Once Onboard
- What is the dress code on board?
- Will I have an assigned dinnertime and can I sit with my friends?
- What cuisine options are available on board?
- Can special diets be accommodated?
- What shore excursions are available in Grand Cayman, and how do I book them?
- Can I call home from the ship?
- Is there an emergency number where people can contact me?
- Is there Internet available?
- Is there childcare available?
- What are the onboard policies and procedures?
What is the dress code on board?
The dress code for Perfecto at Sea is much more relaxed than a normal cruise. Just be comfortable! The only thing we ask is that you don't wear bathing suits or ripped clothing in the dining room. There will be one "formal night" onboard that you are welcome to get a little more gussied up for, but even that is more casual than black tie.
Additionally, we'll announce a few "theme nights" as we get closer to cruise time. Although they are by no means required, we hope everyone will join in the fun!
Will I have an assigned dinnertime and can I sit with my friends?
Carnival will offer Open Seating in the formal dining rooms each night, which means you can dine at your leisure during their operating hours.
If you want to sit with specific people for dinner, you should simply arrive together at the dining room. The dining room staff will then seat your group at a table. To best accommodate seating a group together, please early, as tables may fill up and large groups may not be able to be accommodated all at one table.
There are also plenty of other more casual dining options like the poolside grill, Deli and the Lido Deck Brasserie Buffet Restaurant
What cuisine options are available on board?
There is no shortage of food onboard - enjoy a quick snack out by the pool, hit the buffet or enjoy 24 hour room service...that's all included in your cabin price! The buffet includes all types of food around the clock, so if you're looking for a sandwich, salad, international cuisine, or just a slice of pizza, your cravings will be satisfied.
Additionally, the formal dining rooms offer a nicer, sit-down meal for the times you're more interested in being waited on. View sample menus here:
These meals are also included in your cruise price.
Can special diets be accommodated?
Guests with diet requirements can be accommodated on board. We do not have Dieticians onboard; therefore, we can only offer assistance with simple requests such as the method of preparation of menu items. The special diet requirements need to be arranged with the guest's Headwaiter on the first night of the cruise. Every menu (in the dining room) has Spa Carnival Cuisine Fare. These items are lower in calories, sodium, cholesterol and fat. Salads are prepared with diet dressing. Desserts are prepared with Sweet'N Low or NutraSweet instead of sugar. In addition, each menu has one vegetarian entree. Low-cholesterol egg substitute is available upon request as well as diet jellies at breakfast.
The following simple diets can be prepared onboard:
- Vegetarian
- Salt-free
- Bland
- Low sugar
The following food is not available onboard:
- Kosher meals
- Baby Food and Formula
What shore excursions are available in Grand Cayman, and how do I book them?
Carnival does offer a variety of shore excursion the day we'll be in Grand Cayman.
Visit this link for the most up-to-date listing of available excursions.
You will not be able to book a shore excursion until you have your booking number (3-5 weeks prior to cruise time), and, pending availability, you will also be able to book your excursion once we get on board.
Can I call home from the ship?
You can dial direct via satellite from the phone in your cabin 24 hours a day regardless of the ship's location (until 4AM Monday morning). The rate is $6.99 per minute for calls to the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico and $9.99 per minute for all International calls and will be billed to your sail and sign card (no calling cards/credit cards/800#s or collect calls).
In addition, some Carnival ships allow the use of personal cell phones. Your cell phone company's roaming charges may apply.
Is there an emergency number where people can contact me?
Friends and family may call guests on board via Maritime Telecommunications Network (MTN) Shore-to-Ship telephone service. The rate is $9.50 per minute from the US; additional long distance charges may apply from outside the US (charges must be applied to the caller's credit card: MC/Visa/Amex/Discover/Diner's Club)
The caller will need our ship's name (Inspiration) and the guest's name and cabin number.
1-877 CCLSHIP (1-877-225-7447) from the U.S.
1-732-335-3284 from Canada and outside the U.S.
Maritime Telecommunications Network Customer Service Desk: 800 799-2411
Is there Internet available?
The Internet is accessed via our C-band satellite system and utilizes state-of-the-art compression and acceleration technologies to deliver the best guest experience in the cruise industry. As a result, guests can feel right at home while surfing the Internet at sea.
Internet Café Price List:
To utilize the Internet service, the below options are available. Please note that the Internet pricing options are identical, whether an Internet Café terminal is utilized, or a laptop. All Internet access charges will be billed directly to the guest's onboard “Sail & Sign” Account.
An initial one-time Activation Fee of $3.95 applies to each user.
A basic time charge of $0.75 per minute (“Pay-As-You-Go”) is available. Minutes are rounded to the next full minute.
Discounted "Time Plans" offer guests the opportunity to enjoy a lower per-minute rate. These "Time Plans" do not have to be used in a single session and can be used anytime throughout the cruise until debarkation; No refund for unused minutes. Upgrading selected pricing option is not available. Plans are subject to change.
30 minutes for $16.50 ($0.55 per minute)
60 minutes for $24.00 ($0.40 per minute)
Is there childcare available?
Carnival will still run its Camp Carnival program for kids up to 17 years old, and will offer babysitting for an additional charge. Please visit this site and click the Camp Carnival link for complete details.
What are the onboard policies and procedures?
Sixthman, LLC has a zero tolerance policy regarding the use, possession, purchase, or distribution of illegal controlled substances. Any violation of this policy will result in disembarkation from the vessel, as well as the individuals being turned over to the local law enforcement officials for appropriate legal action. In such cases, Sixthman, LLC and CCL shall not be liable for any refund or other compensation or damages.
