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Travel Note

Information for All Guests

Dear Wedding Guests: We are celebrating a very special day that our bridal couple has chosen to share with you, their family and friends. It is very important that we all do everything in our power to make the day special and memorable for them. A shipboard wedding may be a new experience for you, so we ask that you review the information below to ensure a stress free and safe day for everyone. Boarding: Priority boarding is provided for bridal couples, as well as their guests, being married on the day of sailing. The time to board the ships is controlled by US Customs and Immigration. No one is allowed to board the ship until US Customs and Immigration clear the ship. Due to the terrorist attacks on our country, US Customs and Immigration have increased security measures. In the event the delay in boarding affects the time of the wedding, the wedding will be delayed accordingly. Guests: We ask for all guests to be at the Pier at 10:30 AM to begin the check-in process so once the ship has cleared, we will be able to priority board before all other cruising passengers. Guests who do not arrive at the time we board will have to make their own way on the ship. The Ceremony and Reception: Please ensure that you are aware of the time that you need to be at the ceremony and that you know the location. Maps of the ship are available at the Information Desk. Please be on time. Delays on the part of the wedding couple and/or the wedding guests may result in limited ceremony or reception time. All ceremonies are performed before the ship sails and all ceremony times are approximate and can be delayed due to unforeseen events. On behalf of our wedding couple, Carnival Cruise Line, and our wedding staff, we thank you for your support and for sharing in this special day.

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For Sailing Guests

All sailing guests should be completely dressed and ready for the wedding when arriving at the cruise terminal. Time permitting, sailing guests may have an opportunity to go to their stateroom, however, the cabin may not be ready. Only one hand-carry-on bag will be permitted for sailing guests and must fit through the security machine. (Luggage not to exceed 24”w x 16”h). All other bags must be checked with the Porters. Please ensure that you have everything you need for the wedding and reception, as you will not see your checked bags until after the reception. Please ensure that all ticket documents have been completed prior to arrival at the pier to expedite check-in and have proper boarding documents available. Once onboard, you may go to your stateroom. If you lose your way, any Carnival Cruise Lines staff member can direct you. Required Travel Documents: • Valid U.S. Passport • Passport Card • Original or legible copy of a Birth Certificate (issued by the Department of Vital Statistics) • Certificate of Naturalization • Enhanced Driver's License • Trusted Traveler Program Membership Card (i.e. Nexus Card, Sentri Card or Fast Card) • A Consular Report of Birth Abroad • Copies of the following will NOT be allowed: 1. US Passports 2. Naturalization Papers • Originals, or copies will NOT be allowed 1. *Baptismal Certificate 2. *Hospital issued "Certificate of Birth"

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For Non-Sailing Guests

All non-sailing guests are to be completely dressed and ready for the wedding when arriving at the cruise terminal. The bride and groom submitted a guest list for all non-sailing guests including your names and date of birth. You will need to provide your state issued photo ID at the time of check in, please have it available. You will leave your ID with Security in the terminal and be given a guest pass to board the ship. Non-sailing guests are welcome to tour the ship until the ceremony time. All non-sailing guests must debark the ship immediately after the reception. When leaving the ship, you will need to redeem your ID in the ship’s terminal. Photo or electronic copies will not be accepted.

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Travel Directions

Travel Time: 15 miles from Newark International Airport; travel time is approximately 45 minutes. 15 miles from LaGuardia Airport; travel time is approximately 45 minutes; 20 miles from JFK International Airport; travel time is approximately 60 minutes. Directions to the port All cars enter the terminal from the north at the intersection of 55th Street and 12th Avenue (Route 9A). Traveling from New Jersey and Points South: • New Jersey Turnpike North/South • Take Lincoln Tunnel to New York City • Follow signs to 42nd Street • Turn left onto 42nd Street • Go 3 blocks and make a right onto 12th Avenue (Route 9A) • Take 12th Avenue for a half mile and turn left on 55th Street, which is the entrance to the terminal. • Proceed to Pier #88/90/92 Traveling from New Jersey from the Holland Tunnel: • Take Exit 1 (Route 9A) • Pass three lights and turn right onto West Street (which is also 12th Avenue) • Take West Street/12th Avenue one mile and turn left on 55th Street, which is the entrance to the terminal. • Proceed to Pier #88/90/92 Traveling from George Washington Bridge/Westchester and Points North: • Go Southbound on the Henry Hudson Parkway (Route 9A) • Exit to the right at 55th Street, which is the entrance to the terminal • Proceed to Pier #88/90/92 Traveling from Long Island: • From the Queens-Midtown Tunnel, go west via 34th Street to 12th Avenue. • Turn left onto 12th Avenue (Route 9A) and continue north • Turn left on 55th Street, which is the entrance to the terminal • Proceed to Pier #88/90/92 Traveling from Midtown Manhattan: • Take 55th Street and cross 12th Avenue to enter the terminal • Proceed to Pier #88/90/92

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Parking

Parking: $40.00 per night (rates subject to change by the Port Authority) • Open rooftop, gated, outdoor parking lot • Payment is due upon arrival into the parking lot • Accepted forms of payment: Cash (USD), Visa Credit Card and MasterCard Credit Card • There is no upcharge for sports utility vehicles; height restrictions for all passenger vehicles: 8’3” • No advance reservations accepted. Space is subject to availability and is provided to cruise parkers on a first come, first serve basis. • Cruise parking opens at 9:00am and check-out by 1:00pm • Handicap Parking available with proof of valid permit • Additional parking lots are located at 59th Street • For Ports America (terminal operator) parking information, call 212 641-4454 or email MCT@nycedc.com

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Embarkation

Embarking/Disembarking Information • Embarking: Passengers arrive at the street level of the pier where their cruise vessel is berthed. Signs identifying the vessel are posted on pillars nearest the proper berth. Access the Customs Hall by using either of the two passenger elevators at the head of each pier or use the escalator on the south side of the entrance area. Baggage will be received by porters and moved to the vessel. • Luggage Drop Off: Passengers arriving by private car should first park and then drop off luggage on the second level for check-in. Passengers requiring parking are unable to drop off bags and then park without exiting the terminal. • Parking: Parking is conveniently located above each of the piers. Drive up the Viaduct Ramp at 55th Street to the receiving area adjacent to the cruise vessel’s berth. Passengers parking a car must enter the terminal and park prior to bringing in bags to the second level for check-in. • Disembarking: Upon returning from the cruise, passengers will be directed to the baggage hall where baggage will have been positioned by porters. After retrieving your bags, proceed past the customs inspector for customs declaration. You may be assisted by a porter according to your preference. Returning passengers will be directed to awaiting coaches, taxis/limousines and car parking. • Luggage Storage: There are no storage lockers for luggage at the terminal for passengers.