Announcing The Clover Hill High School Marching Cavaliers 2015 Performance Tour Cruise To The Bahamas April 17 22, 2015 Clover Hill Band
Bahamas Performance Tour 2015 Information Packet Please take the time to carefully read this packet of information regarding the trip. Enclosed you will find helpful tips for our field trip and forms that need to be returned. A tentative itinerary is also attached. Passport It is mandatory to have a US Passport to travel to the Bahamas. Any person not having a passport will not be allowed to board the ship and will not receive a refund for their cruise. Everyone needs to send to Mr. Conley a copy of the inside of your passport, by October 15, 2014. Attitude and Behavior Each student is a representative of our band, our school, Chesterfield County and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Students must behave in a manner that will reflect positively upon themselves and the organization they represent, at all times. Chesterfield County Public School Policy This trip is an official school field trip. All the rules regarding attitude, behavior, dress, alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs, over the counter drugs, and prescription drugs are applicable as stated by the Chesterfield County Schools Standards for Student Conduct. Please consult your student handbook for specific information. Please recall the zero tolerance policy regarding drugs, alcohol and tobacco products. Mr. Conley s rules: At no time, may a student enter the cabin of a student of the opposite sex. Unless stated otherwise, all students will be in their cabins at 11:00 p.m. and lights out, TV s off, etc. at 11:30 p.m. Students may not leave their rooms during the night, unless there is an emergency. A chaperone will be on duty in the hall every night to monitor our security. Remember: our chaperone groups will stay together at all times off the ship. While on board, students are responsible to inform their chaperone of their location. Once assigned, you may not change chaperone groups. Ship Rules
We want your cruise to be a pleasant experience. The following rules will be enforced. 1. No Noise in cabin areas after 11:00 pm 2. Abuse of physical property will not be tolerated 3. No abusive or offensive language 4. No drinking of alcoholic beverages for those under the age of 21 5. Purchase, possession and consumption of illegal drugs will not be tolerated. 6. Large radios ( boom boxes ) are not permitted on board. Headphones must be used with radios on deck The Bars and casinos on board ship are off-limits to the students. Drugs are prevalent in the Bahamas. Keep in mind that the majority of people trying to sell drugs are undercover agents, however, should you be approached to buy any type of drug JUST SAY NO! Should anyone be arrested in the Bahamas, you are out of the jurisdiction of the United States government and will be at the mercy of the Bahamian Government. Their jails are very outdated and their justice system harsh. Any incident will not be tolerated. Failure to comply with the above alcohol and illegal drugs guidelines set by the Cruise Line, Super Holiday Tours, and Clover Hill High School may result in the offender(s) being removed from the ship once we reach the next port of call. The offender(s) will have to make their own arrangements to arrive back home at his/her own expense and for the chaperone that has to stay with them until their parents arrive. Clover Hill High School will not be liable for your child s illegal conduct - the parent/guardian will be held responsible. This will be costly, perhaps as much as $3,000. Traveling From Clover Hill to Port Charleston & Back We will depart CHHS early Friday evening. I suggest bringing some light snacks and no more than two cans of beverage with you for the southbound trip. We are planning a breakfast stop. You will need money to buy breakfast. We will go directly from CHHS to board the Fantasy 5. This means the clothes you wear on the bus will be the clothes you wear to board. Each passenger must have in their own possession travel documents including Passport and his or her own tickets when checking in at Embarkation. These items will be collected and distributed by your chaperone. In a small carry-on bag, pack basic essential toiletry articles to "freshen-up" upon arrival to your cabin and your swimsuit. Your suitcases will be delivered to your cabin. You may not have access to the suitcase until Friday afternoon. The bus ride northbound will include one fast food meal stop students will need to have money. Bus Etiquette We will be traveling in 55 passenger coaches with a lavatory. All seats will be in use. The buses will contain a video system remember we only watch PG 13, PG, and G rated movies. It should have Wi-Fi and power outlets, too (no guarantee) Limitations No food or beverages of any kind may be brought on ship. This includes bottled water. Fruits and vegetables are not permitted from a foreign country into the United States. There is a costly fine.
What to Wear The weather should be very comfortable. Shorts and t-shirts will be the normal dress during the day. (T-shirts with offensive slogans are prohibited.) Don t forget your bathing suits, and please make sure the style is in good taste. (No string bikinis or thongs) During the daytime, dress in the dining room is not formal. You may also wear your bathing suit with a cover-up while in the dining areas. Shoes must be worn at all times. (Sandals are acceptable.) We do dress up for the dinners all three nights. No jeans, shorts, or t-shirts are allowed in the dining room at night. The following is suggested: Informal Ladies: dress pants, casual dress or skirt and blouse. Gentlemen: dress pants, polo shirt or open collar shirt without tie Formal Captain s Dinner Ladies: can wear prom dresses, any dressy Sunday dress or a semi-formal dress will be fine. Gentlemen: dress slacks and shirt, sport coat, and tie. A tuxedo is also appropriate but not required. Activities and Costs on Ship and in the Bahamas Sail and Sign: No cash is accepted for purchases onboard ship. All passengers must use a Sail and Sign card for all ship purchases. Your Sail and Sign account must be set up with a valid credit card, cash, or travelers check upon check-in. No business or personal checks of any kind will be accepted. The birth date of the cardholder is entered into the master computer on the ship and anyone under the age of 21 will not be able to purchase alcohol. It is not necessary to buy any extra food on board ship with all that is available. Iced tea, water, milk, and coffee/tea are included with meals. Juices are offered at breakfast. Soft drinks onboard ships are approximately $2.50 per 20 oz bottle, which does not include a gratuity. An Unlimited Soft Drink Card can be purchased for about $20. This card provides unlimited fountain soft drinks, not bottled or canned items. Swimming Swimming will only be permitted if parental permission is granted. A swimming pool is available on the ship with no lifeguard on duty. Be safe, horseplay will not be tolerated. 24 Hour Medical Supervision A doctor is on board 24 hours a day should any medical attention be required. A professional fee will be charged for medical examinations and medication required. Luggage We will be unloading in a central location and everyone will have to carry their respective luggage to customs. At customs, baggage will be taken directly to the appropriate room (everyone needs to make sure their luggage tags are on the bags with the correct cabin number). On the last night everyone will be instructed to place their bags outside the stateroom for pickup and everyone will pick up their respective bags on the pier, (again, bag needs to be clearly marked).
In your Garment Bag Complete Uniform to be determined White Band T-Shirt Dinkles/ Guard Shoes - maybe Bahamas Tour Check List Instrument/Performing Equipment Instrument/ Flags Spare reeds/valve oil/extra drum heads/whatever it takes! In Your Small, Carry On Bag Personal toiletry items Small water bottle for the bus Camera Swimsuit Light water resistant jacket Suntan lotion (sunscreen 30+ to be safe!) Hat Power bar/snacks for the bus G, PG, or PG 13 Movies for viewing (optional)
CLOVER HILL HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING CAVALIERS TENTATIVE ITINERARY APRIL 17-22, 2015 Day 1 April 17 th 12:30 PM Arrive PORT of CHARLESTON / CARNIVAL CRUISE Terminal for the CARNIVAL FANTASY, Board Ship - Your Festivals at Sea representative (TBD) will meet you upon arrival and assist with boarding and check-in procedures. * IMPORTANT * Sail & Sign Credit Card Payments should be made at check-in. Cash Payments must be done at the Purser s Desk, preferably prior to the orientation. You will be unable to make purchases onboard until you activate your Sail & Sign card. LUNCH Buffet - Served from 12:30-3:30pm on Lido Deck. 4:00 PM The CARNIVAL FANTASY, a Fun Ship Superliner, Sets Sail for THE BAHAMAS! Passenger LIFEBOAT DRILL (Mandatory) - Listen for the announcement to attend your lifeboat drill. It's a sea-going tradition that you'll find fun and informative. 5:00 PM WELCOME ONBOARD ORIENTATION Meeting & Social in the ELECTRICITY NIGHT CLUB (Mandatory) - Meet your Festivals at Sea representative and ship s security officers to learn about the ship and your cruise to The Bahamas. Information on customs rules and regulations, onboard activities and more! Refreshments will be served. 8:00 PM DINNER in your respective dining room (no shorts or swimming attire). Day 2 Aprl 18 th BREAKFAST - Open sitting or a buffet breakfast on Lido Deck from 7:00-10:30am. Onboard Fun Day at Sea Enjoy some of the many activities on board today. 9:00 AM REHEARSAL UNIVERSE LOUNGE until 10:00am. 12:00 PM LUNCH - Open sitting, served until 2:00pm or a buffet lunch served on Lido Deck from 12:00-2:30pm. 5:00 PM PUBLIC PERFORMANCE UNIVERSE LOUNGE until 6:00pm. 8:00 PM CRUISE ELEGANT EVENING dinner in your respective dining room. Day 3 April 19 th BREAKFAST - Open sitting or a buffet breakfast on Lido Deck from 7:00-10:30am. 8:00 AM Arrive NASSAU, BAHAMAS! - Your adventure includes white sandy beaches and the numerous dutyfree shops of Nassau. 12:00 PM LUNCH - Open sitting, served until 2:00pm or a buffet lunch served on Lido Deck from 12:00-2:30pm. 5:00 PM The FANTASY Departs NASSAU 6:00 PM KARAOKE PARTY CAT S LOUNGE until 7:00pm. 8:00 PM DINNER in your respective dining room.
Day 4 April 20 th BREAKFAST - Open sitting or a buffet breakfast on Lido Deck from 7:00-10:30am. 8:00 AM Arrive FREEPORT, BAHAMAS! - Spend the day enjoying the beautiful setting of this tropical island paradise. Snorkel, Para-sail, Jet Ski or enjoy some of the miles of white sandy beach. For the serious shopper, Freeport dazzles with dozens of duty-free shops at the International Bazaar and Lucaya Marketplace. 12:00 PM LUNCH - Open sitting, served until 2:00pm or a buffet lunch served on Lido Deck from 12:00-2:30pm. 5:00 PM The FANTASY Departs FREEPORT, BAHAMS. 8:00 PM CRUISE ELEGANT EVENING dinner in your respective dining room. Day 5 April 21 st BREAKFAST - Open sitting or a buffet breakfast on Lido Deck from 7:00-10:30am. Onboard Fun Day at Sea Enjoy some of the many activities on board today. 12:00 PM LUNCH - Open sitting, served until 2:00pm or a buffet lunch served on Lido Deck from 12:00-2:30pm. 5:00 PM DEBARKATION BRIEFING ELECTRICITY NIGHT CLUB until 6:00pm. (MANDATORY) 8:00 PM DINNER in your respective dining room. Day 6 April 22 nd BREAKFAST - Open sitting or a buffet breakfast on Lido Deck from 7:00-9:30am. 8:00 AM Arrive PORT of CHARLESTON - Expect to wait as long as 2 hours for the disembarkation process. Passengers will not be permitted to leave the ship until it has been cleared by U.S. Customs. DISEMBARK SHIP, Leave for Home Very Important! All aspects of this itinerary are subject to change. Make sure to review the Carnival Capers found in your cabin each morning to reconfirm times and locations for all meal functions. Arrival times at the Ports of Call may vary slightly. Consult your Festivals at Sea representative onboard for information or any other questions you may have.
Clover Hill High School Marching Cavaliers Bahamas Performance Cruise 2015 Permission and Medical Release Form has permission to travel on the 2015 Marching Cavaliers Performance Cruise Tour to the Bahamas April 17-22, 2015. We will travel via charter buses to Port Charleston, S.C. and board Carnival Cruise Line s Fantasy 5 for a six-day, five-night cruise. In the event of an emergency, I/we give Steve Conley, or a chaperone with the group, permission to seek medical assistance for our child. We understand and accept full responsibility for abiding by all policies listed in the Information Packet and the following guidelines: No consumption of alcoholic beverages onboard the vessel. No entering the casinos, or gambling. No entering of lounges designated for adults. No disturbances in hallways or public areas. No abuse of physical property. Alcoholic beverages will not be permitted to be brought aboard vessel. Students under the age of 21 may not purchase alcoholic beverages on board the vessel. No use of illegal substances or illegal drugs. No abusive or offensive language may be used in public, to other guests or vessel staff. No lascivious behavior. At no time, may a student enter the cabin of a student of the opposite sex. Swimming Permission During the upcoming Band Cruise to the Bahamas, students will have the opportunity to swim in the ocean as well as in the pool on board ship. Please Initial Below: My child has permission to swim during the 2015 Band Cruise. My child does not have permission to swim during the 2015 Band Cruise. We have read and agree to the above and understand that failure to comply may result in my child being put off the ship with a chaperone and sent home all at my own expense. Student Name (Please Print): Date of Birth: Student Signature: Parent/Legal Guardian (please print): Parent/Legal Guardian Signature:
Medical Information: Medications Please list on this form any known medications your child will be taking on this trip. These medications should be in the original packaging only and if prescription must be in the child s name. Insurance: I.D. Number: Group Number: Please attach a copy of your insurance card. Information: (Please Print) Student Name: Parent/Guardian Name: Address: Home Phone: Work Phone: Cell Phone: In the event you cannot be contacted, please provide two other alternate emergency phone numbers. Alternate Emergency Contact #1 Name: Relationship: Home Phone: Work Phone: Cell Phone: Alternate Emergency Contact # 2 Name: Relationship: Home Phone: Work Phone: Cell Phone: Please have this form notarized and return, with a copy of the inside of your passport, to Mr. Conley by October 15, 2014. Signature of Parent/Guardian/Custodian Date In the City/County of in the Commonwealth of Virginia, the statements hereon have been sworn to and subscribed before me this day of, in the year. Witness my hand and official: Notary Public My commission expires : Date