BACK TO CONTENTS For bookings contact your local travel agent or visit emeraldcruises.eu 83 Ocean terminology We understand that sometimes it might seem as if seafarers are speaking their own language. We’ve made a guide so you’re familiar with all of the important lingo whilst on board one of our luxury yachts. Anchoring Mooring a ship to the sea floor with an anchor Stabiliser A fin mounted to the yacht beneath the waterline to reduce vessel’s movement when facing rough sea conditions Bow/Forward Towards the front of the yacht Stern/Aft Towards the back of the yacht Port/ Starboard The left or right side of a yacht respectively when facing forward Nautical mile A maritime measurement of distance equivalent to 1.15 miles on land Knot A maritime measurement of speed equalling one nautical mile per hour Staying connected at sea Whilst on board one of our luxury yachts, our guests have access to our complimentary standard Wi-Fi service, meaning you can stay in touch with friends and family back home and share all of the wonderful photos you take during your cruise. We also offer a Platinum Wi-Fi package for all of our guests’ streaming needs. While we offer internet services 24/7, our satellite connection can be impacted by a number of factors, such as bad weather, so signal may become weak at some points during your voyage. Keep in touch with family and friends whilst at sea Aqua Pool Enjoy water sports activities from the Marina Platform Our commitment to your health & safety The Emerald Cruises team are working closely with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and government health agencies to implement a full range of measures for the health and safety of our valued guests and crew. We ensure compliance with the strict industry protocols. For more details on our commitment to your health & safety visit emeraldcruises.eu/confidence CRUISE WITH CONFIDENCE Small Ship Experts
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