2018 - APT Small Ships

GLOSSARY Helping you understand the intricacies of a small ship cruise with APT. A ADAPTORS & ELECTRICITY The electrical outlets in the suites and public areas are 110V–2 flat pin (US style). There is a 220V outlet for electric shavers in the bathroom, but this outlet does not have sufficient wattage for most appliances. The use of personal hairdryers (there is a hairdryer in your suite), clothing irons and curling tongs etc. in the cabins is strictly forbidden as they may damage the ships' electrical system. Outlets can charge camera batteries and iPads etc; however you will need a converter. ALLERGIES If you have a food allergy or another condition that needs to be managed on tour, please advise your booking agent as soon as possible, as well as your Expedition Leader upon arrival, as most suppliers require advance notice to accommodate this. In some cases you might be asked to fill out a form or waiver. AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING All suites on board our small ships have individual climate control. B BEDDING CONFIGURATION All suites on all ships can be configured as either double or twin share. Your preference will be noted at the time of booking. BEVERAGES Aboard your cruise, coffee and tea are available free of charge throughout the day and during meals. Bottled water is provided and replenished each day. A selection of complimentary alcoholic and non- alcoholic beverages are also available all day throughout your cruise. French Champagne, premium spirits and selected wines are offered at an additional cost. During land journeys, complimentary water, tea and coffee are offered during included meals. Complimentary alcoholic beverages will also be included with your dinner. BOTANICA For more information regarding our range of Botanica itineraries, please refer to the 2017/18 Botanica World Discoveries brochure. BRIDGE One of the unique and exciting things about being on an Expedition Small Ship is having access to the bridge. The Captain and Officers operate an open bridge policy that allows passengers onto the bridge at most times, but please note that this is a working area and access may sometimes be restricted during arrival and departure from port and during times of complicated navigation and unforeseen weather conditions. It is at the Captain or Bridge officer's discretion that the bridge will be opened. C CABIN ENTERTAINMENT Each cabin is equipped with a Flat Screen TV and DVD player. DVDs can be borrowed from reception. CURRENCY The Euro is the official currency in most of Western Europe countries. Other currencies include United Kingdom: Great British Pound (GBP); Norway: Krone (NOK); Sweden: Krona (SEK); Denmark: Krone (DKK); Russia: Ruble (RUB); Iceland: Krona (ISK); and Morocco: Dirham (MAD). Currency in Asia varies from country to country dependant on your itinerary. Currencies you may encounter include Japan: Yen (JPY); South Korea: Won (KRW); Philippines: Peso (PHP); Malaysia: Ringgit (MYR); Indonesia: Rupiah (IDR). Due to the availability of local currencies it is advisable to take US dollars for some destinations. D DINING All meals on board your cruise are included. Meals are served in the dining room in open seat dining. No table reservations can be made in the main restaurants. 102 | GLOSSARY

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