Eta Psi Eta Christian Sorority, Inc.
Founder's Day Cruise
2023
Join us as we celebrate the Second Founder's Day Anniversary of Eta Psi Eta Christian Sorority, Inc.! Honoring the dedication, obedience and perserverance of The Shifter herself, Founder Dr. Tongela Martin!
The festivities will be held aboard the Carnival Elation, traveling to the beautiful Islands of Freeport, Bahamas and Bimini, Bahamas. Both islands will capture your hearts with their beautiful beaches and crystal aqua blue/green waters...
***NO PASSPORT REQUIRED***
***NO VACCINE IS REQUIRED***
Enjoy unlimited meals, unlimited non alcoholic drinks, onboard activities, entertainment, pools, Comedy Clubs, Disco's and an Orange, Blue and Green Soiree !
AIRFARE IS NOT INCLUDED
Day 1 Depart from Jacksonville
Day 2 Freeport, Bahamas
Day 3 Bimini, Bahamas
Day 4 Fun Day At Sea- Orange, Aqua & Green Soiree!
Day 5 Jacksonville
Cabins
INTERIOR
This is an affordable way to cruise without leaving out comfort or convenience! Great for curling up after a long day of fun.
OCEAN VIEW
A picture window gives you views of scenery you won’t find anywhere on land, all from the comfort of your stateroom.
Every room includes:
Dedicated room steward
Carnival Comfort Collection® linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control
Inside Cabin:
1 GUEST - $ 1,050.00 single occp
2 GUEST - $601.00 per person
​ 3 GUEST - $524.00 per person
4 GUEST - $485.00 per person
Ocean View:
1 GUEST - $ 1,170.00 single occp
2 GUEST - $621.00 per person
​ 3 GUEST - $564.00 per person
4 GUEST - $520.00 per person
Please note that the above fee's include an Eta Psi Eta Chrisitian Sorority, Inc. SWAG BAG!
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
ALL PAYMENTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON TRANSFERRABLE UNLESS CARNIVAL VACATION PROTECTION IS PURCHASED
$25.00 DEPOSIT DUE TODAY-NO LATER THAN 11-11-22!
(UPDATED PER CARNIVAL)
11/28/2022 $100.00 per person
12/28/2022 $100.00 per person
01/28/2023 $100.00 per person
02/28/2023 $100.00 per person
03/28/2023 $100.00 per person
04/28/2023 Balance (if there is one)
FINAL BALANCE DUE APRIL 28th, 2023
Price subject to change and based on cruise capacity & availability!
What's Included In Your Cruise Package
FOOD & DRINK
Delicious, freshly prepared food in the main restaurants
Casual dining at the Lido restaurant with a variety of options for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and late night.
Specialty eateries serving up delicious barbecue, burgers, hot dogs, pizza, pasta, seafood, salads, stirfrys, tacos, burritos, and more
Convenient 24- hour room service
Lemonade, iced tea, coffee, hot tea, hot chocolate and water
Unlimited soft serve ice cream and frozen yogurt (24/7)
24 hour Pizza
Spa Carnival menu offering healthy selections, low in calories, fat, sodium and cholesterol
Specialty Restaurants*
Youth Programs
Camp Ocean for Ages 2-11
Circle "C" for Ages 12- 14
Club O2 for Ages 15-17
STATEROOM AMENITIES/SERVICES
Carnival's Comfort Collection Linens
Private bathroom with shower and amenities
Personalized Stateroom Service
Carnival 24-hour room service*
Nightly turn-down service
Television with movie
ONBOARD ACTIVITIES DAY & NIGHT
Serenity Adult Only Retreat
Clubs, Bars and lounges including karaoke, dance lessons and more
Spectacular production shows and entertainment
Live Music
Comedy acts
Fitness center and outdoor jogging track
Pools, kids wading pool, whirlpool/hot tubs and water slides
Carnival Waterworks
Mini golf, basketball, volleyball and dodgeball court, ping pong, pool and foosball
Library
Carnival's Dive-in Theater
Poolside activities and entertainment
These options available, but they are not included in your Cruise Rate
Ground Transportation
Hotel Accommodations
Flight
Dining in specialty restaurants and snacking at cafes and lounges (featured on select ships), such as but not limited to: The Steakhouse, Bonsai Sushi, Bonsai Teppanyaki, Ji Ji Asian Kitchen, Seafood Shack, Cucina del Capitano, Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse|Brewhouse, The Chef's Table, Shake Spot, Javablue Cafe, Promenade Cafe, Lido Coffee Bar, Ocean Plaza Cafe, Havana Bar on the Carnival Sunshine, RedFrog Pub and other lounges that may serve light bites.
'Steakhouse Selections' served in the Main Dining Room
Room Service from 10:00pm to 6:00am and for free items on daytime menu
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (excluding non-bottled water, lemonade, unsweetened iced tea, hot chocolate and non-specialty coffee and tea served in the Main Dining Room and Lido Restaurant)
Dr. Seuss Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast
Gift Shop purchases
Purchases at Cherry on Top and Special Occasions (featured on select ships)
Thrill Theater and IMAX Theatre (featured on select ships)
Spa treatments, Salon services and select fitness classes
Gambling in the casino and Bingo
Video Arcade games / SportSquare Clubhouse games on Carnival Horizon and Carnival Vista
Art Auction Program (featured on select ships)
Shore Excursions
Photographs
Internet access and 'chat' option on the HUB app
Use of your smartphone
Ship-to-Shore telephone calls
Medical services
Laundry services (valet or self-service)
Service gratuities and tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. DO I NEED A PASSPORT?
Answer: NO, For U.S. citizens, a passport is not required to take a closed loop sailing (though it's always recommended, especially when visiting foreign ports of call). If your cruise begins and ends in the same U.S. port -- for example, sailing roundtrip Miami to Miami -- then you are embarking on what is considered a closed loop cruise, You will only need a birth certificate and valid state identification card or drivers license.
Q. DO I HAVE TO BE VACCINATED TO CRUISE?
Answer: NO, Although we strongly suggest unvaccinated guest to read carnival cruiseline exemption guidelines and requirements . Vaccine exemptions for cruises to the Caribbean will be limited to a very small number of children ages 5-11, and teens and adults with a medical condition who can provide written confirmation from their medical provider that they cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons.NO EXCEPTIONS!! Unvaccinated guests are strongly encouraged to have their negative COVID-19 test result and all the necessary travel/COVID documentation prior to traveling to the cruise terminal, to prevent a situation where they may have to pay additional testing fees, not be able to cruise or be eligible for a refund. Children under five are not required to apply for a vaccine exemption effective with sailings as of March 1. However, they must still follow all other requirements for unvaccinated guests.
Q. DO CHILDREN PAY THE SAME AS ADULTS?
Answer: YES, Cruise fares are per person which includes children and infants. Infants must be at least 6 months of age at the time of embarkation in order to sail.
Q. CAN I BRING MY OWN ALCOHOL ONBOARD?
Answer: NO, Guests are prohibited from bringing alcoholic beverages on board with the following exception: At the beginning of the cruise during embarkation day only, guests (21 years of age and older) may bring one 750 ml bottle of sealed/unopened wine or champagne per person in their carry-on luggage. A $15 USD corkage fee per 750 ml bottle, will be charged should guests wish to consume their wine or champagne in the main dining room, steakhouse or bar.
Guests are prohibited from bringing water, sodas and other non-alcoholic beverages onboard that are packaged in bottles. A small quantity of non-alcoholic beverages (i.e., sparkling water, sodas, juice, and milk) packaged in cans or cartons may be brought onboard on embarkation day and must be in the guest's carry-on luggage. A small quantity is considered a maximum of 12 sealed, unopened cans/cartons of 12 ounces (ca 350 ml) each or less per person.
All liquor, beer, other forms of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages outside of the exceptions referenced above are strictly prohibited in both carry-on and checked luggage and such items will be confiscated and discarded and no compensation will be provided.
Required Travel Documentation
A PASSPORT IS NOT REQUIRED FOR ANY U.S. CITIZEN TAKING A CRUISE THAT BEGINS AND RETURNS TO THE SAME OR DIFFERENT U.S. PORT
It is highly recommended that all guests travel with a passport valid for at least six months beyond completion of travel (unless otherwise noted). This will enhance the debarkation experience as delays may be expected upon return to the United States for those without one. Additionally, this will enable guests to fly from the United States to meet their ship at a foreign port should they miss their scheduled port of embarkation and allow guests who must disembark the ship before their cruise ends due to an emergency to fly back to the United States without significant delays and complications.
For cruises that begin and end in a U.S port, the following WHTI-Compliant Documents are acceptable for cruise travel. These standard forms of documentation will enable the Department of Homeland Security to quickly and reliably identify a traveler. If a picture I.D. is not affixed to the WHTI-compliant document, a picture I.D. is required (a valid, unexpired government-issued photo I.D. for all guests 16 years of age or older). If the cruise includes air travel to or from Canada, a valid, unexpired U.S. passport is required.
U.S. Passport
Passport Card
State Enhanced Driver's License
Certificate of U.S. Naturalization
Native American Indians
For cruises that visit Martinique, guests going ashore are required to carry a valid, unexpired passport. .
Also acceptable for cruise travel (for cruises that begin and end in a U.S port), U.S. citizens can show proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate issued by a government agency and accompanied by government-issued photo identification. If the cruise includes air travel to or from Canada, a valid, unexpired U.S. passport is required. Guests who have committed or been convicted of a crime may not be allowed into Canada