Day

Location

Arrival

Departure

Day 1 Fort Lauderdale, FL   5:00pm
Day 2 Nassau, Bahamas 9:00am 5:30pm
Day 3 Fort Lauderdale, FL 9:00am  

Day One

1:00pm

Buffet Lunch - La Trattoria

1:00pm

Tour Information Desk Opens - Promenade Deck

Talk to our tour experts about the most beautiful island in the Bahamas, Nassau. With a variety of shore excursions, the Island is yours to discover. From beautiful Cable Beach to snorkeling with tropical fish to viewing the beauty below on a glass bottom boat, they have the perfect option for you.

2:45pm

International beer & Cuban Mojito tasting - Mermaid Lounge (nominal fee)

3:00pm

Children’s Orientation / Registration – Promenade Deck

Calling all parents and their children to come by and learn about our kids program. We have a supervised children’s playroom that is open to potty trained children ages 3 –12 years of age.

4:00pm

Welcome Aboard Orientation – Grand Lounge

Come join your Cruise Director for this important briefing which will give you lots of information on our port of call. Everything you need to know about Nassau will be discussed - sightseeing, shopping tips, currency exchange, beaches and weather updates.  If you have not planned your day, we will highlight some of the wonderful shore excursions that await you. We recommend that all guests attend this brief, informative and entertaining talk.

4:40pm

MANDATORY LIFE BOAT DRILL

In order to comply with United States Coast Guard regulations, a lifeboat drill must be held prior to sailing.  You will hear seven or more short blasts on the ships bells and whistles followed by one long blast.  Please return to your cabins, read the safety information sign behind your cabin door, put on your life jacket and proceed directly to your muster station. There will be staff in the hallways to assist you.

5:00pm

M/V REGAL EMPRESS sets sail for Nassau, Bahamas!

5:00pm

Tour Information Center is Open – Promenade Deck

5:00pm

Happy Hour – All Bars and Lounges

Happy Hour with Bahama Mamas at $3.95 in all bars and lounges. In addition, the Commodore and Mermaid Lounge has music and canapés. Pre-dinner Martini’s are on special price only in the Commodore Lounge.

5:00pm

The Spa & Salon Opens –  Promenade Deck

If you want special pampering, a visit to our full-service spa is a must! With aromatherapy, body scrub, massage, facial, manicure, pedicure and much more available, you’ll need to book early to avoid disappointment. In the interest of fellow guests and our spa/salon professionals, all appointment must be cancelled 2 hours in advanced to avoid a service charge. Call extension #4543 for an appointment.

5:00pm

Photo Gallery Opens (Embarkation Photographs now on display)– Promenade Deck

5:15pm

Sail Away SAILABRATION - Poolside

Join your friendly Cruise Staff for some fun as we say goodbye to Fort Lauderdale. We will kick the party off with music and Shipboard Horse Racing.  For a minimum $3 bet, you could win Big Bucks! Try our Sail Away Drink Special, Bahama Mama!

5:30pm

Gift Shop and Boutique are now Open – Restaurant Deck

Come in and shop, we have everything from toothpaste to tanzanite. Take advantage of our first night specials on liquor. These offers are available for tonight only and stock is limited.

6:00pm ‘til...?!

The Monte Carlo Casino Opens! – Restaurant Deck

6:15pm

Early Seating Dinner is now being served (Proper Attire Requested) – Caribbean Dinning Room

Come play with our friendly Casino Staff in our Las Vegas-style Casino. If you’re a novice, ask about our FREE Gaming Lessons.  Sign up for tomorrow night’s Slot and Blackjack tournaments – guaranteed prize of $200 or more.

7:30pm

Complimentary Rum Swizzle cocktail party until 8:00pm - Monte Carlo Casino - Restaurant Deck

7:30pm

Tour Information Desk is Open – Promenade

It’s not too late to get tickets for one of the most Beautiful beaches in the Bahamas, at our island experience. We have many ways to get your there, come and see our experts and let us help you plan your special day.

7:45pm

GIANT Jackpot Cash Bingo – Grand Lounge - Upper Deck

Win Big Bucks at the fun Bingo game! Anybody can play and win.  The more people who play, the more we pay. Please bring cash to play!

8:30pm

Late Seating Dinner is now being served (Proper Attire Requested) – Caribbean Dining Room

8:30pm & 10:45pm

It's Show Time - Upper Deck

Join us in the Grand Lounge for a spectacular evening of entertainment with The Imperial Revue Team. The shows are hosted by your Cruise Director, with music provided by The Regal Empress Orchestra.

9:15pm

Dance or listen to the sounds of the Regal Empress Orchestra - Grand Lounge - Upper Deck Aft.

9:30pm

Piano Melodies for your listening pleasure as well as sing alongs –  Commodore Lounge – Sun Deck

Try our Tia Maria, Espresso and Flavored Cappuccino in the Commodore Lounge.

9:30pm

Free Gaming Lessons – Monte Carlo Casino – Restaurant Deck

9:30pm

Easy Listening Music - Mermaid Lounge - Sun Deck

10:00pm

GIANT JACKPOT CASH BINGO – Grand Lounge - Upper Deck

10:00pm

Sing-a-long–Come meet your fellow guests and sing your favorite songs -Commodore Lounge - Sun Deck-aft

10:45pm

It’s SHOW TIME–late seating guests - Grand Lounge a Spectacular Evening of Entertainment - Upper Deck-aft

11:00pm ‘til...?!

Mirage Disco is OPEN – Upper Deck

Dance the night away to the latest hits at our very funky 70s disco!. Parental Note: After midnight, no one under the age of 18 will be allowed in the Disco without parents.

11:00pm

Karaoke – Commodore Lounge

It’s just like singing in the shower without getting wet! Besides, everyone deserves ten minutes in the spotlight!

11:30pm till’...?!

50’s & 60’s Music – POOLSIDE

Join your cruise staff for all the fun with a little romancing and dancing too. Do the TWIST and BOOGIE. YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS PARTY!

12:30am

MIDNIGHT BUFFET! – La Trattoria - IT’S ITALIAN!

Cell Phones can be used if you have International Roaming while at sea (30 minutes after departure and before arrival)

Day Two

6:30am

Early Morning Coffee & Danish – La Trattoria

7:00am

Breakfast Buffet is now being served – La Trattoria

Try an “Eye Opener” Cappuccino or Espresso – Special Price

7:30am

Open Seating Breakfast is now being served – Caribbean Dining Room

8:00am

Tour Information Desk Opens – Promenade Deck

Still can’t decide what to do today? There is still time to join us on one of the most beautiful beaches in the Bahamas or take a City Tour by Stretch Limousine? Come talk to the experts and let us help you plan your day. We’ll even fit in time for shopping!

8:00am

The Spa & Salon is open – Upper Deck

We offer full service for men and women: hair, massage, manicure & pedicure, make-up and a variety of specialty services. Remember tonight is the Captain’s Reception and appointments book-up quickly. Stop by the Salon or call x4543.

9:00am

The M/V Regal Empress arrives in Nassau, Bahamas

Please wait in the public lounges for the ship to be cleared by the local officials. We will make an announcement when guests are free to go ashore.  You will need your white boarding cards and a photo ID when you return to the vessel. Please remember “All Aboard” by 5:30pm as we set sail for Fort Lauderdale at 6:00pm Promptly.

9:00am

Walk-A-Mile - 7 times around is equivalent to a mile! Sun Deck

12:00 Noon

Open Seating Lunch is now being served – Caribbean Dining Room Restaurant Deck

2:00pm

Hot Dogs Pizza and Sandwiches followed by Tea Time at 4:00pm - La Trattoria - Promenade Deck

4:00pm

It’s Tea Time! – La Trattoria

How about a little light snack and music for your listening pleasure? 

4:00pm

Board Game Tournament - Disco - Upper Deck

4:00pm

Wine & Cheese Party - Mermaid Lounge - Sun Deck (nominal fee)

4:15pm

Dance Class - Come and learn Salsa and Meringue for tonight's Latin Fiesta - Grand Lounge - Upper Deck

4:30pm

Trivia Quiz - Disco - Upper Deck

4:30pm

The Photo Gallery Opens – Restaurant Deck

Photos taken on Gangway in Nassau are available and later the photographs of the Captain’s Formal night will be ready for purchase.

5:00pm

ALL ABOARD! The M/V Regal Empress sets sail for Fort Lauderdale promptly at 5:30pm.

5:15pm

Giant Jackpot Cash Bingo – POOLSIDE
Drink Specials: Bahama Mama Special - $3.95

5:15pm

Souvenir Portraits Taken – Information Center Square – Upper Deck

5:30pm

Happy Hour – Mermaid Lounge & Commodore Lounge

5:30pm

Walk-A-Mile – Time for a brisk walk - 7 times around is equivalent to a mile!

Enjoy a light, pre-dinner snack and music. Pre-dinner Martini's are on special price only in the Commodore Lounge.

6:00pm

The Gift Shop & Boutique are Open – Restaurant Deck

Gold by the inch sale. Tonight only. Prices start from $1 per inch

6:00pm

Sail Away Music - Come and listen to our Duo by the poolside - Promenade Deck

6:00pm

Monte Carlo Casino Opens – Restaurant Deck

It’s your last chance to sign up for tonight’s Blackjack & Slot Tournament.

6:15pm

Early Seating Dinner is now being Served – Caribbean Dining Room - Restaurant Deck

(Proper attire requested – No shorts, sleeveless shirts, tank tops or hats, please)

7:15pm

Souvenir Portraits Taken - Restaurant Deck

7:45pm

The Captain’s Reception – Grand Lounge

(Proper attire requested) The Captain Cordially invites all guests to a very special party held in your honor. You will be introduced to the Master of the vessel, dance to the sounds of the Regal Empress Orchestra and enjoy complimentary canapés. Professional photographs with the Captain will be available.

8:30pm

Late Seating Dinner is now being served – Caribbean Dining Room(Proper attire requested)

8:45pm & 10:45pm

It's Show Time

Join us in the Grand Lounge for a spectacular evening of entertainment. The Imperial Revue Team, hosted by your Cruise Director, and music by The Regal Empress Orchestra.

9:30pm

Easy listening Music - Mermaid Lounge - Sun Deck

9:30pm

Piano Melodies for your listening pleasure as well as sing a longs– Commodore Lounge – Sun Deck

Try our Tia Maria, Espresso and Flavored Cappuccino in the Commodore Lounge.

10:00pm

GIANT JACKPOT CASH BINGO – Grand Lounge

Win BIG BUCKS at the numbers game.  Anybody can play and anybody can win!  Fun for the entire family.  Bring cash, the Pot could go tonight!

10:00pm

Sing-A-Long - come and meet your fellow guests & sing your favorite melodies - Commodore Lounge - Sun Deck

10:30pm

Music under the stars with our trio - Poolside

10:30pm

It's Show Time - Late seating Guests - Farewell Show

11:00pm ‘till...?!

The Mirage Disco is OPEN – Upper Deck

Let’s Party ‘till Dawn!
Parental Note: After midnight, NO ONE under the age of 18 will be allowed in the Disco without parents.

11:00pm

Karaoke – Mermaid Lounge - Sun Deck

Come and get in on the Action!

11:30pm

Latin Fiesta - La Trattoria - Music and dancing at Poolside

A little Salsa, a little Meringue, a Drink Special and Hot Latin Sounds.

11:30pm

Slot Tournament - Monte Carlo Casino - Restaurant Deck

12:30am

LATIN FIESTA MIDNIGHT BUFFET! – La Trattoria - Promenade Deck

   

Disembarkation Information

6-8am

Passenger Information Desk (Cash Accounts Only) - Upper Deck-Midshi

6:30-9am

Continental and express Breakfast-LaTrattoria -  Promenade Deck-aft

6:30-8am

Open Seating Breakfast is now served-Caribbean Dining Room - Restaurant Deck

7-8:45am

Photo Gallery is Open last minute memories and souvenir DVD’s - Promenade Deck-aft

7-8am

Gift Shop & Boutique Open for last minute purchases - Restaurant Deck-aft

8:15am

Final Giant Jackpot Cash Bingo-Grand Lounge - Upper Deck-aft

  One Game Winner takes home all the cash
It is mandatory that the Passenger Information Desk area, Staircases and Hallways are kept clear at all times. When you finish at the Passenger Information Desk and finally leave your cabins by 8:00am at the latest, leave your cabin keys in your cabin and have a seat in the public lounges on the Promenade Deck. Thank you!
Please take a moment to read the disembarkation information letter in your cabin. It is very important that everyone follows all procedures to make a very smooth operation.