CHAPTER III THE

ANATOMY OF
CRUISE….
OBJECTIVE
 TO DIFFERENCIATE THE SIZE AND TYPE OF SHIP.
 TO ILLUSTRATE THE TYPE OF SIZE AND GUEST
CAPACITY.
 TO DISCUSS THE MEASUREMENT OF THE SHIP.
 TO GIVE MORE CLARITY OF SPACES OF THE SHIP AND
THE SPECIFICATION.
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The cruise offers great flexibility for
almost every group size and type of
event. The range fro “mega-sized”
“floating resort” with jaw-dropping
onboard experience, to smaller, deluxe
deluxe vessels with highly personalized
service.
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HERE’S A GUIDE TO EACH CATEGORY TO
HELP YOU DECIDE WHICH IS BEST FOR YOUR
GROUP.
1. MEGA SHIP – 3,000 + GUEST
- These massive vessel are the new breed of
ship that revolutionized the concept of cruise
with such innovative feature as shipboard
“neighborhoods” and loft suite.
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- the megaship offer unique and
exciting recreation activities ranging from
zip line ride suspended nine deck, to surf
simulation, skating rinks and boxing rings.
- They boast the greatest variety
onboard shopping, dining, entertainment
and activity options.
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2. Large ship – 1600 – 299 guests
- Formerly know as “mega ship” until the
latest generation of new builds hit the seas.
- These are contemporary vessels with
multi-story atriums, a variety of restaurants
and entertainment venues, lavish production
show and latest in AV equipment.
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- Many premium ships have multi-screen
video wall; dedicated conference space well
equipped health clubs and spas. There are large
numbers of staterooms with private balcony.
- these seagoing resort offer 3 to 7 cruise to
the world’s most popular destinations. The
Bahamas, Bermuda, Caribbean, Mexico, Alaska,
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3. Mid-sized Ship- 600 – 1599 Guests
- Mid sized ships range from classic,
style, to sleek and contemporary.
- They are the mostly new vessel,
though some are more “traditional ships”
that are beautifully maintained.
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- Mid-sized ships offer a greater variety of
destination, than the larger ships and mega-
liners.
4. Small Ships – 200 – 599 Guests
- Most of these vessel cater to be sophisticated,
well- travelled passenger and provide the highest
level of service, fine bedding and deluxe
amenities.
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- Many vessel in this category offer one
seating in the dining room, the most
leisurely way to dine.
- They are delightful for half ship charters
and full charters, depending on group size
and timing of their more exotic itineraries in
Mediterranean, Baltic, Costa Rica, and Asia.
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5. Intimate Ship – fewer than 220 Guests.
- Brochure refer to them as “all-suite vessel”,
Offering the ultimate in luxury accommodation
and amenities.
- Most ships in this category offer on “all
inclusive” cruise experience, with contemporary
open bar, fine wines with meals, receptionist and
gratuities.
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- Worldwide itinerary includes Europe,
South America, India Ocean, Asia, and
the Caribbean: calling at ports that are
both glamorous and off- the beaten track.
- Short 4, 5, and7, days cruise are
sometimes available, but longer voyage
(10+days) are the norm.
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- Plan to charter two years ahead to
carve out a shorter itinerary. Beautiful
sailing ships are river vessels may also fall
into this category.
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