MSF Cruise for a Cause® 2012
MSF Cruise for a Cause is an Educational and Life Changing Experience
Join us for our 7 night voyage leaving on April 29th from Port Canaveral, Florida to Labadee, Haiti; Falmouth, Jamaica; George Town, Grand Cayman; and Cozumel, Mexico.
These four ports are the gems of the Western Caribbean.
Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas offers an indoor promenade, a rock-climbing wall, an ice-skating rink (with ice shows), Johnny Rockets, the Promenade Cafe, Ben & Jerry's, specialty restaurants, state-of-the-art conference centers, first class entertainment, and so much more. It is as though they decided to float a small city.
Now entering its eleventh year, the MSF Cruise for a Cause provides an empowering adventure. Traveling with fellow MS cruisers, their families, as well as healthcare professionals, and of course, MSF staff, the trip is an unforgettable experience. With the magnificent, sun-drenched and exotic Caribbean ports, the Freedom of the Seas will make our 2012 Cruise for a Cause a dream come true for people with MS.
Some people with MS face unique challenges when traveling. You may feel that you can no longer travel safely or comfortably. But these hurdles can be overcome, and the MSF Cruise for a Cause is a great place to start. Onboard, courteous and attentive staff caters to your needs.
On days at sea, the MSF Cruise for a Cause offers a variety of onboard workshops and discussion groups on vital topics of particular interest to people with MS. Leading MS neurologists and other healthcare professionals present the latest information on MS research and treatments, and offer practical advice and solutions to help you live with MS. In addition, onboard support group meetings serve to motivate and inspire both people with MS and caregivers.
Those having joined us on previous MSF cruises have called it a life-changing experience. They learned not just about MS and its issues, but more about themselves as well. For many, the "bar has been raised" on what they can do. Lasting friendships, a warm family atmosphere, exciting ports, lots of fun, and memories to last a lifetime are but a few of the benefits.
Labadee is on a peninsula on the north coast of Hispaniola, otherwise known as Haiti. Hispaniola was the name Christopher Columbus gave to the entire island shared by the Dominican Republic and Haiti. The totally safe and private compound provides guests an opportunity to experience the magnificent beauty of this region. Royal Caribbean has made improvements and updated this island paradise to include a new water park (additional entrance fee). This island, with five different beach areas, offers more than just a beach experience. A number of the optional excursions allow a glimpse into the local culture and its rich history. The ship docks offshore and guest will be tendered to shore.
Falmouth, Jamaica is like a step back in time. It may not appear so at first glance, but quaint Falmouth was an economic powerhouse and center for dramatic social change during the English Colonial Period. Visitors still enjoy 19th-century Georgian architecture as well as river bamboo raft rides, arts and crafts shopping, flavorful local fare and horse-and-buggy rides through town. Falmouth also serves as the gateway to the best Jamaica has to offer. Just east of Falmouth is Ocho Rios, best known for its spectacular Dunn’s River Falls. Travel west to reach Montego Bay and the beautiful beaches of Negril, a two-hour drive from Falmouth. Thanks to its central location, Falmouth gives visitors the best tour experiences of the north coast of Jamaica.
Grand Cayman is one of a group of three magnificent tropical islands Christopher Columbus called "Las Tortugas" (the turtles) for the sea creatures he found in the ocean water. The designation did not endure, however, for on later maps the islands were labeled the Caimanau, the Carib Indian word for "crocodile." The name "Caimanas" refers inaccurately to the iguanas native to the islands, which were perhaps at one point mistaken for crocodiles.
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure: snorkeling with stingrays at Stingray City Sandbar. These relatively tame creatures will swim right into your arms as they glide around you. They have velvety soft skin and love to have their bellies rubbed. Despite their frightening name, they are very gentle and won't hurt you as long as you stay away from their tails. Take a tour through the charming city of George Town, the capital of the Cayman Islands. Stop at the town of Hell, whose name was inspired by its unusual rock formations. Visit the Turtle Farm, an interactive sea-turtle nursery where green and hawksbill turtles are bred and raised.
Explore a seemingly endless stretch of magnificent coastline at Grand Cayman's world-famous Seven-Mile Beach.
Sail the beautiful waters of the North Sounds, stopping by Stingray City, aboard a 60-foot racing catamaran.
Surround yourself with exotic marine life and huge coral formations as you explore the underwater world in a submarine.
Experience a bird's-eye perspective of Grand Cayman on an exciting helicopter tour.
Swim with stingrays, dolphins, and turtles and complete this adventure tour at Tiki Beach on Seven Mile Beach.
Your adventure awaits!
The Mayan Ruins of the Yucatan Peninsula are truly a treasure to behold. These lost cities hail back to as many as 2,000 years ago, when the Mayas were practicing such mathematical genius as astronomy and physics. Nobody knows what happened to the Mayas, but their legends - and their cities - live on to this day. Every visitor to Cozumel should visit the Mayan ruins. This is something truly unique to this region.
*Participation in MSF Cruise for a Cause onboard programs is limited to those who book passage via MSF’s official travel agency, Palm Beach County Cruise and Travel, Inc.
Save these dates and join us!
April 29th to May 6th, 2012 from Port Canaveral, Florida to Labadee, Haiti; Falmouth, Jamaica; George Town, Grand Cayman; and Cozumel, Mexico
Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean
Ship Freedom of the Seas
Sailing Itinerary
Day Port *** Arrive Depart Activity
Day 1 Port Canaveral, Florida 4:30 PM
Day 2 Cruising
Day 3 Labadee, Haiti 8:00 AM 4:00 PM Docked
Day 4 Falmouth, Jamaica 10:00 AM 7:00 PM Docked
Day 5 George Town, Grand Cayman 8:00 AM 4:00 PM Tendered
Day 6 Cozumel, Mexico 10:00 AM 7:00 PM Docked
Day 7 Cruising
Day 8 Port Canaveral, Florida 6:00 AM
*** All itineraries are subject to change without notice.
Cruise Pricing:
Prices subject to change and are based on availability.
Ocean View Staterooms starting from $774.00
Balcony Staterooms starting from $924.00
Inside Staterooms starting from $584.00
All prices are per person based on double occupancy.
Additional charges per person:
Port Charges, Taxes, Fees, RCCL Document Fee & Gratuities - $395.07 per person.
Number of accessible cabins is limited, book early.
For more information about the cruise email cruise@msfocus.org or call 888-673-6287.
To book your cruise, contact:
Thomas at GET IN THE GAME USA
http://www.getinthegameusa.com/
Or call Thomas at: 1-877-222-0835
We are pleased to announce Get in the Game USA has graciously pledged to make a donation to the MSF for each booking on this cruise.
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