La Pinta

Generally, smart casual is acceptable on most tours, however some tours may require/recommend per below:

• Jacket and tie for Formal nights on board ocean cruising
• Comfortable and light casual clothing for adventure/safari touring
• Wet shoes for Kimberley Wilderness Adventure, Outback Wilderness Adventures
• Comfortable footwear is recommended across all tours.

Some cultures observe specific dress requirements, such as head dress for women. Tour Directors will supply more information on tour on any of these requirements.

Luggage

As a general rule, airlines permit passengers in economy class to check one piece of luggage that does not exceed 160cm or weigh more than 20kg. We advise you to contact your airline carrier or travel agent for specific information prior to departure, as size and weight limitations may vary and are subject to change. Each passenger is entitled to take one piece of luggage on your APT cruise or tour that does not exceed these specifications. Please limit your hand luggage to one bag with a maximum weight of 7kg.

We recommend that you pack a variety of light-to-medium weight clothing, plus rainwear in case of cool or wet weather. Layers are a good option to cover a range of temperatures and to suit changing

conditions. Comfortable footwear is a must, as some excursions involve walking on steps or ramps to embark/disembark. The dress code is relaxed. Light, comfortable clothing is ideal for during the day, but smart casual clothing for evenings on board the ship is recommended. You may wish to bring something a little dressier for the welcome and farewell dinners. There will be no black tie or formal evenings.

If your sightseeing includes churches, monasteries, synagogues or mosques, dress casually, but keep your clothes clean and ensure sufficient body coverage (for example, cover your shoulders and wear trousers or a knee-length dress).

We believe the below list will be useful when packing:

• Waterproof jacket.
• Sturdy and comfortable walking shoes or runners with a good grip.
• Sunglasses, sunscreen and a sun hat.
• Insect repellent.
• Umbrella.
• Passport wallet and money belt (cash, credit cards, bank cards, identification).
• Binoculars.
• Batteries/charger and spare memory card for camera (if required).
• A universal adaptor.
• Small backpack for day use.
• USB flash drive for sharing photos.
• Travel alarm clock and ear plugs.
• Personal first aid kit.
• Local language phrase book.

Although you will be provided with the basic toiletry items (i.e. shampoo, conditioner, soap and body lotion) in your suite on board the ship and in hotel rooms, you may want to bring your own brands or additional items to suit your personal needs. Travel-size toiletries are a good idea to reduce luggage weight. Place them in plastic bags to avoid leaks.

Valuables and Security

Do not take anything with you that will create emotional or financial hardship if lost or stolen. Carry all important items including documents, money, passport and tickets with you. Do not place these items in your suitcase. You may find a money belt (worn inside clothing) useful while travelling.

Never leave hand luggage unattended in hotel lobbies or dining rooms. Avoid exploring unfamiliar streets or areas on your own. Avoid excessive displays of jewellery or cash. When sightseeing, keep all valuables locked in the safe in your room or suite.

Adaptors and Electricity

Electricity is 220V on board the MV Lady Eleganza. A European plug adaptor is necessary for appliances from home.

Special dietary requests such as vegetarian or gluten free should be made with APT or your booking agent at the time of booking. We recommend that you contact the Hotel Manager or your APT Cruise/ Tour Director once on board to reconfirm such requests. We regret that special dietary needs cannot be guaranteed, although our crew will make every effort to satisfy your requirements.

Internet access may be available whilst travelling on your journey, however please ask your Sales consultant if this is applicable on your trip. Many hotels and cruise ships have this facility available, at times complimentary and other times at a cost. For passengers travelling to remote locations, there may be no internet facilities for a period of time.

Reasonable efforts are made to accommodate the special needs of disabled cruise participants, but no responsibility will be undertaken for any denial of services by carriers, hotels, restaurants, or other independent suppliers. Tour buses are not equipped with wheelchair ramps and cabin doors are not wide enough to allow access by standard wheelchairs.

Wheelchairs and walkers cannot be carried on tour buses, due to space limitations. Wheelchair passengers should be aware of these limitations. For safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs cannot be carried on ramps in ports where the ship is at anchor. We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to a tour member for walking, getting on/off tour busses and other transportation vehicles, or other personal needs. A qualified travel companion must accompany travellers who need assistance.

Minors under the age of 18 travelling to foreign countries must be accompanied by an adult and have a notarised letter of consent signed by the parent(s) not travelling with them. Parents, guardians and chaperones are responsible for overseeing the conduct of minors in their care. As such, minors may not be left unsupervised on board the ship. A parent or legal guardian MUST accompany children under the age of 18 on all tours for safety and liability reasons. Please contact the Reservations Team for more information.

Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside any of the ships. Smoking is only permitted on the Sun Deck. For the safety and comfort of all passengers on board, your cooperation in observing the no-smoking policy is greatly appreciated.

When visiting countries where you are unsure about general hygiene practice, please take care if buying food from street vendors or in small restaurants away from your hotel, cruise ship or recommended venues. At these places, avoid raw fruit and vegetables, dairy products (including ice-cream) as well as meat and fish not properly cooked. It is generally safe to eat cooked meats and vegetables prepared in tourist hotels and tourist area restaurants. Fruit that you peel yourself is considered safe.

• You can feel safe eating anything served to you at the hotels on your tour and while on board your cruise.
• Don’t buy alcohol from street vendors.

Sun Exposure and Dehydration

The weather will be variable on your tour. Drinking plenty of water is important to prevent dehydration. A hat and good sunscreen are important for preventing sunburn, even on overcast days.

APT cruises and tours are not physically demanding, however, because of the nature of many of the sites you will be visiting, some tours will require a good level of fitness and health to participate. Some trips may not be appropriate for guests with certain medical conditions and mobility restrictions.

Walking tours are often on uneven ground (such as cobblestones) and may include stairs as well as steep inclines. You should be able to stand on your feet for an extended period of time to visit museums, attractions and other sites, as well as when checking in for flights and cruises and at customs and immigration.

For your convenience, all purchases and paid services on board our ships are billed to your shipboard account. At the end of the cruise, you will receive a total that can be paid with cash or credit card. The ships do not accept payments made by Diners Club cards, prepaid Visa or MasterCard, EFTPOS, Travelex cards, cash passports, prepaid cash cards or travellers cheques. The onboard currency is the Euro (€).

Under normal operating conditions, itineraries will be delivered as per the brochure. However, sometimes for reasons beyond our control, it may be necessary to make alterations to your itinerary. The nature of luxury yacht cruising is that you will take advantage of opportunities as they occur to enhance your cruise — this may impact other itinerary inclusions. The Captain and APT Cruise Director will take responsibility for decision making in this regard. No refund is available under these circumstances. We strongly recommend you take out comprehensive travel insurance that includes coverage for events such as these.

If you have a food allergy or another condition that needs to be managed on tour, please advise your booking agent as soon as possible, as well as your Cruise Director upon arrival, as most suppliers require advance notice to accommodate this. In some cases you might be asked to fill out a form or waiver.