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Cruise Ship Vocabulary
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Aft
The rear of the ship.
Purser
The officer in charge of financial matters, such as currency exchange and onboard billing.
Draught
The depth of water needed for a ship to float freely, measured from the waterline to the lowest point of the hull.
Balcony Cabin
A cabin that includes a private outdoor space with seating.
Gangway
The entrance area used by passengers and crew to board or leave the ship.
Funnel
The distinctive smokestack on top of a cruise ship.
Bridge
The location from which the ship is commanded; includes the navigation center.
Tender Boat
A smaller boat used to transport passengers from the ship to the shore when the ship cannot dock directly.
Oceanview
A type of cruise ship cabin with a window to see outside.
Galley
The kitchen of a ship where food is prepared.
Main Dining Room
The largest eating area on the ship where passengers can enjoy included meals, usually with assigned seating.
Stern
The back end of the ship.
Disembarkation
The process of leaving the ship at the end of the cruise.
Midship
The central part of a ship, equidistant from the bow and stern.
Hull
The main body of the ship that rests in the water.
Shore Excursion
A trip or tour taken from the ship to explore a port of call's attractions.
Deck Plan
A map or blueprint of the various public spaces and cabins aboard the cruise ship.
Norovirus
A highly contagious virus that can cause outbreaks on a cruise ship, characterized by stomach flu symptoms.
Cruise Director
The staff member responsible for onboard entertainment and activities.
Cabin Steward
The staff member responsible for cleaning and maintaining guest cabins.
Berth
The docking location for a ship in a port or the bed in a cabin.
Lifeboat Drill
A mandatory safety exercise where passengers practice evacuating the ship.
Keel
The bottom-most structure of the ship that runs along the center from bow to stern.
Tonnage
A measurement of the size or cargo capacity of a ship.
Port
The left side of the ship when facing forward.
Stabilizers
Fins or small wings along the hull that help minimize the ship's rolling motion at sea.
Starboard
The right side of the ship when facing forward.
Promenade
A long, open area on a cruise ship for walking or relaxation, often with shops and cafes.
Bow
The front of the ship.
Cabin
The sleeping quarters for passengers on the ship.
Embarkation
The process of boarding the ship at the beginning of the cruise.
Lido Deck
The pool deck on a cruise ship, where outdoor activities and dining can be found.
Muster Station
A designated area where passengers assemble for safety instructions and drills.
Itinerary
A scheduled route of destinations and ports the cruise ship will visit.
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