2018 - APT Small Ships

on occasion, dependant on your itinerary. Passengers must be able to climb ramps and steps and step in and out of smaller vessels. Some tours visit remote areas and feature activities with varying degrees of difficulty, therefore it is vital to select a tour with an activity level suited to your health and fitness. Walking tours are often on uneven ground (such as cobblestones) and may include steep inclines. You should be able to stand on your feet for an extended period of time to visit museums, attractions and other sites, as well as when checking in for flights and cruises and at Customs and Immigration. R RECEPTION Each ship's reception area is staffed 24 hours a day. RESTAURANTS ON BOARD See deck plans on pages 106-111 for specific dining facilities on each ship. S SHORE EXCURSIONS Participation in shore excursions is at your discretion. If you would like to explore independently, your Expedition Leader can make suggestions as to places to visit. You must make sure to return to the ship before it departs. SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Signature Experiences are included for all guests on APT Small Ships holidays as indicated in itineraries. SMOKING Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside any of our ships, including on balconies in your suite. Smoking is only permitted in designated outdoor areas. The same policy applies for electronic cigarettes. SOFT EXPEDITION Soft Expedition cruises allow you to tailor the level of adventure according to your interests with a range of gentle and active excursions. Enjoy the services of an expert APT Expedition Leader and up to five Expedition Team members including naturalists, marine biologists, historians and photographers. Dock in centrally-located ports near towns or city centres. You can expect the occasional use of Zodiacs for shore landings or excursions on select itineraries. SUN DECK The Sun Deck located on the upper deck of the ship offers sun lounges for guests to relax on. T TENDERS Tenders are small local vessels used to ferry passengers to and from the ship when we are unable to dock in port and are therefore anchored just of the coast. The use of tenders will be dependent on your cruise itinerary. TRANSFERS Airport transfers must be pre-arranged at the time of booking and flight details need to be provided to confirm this service. TRAVEL INSURANCE Travel Insurance is not included in your holiday package. For your protection we strongly recommend that you purchase comprehensive travel insurance at the time of booking that includes (without limitation) coverage for medical expenses, loss of luggage, cruise and land content and airfare charges that may occur due to cancellation, disruption, loss of deposit or strikes. Z ZODIACS Zodiacs are versatile, inflatable boats, which provide a unique platform for observing wildlife and enjoying landscapes from sea level on expedition cruises. They also provide a fast and safe way of going ashore in remote locations. The use of Zodiacs will be dependent on your cruise itinerary. GLOSSARY | 105

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