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"Praise him, ye heavens of heavens, and ye waters that be above the heavens" Psalm 148:4

CALIFORNIA GOSPEL MINISTRIES

We recommend bringing an original signed letter from the absent parent/legal guardian
authorizing the minor to travel with you. This will expedite processing by the
Can I sail with my infant?

Minimum age for sailing will be generally 6 months and 12 months for Transatlantic,
Hawaii and South American cruises. This is a company policy which takes into
consideration the safety and comfort of the infant as well as the other guests. Carnival
has fully researched the legality of the policy and it is not discriminatory and does not
violate any applicable law. Carnival will not make exceptions and do not allow for the
signing of waivers or releases to make an exception to the policy.

Is there a program for my children?

Camp Carnival is a year-round, fleet wide program that provides daily fun-filled and age
appropriate activities for children and teenagers between the ages of 2 and 14 years old.
In addition, there is supervised "free play" and babysitting service. Scheduled activities
are planned for the following age groups:

Toddlers 2 - 5 years old
Juniors 6 - 8 years old
Intermediates 9 - 11 years old
Teens 12 - 14 years old

Camp Carnival is not a "Day-Care" but an activity based program. The program is
designed so that kids have the choice of being with peers of their own age, whenever
desired, but also give families the chance to enjoy "quality family time" together.

Carnival knows the importance of providing your children with top-notch care and
supervision, all of our youth counselors have to meet important educational and
professional requirements, as well as pass an extensive background check. Every youth
counselor is either college educated in education, child psychology or youth recreation,
or has professional experience with children, such as teaching or daycare

Our youth staff is international and all are professionally trained in CPR and are able to
provide basic first aid for cuts and bruises. Additionally, should there be a medical
emergency, all counselors are instructed to contact the parents immediately, as well as
the shipboard infirmary.

From toddlers to teens, Camp Carnival's year-round, fleetwide children's program
provides daily fun-filled and age appropriate activities for children and teenagers
between the ages of 2 and 14 years old. In addition, there is supervised "free play" and
babysitting service (for a nominal fee).

On Sea Days Camp Carnival’s hours vary with activities starting at 9am and finishing at
10pm. Camp Carnival will close during the day to allow for Under 2’s. The closing times
for 2-11 year olds will be 12-2pm/1pm-3pm and again for an hour before the dinner
session (this will vary depending on the ship and the run). Activities for 12-14 year olds
will vary from ship to ship, but on a typical sea day it will run 10am-12pm, 2-5pm and
8pm-1am.

Babysitting is provided for ages 0-11, nightly, from 10:00pm to 3:00am. There is a charge
for this service (see "Babysitting").

Hours on Port Days: Supervised free play begins 15 minutes prior to the first scheduled
ship tour to approximately 12:00pm; lunch will be offered and after the lunch an
afternoon movie/ cartoons will be shown. Scheduled activities resume at 2:00pm until 10:
00pm with a break before dinner. This service is complimentary. For ships that arrive in
port later in the day supervised free play will be offered in the afternoon (each ship will
vary so check with your Youth Staff when you are onboard).

Children under 2 years old will be offered babysitting services from 12pm-2pm on sea
days (Babysitting fees apply). During this time parents can leave their child with the
Camp Carnival staff or they are welcome to stay with their child free of charge. Infants
under 24 months (2 years) may not participate in any scheduled activities taking place in
Camp Carnival. THERE ARE NO AGE EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY.

Children aged under 2 years old will be offered babysitting services on sea days during
the supervised free play times (Babysitting fees apply). On port day mornings, infant
care begins 15 minutes prior to the first scheduled ship tour to 12:00 noon, or port day
afternoons during the scheduled free play times (for specific times check with your
Youth Staff when arriving on board).

Do you take children who are in diapers?

It is not mandatory for toddlers to be potty-trained in order to participate in the Camp
Carnival Program. Parents must provide the youth counselors with diapers and toiletries
to be used for their child.

How do I sign my children in and out of activities?

Children 8 YEARS OLD AND UNDER must be signed into Camp Carnival by a
PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN who must be over the age of 18. Authorization for another
adult over the age of 18 can be granted to pick up the child only, provided this is done
each time you sign in your child. The adult responsible will be required to present
his/her Sail & Sign Card each time he/she drops off and picks up the child. For the safety
of the children, there are no exceptions to this rule.

Children 9 YEARS OLD AND OVER are free to sign themselves in and out of Camp
Carnival as they choose for any time and for any reason. Camp Carnival is not
responsible for children 9 years old and over once they have signed themselves out of a
Camp Carnival Activity. Children are not permitted to sign themselves out after 10pm.
Parents that do not want their 9-11 to sign themselves in & out of our activities MUST
sign their child in & out when attending Camp Carnival.

There is no sign in and out policy for the 12 – 14 year olds. They are free to come and go
as they choose.

What are the beeper/phone polices onboard? How can you contact
us?

Parents with CHILDREN 5 or UNDER will be provided with a beeper/phone for the
duration of the cruise. Beepers/phones will be provided for those parents with children 4
and 5 years depending on the ship availability. Beepers/phones must be returned to Camp
Carnival BEFORE 10:00pm on the last night of the cruise or you will be charged for it.
There is no charge for this service, but there will be a charge for the beeper/phone on
your Sail and Sign if the beeper/phone is lost or not returned in good condition.

Parents will be beeped/called if the child is misbehaving, ill, seriously unhappy, asking
continuously for their parents and in case of an emergency. The beeper/phone is used for
ship-use only; the range does not extend beyond the ship.

What will happen to my children in case of an emergency while they're attending Camp
Carnival?

All children 11 years of age and younger must wear a muster station wristband
throughout the cruise. Wristbands are available from the Youth Staff. In the event of an
emergency, children participating in Camp Carnival activities will be taken to the
assembly area (this will vary from ship to ship). They will be divided into the appropriate
groups according to their muster station by the Youth Staff. During an emergency
situation, the parents should collect their own life jackets and their child's life jacket
from their stateroom and proceed directly to their muster station. The Youth Staff will
deliver all children to their parents muster stations according to their muster station
wristbands.

Do you administer medication?

The Camp Carnival Staff may not administer any medication and/or needles to any child
participating in the Youth Activity Program. Additionally, no medications with the
exception of epi-pens, diabetic testing equipment & inhalers are permitted in the
playroom. If your child requires regular medication while attending Camp Carnival,
parents must return to administer that medication

Do you provide meals & snacks?

Camp Carnival will be closed every sea day for lunch; hours may vary from 12pm-2pm or
1pm-3pm. On port days, children who's parents are off the ship may eat with the Youth
Staff. Camp Carnival will ask parents to pick up their children for lunch if they are on
board the ship.

Camp Carnival will be closed for dinner on the first night of each cruise (this may vary
depending on the ships itinerary). If you choose, we will provide dinner for the children
in the Lido Bar and Grill. Check your Camp Carnival capers for the specific time and
place. A variety of foods will be offered for the children consisting of different menu
each evening. Some of the selections are: spaghetti & meatballs, fish fingers, tacos,
chicken nuggets, fried mozzarella, macaroni & cheese, chicken tenders, French fries,
cheese & pepperoni pizza along with cookies, fruit, Jell-0 and ice cream. Check your
Camp Carnival Menu for each night's specific menu.

Within the Dining Rooms the children's menus feature a wide variety of kids' favorites,
including hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken nuggets, French fries, pepperoni pizza, and
banana splits, along with a "daily junior special" offering something new and different
each day. The menus are included on the back page of a fun coloring/activity book
featuring word finds, mazes, tic-tac-toe, crossword puzzles, connect the dots and other
games. Crayons are also provided.

Due to severe food allergies and USPH requirements no food can be brought into the
Camp Carnival facility. Light snacks may be provided by the Youth Staff, some activities
will involve food products, this will be clearly indicated in your Camp Carnival
Capers.

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