SCHEDULE With Discovery Cruise Line's® daily service to Grand Bahama you can create your own schedule. Choose to go any day, stay as many days as you like and return to South Florida when you like. You can also choose the resort that's right for you because DiscoverySM offers them all at great prices because we are the largest tour operator to the island carrying over 300,000 passengers each year. Depart South Florida from Port Everglades in Ft. Lauderdale Sails everyday departing at 7:45 AM Arrives Grand Bahama at 1:00 PM Return to South Florida from Grand Bahama Island Sails everyday departing at 4:45 PM Arrives South Florida at 10:00 PM On your way to and from your vacation destination you will experience all the amenities of a longer cruise during your five hour journey. Features include: A Las Vegas Style Casino, Spacious Sun Decks and Swimming Pool, Games and activities, shows, disco, and more. Your cruise to the island includes a lavish breakfast buffet and lunch before arrival. Your return cruise includes a lavish dinner buffet or you can choose our optional seven course dining in the Grand Bahama Grill for an additional $25 per person. DiscoverySM is well known for its superior dining as the food is catered by one of the world's leading gourmet ship caterers, Apollo Ship Chandlers. ACTIVITIES ONBOARD SAMPLE AM ACTIVITIES PROGRAM 8:00am - Club Discovery opens for junior cruisers ages 6-11 8:30am - Jackpot Bingo - Starlight Showroom 8:30am - Scavenger Hunt - Club Illusions 8:30am - Ping Pong Tournament - Club Illusions 9:15am - Free Raffle Drawing - Starlight Showroom 9:15am - Important Travel & Information Talk - Starlight Showroom 9:45am - Deck Party - Bar & Grill 10:00am Face Painting - Kids’ Club 10:00am Trivia Quiz - Tropical Lounge 10:30am - Newly Wed Game - Tropical Lounge 11:00am - Jackpot Bingo/Raffle Drawing - Bar & Grill 11:00am - Karaoke Contest - Tropical Lounge 11:15am - Bridge Tour - Information Desk 12:15pm - Limbo Contest - Bar & Grill 12:45pm - Final Raffle Drawing - Starlight Showroom ENTERTAINMENT 8:45am - 9:45am - Island Music - Bar & Grill 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Island Music - Bar & Grill 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Live Music - Tropical Lounge SAMPLE PM ACTIVITY PROGRAM 4:30pm - Deck Party - Bar & Grill 4:30pm - Beer Drinking Contest 5:00pm - Kids’ Club opens for junior cruisers ages 6-11 5:00pm - TV Theme Song Trivia - Tropical Lounge 5:30pm - Sea Feud - Tropical Lounge 5:30pm - Bingo - Bar & Grill 6:00pm - Karaoke Contest - Tropical Lounge 7:30pm - Salsa & Merengue Contest - Tropical Lounge 8:15pm - Super Jackpot Bingo - Starlight Showroom 9:00pm - 10:00pm - Karaoke - Tropical Lounge ENTERTAINMENT 3:30pm - 5:00pm - Live Music - Tropical Lounge 7:00pm - Disco Opens - Club Illusions 7:00pm - 9:00pm - Live Music - Tropical Lounge 9:00pm - Showtime - Starlight Showroom Kids “Club Discovery,” features a fun and exciting environment specially designed for children ages 6-12, as well as learning games and toys. The focus of “Club Discovery” is to provide a learning experience for children sailing on Discovery, with an emphasis on marine life and marine experiences. Games have been selected that will encourage children to want to acquire more knowledge about a variety of marine life, not only while on board but later as well. “Club Discovery” mascots include a blue whale, a red octopus, a yellow starfish and a pink conch. Additional activities include arts and crafts, face painting, X Box Games, Board Games, Cartoons, Movies and Much More! Want more casino cruise gaming fun? We've got it ! Discovery Cruise Line's casino cruise boasts 127 real slots, including Class III casino slots with prizes up to $10,000 - It's not bingo, it's the real thing! With casino Video slots and reel casino slots, our one day cruise has casino fun for everybody to enjoy! No other casino cruise can offer you so much in one day. Plus don't forget when you cruise Discovery you can also visit the famous Isle of Capri Casino when you are in the Bahamas. Whether you cruise for one day or "Cruise and Stay" in the Bahamas, Discovery Cruise Line's one day casino cruise brings you the best casino action in South Florida and the Bahamas!! General Qustions 1. What do the cabins look like? Our standard cabin has one bed. The superior accommodations offer 2 beds and are larger than the standard. We also have a double-bedded cabin, which is the same size as the superior. Suites are the largest of our cabins with the configuration of either two twin beds or a queen size bed and a small sitting area, refrigerator and either a shower or bathtub. All cabins have private facilities for your comfort and convenience. 2. May I bring my luggage on board for overnight stays? All luggage must be checked with the exception of up to two carry-on items such as purses, attaché/brief cases and/or beach bags. Any luggage on wheels including roll-along suitcases must be checked and will be accessible upon arrival in Freeport, Grand Bahama Island. No food may be taken onboard, including canned or frozen items 3. May I order a cake for a birthday or anniversary? Cakes may be ordered 48 hours prior to the day of sailing. Cake orders and reservations need to be prepaid in full. The standard cake order is for parties of six or less, at a charge of $10.50 plus $2.50 service charge. Large orders may be accommodated at a charge of $1.75 plus .50 cents per person. Certificates will be issued for presentation in the dining room. All certificates will be held at the pier for pick up. Cake orders are available for buffet or deluxe dining. 4. May I order wine to be sent to our table or cabin? Wine may be ordered 48 hours prior to sailing. Both wine orders and reservations must be prepaid. A service charge will be automatically added to your check. There is an additional corkage fee of $2.50 for set up in cabin. Certificates are issued and held at the pier for pick up, to be presented to the wine steward aboard ship. 5. What if I change my plans and do not take the cake or wine? Special services are not refundable. We inform passengers of this at the time of booking. 6. May I reserve a table in the dining room in advance? Table reservations may be made for deluxe dining only. Passengers need see the Maitre d' in the dining room upon boarding on the cruise returning from Freeport, Grand Bahama. Reservations are on a first come first served basis. 7. May we choose a cabin number now? Cabin numbers are assigned by category upon boarding. Passengers holding cabin reservations and cruise tickets should present themselves to the purser's office upon boarding the ship. 8. Are alcoholic beverages included in the fare? No; however, provided with each meal service are coffee, tea and milk. 9. May we change to our bathing suits in the restrooms? We do not recommend the changing of clothing in these areas. However, cabins are available for additional comfort with a choice of accommodations. Also, lockers may be rented for the day, which offer public showers and changing rooms. 10. Do your waiters speak English? Our onboard staff speaks English and most are bilingual or trilingual. 11. May I use traveler's checks on board ship? Traveler's checks may be cashed on board at the purser's desk. 12. Do you have an ATM machine on board ship? ATM machines are located in the ship's lobby and Lucaya Casino. 13. Is there a show on the cruise? Our show with live entertainment is presented on the return portion of the cruise. Caribbean music is played on our top deck, and our band in the international lounge plays a variety of music. You can dance to: rock, popular old melodies, Caribbean rhythm, and salsa. On our top deck we have disco music playing. 14. Are your shows suitable for children? Our shows are for the enjoyment of the entire family. Announcements would be made in advance for any special entertainment, which is designed for adult entertainment, allowing for parental discretion. 15. I'm a vegetarian, what do you serve to accommodate me? You will find a variety of foods at our buffet to your advantage. For breakfast we serve hot and cold cereals, fruit and assorted breads and sweet rolls. On our lunch and dinner buffet we serve an assortment of fruit and salads, hot and cold vegetables and pasta dishes. 16. Do you use MSG in your food? No, we do not use the additive MSG in our food. 17. Would I be able to store my insulin on board ship? Our infirmary on board will assist in storing medication. You may also bring a small hand held cooler to store medication and we will provide you with ice if necessary. 18. May I bring oxygen on board? Yes, prior notification needs to be made to our reservations department so that arrangements can be made. PLEASE ALSO NOTE LIQUID OXYGEN IS NOT PERMITTED ON BOARD. 19. I am a police officer; may I bring my gun on board? No, weapons are not permitted aboard ship. 20. Do you have skeet shooting aboard ship? No, we do not offer skeet shooting; However, there are lots of deck activities for you to enjoy. 21. Are there non-smoking areas aboard ship? Yes, we have non-smoking sections in public areas, including The Starlite Showroom. Dining rooms are completely non-smoking. 22. Will I receive a refund if I do not use my deluxe dining ticket? Yes, if your deluxe dinner coupon is still attached to your ticket. 23. Are kosher meals available for sale on board? Kosher meals and available for dinner and are served in our Grand Bahama Grill dining room for a $25 charge per person. Reservations for kosher meals must be made 72 hours prior to sailing. 24. Are there any duty free shops in Freeport? Yes, duty free shopping is available in Freeport and aboard the ship. Full advantage may be taken for passengers who stay over night for 48 hours or longer. 25. Are the shops open in Freeport on Sunday and holidays? On holidays some straw market vendors and the gift shop on board the ship are always open. However, the majority of the shops in Freeport are closed on Sundays and holidays. 26. What type of currency is accepted on the island? U.S. dollars are accepted by everyone. You will not need to exchange any currency. 27. May I use my cellular phone on board ship? Cell phones are generally out of reach after departure, but ,depending upon your service provider, may work in Grand Bahama. For your convenience public satellite phones are available onboard. 28. What are the seas like or what is the weather today? We suggest you call the national weather channel or television station for up to date information. 29. Are wheel chair accessible taxis available to transport us from the ship in Grand Bahama? Mini Vans are available to transport passengers from the ship in Grand Bahama. However, should you wish to arrange transportation designed to accommodate wheelchairs, we suggest that you arrange this prior by calling Expert Travel at 1-242-351-4004 or experttravel@batelnet.bs 30. What is my US Customs Duty Free Allowance? Wedding on the ship Your wedding should be exactly what you want it to be Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. It symbolizes a new beginning. It should be exactly what you want it to be. And a wonderful celebration with memories that will last a lifetime. Discovery Cruise Line offers weddings at a variety of locations on Grand Bahama Island. We have teamed up with a certified wedding specialist on the island to provide you with the utmost of service from ship to shore. And the best part of your Discovery wedding is that you will enjoy your celebration the moment you board. Your trip to and from the island will be a fun and exciting part of your destination wedding. The flexibility and choices Discovery offers will allow you to make your wedding exactly what you want it to be. Our partnership with "A Social Affair's" Mary Saunders-McBride will insure that you will have a top notch specialist coordinating your entire event. Transportation to and from Grand Bahama Island Now you and your entire wedding party can enjoy traveling to your destination on Discovery Cruise Line. Discovery offers daily service from South Florida to Grand Bahama. You depart at 7:45 AM and arrive around 1 PM. You will enjoy both a lavish buffet breakfast and lunch on your journey. The cruise line provides a full array of entertainment and activities as a longer cruise, all packed into one fun-filled day. Weddings on Grand Bahama Whether its a private and pristine beach or a lush tropical paradise, Grand Bahama has it all. There are so many beautiful places on the island it would be impossible to list them all, but here's a few of our favorite recommendations: Choose one of six beautiful beach locations depending on the surroundings and proximity of what you want. You will find the choices of beaches to be abundant and diversified. Or, you may choose to be surrounded by nature. If that's the case, you can choose Garden of the Groves, The Rand Nature Centre, The Lucayan National Park, or any number of other beautiful locations. If you're more of a traditionalist, Grand Bahama Island has churches of various denominations on-island. You can also choose the Wedding Chapel (non-denominational) at Garden of the Groves. For those who prefer a hotel or resort, Grand Bahama offers beachfront, marina, and country club resorts. The choices are plentiful and the settings offer everything from island chic to elegant resorts. If you prefer to marry at the Port Lucaya Marina or on a yacht, we can offer that too. As a matter of fact, on Grand Bahama island we can be as exotic as your imagination. After all, it's your dream of a lifetime and we specialize in delivering that dream. Marriage License Requirement What our guests have to say: "Certainly one of the most pleasurable parts of our trip was the Bahamas cruise on Discovery...........We really did have a lot of fun on the ship getting involved in the various cruise activities you all provide." Sandra M. Preuss - Aurora, CC - Bahamas Day Cruise passengers "Excellent overall .....Outstanding!!!!" Mr. & Mrs. Walker - Weston, FL - Bahamas Day Cruise passengers "Dinner was great. The staff was 5 star" Mr. & Mrs. Donohue - Fort Lauderdale, FL - Bahamas Day Cruise Passengers With Discovery, you can choose to cruise for the day or cruise and stay as many days as you wish in the Bahamas. There's no better day cruise, join us and discovery for yourself why Discovery is America's favorite day cruise to the Bahamas! Discovery Cruise Line is dedicated to offering the finest cruising experience to our guests with disabilities and special needs. Please take note of the following information in order to ensure an enjoyable experience. Wheelchairs Access Individuals confined 100% to a wheelchair will have limited access to some areas aboard ship, however no limits to purser’s square, main lounges, dining room and casino. Due to the configuration design of the ship and doorways width, wheelchairs should be collapsible and not wider than 22 inches, for accessibility to elevators and public restrooms. Wheelchair accessible public restrooms are located throughout our ship. For those passengers requiring assistance boarding, Discovery will provide Wheelchairs for the embarkation and debarkation of guests arriving at both Port Everglades Fort Lauderdale and Freeport Bahamas. On Island Transfers Mini Vans are available to transport passengers from the ship in Grand Bahama. However, should you wish to arrange transportation designed to accommodate wheelchairs, please be advised that such transportation is not readily available on island, and we suggest that you arrange this well prior to arrival by calling Expert Travel at 1-242-351-4004 or experttravel@batelnet.bs. Ship transfer / Shore tour options Discovery Cruise Line will make every effort to work with you to help you identify shore excursions to meet your needs. Information on shore options is available onboard on your cruise to Grand Bahama Island. However, please note that transportation by wheelchair accessible van is not available. Guest with Medical Requirements Diabetes/ Medicine storage Our infirmary on board will assist in storing medication. You may also bring a small hand held cooler to store medication and we will provide you with ice if necessary. Dietary Needs Vegetarian passengers will find a variety of foods at our buffet to your advantage. For breakfast we serve hot and cold cereals, fruit and assorted breads and sweet rolls. On our lunch and dinner buffet we serve an assortment of fruit and salads, hot and cold vegetables and pasta dishes. Kosher meals and available for dinner and are served in our Grand Bahama Grill dining room for a $25 charge per person. Reservations for kosher meals must be made 72 hours prior to sailing. If you have food allergies, please advise your dining staff once onboard. Oxygen Guests may bring oxygen tanks and breathing apparatus on board. Prior notification needs to be made to our reservations department so that arrangements can be made. PLEASE NOTE: LIQUID OXYGEN IS NOT PERMITTED ON BOARD. Service Animals Discovery Cruise Lines does permit guest to travel on board with specially trained service animal (e.g., seeing eyed and hearing–ear dogs). Guests with service animals who wish to disembark in ports of call should contact the Bahamas Department of Agriculture regarding admission of service animals.