Family & Friends Cruise to The Bahamas

The Makings of B and In The City Destinations presents our annual Family & Friends Cruise to The Bahamas!

Are you looking for an affordable and quick getaway with you and your little one? Well, our Family & Friends Cruise to The Bahamas has you covered! All ages are welcomed, even if you do not have kids or not! We will explore the culture by enjoying the food, drinks, and adventure-filled excursions, create and connect with others, which is always the ultimate goal for any of my events. Please keep in mind this is not limited to only mothers and children, anyone is invited to attend, but all rules apply for all parties involved.

Deposits are currently $100 per person, and will increase over time.  All Final Payments for your room are due Friday, April 5, 2024.

AUTO-PAY IS OPTIONAL, BUT NOT REQUIRED. BY COMPLETING YOUR DEPOSIT, YOU ARE IN AGREEANCE OF RESPONSIBILITY OF MAKING YOUR MONTHLY PAYMENTS ON TIME. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN LATE FEES. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND BY MAKING TIMELY PAYMENTS, WE ARE ABLE TO PAY ACTIVITES, HOTELS, AND OTHER FEES ON YOUR BEHALF.

ONCE YOU PAY YOUR DEPOSIT, YOU WILL BE PLACED ON A MONTHLY SCHEDULE (IF AUTO-PAY IS SELECTED) UNTIL YOUR BALANCE IS PAID OFF.  PAYMENTS ARE DRAFTED ON THE 5TH OF EACH MONTH UNTIL FINAL PAYMENT DUE DATE.  FINAL PAYMENTS ARE DUE FRIDAY, APRIL 5, 2024, NO EXCEPTIONS! FOR CONCERNS REGARDING PAYMENTS OR TO MAKE FINAL PAYMENTS SOONER THAN THE FINAL DEADLINE, PLEASE CONTACT US.

What's included in this trip:

• Welcome Gift from The Makings of B & Sponsors
• Group Host & Concierge to ensure you have everything you need for the trip
• Group Chat to stay updated with members of the trip
• Your stateroom, featuring the Carnival Comfort Bed Collection and nightly turndown service... additional stateroom features include a television, in-stateroom safe, individual climate control, full bathroom and ample storage space.
• Spectacular production shows and entertainment, including hysterical comedians
• Numerous lounges featuring live music and entertainment
• Fitness center
• Pools, hot tub spas and waterslides
• Year round youth programs for kids 2-17 years of age
• A variety of dining options for breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and late night in the Main Dining Room and/or Lido Restaurant.
• A variety of dining options for breakfast, lunch and snacking at specialty food spots (featured on select ships), such as but not limited to: Guy's Burger Joint, Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse, Blue Iguana Cantina, Street Eats, Big Chicken, Mongolian Wok and Ol' Fashioned BBQ.
• 24-hour Pizzeria
• 24-hour soft serve ice cream and frozen yogurt
• The following beverages served in the Main Dining Room and 24/7 in the Lido Restaurant: non-bottled water, lemonade, iced tea, hot chocolate and non-specialty coffee and tea

What's not included:

• A Major Credit Card is required at check-in to cover any anticipated room charges.
• Personal Purchases
• Transportation to and from the Miami Port (if you need assistance with this, please email us at inthecitydestinations@gmail.com )
• Airfare to the Miami Port (If you require assistance with booking your flight, click here or email us at inthecitydestinations@gmail.com)
• Travel Insurance (suggested but not required)
• Gratuities & Tips for drivers, hotel staff, tour guides etc. (gratuities on board are required, pre-paying is an option but not required)
• All activities, excursions, meals, and drinks not previously mentioned
• Dining in specialty restaurants and snacking at cafes and lounges (featured on select ships)
• 'Steakhouse Selections' served in the Main Dining Room
• Dr. Seuss Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast
• 24-hour room service (charges may apply)
• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic bar beverages (excluding beverages served in the Main Dining Room and Lido Restaurant such as non-bottled water, lemonade, iced tea, select juices, hot chocolate and non-specialty coffee and tea)
• Gift Shop purchases
• Purchases at Cherry on Top and Special Occasions (featured on select ships)
• Spa treatments, Salon services and select fitness classes
• Gambling in the casino
• Playing Bingo and Deal or No Deal™
• Video Arcade games
• Art Auction Program (featured on select ships)
• Carnival Adventures Shore Excursions
• Photos
• Internet access and 'chat' option on the HUB app
• Use of your smartphone
• Ship-to-Shore telephone calls
• Medical services
• Laundry services (valet or self-service)

Entry Requirements:

• A U.S. Passport OR a Birth Certificate AND Unexpired Government-Issued Photo ID
• U.S. Passport: unexpired and valid for 6 months beyond travel
• Birth Certificate: government -issued, original or copy
• Photo ID: unexpired, government-issued for guests ages 16 and older
• More details on documentation required for U.S. Citizens: https://help.goccl.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1406
• More details on documentation required for NON U.S. Citizens: https://help.goccl.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1405

*Traveling with Minors: When traveling with a minor where one parent or both parents or legal guardians are not cruising, we strongly recommend bringing an original signed letter from the absent parent(s) or legal guardians authorizing the minor to travel with you. If there is no second parent with legal claims to the minor (due to sole custody, deceased, etc.) other relevant paperwork, such as a court decision, death certificate, birth certificate naming only one parent, would be useful to bring in place of a signed letter. This will expedite processing by the Department of Homeland Security.*

Please keep in mind failure to comply with Carnival's Protocols could result in attendee not being able to cruise. No refunds will be allowed.

Itinerary:

• Monday - Departure from Miami, Florida at 3:30 PM
• Tuesday - Fun Day At Sea
• Wednesday  - Arrive to Half Moon Cay, Bahamas 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Thursday - Arrive to Nassau, Bahamas 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Friday - Arrival back to Miami, Florida at 8:00 AM

Covid-19 Protocols:

• Fully Vaccinated Guest  - there will be no pre-cruise testing for fully vaccinated guests booked on cruises with itineraries 5 days or less.
• Fully Unvaccinated Guest  - Irrespective of voyage length, in-terminal testing for unvaccinated guests on the day of departure is not required. Except where differences are specified, all unvaccinated guests age 2 and older must provide the negative result of a lab-administered or supervised self-administered PCR or antigen COVID test taken up to 3 days before embarkation.* (For example, if the sailing is on Saturday, the test may be taken any time from Wednesday.)

Read more details here regarding Covid-19 Protocols. https://www.carnival.com/Legal/covid-19-legal-notices/covid-19-guest-protocols.aspx

Please keep in mind failure to comply with Carnival's Protocols could result in attendee not being able to cruise. No refunds will be allowed.

Payment & Cancellation Policy:

• All payments made are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Travel protection is strongly suggested but not required
• All payments, returns, refunds, and cancellations are at the discretion of In The City Destinations &The Makings of B, LLC.
• Payment Plans are available and will be calculated based on your room selection.
• All Final Payments are due by April 5, 2024, NO EXCEPTIONS!
• At checkout you have the option to set up auto-pay, if you do not select this option you are still responsible for making timely payments. Failure to do so will result in late fees.
• PAYMENTS ARE DRAFTED ON THE 5TH OF EACH MONTH UNTIL FINAL PAYMENT DUE DATE.
• Any changes made after your initial deposit is $50 + per change. This includes name or room changes.
• Any payments not received by the payment deadline will result in immediate cancellation to your reservation, which is NON-REFUNDABLE.
• If you have to rebook the amount you initially paid may increase.
• You must ensure that not only you but your roommate is also making timely payments or you will be held responsible for any remaining balances.
• Gratuities on board are required, pre-paying is an option but not required.
• If you have any special request or room preferences, please notify us first before booking. This may result in a price change.
• If you change your mind about adding travel protection after you book your trip, please keep in mind this can only be done up to 72 hours after booking. After this, travel protection can not be added.

Any additional questions, comments, concerns, or for sponsorship opportunities email us at inthecitydestinations@gmail.com