point, join your Maltese representative for a 20-minute walk to reach the proper city centre and either wander off on your own, or join your representative for an extensive walk along the major highlights – the Duomo, Baptistery, Giotto’s bell tower, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria with its imposing Palazzo Vecchio, original seat of the government and the nearby Palazzo degli Uffizi with one of the most important collections of paintings in the world. Beyond the arts, Florence is also famous for shopping – souvenirs, artifacts, leatherwear and clothes, which can be found in its popular flea-markets, or high fashion design boutiques which line up the city’s central pedestrian streets and piazzas.
NICE & EZE Approximate duration: 3.5 hours. Stress level: 3Upon arrival at the Principality of Monaco disembark by tender and join your bus for a sightseeing trip to Nice and Eze. Start with a drive to the little, idyllic hilltop village of Eze. At Eze you will have the choice to visit the perfume factory or to walk up the steep cobblestone streets to the centre where the alluring medieval atmosphere will enchant you. Proceed back to the coast to the dazzling city of Nice that enjoys a privileged setting on the hill-framed curve of the Baie de Anges. Travel along the Promenade de Anglais, drive by the Russian Orthodox Church and take a walk around the fascinating old town with its maze of colourful narrow streets teeming with life – with its many little shops, cafes, and the large host of fish restaurants which make the city a truly Mediterranean culinary paradise. Drive back to Monaco along the breathtakingly scenic lower Corniche road to the principality and drive through the Monte Carlo district famous for its casino before arriving back to the ship for lunch.
MONACO*Approximate duration: 1.5 hours. Stress level: 1 Monaco is one of the smallest independent states of the world. Early disembarkation by tender boats. Join the Maltese representative for a visit to the highlights of the Old Town which are very easy to explore on foot. Must-see landmarks are the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Grace Kelly got mar-ried and where they are now both buried, the exteriors of the Prince’s Palace with the guards and the Aquarium (entrance fee extra). Since the ship leaves late you may stay in town a bit longer or visit the casino and thus return on board later.
THE GORGE OF PRUNELLI Approximate duration: 3 hours. Stress level: 2Corsica is a land of rugged beauty. In the morning drive up to the Prunelli Gorges while admiring immensely varied landscape which changes dramatically from gardens and orchards to chestnut and pine trees; and from golden beaches lapped by blue waters to mountains of more than 2,000 meters. The road twists and turns to where we enter the gorges of the Prunelli River. Deep red granite cliffs plunge down into the second most important river in Ajaccio’s environs. At the end of the lake discover the artificial lake and dam of Tolla. Built to give Ajaccio hydroelectricity, it also provides many of the Corsican population with drinking water. Descend down the Mercujo Pass towards Ajaccio, passing through the small villages of Ocana and Bastelicaccia before returning to the ship for lunch. Please Note: There is approximately 800 metres optional walking (stress level 4) over uneven ground at Tolla Lake and Prunelli Gorges. Due to the steep, winding roads the excursion is not recommended to passengers suffering from vertigo.
AJACCIO Approximate duration: 3 hours. Stress level: 3Join your Maltese representative for a walking tour of Ajaccio, the capital of Corsica. On 15th August 1769 Napoleon Bonaparte was born in this town. From humble beginnings he went on to become Emperor of France. Street names, statues and monuments found throughout the ‘Imperial City’ are a legacy to Corsica’s most famous son. Predictably the main street is named “Cours Napoleon” and it is here that we start our walk. View some picturesque, narrow streets which take us past the cathe-dral where Napoleon was baptised, the birthplace – Casa Bonaparte, Ajaccio’s Town Hall and Market Square. Time for souvenir-hunting before returning back on board.
Notes: •Land visits include the assistance of an English speaking representative and road transportation (only where specifically indicated), and never include entrance fees or food. •During summer months expect extreme heat, crowded venues and long queues. We recommend that you dress light clothes (and appropriate clothes if visiting places of worship), wear comfortable shoes, a hat, sun-glasses and bring bottled water. •Stress levels ranges from 1 to 5 with 1 being the least stressful excursion and 5 the most stressful one.•Duration of sightseeing is approximate and includes the bus travelling time.•It is important to always be punctual and follow the instructions of the English speaking representative – buses cannot wait and late passengers have to make their own way to the ship.
Sightseeing - Corsica, Monaco & Italy
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1 Sun Deck2 Relaxation Tents3 Outdoor Sport Area4 Golf Driving Range5 Jogging Track6 Überschau Bar7 Himmel & Meer Lounge8 Abtanz Bar9 X-Lounge10 GOSCH Sylt Fish Restaurant 11 Tapas y Mas Bistro (Spanish)12 Bistro (Italian) La Vela13 Buffet-Rest. Anckelmannsplatz14 Towel Station15 Cliff 24 Grill16 Pool17 Unverzicht Bar18 Spa & Meer Outdoor19 Sauna20 Spa & Meer Indoor21 Hairdresser 22 Spa Suites23 Bridge24 Kids Club 25 Library26 Atrium27 Card Room28 Aussicht Bar29 Casino & Lounge30 Promenade Deck31 Blaue Welt Bar Sushi32 Vinos Vinothek 33 Steakhouse Surf & Turf34 Wii-Corner35 Shopping Arcade36 Theatre37 Restaurant Atlantik 38 Blaue Welt Bar 39 TUI Bar 40 Photo Gallery41 Art Gallery42 Nasch Bar Coffee Shop43 Tui Cruises Travel Mgt Office44 Kompass Meeting Room45 Conference Room46 Internet47 Blaue Welt Bar Apéro48 Richards Feines Essen49 Golf and Biking50 Reception51 Hospital
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1. TRAVEL CONFIRMATIONCruise packages featured in this brochure are organized by Orange Cruises/ (hereinafter OC) under the tour operating license of OC. Booking one of the packages implies the acceptance of the terms and conditions list-ed below. Orange Cruises is the only authorized sales agent for Tui Cruis-es in Malta. Accepting the booking request results in a travel contract between yourself and your travel agency. The travel confirmation contains the significant details of your booked services. Should the services in the travel confir-mation differ from those in the booking then a new offer will be presented by OC In this case you have 7 days in which to accept the new offer. During this period the offer remains legally binding for OC. Should you accept the new offer in writing within 7 days then the travel contract will be completed on this basis.
2. PAYMENTA deposit of €700 per cabin must be effected in order to obtain a formal confirma-tion of your holiday.
3. TRAVEL DOCUMENTSTravel documents will be delivered approximately 2 weeks prior departure. If the due balance is not transferred to our account before the date of travel you are not authorised to travel, instead we may charge a cancellation fee as compensa-tion according to point 6.1. OC is not obliged to accept a passenger if the balance payment has not been made before the date of travel. Travel documents are made available in form of e-docs.
4.SERVICES AND PRICESAll prices published in the brochure are based in Euros and are per person sharing acabin. Prices include: travel insurance, and all port and airport taxes and fuel surcharges applicable on the date of printing. In order to guarantee the lowest available prices you must make your reservation as early as possible. Once you have made your booking and paid the applicable deposit then the cost of your holiday cannot be increased except in the case ofsubstantial currency fluctuations or increase of any government taxes and/or fuelsurcharges by the airline or the cruise company.
5. SERVICE & FARE CHANGES5.1 Service ChangesAlterations to the cruise itineraries are possible e.g. due to official regulations, particular shipping conditions, medical emergencies, or when, due to adverse weather conditions, the Captain decides to alter the route in the interest of the safety of the passengers. The Captain alone makes the decisions on necessary itinerary changes and/or travel times.
5.2 Such and similar individual service changes and deviations from the contrac-tual contents of the travel contract, which become necessary after conclusion of contract and which were brought about contrary to good faith on behalf ofOC, are permitted so far as the changes and deviations are not considerable and do not impair the overall form of the holiday.OC is obliged to inform you of possible changes. The service changes replace the original contractual obligation. Even-tual warranty claims will remain unaffected even if the service replacement is inadequate. Should such service changes make the overall form of the tour unac-ceptable to you, OC offers you the right to either change the booking or withdraw from the contract free of charge. You also have the right to request an equivalent alternative OC tour, provided OC is able to offer such a tour without additional ex-penses. You must assert your rights arising from contract changes or cancellations in writing and immediately following OC’s declaration of the changes.
5.3 Fare ChangesIn lawful circumstances and within legal scope, OC reserves the right to pass on any increases in the costs of transportation, taxes, and exchange rates, provided the date of travel does not fall within 21 days from departure. This is applicable exclusively for fare changes where cost factors were subject to unforeseeable changes after the conclusion of the contract. Significant and unpredictable reasons for a price increase are e.g. the increase in public dues, the increase in value-added tax, changes in the world oil prices, changes in harbour dues, or, in par-ticular cases, a more than 10% increase in the EURO vs. US-Dollar exchange rate. To the same extent an adjustment of the agreed travel fare is permitted should there be a change in the official passenger tariffs. As proof of the legitimacy of a price change, OC will provide certification of each cost and rate increase for you to check.In case of alterations of prices or services OC will contact you immediately but no later than 21 days prior to the scheduled sailing date. Increases after that date are not allowed. You have to assert your rights against OC immediately after OC has informed you about alterations of price.
6. CANCELLATION, BOOKING CHANGES, REPLACEMENTS AND NAME CHANGES6.1 Cancellation through the passengerYou can cancel your contract at any time before date of travel. As means of proof, cancellations should be made in writing. Your cancellation notice is effective upon receipt by OC Should you cancel your booking or not commence the holiday, OC. reserves the right to levy charges for made travel provisions and expenses in-curred. When calculating the charges, OC takes into account the services saved and the possible other use of the services. OC may claim cancellation fees ex-
pressed as a percentage of the travel fare according to the amount of notice given between cancellation date and departure date, as listed below.
Cancellation fees:Up to 340 days before: €100 per cabin339 to 120 days: €700 per cabin119 to 90 days: 25% of the total fare or €700 per cabin (whichever is higher)89 to 60 days: 50% of the total fare or €700 (whichever is higher)59 to 30 days: 75% of the total fare or €700 (whichever is higher)29 days or less: 100% of the total fare or €700 (whichever is higher)
6.2 Booking Changes Your booking can be changed upon request and subject to availability (rebook-ing). This can be done until 60 days before date of travel. OC charges the sum of €50 rebooking fee per person. Should you wish to make a rebooking after 60 days before date of travel, then booking changes can only be made, if at all possible, by cancelling the travel contract under the conditions stated in 6.1 and rebooking. Any form of alteration made to the date of travel, destination or place of start, accommodation, the cabin or mode of transport is considered as a change.
6.3 ReplacementsUp to the date of travel i.e. taking into consideration a reasonable amount of time for organisational matters, you may demand that a third party takes over all rights and liabilities of your travel contract. OC reserves the right to decline the third party should he/she not meet the travel requirements or should there be legal re-strictions or an official directive against his/her participation. Should a third party enter the contract then he/she and you are liable as co-debtors for the travel fare and the additional costs caused by the third party entering.
6.4 Name ChangesAt time of booking all passengers names need to be submitted to OC Names need to be congruent with the valid passenger passports. OC reserves the right to pass on the service charges of €50 per person for name changes after the option is confirmed.
6.5 Cancellation and rebooking fees are due immediately.
7. CANCELLATION IN EXTREME CIRCUMSTANCES7.1 Cancellation prior to the date of travelShould travel be largely hindered, endangered or affected due to a force majeure (e.g. through war, natural disasters, government authority measures, transport embargos, ship loss or other similar incidents) which were not predictable at the time of conclusion of the contract, then both the passenger and OC may cancel the contract. In the event of OC cancelling the holiday prior to departure the pas-sengers receive a refund of all sums paid to OC Otherwise no compensation shall be payable.
7.2 Cancellation after date of travelShould you cancel after the date of travel then the charges for return transport and other additional costs will be charged to you as traveller.
8. LIABILITY & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY8.1 Tui Cruises’s contractual liability is limited to three times the travel fare for damages which are not personal injuries, as far as the damage was not caused by intention or gross negligence, or as far as OC alone is liable for the damage caused by default of a service provider.
8.2 OC is not liable for changes in political circumstances or entry regulations, making an entry to the country or destination difficult or impossible, provided these occur after the printing date of the brochure. In the event that it is neces-sary to make changes we will always try to advise you in advance, but this cannot be guaranteed.
8.3 Loss or damage to baggage: Loss or damage to baggage during embarkation or disebarkation must be reported. You are obliged to notify the relevant authority or an official agent thereof in writing. Should cabin baggage be noticeably damaged externally then you must submit written notice forthwith; at the latest by the time of disebarkation. Should other baggage, which has been handled or stored by the crew, be noticeably damaged externally then you must report this upon receipt of your baggage. Should you not fulfil these obligations then you are not entitled to make a claim. Passengers’ own carrying, storing and handling of baggage on board will always be at passengers‘ own risk.
9.WARRANTY 9.1 RemedyShould you, contrary to expectation, have grounds for complaint you can seek remedy. According to the law of warranty and the right of notice, you are obliged to report the deficiency forthwith on-site to the ship’s reception or an interna-tional hostess and then present OC with a time limit to provide a remedy, unless remedy is impossible or is refused by OC., OC can offer remedy by providing an equivalent replacement service as long as this is reasonable. Should OC offer you a
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reasonable remedy then you are obliged to accept it. Should you refuse a reason-able offer you are no longer entitled to make warranty claims for inconveniences. If OC, contrary to obligation, does not succeed in providing a remedy within a given fair time limit then you may seek your own remedy. Hostesses or responsible travel staff are not authorised to recognise any claims, they may only confirm the registration of your complaints. Should you not fulfil this duty to cooperate by actual fault, then you will not be entitled to make a claim.
9.2 Claims & Time LimitsNotice of any claim must be made to OC within 15 days following the travel ter-mination as per contract. Claims that reach us without documentation will not be processed.
10. PASSPORT, VISA, CUSTOMS, CURRENCY AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTSOC is responsible for making sure that citizens of Malta where the cruise is of-fered are informed of passport, visa and health requirements and possible changes thereof prior to starting the journey. OC may delegate this instruc-tion to the travel agent. Citizens of other countries, please check passport, visa and any other entry requirements with your own country’s embassy. In doing so OC assumes that there are no peculiarities in the customer itself and potential fellow travellers (e.g. dual citizenship, statelessness). The customer is responsible for obtaining and entrainment of required documents, poten-tial mandatory vaccination as well as compliance of customs and exchange control regulations. Inconveniences that might accrue from non-compliance of these regulations e.g. payment of cancellation fees are for your account. 11. RESTRICTIONS AND EXCLUSIONS OF CONVEYANCE11.1 For safety reasons infants under the age of 6 months are not allowed on board.
11.2 OC will not accept passengers who will have entered their 24th week of preg-nancy by the time of their travel. A medical certificate establishing due date and fitness to travel must accompany an expectant mother’s application for passage. OC will not be responsible or liable for any complications of pregnancy which arise or occur during the cruise.
11.3 Any physical challenge or medical condition that requires special treatment or attention must be reported to OC at the time of reservation. For certain con-ditions we ask for affirmation and liability forms. OC has the right to refuse or revoke passage to anyone who, in our judgment, is in physical or mental condition unfit for cruise travel or who may require care beyond what OC can provide. All physically impaired passengers must be self-sufficient and should travel with a passenger who will provide any assistance needed during the cruise or in the event of an emergency. Passengers who use a wheelchair must provide their own small, collapsible type.
11.4 Children under 18 years travelling without their parents must bring proof of acceptance to travel on their own signed by both parents / Legal guardians.
11.5 Wearing diapers in the swimming pools or whirlpools is not allowed. People and children dependent on diapers are not allowed in the pools.
12. MISCELLANEOUSNotice: Please keep in mind to board the ship at the embarkation port no less than two hours before the scheduled departure time. It is the guest‘s responsibility not to miss such final boarding time and the ship’s scheduled departure from the em-barkation port, and all costs incurred as a result of not boarding the ship on time at the embarkation port shall be borne by the guest. In all ports of call you must return to the ship no less than one hour before the scheduled departure time. Please consider that shipboard and shoreside clocks may have different times, but it is the guest‘s responsibility to return to the ship so as not to miss the ship‘s departure. Any costs associated with transporting the guest to rejoin the ship including, but not limited to, government fees, visa fees, subsistence, lodging, air fare, launch fare, car hire or agency fees shall be borne by the guest. For further questions please contact your travel agent or our reservations department.
TOUR OPERATOR:
Orange Cruises, 45 Ordnance Street, Valletta
INFORMATION RELATIVE TO SHORE SIGHTSEEING Unless clearly specified all sightseeing only includes transportation costs by coach. Entrances are extra and no local guides are provided. Coaches do not have onboard functional toilet facilities. Touring itineraries may have to be changed sometimes at short notice, due to weather, road or traffic conditions, mechanical breakdowns, police activity.
REPRESENTATIVEEach Tui Cruise on Mein Schiff 1 is escorted by an English speaking representative whose job is to assist during the cruise and land arrangements. The representative is under no circumstance responsible to carry out work (unless for emergency) over and above the official programme and is not obliged to accompany members of the group around shops, flea markets, or theme parks.
CHANGESTui Cruises reserve the right to change the itinerary due to bad weather or indus-trial action, in which case neither the cruise company nor OC are liable to pay any form of compensation for the missed ports or the change of programme. If any portion of holiday is lost due to natural disasters, bad weather, industrial action, war, government restrictions or any matter of force majeur, neither Tui Cruises, OC nor their subcontractors can be held liable to pay compensation for damages incurred. In the event that a ship is prevented to enter a port in order to either embark (to start a cruise holiday), or disembark (to finish a cruise holiday) due to bad weather, industrial action, or such unexpected circumstances, OC shall be
responsible to convey the passengers to the next possible port of embarkation or disembarkation but it is also being hereby understood that neither Tui Cruises nor OC shall be liable to pay any expenses related to loss of holiday or other sorts of moral damages arising from such circumstances since they are completely out of the control of both Tui Cruises and OC.
FURTHER SHIP-RELATED ISSUESTui Cruises’s cabins have 2 lower berths. In most of the cabins these twin beds can be pushed together to make a double. The 3rd and 4th beds can be either pullman beds (bunk beds) or Sofa beds. Especially the inside cabins are not suitable for 4 adults to share as cabin’s space is very limited. The bunkbeds are not suitable for older passengers or passengers with mobility problems.
WHAT DOES YOUR FREE BASIC TRAVEL INSURANCE COVER Maximum age limit 69 years. (Extra charge applies for people 70-75 and older) All packages include free travel insurance covering: trip cancellation for reasonsspecified in the insurance policy, baggage loss, medical expenses in the caseof accident or illness and repatriation expenses. Enrollment to the insurancepolicy is at the discretion of the insurance company SMS Insurance Ltd and re-quires the completion of the necessary paperwork and acceptance of theinsurance policy terms and conditions.
1) Medical and emergency expenses. We will pay for medical or hospital treatment reasonably and necessarily incurred as a result of your injury or illness occurring during the period of insur-ance for the limit of Euro 500 per person. Excess Euro 75. 2) Loss of Baggage and money. We will pay for loss of money and loss of or damage to baggage and personal ef-fects up to a limit of Euro 500 per person. Maximum limit per article is Euro 150. Excess Euro 75 3) Loss of Deposits Cancellation & Curtailment charges. We will refund the amount of irrecoverable travel or accommodation deposits (made prior to any occurrence giving rise to a claim upon unavoidable cancella-tion or curtailment up to a limit of Euro 1000 per person. Excess euro 75.
For more policy conditions and exclusions please ask for the travel policy wording.
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS PERTINENT TO Orange Cruises/ DOING A BOOKING AND PAYMENT OBLIGATIONSCruise packages featured in this brochure are organized by Orange Cruises for the Maltese market. Booking one of the packages implies the acceptance of the terms and conditions set by TUI Cruises and the airlines as well as those of Orange Cruises, which is TUI Cruises’ exclusive preferred travel partner for Malta & Gozo.Once you have completed and signed the booking form and paid your deposit of Euro 700 per cabin, and have been issued a receipt by your travel agent, the book-ing is taken as confirmed and it is understood that you have read and accepted the accompanying terms and conditions. Full payment for your holiday must reach OC at least 75 days prior to departure. Should payment not be received by 75 days before departure, OC shall have the right to cancel your holiday and charge the applicable cancellation fees.
FINANCIAL ASPECTPrices published in the brochure are based on the cruise prices, air fares, land arrangements, port and airport taxes and fuel surcharges valid at the time of printing (you will bear the cost of any tax and fuel surcharge increases that may be imposed following the date of printing). In accordance to EU Law no. 51 (1) of 1998, any change to the costs mentioned above may result to in an increase in the prices. Increases due to currency fluctuations and tax and fuel surcharges do not give you the right to cancel your holiday without incurring cancellation fees.
AIR TICKETS AND CRUISE TICKETSSpecial terms and conditions apply for the airlines/cruise lines in accordance to International Conventions. Please make sure that you study and understand the terms and conditions listed on airline/cruise ticket documentation.
LIABILITYWe act as representatives of the cruise lines, airlines, hotels and other suppli-ers presented in this brochure, and therefore, we are not liable for any refusal of service, changes, delays, injury, death that may result as a consequence of using these services. Every effort has been made to provide accurate informa-tion, including photographs of all cruise services featured. All such information is provided by the cruise lines and other suppliers and in certain cases informa-tion and photographs provided may differ from actual. We endeavour to feature cruise services of commonly acceptable standards but we are not liable for any misrepresentation in the accuracy of information, descriptions or photographs supplied by third parties. In certain cases circumstances may necessitate changes or deviations from the cruise programme. All schedules, itineraries, destinations, hours of arrival and departure, cabin and/or hotel accommodation and/or land transfers, sightseeing tours and other components of the cruise program are sub-ject to change without prior notice and without reference to us by the cruise lines.
LANGUAGEThe official language onboard the ship is German and all announcements and most of the signs are also in German. So even during shows activities and kids club the language used is German.
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The union between Mondial Holidays and SMS Travel is bringing together “the best of both worlds”.
Thanks to better economies of scale the fact that we are now one company shall bring about more choice of products, better prices for our customers, and a better overall service because of shared experience.
The new, fresh “smsmondial” brand design has been created to portray the forward-looking approach of a contempo-rary travel company that is fully geared to cater for today’s travel needs in today’s world of technology. To this end former Mondial and SMS sales offices are being re-branded as smsmondial and revamped by being made more acces-sible and comfortable in order to offer our customers a better overall experience from the moment they step into any of our branches.
Please note following changes to our office locations...Valletta:The former Mondial office at 8, Republic Square (previously known as Queen’s Square) in Valletta is closing and its staff and operations are moving into the much larger and more central smsmondial office at City Gate (located just opposite the old Opera House). Sliema:The former Mondial office at 39, High Street, Sliema is moving to a new, much more central location at 33, Tower Road, Sliema (opposite the Plaza Shopping Complex).
This brochure has been produced by Orange Cruises - a Malta based cruise specialist with branches in Cyprus, Russia, Turkey, Tunisia, Ukraine & U.K.
Paola 107, Paola Square, Paola, PLA 1266Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 13:00 / 15:30 - 19:00Saturday: 09:30 - 12:00Telephone: +356 2166 7666Email: [email protected]
Sliema 30, Republic Str, Sliema, SLM 1547Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 18:00Saturday: 09:30 - 12:00Telephone: +356 2132 2688Email: [email protected]
Valletta 311, Republic Str, Valletta, VLT 1110Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 18:00Saturday: 09:30 - 12:00Telephone: +356 2123 2211Email: [email protected]
Birkirkara2, Naxxar Road, B’Kara, BKR 9048Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 13:00 / 14:30 - 18:00Saturday: 09:30 - 12:00Telephone: +356 2144 3333Email: [email protected]
Gozo 30, Republic Str, Victoria, VCT 1021Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 13:00 / 15:00 - 18:00Saturday: 09:30 - 12:00Telephone: +356 2155 1126Email: [email protected]
Hamrun 745, High Street, Hamrun, HMR 1014Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 13:00 / 15:30 - 19:00Saturday: 09:30 - 12:00Telephone: +356 2124 0204Email: [email protected]
www.smsmondial.com.mt