C eremonies at Sea - P&O Cruises
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C<strong>eremonies</strong><strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong>1
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Introducing C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong>Let P&O <strong>Cruises</strong> help you celebr<strong>at</strong>e your special occasionin style with our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> program. We offerthe following packages:• Wedding c<strong>eremonies</strong>• Renewal of vows• Commitment c<strong>eremonies</strong>Immerse yourself in the enjoyment of your day, and letour staff take care of all the little details. There’s none ofthe usual worries, like getting from the ceremony to thereception. After all, on board, everything you could needis on your doorstep.We know th<strong>at</strong> every couple has different expect<strong>at</strong>ionsof their big day. C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> fe<strong>at</strong>ures a selectionof optional extras, which allow you to tailor yourcelebr<strong>at</strong>ion to your own specific wishes. Find all thenecessary details to help you plan your own special dayon the following pages.3
Group bookingsSo th<strong>at</strong> your friends and family can join you on yourspecial day, we can offer a discounted r<strong>at</strong>e on selectedsailings for groups of 16 or more guests <strong>at</strong>tending yourcelebr<strong>at</strong>ion and travelling on the cruise.Please note, our c<strong>eremonies</strong> typically accommod<strong>at</strong>e up to30 <strong>at</strong>tendees. For larger groups, please call ourTelephone Sales and Services team on 13 24 94 (AU)or 0800 780 716 (NZ) to discuss availability. Weddingpackages require a minimum of 10 <strong>at</strong>tendees.Choosing your own celebrantAustralian and New Zealand laws require a registeredcelebrant to perform a wedding ceremony. You canchoose your own celebrant to offici<strong>at</strong>e the ceremony.He/she must be registered in either Australia or NewZealand, depending on which port you are marrying in.Wedding c<strong>eremonies</strong> are held on board while the shipis in port on the day of embark<strong>at</strong>ion, allowing yourcelebrant to disembark prior to sail away.Wedding coordin<strong>at</strong>orOur C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> coordin<strong>at</strong>or will be the point ofcontact for your special occasion. They will assist yourparty before and during your ceremony and will bemore than happy to answer any queries you may haveregarding your special day.Photo and video servicesOne of our photographers will discreetly capture thememories during your special day, and arrange to meetyou during your cruise to review the photographs so youcan make your final selection. One 8x10” photograph willbe supplied as part of your C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> package.Other photography packages can be pre-purchasedor arranged on board, see Extra touches for your daysection for more details.Flowers and cakeOur C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> package includes a flowerbouquet, in your choice of white or red roses, togetherwith two m<strong>at</strong>ching buttonholes. A 10” round cake isincluded, decor<strong>at</strong>ed in white royal icing, topped with afresh rose arrangement and a choice of fillings. Due tocurrent quarantine regul<strong>at</strong>ions, any celebr<strong>at</strong>ion cake orflowers cannot be taken off the ship.Your cabin awaitsIndulge in a selection of petit fours delivered to yourcabin on the day of your wedding. Kick-back after thecelebr<strong>at</strong>ions and relax in your very own luxurious b<strong>at</strong>hrobes. Your cabin steward will be available for anyrequirements during your special day and throughoutyour entire cruise holiday.Evening dinnerWe can offer your group reserved se<strong>at</strong>ing in the maindining room on the evening of your wedding. Ourcoordin<strong>at</strong>or on board will make arrangements for you andwill ensure your group is se<strong>at</strong>ed together with decor<strong>at</strong>edtables suitable for a wedding celebr<strong>at</strong>ion. Altern<strong>at</strong>ively,choose a more exclusive dining experience by selectingone of our ‘Extra Touches’ packages, such as an intim<strong>at</strong>edrinks or canapé reception or the exclusive hire of one ofour specialty restaurants. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, see Extr<strong>at</strong>ouches for your day section for more details.Romantic dinner for twoIncluded in your C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> package is a dinnerfor two in one of our on board specialty restaurantsduring your cruise holiday, your preferred night willbe confirmed once on board. Enjoy an a la carte menufe<strong>at</strong>uring an array of tempting entrees, delicious mains,and finish off with a dessert to remember!ToastsWhen the important “I do’s” have been said, guestswill toast the happy couple and w<strong>at</strong>ch the first cut ofthe wedding cake. Our staff will supply and serve abottle of sparkling wine and slices of the wedding cake.To mark the celebr<strong>at</strong>ion, you will be presented with acommemor<strong>at</strong>ive certific<strong>at</strong>e signed by the ship’s Captain.5
Extra touches for your dayDrink and canapé receptionsWhether you are celebr<strong>at</strong>ing with a small group or witha larger group of friends and family, we can make allthe necessary arrangements for you. Drink and canapéreceptions may be pre-booked with your travel agent,our Celebr<strong>at</strong>ions <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team, or simply add this serviceto the online applic<strong>at</strong>ion form. Please note, drink andcanapé receptions for renewal of vows and commitmentc<strong>eremonies</strong> are subject to availability.Wine selectionTo complement your chosen celebr<strong>at</strong>ion, we offer arange of red, white and sparkling wine, which you canindic<strong>at</strong>e on the online applic<strong>at</strong>ion form.You can also make your choice from our extensive winelist on board, housed in one of the finest cellars aflo<strong>at</strong>.Please note, passengers may not bring their own alcoholon board for any c<strong>eremonies</strong>.Wine option• Barwang chardonnay or comparable wine• Penfolds priv<strong>at</strong>e release, shiraz and cabernetsauvignon or comparable wineCost: AU$21 per adult*Open bar optionSelected beverages, including house branded spirits,beers, wines and soft drinksCost: AU$29 per adult*Non-alcoholic optionChoice of soft drinks and juicesCost: AU$5 per person**Prices are based on a per person/adult r<strong>at</strong>e for a dur<strong>at</strong>ion of onehour. These packages are available for Cocktail Receptions only andnot applicable for purchase in the dining room.6
Assorted savoury bites sample menuCold bites• Barbequed chicken tenders with roasted asparagusand cherry tom<strong>at</strong>oes, olive ciab<strong>at</strong>ta• Blue swimmer crab cheese cake with mustardpickled apricots• Smoked grenadier on whole whe<strong>at</strong> bread,garnished with horseradish and capers• Tasmanian camembert, kumqu<strong>at</strong> chutney,strawberry chipsHot bites• Lamb masala and apricot samosa, mint andcucumber raita• Toasted mini roma tom<strong>at</strong>o and go<strong>at</strong>’s cheesebruschetta• Jumbo scallops and roasted pumpkin brochettes,arugula and black cheddar pesto• Mini fillet steak in walnut crumbs, pepperedmango chutneyCost: AU$12 per person*Deluxe savoury bites sample menuCold bites• Lobster medallion on six grain bread, garnishedwith lime and cherry tom<strong>at</strong>o• <strong>Sea</strong>red beef carpaccio on pumpernickel, garnishedwith grilled fennel• Chicken pistachio terrine on toasted ciab<strong>at</strong>ta coin• Pineapple and pickled zucchini carpaccio, candiedmacadamia nutsHot bites• Broiled lamb chop in macadamia nut crumbs,peppered mango chutney• Baked fontina and porcini mushroom balls,bush tom<strong>at</strong>o jam• Mini wagyu beef burger, pawpaw k<strong>at</strong>sup,pickled red onions• Coconut crusted prawns, mango and lemonthyme salsaCost: AU$16 per person**Based on a per person r<strong>at</strong>e for a dur<strong>at</strong>ion of one hour. Canapes are based on one bite of each type per person. All prices and selections aresubject to change.7
<strong>Sea</strong>food and Steakhouse RestaurantEnjoy an exclusive fine dining experience in our <strong>Sea</strong>foodand Steakhouse Restaurant on board Pacific Sun.P&O <strong>Cruises</strong>’ award winning chefs will present you withmouth-w<strong>at</strong>ering dishes cre<strong>at</strong>ed for your celebr<strong>at</strong>iondinner. Please note, this option is not available withrenewal of vows or commitment ceremony packages.<strong>Sea</strong>food and Steakhouse exclusive hireHire the entire <strong>Sea</strong>food and Steakhouse restaurantfor your special celebr<strong>at</strong>ion dinner and we will serveyour choices from the mouth-w<strong>at</strong>ering menu, whileenjoying the company of your guests only.Cost of exclusive hire: AU$1,250**This price includes a cover charge for your guests, up to amaximum of 50. This option is not available on cruises of 6 nightsor less.<strong>Sea</strong>food and SteakhouseEntréeCalamari steaks, young mesclun greens with aged balsamic vinegar and olive oilAngus beef carpaccio, tossed rocket salad sprinkled with mustard vinaigretteGingered carpaccio of papaya and mango, sesame tofu tempura, green lime vinaigrette (V)Soup/RisottoLobster soup, lobster chunks and tarragon essenceMushroom and green asparagus risotto, parmesan shavings, shallots (V)Mains (served with a variety of sides)200g fillet steak, 150 days grain-fed, angus with a choice of béarnaise, pepper, shiraz, mushroom, or garlic sauceLamb chops with a choice of béarnaise, pepper, shiraz, mushroom, or garlic sauceGrilled extra large tiger prawns, garlic infused with basil oil and chilli flakesVegetable cous cous, spicy lentil fritters, warm carrot raisin smoothie (V)DessertsTrilogy of chocol<strong>at</strong>e mousse with warm chocol<strong>at</strong>e sauceCoconut crème brulee with sugar glazeCost: AU$25 per person ##Minimum of 10 guests required, available on Pacific Sun only. (V) Vegetarian selection. All prices and selections are subject to change.9
Photo and video packagesA team of professional on board photographers offer anarray of exciting and innov<strong>at</strong>ive products and services,including beautifully cre<strong>at</strong>ed albums and prints for yourhome. We also offer a video service so th<strong>at</strong> you canshare the moment you say “I do” with loved ones backhome. Photo and video packages can be selected on theapplic<strong>at</strong>ion form.Pl<strong>at</strong>inum collection*24 of 6x8” prints12 of 8x10” printsOne 20x24” canvas printTwo 8x10” folioOne 8x10” framePlus all images from the event on CD-RGold collection*18 of 6x8” prints8 of 8x10” printsOne 16x20” canvas printPlus all images from the event on CD-RAU$1,299AU$999Extra prints:8x10” (each) AU$306x8” (each) AU$13Canvas prints:16x20” roll (each) AU$10020x24” roll (each) AU$140(Canvas prints do not include shipping costs)Extra DVD copiesFoliosHolds two 8x10” printsAU$40AU$20Silver collection*18 of 6x8” prints8 of 8x10” printsOne 8x10” folioPlus all images from the event on CD-RAU$699Frames8x10” (each)PhotographerHourly r<strong>at</strong>eAU$30AU$125Bronze collection*18 of 6x8” prints8 of 8x10” printsOne 8x10” folioAU$399Video producerHourly r<strong>at</strong>eAU$125DVD video collection*Filming and editing of eventon DVD plus 5 copiesAU$999All prices and packages are subject to change. *All collections include one hour of the photographer’s or video producer’s time.10
Sample of wedding ceremony scheduleDepartures fromSydney, Newcastle, Fremantle and Auckland10.45am11.00amCouple and guests arrive <strong>at</strong> wharfBegin priority cruise check-in9.30am9.45amDepartures fromBrisbaneCouple and guests arrive <strong>at</strong> wharfBegin priority cruise check-inDue to our strict schedules, it is advisable th<strong>at</strong> you makeyour own arrangements for hair, make-up or otherbeauty tre<strong>at</strong>ments prior to your arrival <strong>at</strong> the wharf onthe day of your ceremony. This will leave you enoughtime to get dressed and add any final touches once yousettle into your cabin.11.15am11.30am12.15pm12.45pm1.00pmC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> coordin<strong>at</strong>or to meetwedding partyC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> coordin<strong>at</strong>or escortswedding party on board and shows thebride to her cabinCelebrant arrives <strong>at</strong> wharf and is escortedto the ceremony venueGroom and wedding guests meetin reception and are escorted to theceremony venueC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> coordin<strong>at</strong>or escorts thebride to the ceremony venue10.15am10.30am11.15am11.45am12.00pmC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> coordin<strong>at</strong>or meetswedding partyC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> coordin<strong>at</strong>or escortswedding party on board and shows thebride to her cabinCelebrant arrives <strong>at</strong> wharf and is escortedto the ceremony venueGroom and wedding guests meetin reception and are escorted to theceremony venueC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> coordin<strong>at</strong>or escortsbride to ceremony venueOn the evening of your ceremony, you may choose tohave reserved se<strong>at</strong>ing in our main dining room. Forthose selecting from our ‘Extra Touches’ range, such asa reception or dinner in a specialty restaurant on board,timings can be accommod<strong>at</strong>ed to suit your needs. Speakto our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team or your travel agent formore inform<strong>at</strong>ion.Please note: all times are approxim<strong>at</strong>e and events may be delayedor postponed, please refer to our terms and conditions for furtherdetails.^Due to maritime regul<strong>at</strong>ions, <strong>at</strong>tendance <strong>at</strong> the passenger drill ismand<strong>at</strong>ory.1.15pmCeremony begins12.15pmCeremony begins1.45pmCelebr<strong>at</strong>ion toast and cake cutting12.45pmCelebr<strong>at</strong>ion toast and cake cutting2.00pm3.00pmParty to commence photo session andcelebrant disembarksWedding party return to their cabins tocollect life jackets for passenger drill^1.00pm3.00pmWedding party return to their cabins tocollect life jackets for passenger drill^and celebrant disembarksParty to commence photo sessionfrom4.30pm(onwards)Celebr<strong>at</strong>ions continue <strong>at</strong> your leisurefrom3.45pm(onwards)Celebr<strong>at</strong>ions continue <strong>at</strong> your leisure11
Renewal of vows and commitment c<strong>eremonies</strong>Celebr<strong>at</strong>ion experienceSay “I do” all over again or simply declare yourcommitment to each other with one of our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong><strong>Sea</strong> packages.Commemor<strong>at</strong>e this loving occasion with a ceremonyperformed by the ship’s Captain or Senior Officer. Chooseto celebr<strong>at</strong>e your special day as a couple, or togetherwith your friends and family.Your ceremony will be conducted in an <strong>at</strong>tractivevenue on board, usually on the second sea day ofyour cruise, and will be approxim<strong>at</strong>ely 30 minutes inlength. Arrangements for the time and loc<strong>at</strong>ion of yourceremony will be coordin<strong>at</strong>ed by the ship’s host and willbe confirmed once you are on board.We have a selection of vows for your ceremony, pleaseask our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> coordin<strong>at</strong>or for more details.Please note, renewal of vows and commitment c<strong>eremonies</strong> aresymbolic in n<strong>at</strong>ure and are not legally binding.Renewal of vows or commitment package• Attractive ceremony venue• Traditional ceremony music• Ceremony conducted by the ship’s Captain orSenior Officer• Rose bouquet• Buttonhole (1)• Photographer for 30mins• 8x10 photograph (1)• Sparkling wine for toast (1 bottle)• Commemor<strong>at</strong>ive certific<strong>at</strong>e• Petit fours for the couple (in cabin)• Dinner for the couple in specialty restaurant onboard (during cruise)Cost of package: AU$45012
Group bookingsSo th<strong>at</strong> your friends and family can join you on yourspecial day, we can offer a discounted r<strong>at</strong>e on selectedsailings for groups of 16 or more guests <strong>at</strong>tending yourcelebr<strong>at</strong>ion and travelling on the cruise.Please note, our c<strong>eremonies</strong> typically accommod<strong>at</strong>e up to30 <strong>at</strong>tendees. For larger groups, please call ourTelephone Sales and Service team on 13 24 94 (AU) or0800 780 716 (NZ) to discuss availability.Bouquet and buttonholeAs part of the renewal of vows and commitmentceremony packages, we will supply a flower bouquet,in your choice of white or red roses, together with onem<strong>at</strong>ching buttonhole. Due to the current quarantineregul<strong>at</strong>ions, these flowers cannot be taken off the ship.ToastsCelebr<strong>at</strong>e together or with friends and family with abottle of sparkling wine. You will also be presented witha commemor<strong>at</strong>ive certific<strong>at</strong>e signed by the ship’s Captain.Photo and video servicesOne of our photographers will discreetly capture thememories of your special day, and arrange to meetyou during your cruise to review the photographs andmake your final selection. One 8x10” photograph willbe supplied as part of your C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> package.Other photography packages can be pre-purchasedor arranged on board, see Extra touches for your daysection for more details.Your cabin awaitsDelicious petit fours will be delivered to your cabinon the day of your ceremony. Your cabin steward willbe available for any requirements during the day andthroughout your entire cruise holiday.Romantic dinner for twoIncluded in your C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> package is a dinnerfor two in one of our on board specialty restaurantsduring your cruise holiday. Your preferred night will beconfirmed once on board. Enjoy an a la carte menufe<strong>at</strong>uring an array of tempting entrees, delicious mains,and finish off with a dessert to remember!13
Frequently asked questionsC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong>Which P&O <strong>Cruises</strong> ships offer C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong>?C<strong>eremonies</strong> are available on board all our ships.Does the wedding take place in port or while the shipis sailing?All wedding c<strong>eremonies</strong> will take place while the ship isin port on the day of embark<strong>at</strong>ion. The ship must be inport while a wedding ceremony takes place.Can a civil union be held on board?For legal reasons, we can only offer civil unionc<strong>eremonies</strong> out of Auckland. As with weddings, civilunions can only be performed by a celebrant whilethe ship is in port. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, contact ourTelephone Sales & Service team or your travel agent.Can I get married <strong>at</strong> a port of call during my cruise?We currently offer wedding c<strong>eremonies</strong> in Sydney,Brisbane, Newcastle, Fremantle and Auckland onembark<strong>at</strong>ion day. Wedding c<strong>eremonies</strong> in other ports ofcall are not available.Can I hold a commitment ceremony or renew ourvows on board?Yes, P&O <strong>Cruises</strong> offers commitment and renewal ofvows c<strong>eremonies</strong> during cruises 7 nights or more. Thesec<strong>eremonies</strong> are conducted while the ship is <strong>at</strong> sea.Can I get married while the ship is <strong>at</strong> sea?For legal reasons, we do not offer wedding c<strong>eremonies</strong>while the ship is <strong>at</strong> sea. You can however, enjoy acommitment ceremony or renew your vows.How much notice do I need to give you if I want tobook a ceremony?It is best to book as early as you can to avoid missing outon your selected d<strong>at</strong>e. Weddings and Civil Unions mustbe booked <strong>at</strong> least 45 days prior to departure and <strong>at</strong> least30 days notice must be given for all other c<strong>eremonies</strong>.Please note, reserv<strong>at</strong>ions for your guests will be subject to generalcabin availability <strong>at</strong> the time of booking.Before the big dayDo I need to cruise to have a ceremony on board?Yes. This is a gre<strong>at</strong> opportunity for you to organiseyour special day <strong>at</strong> the same time as securing yourhoneymoon, or just a break – this is how to holiday!Does everyone need to be sailing to <strong>at</strong>tend theceremony?Yes. All guests who <strong>at</strong>tend the ceremony must be sailingon the same cruise (except the registered celebrant forweddings or civil unions).How many guests can <strong>at</strong>tend our ceremony?Ceremony venues typically c<strong>at</strong>er for up to 30 <strong>at</strong>tendees.For larger groups, please call our Telephone Sales andService team or your travel agent to discuss availability. Ifyou are planning a wedding or civil union, a minimum of10 <strong>at</strong>tendees is required. For other c<strong>eremonies</strong>, there isno minimum number required.Who performs the ceremony for a weddingor civil union?We ask th<strong>at</strong> couples select their own registered celebrantto perform the ceremony on board. In Australianports, an Australian registered celebrant is required. InAuckland, a New Zealand registered celebrant is required.Registered celebrants are listed on the following websiteswww.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 th<strong>at</strong> youbook your registered celebrant from 11am to 7pm on theday of your ceremony.14
When do we supply you with our celebrant’s details?Due to security regul<strong>at</strong>ions, you will be required to supplyyour celebrant’s details, including full name, driver’slicense/passport number, expiry d<strong>at</strong>e, d<strong>at</strong>e of birth andn<strong>at</strong>ionality, <strong>at</strong> least 30 days prior to your cruise departure.Your celebrant must bring along the chosen form ofphoto identific<strong>at</strong>ion to the wharf on embark<strong>at</strong>ion.Who performs a commitment or renewal of vowsceremony?The ship’s Captain will perform commitment and renewalof vows c<strong>eremonies</strong>. Should the Captain be unavailable,another Senior Officer will perform the ceremony.How do I organise a marriage or civil union licence?For inform<strong>at</strong>ion on obtaining a licence speak, with yourregistered celebrant or go to www.ag.gov.au (AU) orwww.bdm.govt.nz (NZ).Will I need to bring my own witnesses?You must ensure th<strong>at</strong> two of your <strong>at</strong>tendees act aswitnesses. For specific requirements, speak with yourregistered celebrant or see www.ag.gov.au (AU) orwww.bdm.govt.nz (NZ).Can I bring my own cake and flowers?Flowers are included in all our packages. Should yourequire additional flowers for your <strong>at</strong>tendants, you arefree to carry these on board with you. A 10” round cakeis included in the wedding package. Check with ourC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team for the types of fillings available.Please note, due to quarantine regul<strong>at</strong>ions, you will beunable to remove any food or flowers from the ship afteryour cruise.I would like to hold a reception after the weddingceremony, is this possible?Of course! We have a range of drinks and canapéreception packages to choose from as outlined in theExtra touches for your day section. Charges apply.Will our guests be se<strong>at</strong>ed together for dinner on theevening of our wedding ceremony?Your party will be provided with a dinner reserv<strong>at</strong>ion toensure your guests are se<strong>at</strong>ed together. Our C<strong>eremonies</strong><strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team or your travel agent will let you know thereserv<strong>at</strong>ion time prior to sailing.Can I use my own vows for the ceremony on board?For a wedding or civil union, your celebrant will cre<strong>at</strong>e anorder of service, including vows, with you. Please note,c<strong>eremonies</strong> should not exceed 30 minutes dur<strong>at</strong>ion.For other c<strong>eremonies</strong>, we provide the order of serviceand offer a selection of vows, please ask our C<strong>eremonies</strong><strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team <strong>at</strong> the time of booking.Can I have my own music for the ceremony?Yes, you will be able to bring your own ceremony musicon board with you. Our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team will beable to confirm which form<strong>at</strong> you will need to bring,together with your playlist.Can I book an exclusive dinner reception for mywedding?Yes. We have altern<strong>at</strong>e dining venues th<strong>at</strong> can be bookedexclusively for your wedding party with a premiummenu. Charges apply.Where are the c<strong>eremonies</strong> usually held?A suitable indoor venue on board will be selected basedon the number of guests and the ship you are sailing on.Can I bring my own decor<strong>at</strong>ions for the ceremonyvenue?Unfortun<strong>at</strong>ely, you are unable to bring your owndecor<strong>at</strong>ions. Our on board staff will have the venuedecor<strong>at</strong>ed especially for your ceremony.Wh<strong>at</strong> if the ship is delayed into port, will mywedding/civil union ceremony go ahead?In the event th<strong>at</strong> the ship is delayed or cannot safelydock into port, we will make every effort to reschedulethe ceremony to a l<strong>at</strong>er time on the day of sailing. If theceremony cannot be performed on the specified d<strong>at</strong>e,the couple will have the option of:1. A symbolic ceremony during the cruise and a 50%refund of your C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> package priceor2. A full refund of your C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong>package pricePlease note, your cruise fare is subject to our ‘Cancell<strong>at</strong>ion andRefunds’ policy outlined in our cruise brochure under ‘Terms andConditions’. You can obtain a copy of our l<strong>at</strong>est cruise brochurethrough your local travel agent, by visiting pocruises.com.au (AU)or pocruises.co.nz (NZ) or contacting our Telephone Sales andService team.15
Booking your special dayHow do I book my ceremony?The best way to get started is to review the C<strong>eremonies</strong><strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> and P&O <strong>Cruises</strong> brochure, and decide on yourcruise itinerary and sailing d<strong>at</strong>e. Next, contact your travelagent or our Telephone Sales and Service team to checkcruise and celebr<strong>at</strong>ion availability, together with pricesfor the chosen sailing d<strong>at</strong>e. Once you are happy withyour selection and the celebr<strong>at</strong>ion d<strong>at</strong>e is available, wewill reserve both your ceremony d<strong>at</strong>e and cruise holiday.Next, visit pocruises.com.au (AU) or pocruises.co.nz (NZ)and complete our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> applic<strong>at</strong>ion form.When do I pay for the ceremony?Once the applic<strong>at</strong>ion form is received by us, ourC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team will be in contact to confirmthe ceremony and cruise details with you and take fullpayment of the C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> package. It is essentialth<strong>at</strong> the applic<strong>at</strong>ion form and full payment of yourC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> package is received by us within threedays from the booking d<strong>at</strong>e. If the applic<strong>at</strong>ion form andpayment are not received within this time, our systemwill autom<strong>at</strong>ically cancel your booking and the d<strong>at</strong>e willbe available for others to book.How do I pay for my ceremony?Please refer to the Booking your celebr<strong>at</strong>ion section fordetails on how to pay.When is the ceremony officially booked?Your ceremony will be reserved as soon as you havecompleted the C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> applic<strong>at</strong>ion form andfull payment for your chosen package is received.How do I book my family and friends?After your ceremony and cruise has been confirmed, agroup code number and confirm<strong>at</strong>ion will be sent to youvia email. Please use this code when speaking to ourTelephone Sales and Service team or your travel agent tobook cabins for your family and friends.When should we arrive <strong>at</strong> the departure port?The bridal party should arrive <strong>at</strong> Brisbane wharf <strong>at</strong>9.30am and 10.45am for Sydney, Newcastle, Fremantleor Auckland wharves. For those needing to travel byair, arrive the day prior to the cruise departure to allowfor a stress-free morning of prepar<strong>at</strong>ion on the day. OurC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team will confirm timings with you30 days prior to sailing.How do I plan for my ceremony?To assist you through the planning stages of yourceremony, our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> brochure includes aCountdown checklist th<strong>at</strong> will guide you through theimportant inform<strong>at</strong>ion and reminders.Wh<strong>at</strong> happens if I need to reschedule my ceremony?We understand th<strong>at</strong> sometimes plans can change. Shouldyou need to alter the cruise on which you plan to haveyour ceremony, please refer to the Terms and conditionsincluded in this brochure.Wh<strong>at</strong> happens if I have to cancel my ceremony?If you decide to cancel your ceremony 181 days or moreprior to the departure d<strong>at</strong>e, we can offer you a 50%refund of your C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> package, or a freetransfer to an altern<strong>at</strong>ive ceremony d<strong>at</strong>e (subject toceremony and cruise availability). We cannot offer anyrefunds or transfers if you decide to cancel less than180 days prior to the departure d<strong>at</strong>e. Please refer to theTerms and conditions section for more details.16
While On BoardWhere is the wedding venue on board?Our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> coordin<strong>at</strong>or will meet yourgroup on embark<strong>at</strong>ion and run through the day’s event,including venue loc<strong>at</strong>ion and timing. The coordin<strong>at</strong>or willpersonally escort the bride to the venue.I am having a wedding on board, wh<strong>at</strong> do I do withmy luggage?We recommend th<strong>at</strong> you pack any items th<strong>at</strong> you requirefor your wedding ceremony in your carry-on luggage.Other suitcases can be checked in prior to boarding andwill be delivered to your cabin during the evening. Pleasenote, it will be the couple’s responsibility to handle andcare for all carry-on luggage, such as dresses, suits etc.Are there any celebr<strong>at</strong>ion items th<strong>at</strong> cannot bebrought on board for my ceremony?Items such as alcohol, rice, confetti, petals and candleswill not be allowed on board for any ceremony. Forany other items you wish to bring, please contact ourC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> `team for more inform<strong>at</strong>ion.Wh<strong>at</strong> if I have questions regarding the ceremonywhile on board?Our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> coordin<strong>at</strong>or will be the pointof contact for your special occasion. They will makethemselves known <strong>at</strong> embark<strong>at</strong>ion or shortly after andwill be more than happy to answer any queries you mayhave regarding your special day.Will we have time to get changed and get ready forour wedding?Due to our strict schedules, it is advisable th<strong>at</strong> you makeyour own arrangements for hair, make-up or otherbeauty tre<strong>at</strong>ments prior to your arrival <strong>at</strong> the wharf onthe day of your ceremony. This will leave you enoughtime to get dressed and add any final touches once yousettle into your cabin. Please refer to the Sample ofwedding ceremony schedule section for more details.17
Terms and conditionsIntroductionThese are the terms and conditions under which you bookyour C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> package on any P&O <strong>Cruises</strong>’ship. You are bound by these ‘Terms and conditions’, soit is important th<strong>at</strong> you read them carefully. These termsand conditions should be read in conjunction with ourcruise ‘Terms & Conditions’, which can be found online<strong>at</strong> pocruises.com.au (AU), pocruises.co.nz (NZ), or in thecurrent P&O <strong>Cruises</strong> brochure.P&O <strong>Cruises</strong>/We/Our/Us means Carnival plc. You areentering into this contract with Carnival plc trading asP&O <strong>Cruises</strong>, ARBN 107 998 443.Certain laws such as the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth)and any applicable st<strong>at</strong>e based consumer legisl<strong>at</strong>ion(from here known as ‘consumer laws’), are in place foryour protection. These ‘Terms and conditions’ do not alterany protection given to you by consumer laws.All prices are in Australian dollars, inclusive of GST (whereapplicable) and correct <strong>at</strong> the time of public<strong>at</strong>ion.Your agreement with usWhen you complete and return your C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong>applic<strong>at</strong>ion form, you accept our ‘Terms and conditions’on behalf of the couple. Once we have received fullpayment for your package, an agreement on these‘Terms and conditions’ becomes effective between thecouple and Carnival plc.Booking and paymentOnce you have chosen your package, you will needto complete our online C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> applic<strong>at</strong>ionform and pay for the celebr<strong>at</strong>ion in full to secure yourbooking. It is essential th<strong>at</strong> full payment is received byus within three days from when the booking is made. Ifpayment is not received within this time, our system willautom<strong>at</strong>ically cancel both your ceremony package andcruise booking.Your packageC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> packages have been cre<strong>at</strong>ed toinclude all the essential fe<strong>at</strong>ures for your special day.Please note, your package does not include your cruisefare or any optional extras. You are welcome to add yourown personal touch by selecting from the Extra touchesfor your day section, however, we are unable to alter orsubstitute any items in the standard package.18
Changing or cancelling your packageWe understand th<strong>at</strong> sometimes plans can change. Shouldyou need to alter the cruise on which you plan to haveyour ceremony or cancel your package, the followingpolicy will apply:Days prior todeparture181 days or more180 days or lessOur policyOne free transfer to an altern<strong>at</strong>esailing, subject to availability, or;50% refund of your package ifcancelledNo changes or refund of yourpackageOnce you have used your ‘one free change’, no otherchanges or refunds are permitted.Please note, your cruise fare is subject to our‘Cancell<strong>at</strong>ion and Refunds’ policy outlined in the currentP&O <strong>Cruises</strong> brochure under ‘Terms & Conditions’. Youcan obtain a copy of our l<strong>at</strong>est cruise brochure by visitingpocruises.com.au (AU), pocruises.co.nz (NZ), contactingour Telephone Sales and Service team or your localtravel agent.Guests accessTo <strong>at</strong>tend the ceremony, all your guests must bepassengers sailing on the same cruise. Visitor passes arenot available.Ceremony capacityAll our c<strong>eremonies</strong> typically accommod<strong>at</strong>e up to 30<strong>at</strong>tendees. For larger groups, please call our C<strong>eremonies</strong><strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team to discuss availability. Wedding or civil unionpackages require a minimum of 10 <strong>at</strong>tendees.Other service providersParts of your package, such as floral arrangementsand cakes, are supplied by other service providers. Theservice providers are solely responsible for the product orservice offered and their conditions will apply. Should aservice provider be unable to fulfil their responsibility, wewill assist in addressing any concerns you may have.Any arrangements made by or for you are yourresponsibility and entirely <strong>at</strong> your own risk.Unforeseen changes to your ceremonyWe will do everything we reasonably can to makesure your celebr<strong>at</strong>ion goes according to plan. However,sometimes changes happen th<strong>at</strong> may affect yourC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> experience. This could includewe<strong>at</strong>her, mechanical difficulties, civil unrest or any otherunforeseen circumstances.All ceremony times are approxim<strong>at</strong>e and may be delayedor postponed. In addition, the loc<strong>at</strong>ion of the ceremonymay be substituted, due to unforeseen events. If awedding or civil union ceremony cannot be performed onthe specified d<strong>at</strong>e, the couple will have the option of:1. A symbolic ceremony during the cruise and a 50%refund of your package priceor2. A full refund of your package price.If we are required to cancel the cruise for any reason, allpackages will be refunded in full.We will notify you of any changes th<strong>at</strong> will impact yourceremony as soon as we can. Please ensure you arefamiliar with our cruise Terms and Conditions.Legal m<strong>at</strong>ters for weddings and civil unionc<strong>eremonies</strong>Weddings and civil unions will be conducted inaccordance with Australian law in Australian portsand New Zealand law in New Zealand ports. For legalreasons, civil unions can only be conducted in NewZealand. Renewal of vows and commitment c<strong>eremonies</strong>are not recognised by law.It is your responsibility, in conjunction with yourregistered celebrant, to determine whether you arelegally free to enter into a marriage or civil union and toensure th<strong>at</strong> your ceremony is conducted in accordancewith the relevant laws. You should seek independentlegal advice about the recognition of your marriage orcivil union in other countries as laws vary.P&O <strong>Cruises</strong> does not accept liability for invalid marriagesor civil unions as a result of the parties’ failure to complywith relevant laws of their country of domicile.While all inform<strong>at</strong>ion in this brochure is correct <strong>at</strong> thetime of public<strong>at</strong>ion, some details may change. Photosshown in this brochure are represent<strong>at</strong>ive only.19
Booking your celebr<strong>at</strong>ionOnce you’ve selected your C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> packageand cruise holiday, simply contact your local travel agentor our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team on 13 24 94 (AU) or0800 780 716 (NZ) during the following business hours(Sydney time):Monday to Friday 7am - 8pm, S<strong>at</strong>urday 8am - 5pmWhen you’re ready to book, please make sure you havethe following inform<strong>at</strong>ion on hand:1. Cruise detailsWhen making a booking we ask for the ship name, cruisenumber and departure d<strong>at</strong>e. These are shown in the pricepanel on the itinerary pages of the P&O <strong>Cruises</strong> brochure.Please remember th<strong>at</strong> wedding c<strong>eremonies</strong> can onlybe held on board while the ship is in port on the day ofembark<strong>at</strong>ion (allowing your chosen celebrant to embarkand disembark prior to sail away).2. Cabin detailsWe need to know your chosen cabin c<strong>at</strong>egory and howmany passengers will be occupying the cabin.For further details please view the deck plans <strong>at</strong>pocruises.com.au (AU) or pocruises.co.nz (NZ) or in thecurrent P&O <strong>Cruises</strong> brochure.3. Passenger detailsWe require the full name including title, first name,middle name, surname and gender for each passengeras it appears on their passport. Details from othergovernment issued photo identific<strong>at</strong>ion can be providedfor passengers travelling on any cruise th<strong>at</strong> does not visita foreign port - eg: Driver’s Licence.4. D<strong>at</strong>e of birthA d<strong>at</strong>e of birth for each passenger is required <strong>at</strong> the timeof booking.5. Address and contact detailsWe require the full mailing address and contacttelephone number for each passenger <strong>at</strong> the time ofbooking. To receive timely inform<strong>at</strong>ion regarding yourcruise, we will also ask for an email address.6. Medical, dietary and mobility requirementsPlease advise <strong>at</strong> the time of booking if you have anycondition th<strong>at</strong> requires medical <strong>at</strong>tention, medic<strong>at</strong>ion orspecial tre<strong>at</strong>ment, including pregnancy. If you are notfully mobile and use mobility aids (whether permanentlyor periodically), please let us know <strong>at</strong> the time ofbooking. Passengers who need assistance should alwaysbe accompanied by a carer to help with day to dayactivities as our crew and medical staff are unable to actas personal carers.7. Group detailsPlease provide the number of guests <strong>at</strong>tending theceremony. Wedding packages require a minimum of10 guests travelling with you. Our c<strong>eremonies</strong> typicallyaccommod<strong>at</strong>e up to 30 <strong>at</strong>tendees. For larger groups,please consult our Telephone Sales and Service teamor your travel agent to discuss availability and groupdiscount r<strong>at</strong>es.8. Terms and ConditionsPlease ensure you read our ‘Terms and Conditions’ in thecurrent P&O <strong>Cruises</strong> brochure or <strong>at</strong> pocruises.com.au (AU)or pocruises.co.nz (NZ). When you make payment foryour C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> package, you accept our termsand conditions on behalf of the couple.Finalising your bookingYou will be given a booking reference number <strong>at</strong> theconclusion of your cruise booking. Next, complete andsubmit our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> applic<strong>at</strong>ion form, available<strong>at</strong> pocruises.com.au (AU) or pocruises.co.nz (NZ). Pleaseremember to st<strong>at</strong>e any Extra touches for your day youwould like to include.Our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team or your travel agent willcontact you to finalise and confirm your ceremonyand cruise booking. At this stage, full payment of yourC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> package will be required, togetherwith deposit payment for your cruise. We offer thefollowing payment options:• Credit/Debit card (payments incur an additional 1%service fee) – we accept Visa, MasterCard, AmericanExpress or Diners• Internet transfer – please use your booking numberin the reference field• travel agents may offer different payment options.You will then receive an email confirm<strong>at</strong>ion of yourC<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> booking. Please review these detailscarefully.You will be given a Group Code Number which you canquote when making a cruise booking for your friends andfamily through your travel agent or with our TelephoneSales and Service team.20
Countdown checklist18 months to 90 days priorDecide on a cruise destin<strong>at</strong>ion and celebr<strong>at</strong>ion d<strong>at</strong>eStart your guest list. Inform your family and friends of the potential cruise and d<strong>at</strong>e of celebr<strong>at</strong>ionCheck availability and reserve celebr<strong>at</strong>ion d<strong>at</strong>e with our Telephone Sales and Service team or yourtravel agentRead and understand the C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> terms and conditionsComplete the C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> online applic<strong>at</strong>ion form to finalise special instructions and securethe d<strong>at</strong>eYour travel agent or our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team to re-confirm your ceremony booking andcruise bookingOrganise travel insurancePay deposit for cruise holiday and full payment for C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> packageTake note of your booking number and group code number and pass this on to family and friendswho are travelling with you to celebr<strong>at</strong>e the occasionFamily and friends to call our Telephone Sales and Service team or travel agent, quoting the groupcode number, to book their cruise holidayReview your ceremony summary/confirm<strong>at</strong>ionFor wedding c<strong>eremonies</strong>, find and book your registered celebrant (ensure your celebrant is availablebetween 11am – 7pm)For wedding c<strong>eremonies</strong>, apply for the appropri<strong>at</strong>e licence and return to your celebrant no l<strong>at</strong>er than45 days prior to your celebr<strong>at</strong>ion d<strong>at</strong>eEnsure you have a valid passport and check your visa requirements (if applicable)21
90 to 70 days priorFor wedding c<strong>eremonies</strong>, remember to speak with your celebrant about your vows (please notec<strong>eremonies</strong> must not exceed 30 minutes)If applicable, ensure the appropri<strong>at</strong>e licence is valid and with your celebrantFinalise payment on your cruise and any ‘Extra Touches’ as per your booking confirm<strong>at</strong>ionReview cruise document<strong>at</strong>ion70 to 35 days priorAdd any last minute ‘Extra Touches’Review final ceremony summary/confirm<strong>at</strong>ion (sent approxim<strong>at</strong>ely 30 days prior to sailing)Provide your travel agent or our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team with your music playlistProvide your travel agent or our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> team with you celebrant’s security details,including full name, n<strong>at</strong>ionality, d<strong>at</strong>e of birth, drivers licence/passport number and expiry d<strong>at</strong>e.Your celebrant must present their photo identific<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>at</strong> embark<strong>at</strong>ionYour ceremony dayEnsure you have your passport, visas (if applicable), cruise document<strong>at</strong>ion, final ceremonysummary/confirm<strong>at</strong>ion, travel insurance policy, medic<strong>at</strong>ion (if required), ceremony <strong>at</strong>tire, andany other personal items you may require for your ceremony in your carry on baggageCheck in all other luggageMeet with our C<strong>eremonies</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Sea</strong> coordin<strong>at</strong>or who will take you onboard and familiarise you withthe schedule for your special dayAfter your ceremony, ensure th<strong>at</strong> you keep your marriage certific<strong>at</strong>e in a safe place until you disembark22
Prices may be withdrawn or varied <strong>at</strong> any time. To be read in conjunction with the P&O <strong>Cruises</strong> ‘Terms andConditions’ available <strong>at</strong> www.pocruises.com.au/html/booking-conditions.cfm. While all the inform<strong>at</strong>ion iscorrect <strong>at</strong> the time of public<strong>at</strong>ion, some details could possibly change. Carnival plc trading as P&O <strong>Cruises</strong>.ABN 23 107 998 443. 2TA 5580. Issued February 2011. IHAU PO Box 2006 North Sydney NSW 2059 | Email: inform<strong>at</strong>ion@pocruises.com.au | Fax (02) 8424 9161NZ PO Box 155045, Wellesley Street, Auckland | Email: inform<strong>at</strong>ion@pocruises.co.nz | Fax (09) 368 921623
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