Q.  We're visiting so many countries. What about currency?  

A.  Although many of the places you will visit will have their own currency, U.S. dollars are readily accepted - as are traveler's checks and major credit cards.  Money is also easily exchanged at local banks.

Q.  Are shore excursions available?  

A.  Yes, and there are many choices in each port.  You will receive a detailed booklet describing each shore excursion when you board.  You may not book the shore excursions in advance, but we suggest contacting the on-board office as soon as you embark.

Q.  How will we know what is going on each day?  

A.  Each evening before you retire, your room steward will deliver a program of all the available activities for the next day.

Q.  What about my laundry?  

A.  Complete laundry, pressing, and dry-cleaning facilities are available on board.  Ironing rooms, coin-operated washers and dryers are also available for your use.

Q.  Will I get seasick? 

A.  Probably not.  Most large passenger ships are all equipped with stabilizing "fins" that counteract more than 80% of the roll of a ship, so motion sickness is now relatively uncommon on the high seas.