10 Tips before embarking for the cruise season in Brazil

The cruise season in Brazil has already begun. This year, 490,000 beds will be available, an increase of 13% compared to 2017. If you haven’t chosen your vacation destination yet and intend to buy a transatlantic package, it’s good to know that this is a very different trip.

For example, many people forget that most of their time will be spent inside the… ship! O awesome.club gives you some tips to enjoy the moments on the high seas. Check out.

If your cruise only travels along the Brazilian coast or countries in South America, you just need to present your RG. If the destination is other continents, it is necessary to take the passport with at least six months of validity after the beginning of the departure.

The purchase of the ticket does not guarantee you entry visas in the countries you will visit. That responsibility is yours. To avoid a headache, review which places the cruise will pass or you will risk losing the money you invested. And the worst: staying on land.

Some Caribbean islands and the Bahamas require an international vaccination certificate from tourists. In Brazil it is issued by Anvisa (National Health Surveillance Agency). If you do not have this document, you will not be able to disembark at the stop the ship makes.

A child or teenager under the age of 18 can travel alone. However, their parents or guardians must arrange for travel authorization, issued by the Federal Police. The document is also mandatory even if the under 18 is accompanied by only one of those responsible. Authorization needs to come from both.

The cruise season in Brazil coincides with the summer period in the southern hemisphere. Therefore, the recommendation is to take comfortable and light clothes, especially bathing clothes, in your luggage. If your package includes themed nights, including the gala, don’t forget to check the schedule with the company and take only what you need. As with any trip, it is forbidden to board or put items that emit heat in your suitcase, such as irons, candles, incense or lighters. Scissors, knives, food and drinks are also prohibited.

Check-in and checkout on cruise ships are similar to check-in and check-out on airplanes. The difference is that, in general, on ships, check-in closes two hours before departure. This happens because vessels are obliged by law to inform the authorities about the complete list of passengers 1 hour before departure. As in airports, ship passengers go through immigration, where passports are checked, and after that, bags are handed over.

The packages offered by the companies include practically everything, from meals to shows on board to access to courts, bars, pools and drinks to accompany meals. Depending on the type of package purchased, it allows the intake of alcoholic beverages, in the all inclusive system. In other cases, the tourist is offered a package. What is not included in the package are tours at the ship’s stops, access to the casino and services offered at the spa. It is important that you read the contract carefully so as not to fall into traps.

There is no problem with you being locked in your cabin for the entire trip. You can even have all your meals there if you want. However, think about it. How many times will you have the opportunity to visit an immense structure that resembles a true resort on the waters? So enjoy. Use everything you’re entitled to and make sure there are so many fun options available that you won’t even have time to check them all out.

Your cell phone’s data package will hardly work on the high seas. However, some ships provide connection space. Another option to post that selfie of you on the ship is to buy a package to access Wi-Fi, however, they tend to be quite expensive.

Have no doubt. Regardless of the size of the vessel, the ship will rock. This intensity will depend on the tide and winds. And yes, you will feel nauseous. However, your body will get used to it quickly. If in doubt, take medication for nausea. And if there is any problem, do not hesitate to ask the crew for help. Good trip!

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