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Reflections On George Zimmerman Travesty And American Racism
Zimmerman: even after escaping justice, he's ticking time bomb
[Speaking Truth To Power]
We close the year by reviewing one of the biggest miscarriage of justice episodes in recent memory.
The killing of Trayvon Martin by George Zimmerman on February 26, 2012—and the inability of legal authorities to convict Zimmerman for Trayvon's death—are glaring examples of America's disregard for the lives of African-Americans.
The initial failure of Sanford Police to arrest this murderous, bigoted bully illustrates that the very forces instituted to "protect and serve" the people's interests, still, obviously, don't regard African-Americans as worthy of the full protections afforded to other citizens.
What does the unjustified killing of Trayvon Martin, and the acquittal of his killer, tell us about America's justice system—and, their attitude towards the rights of African-Americans? In recent times, George Zimmerman has once again been in the news. Several weeks ago, he was arrested for, allegedly, threatening the life of his current girlfriend with a shotgun; earlier he had threatened his wife Shellie and her father with a gun and punched him on the nose.
However, he has once again escaped punishment after his girlfriend apparently refused to cooperate with authorities. The contrast between Mr. Zimmerman's ability to evade justice and the injustice African-Americans face daily is indeed quite telling. But let's be honest here America's police force and American courts have always specifically targeted African-Americans as the primary "criminal menace" to American society.
As the son of a judge, George Zimmerman surely knew Black life is cheap in the eyes of the larger American society. Does anyone think an African-American could kill someone in such a manner, as Zimmerman killed Trayvon Martin and still be walking the streets today? Zimmerman's acquittal in the Trayvon Martin killing was made possible by American racism which aided and abetted him.
The Sanford Police and the justice system that prosecuted him are also responsible for this travesty. Sanford Police's "investigation" into the killing of Trayvon is an example of the disregard many have for the lives of African-Americans.
The "investigation" was an absolute farce. Officer Chris Serino claimed police did an extensive investigation into this killing. That assertion would be laughable if this incident wasn't so serious. Sanford Police failed to do a plethora of things that are standard operating procedure. First, everyone knows a crime scene should be secured to preserve and prevent evidence from being contaminated or destroyed. Sanford Police clearly failed to do so by not securing Mr. Zimmerman's truck as part of the crime scene and never protected the area where Trayvon was felled. Consequently, how can we know what evidence may have been left undiscovered in that truck and what forensic material was possibly washed away that night? The Retreat at Twin Oaks has around 260 units.
Usually, in a case like this, police perform an extensive canvass to obtain information from prospective witnesses. We must ask the question: why didn't these police officers take the time to knock on every door in that development? Because, if they did, Trayvon's father would never have had to file a missing persons report—and valuable time would've been saved. Moreover, if they had done a proper canvass they would have reached the door of 13-year-old Austin Brown—a crucially important witness.
Keep in mind here, police only spoke to Mr. Brown more than a week later—and according to his mother Inspector Serino make remarks saying he was sure Zimmerman engaged in "stereotyping" Trayvon. But even though he told Mr. Brown's mother this, on the night of the killing he reassured a female witness the person whom she heard screaming wasn't the one killed. Inspector Serino's schizophrenic conduct throughout this case was, apparently, also duly noted in the investigation done by the FBI.
There were so many things missed by this "investigation" of Sanford Police and Officer Serino. In our look at this case we have identified a few essential things that led to this tragedy—that should have been discovered by police if they did their jobs properly. First of all, we now know Zimmerman and his former wife were having problems at the time of the killing. Indeed, his ex-wife confirmed she had been staying with her father because of a fight the couple had the night before. How much did that situation dictate the deadly actions of Mr. Zimmerman the following night?
Here we should recall what witness#13 Jonathan Manolo told the jury that when he was calling Zimmerman's wife—before Zimmerman was being taken in for questioning—that Zimmerman told Manolo "just tell her I shot someone." Wasn't this Zimmerman's way of saying look what you made me do? We now know of three instances where a former fiancé, an ex-wife and a girlfriend witnessed the violent tendencies of Mr. Zimmerman when there were problems within the relationship. But this angle was clearly never pursued by Sanford Police or Inspector Serino. If police had questioned Zimmerman's wife this important clue to his mental mindset on the night of the killing would've been obvious. Before and during the trial much was made of whether or not Trayvon was under the influence of drugs. We do know Mr. Zimmerman uses prescription drugs, but, we still don't know whether Mr. Zimmerman was under the influence of something else that night—like say alcohol.
Given the fact that he had at least one alcohol-related arrest, where he assaulted a law enforcement officer, why wasn't he tested for drugs? The repetitious lack of follow-up on key aspects of this case by Sanford Police again and again created the situation where this killer would be allowed to escape responsibility for his murderous crime. Unfortunately, the prosecution team of Angela Corey didn't do much to uncover all the necessary facts that were lost by the bigoted bungling of Sanford Police. The prosecution itself failed to secure a more balanced jury and failed in many other respects including challenging the testimony of Dr. Vincent DiMaio—who would have us believe Trayvon could have repeated punched Zimmerman without any traces of the assault on his hands.
The findings of Dr. Shipping Bao and funeral director Richard Kurtz should've been used to impeach this idiotic claim by Dr. DiMaio. But the prosecution's biggest failure was in not putting the awful "investigation" by Sanford Police on trial. By not doing so, didn't they undercut their own case since Sanford Police never saw it fit to arrest Zimmerman in the first place? And the other blatant mistake was to pretend race had nothing to do with this case. Mr. Zimmerman's repeated calls to police about supposedly suspicious Black men, and boys, should have been used to illustrate his prejudiced perceptions. And his own cousin fingered Zimmerman's family as a bunch of racists. However, the American legal institutions—just like police—are usually the biggest culprits of racism.
Justice in America, like everything else, has always been distorted by the prism of racism and White supremacy. And, although, we no longer live in a time where police sheriffs are helping to lynch African-Americans, at least not out in the open, we know at any moment we may hear another story where an African-American is shot down dead because of their skin color. Moreover, on a daily basis America's so-called legal system is busy locking up generations of Black people—as has been documented by many scholars like Michel Alexander in her book on mass incarceration, "The New Jim Crow."
Within this context, lay the reasons why Mr. Zimmerman wasn't initially arrested for the death of Trayvon Martin. George Zimmerman—who studied criminal justice in college, and, whose father was a judge—surely killed Trayvon Martin in an act of bigoted barbarity, but, Mr. Zimmerman isn't the only one responsible for his murder. In fact, American racism has bred the likes of Mr. Zimmerman. From the very beginning, many Americans refused to see the obvious in this case: Trayvon Martin was killed because he was profiled as a suspect criminal who was likely "up to no good."
In America, that's all it takes for a non-Black person to kill African-Americans and get away with it. Worse of all, the political and legal establishment endorses—in several ways, some subtle, and others not so subtle—this attitude and many non-Blacks have experienced killing Blacks, and, have gotten away with murder scot-free. For example, New York City's NYPD is known for indiscriminately targeting African-Americans for harassment. And, much too often someone gets executed in the streets, like Sean Bell; or, gets killed in his home like Ramarley Graham. Most of White America doesn't give a damn about this as it happens with regularity. If White people were getting hassled for smoking pot (and were being shot down worse than dogs) we would hear an uproar that would force political leaders to act. But the attitude of a large White segment of America is: why should we care about some dead Black people?
Sadly, some Black people seem overwhelmed by the injustice and have adopted an air of defeatism. Having a Black president won't in of itself change the reality of American racism.
We must fight harder against the racism that killed Trayvon Martin—and which created a George Zimmerman and the justice system that secured his freedom.
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Springfield Mayor Mike Houston has filed an ordinance to settle a lawsuit over the destruction of police internal affairs records for a little more than $100,000.
Calvin Christian III sued in May after the city destroyed documents he had requested under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
Under the proposed settlement, which the city council is scheduled to vote on Tuesday, Christian would receive $30,000, while his attorneys would get a total of nearly $73,000. The ordinance is up for emergency passage, which means it will require the support of eight out of 10 aldermen to pass.
Although the draft ordinance admits �a portion of the records were destroyed prior to being released,� the city would not be admitting any liability and would be released from �all past, present and future claims.�
Despite saying in an email last week that he would be able to discuss the matter once the ordinance was filed with the city clerk�s office, Houston on Wednesday declined a request to answer questions about the settlement.
�The settlement details are clear in the ordinance text. It states who gets what monies from the settlement and dismisses the case and all future liabilities by all parties,� Houston said in an emailed statement. �Since it is subject to approval by the City Council, I have been advised not to discuss it further.�
Christian also said he could not speak in detail about the proposed settlement until it�s official.
�It is now up to the city council,� he said. �Once it is approved by the city council, then I will be able to go into more about it.�
Who�s accountable?
Ward 1 Ald. Frank Edwards initially said he thought the council would approve the settlement, but he later added that having to clear the higher hurdle for emergency passage makes its prospects less clear.
�If they had just let it work its normal course, they would have had a better shot,� Edwards said.
If the measure fails the first time around, it will allow the issue to �sit and simmer for two weeks� before it comes up for a vote for normal passage, he said.
Aldermen will have to weigh their fiduciary responsibilities against the need to hold accountable those who were involved in the destruction of the records Christian requested, Edwards said, adding that if the council doesn�t approve the settlement, the city would be on the hook for legal bills of an unknown amount.
The city already has spent about $32,000 defending itself in the case, spokesman Nathan Mihelich said.
Christian�s lawsuit sought $365,000 in damages plus attorney fees.
Edwards said the public still deserves to see those who took part held accountable for their actions.
�Name me one person that has,� he said, noting that Police Chief Robert Williams was allowed to retire and top city attorney Mark Cullen was allowed to resign on their own accord.
Williams signed an agreement with the police union that allowed internal affairs records to be destroyed a year early, and Cullen gave the final legal OK to proceed with the destruction, records show.
Leaves �bad taste�
Among the records that were destroyed was the internal affairs file of Deputy Chief Cliff Buscher. The city admitted in a court filing in August that officials �willfully and intentionally failed to comply� with Christian�s request for Buscher�s file, which contained information about a 2008 incident during which he fired his service weapon while drunk on a family fishing trip with other police officials, and agreed to pay a $5,000 civil penalty.
In a sworn testimony given as part of the case, the police union president said the agreement Williams signed shouldn�t have applied to Buscher�s file because, as a member of the command staff, he does not belong to the union.
Ward 8 Ald. Kris Theilen said the city has little choice but to settle.
�It still leaves a bad taste in my mouth, but financially it makes the most sense,� Theilen said.
He said he believes the city was right in denying Christian�s request for all police internal affairs records as �unduly burdensome� and that a judge erred in allowing the case to proceed. However, he said those who were involved in destroying records acted improperly, and �there should be ramifications.�
Theilen said he hopes an ongoing Illinois State Police investigation will bring to light the identities of those individuals.
Whoever took police records that were later leaked to WICS Channel 20 also should be punished, he added.
�No one did the right thing in any of this,� he said. �This is one giant mess from the beginning to the end, and, unfortunately, the city�s going to have to pay for it.�
Losing proposition
Ward 9 Ald. Steve Dove said he also favors settling.
�To me it would be ridiculous to cost the taxpayers money on a lawsuit we know we�re going to lose,� Dove said.
However, he said he also would support asking another outside party, aside from the state police, to investigate. �I think it has to happen, personally,� Dove said.
Ward 7 Ald. Joe McMenamin wrote in an email that the proposed settlement results from �serious FOIA violations and reckless judgment� by city officials. He said the mayor owes the public �an explanation and needs to administratively discipline those responsible.�
�Failure to do so gives the appearance the Administration is sweeping responsibility under the rug,� McMenamin said.
He said he plans to vote against the settlement.
�We need the full two-week review process � and possibly more,� McMenamin said.
Ward 5 Ald. Sam Cahnman asked at Tuesday�s city council committee of the whole meeting that the administration release to aldermen copies of the transcripts from all the depositions that were taken in the case.
Houston told reporters after the meeting that he is awaiting the outcome of the state police investigation to determine the appropriate penalties for anyone involved.
State police spokeswoman Monique Bond confirmed Wednesday that the agency�s investigation is ongoing.
The corporation counsel�s office turned over �voluminous records in electronic format� in mid-September, Bond wrote in an email.
�The Illinois State Police has been reviewing these documents, and has met with the Corporation Counsel�s Office to discuss their document production,� Bond said. �The Corporation Counsel�s Office has been cooperative in the investigation, and additional documents are forthcoming.�
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Arcadia Suite with Balcony
Arcadia Mini Suite
Arcadia Balcony Stateroom
Large Inside Stateroom
Large Inside Stateroom
Outside Stateroom
Outside Stateroom with Obstructed View
Single Balcony Cabins
Single Inside Cabins
Arcadia Inside Stateroom
Meridian Restaurant
Sample Dish
Sindhu Restaurant
Bars and Lounges
Caffè Vivo
East Bar
Spinnaker Bar
The Crow's Nest
The Gym
The Rising Sun
The Palladium
The Globe
Monte Carlo Casino
The Screening Room
Sea day activities
Art Gallery
Photo gallery
Neptune Pool
Gym and Fitness
Oasis Salon
Oasis spa
The Retreat
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Arcadia Cabins
Deluxe Balcony Stateroom
- Two lower beds convertible to a king-size bed
- Bathroom with small bath, shower and WC
- Wardrobes and drawer space
- Two seater sofa and table
- Vanity unit/writing desk
- TV and radio
- Safe, hairdryer and refrigerator
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Direct dial telephone
- Balcony with two chairs and small table
- Fully air-conditioned
Inside Stateroom
- Two lower beds convertible to a king-size bed
- Bathroom with small bath or shower and WC
- Wardrobes and drawer space
- Table
- Vanity/writing desk
- TV and radio
- Safe, hairdryer and refrigerator
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Direct dial telephone
- Large picture mirror
- Fully air-conditioned
Large Inside Stateroom
- Two lower beds convertible to a king-size bed
- Bathroom with small bath or shower and WC
- Wardrobes and drawer space
- Table
- Vanity/writing desk
- TV and radio
- Safe, hairdryer and refrigerator
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Direct dial telephone
- Large picture mirror
- Fully air-conditioned
- Two seater sofa
Mini-suite with Balcony
Two lower beds convertible to a king-size bed
Bathroom with full-size whirlpool bath, dual sink vanity unit, WC and separate shower
Wardrobes and drawer space
Two seater sofa, two chairs and table
Vanity unit/writing desk
TV, DVD player and radio
Safe, hairdryer and refrigerator
Tea/coffee making facilities
Slippers and bathrob
Direct dial telephone
Balcony with two loungers, two chairs and a table
Fully air-conditioned
Ironing board and trouser press
Outside Stateroom
- Two lower beds convertible to a king-size bed
- Bathroom with small bath or shower and WC
- Wardrobes and drawer space
- Table
- Vanity/writing desk
- TV and radio
- Safe, hairdryer and refrigerator
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Direct dial telephone
- Picture window
- Fully air-conditioned
Outside Stateroom with Obstructed View
- Two lower beds convertible to a king-size bed
- Bathroom with small bath or shower and WC
- Wardrobes and drawer space
- Table
- Vanity/writing desk
- TV and radio
- Safe, hairdryer and refrigerator
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Direct dial telephone
- Picture window
- Fully air-conditioned
- Outside stateroom grades NA has its view obstructed by safety equipment.
Single Balcony Cabins
- Fully air-conditioned single balcony cabins have one lower single bed with wardrobe and drawer space. The bathroom has a shower and WC plus a hairdryer. There is a vanity/writing desk and chair, TV, plus a radio, telephone, safe and tea and coffee making facilities. Floor to ceiling sliding glass doors lead to your balcony with recliner chairs and table.
Single Inside Cabins
- Fully air-conditioned inside cabins enjoy one lower single bed with wardrobe and drawer space. The bathroom has a shower and WC plus a hairdryer. There is a vanity/writing desk and chair, TV, plus a radio, telephone, safe and tea and coffee making facilities.
Suite with Balcony
- Two lower beds convertible to a king-size bed
- Bathroom with full-size whirlpool bath, dual sink vanity unit, WC and separate shower
- Wardrobes and drawer space
- Dressing area
- Butler service
- Three seater sofa, two chairs and table
- Vanity unit/writing desk
- TV, DVD player and Hi-Fi
- Safe, hairdryer and refrigerator
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Binoculars
- Slippers and bathrobes
- Direct dial telephone
- Balcony with two loungers, two chairs and a table
- Fully air-conditioned • Ironing board and trouser press
Arcadia Deck Plans
Arcadia Onboard Entertainment
Art Gallery
Art Gallery
- Immerse yourself in the works of famous and local artists. Whitewall Galleries on board Arcadia offers unparalleled inspiration in the sweeping corridor that runs along the starboard side of Arcadia on F Deck. The gallery is the perfect environment in which to view and select the artwork of your choice, whether you are buying your first ever collectible Limited Edition, expanding an existing collection of Original Paintings or browsing our latest selection of artwork on board. Whitewall represents a phenomenal portfolio of fine artists, ranging from top international names and award winners such as Doug Hyde, Sherree Valentine Daines, Philip Gray and Fabian Perez to the most exceptional new talents including Samantha Ellis and Barry Hilton. The gallery are continually sourcing new artists from around the world to ensure that the gallery walls on board remain fresh, cutting edge and exciting.
Bars and Lounges
Bars and Lounges
- Tea and coffee around the clock
You will find a kettle, cups, saucers and teaspoons as well as teabags, various coffee sachets, sugar and milk in your cabin. This will be stocked up when necessary by your cabin steward. Tea and coffee is also available free from the buffet area. Alternatively Costa coffee can be purchased from Java, and Grab & Go outlets.
- Caffè Vivo
Adorned with brown leather sofas, high tables and stools and wooden floors, Caffè Vivo provides a cosy and inviting atmosphere. Relax over a delectable cookie or pastry with a magazine, refresh your palate with a smoothie or freshly squeezed juice, or opt for a lunchtime snack. With anything from salads and bagels, to crostini and noodles on the menu, Caffè Vivo is much more than simply a coffee bar.
- The Crow's Nest
On Sun Deck forward is where you will find the appropriately named Crow's Nest. This relaxed lounge offers visitors sweeping panoramic ocean views and a convivial atmosphere. By day, you can sit back and relax with a book in one hand and a coffee in the other, pausing every now and again to enjoy the view. At night you'll be able to enjoy your favourite tipple to the sound of tinkling ivories. Jazz nights, cabaret and dancing all make the Crow's Nest a perfectly relaxed and elegant post-dinner venue.
- The Piano Bar
Situated at the very heart of the ship on Promenade Deck is the tastefully designed Piano Bar. Its position at the top of the atrium means it benefits from a close view of the intricate glass ceiling created by the artist Jo Downs. The light emanating from its rich hues of purples, pinks and blues combines with light wood walls and a low ceiling to give the Piano Bar an intimate evening feel. As the name suggests, in pride of place is the piano, where the resident pianist provides a backdrop to your conversation.
- Spinnaker Bar
Nestled between Intermezzo and the Meridian Restaurant, is the yacht-inspired Spinnaker Bar. Its sophisticated yachting theme is evident in its contemporary décor, featuring wood, steel and chrome, it has porthole style mirrors and ship memorabilia. As it is just off the central walkway and close to the restaurants and evening entertainment, you will find that it is the perfect meeting place for a pre or post dinner tipple.
- Pool Bars
At the stern of Lido Deck, just forward of the Aquarius Pool is the Aquarius Bar. Enjoy a brief respite from the sun on one of its stools or stay on your deck lounger and have a refreshing cocktail - or two! The Neptune Bar is protected by the sliding glass Skydome, including the Neptune Pool and Neptune Grill, so you won't have to worry about it raining on your fun!
- Intermezzo
Make your evening that little bit more special with a visit to Intermezzo, an exclusive cocktail and Champagne bar located on F Deck. Luxuriate with a glass of Champagne or your favourite cocktail. Feature columns are dressed in rich sheer curtains, adding soft lighting by evening when the columns are lit from within. Classy, modern and the place to be seen, Intermezzo provides an elegant backdrop for an unforgettable evening.
- The Rising Sun
On F Deck, on the starboard side, you will find The Rising Sun. This traditional style pub is decked out with wood panelling, etched glass and burgundy leather bar stools and seats. The jukebox, stage and snug bar combine to create an authentic pub atmosphere. With everything from darts, karaoke, talent shows, 'pub night', dancing and sport screenings to keep you amused, you'll find this is a great place to come for a lively evening with friends.
- East Bar
You will find East Bar at the highest point of the ship - Sky Deck. As you enter this colonial style bar you are welcomed by an array of drawings and paintings created by Martin Williams, which form a travelogue of journeys through Asia. As the sun sets and warm ambient light pours into the room, you can enjoy a pre-dinner drink before dining on the most wonderful Asian cuisine in the nearby Sindhu, or stop by later for a post-dinner drink.
- Spending a little time with a good book can be heaven. The Library is situated on the starboard side of Promenade Deck, between the Emporium and Caffè Vivo. Visit Arcadia's well-stocked library and select the perfect book to join you on your deck lounger by the pool. Choose from our extensive range of both fiction and non-fiction books, or browse through the tempting selection of books available for purchase. You'll also find PC terminals where you can surf the net, research your next port of call or send an e-card back home.
Monte Carlo Casino
- The Monte Carlo Casino is a great place to continue a fun night out after post dinner drinks or a show. The Monte Carlo Casino is conveniently located on F Deck forward next to the theatre and nightclub. It is adorned with rich fabrics including purple leather chairs around purple felt gaming tables and gives the casino a sumptuous, glamorous feel. In addition to the roulette table, two blackjack tables and three card poker table, you will find over 40 slot machines. The fun carpet complements the room well, reflecting the colour scheme of the yellows and purples of the furniture.
Photo Gallery
Photo gallery
- The Photo Gallery is conveniently placed on the starboard side of the Promenade Deck. You can view the photos that our team of on board professional photographers captures and take home high quality mementos of your holiday. The Photo Gallery can also develop your film or download your images and print your photos right on board. You can also buy other photographic supplies here including film, photo frames and albums.
Enjoy a leisurely dip in the pool or simply relax on deck and soak up the sun on one of our sun loungers.
- Neptune pool - (Indoor / outdoor pool with retractable roof) - 8.6 metres x 4 metres, 1.8 metres deep. Located on Lido Deck. Has 2 steel ladders with 4 wooden steps for each ladder.
- Aquarius pool - (Outdoor pool) - 7.2 metres x 4.2 metres, 2.2 metres deep. Located on Lido Deck. Has 2 steel ladders with 5 wooden steps for each ladder.
- Hydro Pool - (Indoor pool, part of the spa). Located on Lido Deck. Has 8 steps leading down into the pool.
Sea day activities
With a range of activities taking place throughout the day, you'll struggle to fit everything in. Take a look below for some examples of activities you could enjoy on board...
- Dance classes - take place on all cruises with 7 or more days at sea which are hosted by coupled dance instructors. A variety of complimentary dance lessons are available with the main type of dance offered being ballroom and Latin. It may be possible to arrange 1 to 1 tuition; any charges generated from this would be at the instructor's discretion. Everyone is welcome regardless of experience.
- Guest speakers - will be on board cruises of 7 nights or more (if over 20 night duration - 2 speakers share the cruise).
- Deck quoits - however this is weather dependent.
- Shuffleboard - however this is weather dependent.
- Watercolour art - classes take place on all cruises with 6 or more days at sea. Art materials can be purchased on board or you may bring your own art materials to participate in the classes.
- Bridge - classes hosted by an instructor will take place on all cruises with 7 or more full days at sea (they do not need to be consecutive days at sea).
- Language classes - a language instructor teaching Spanish will feature on Round the World Cruises only. However the language and times are subject to change. Full information, including any associated costs, times and locations will be available on-board.
- If you love to shop then you will be in shopping heaven when you reach Piccadilly on Promenade Deck. The exterior presents stunning window displays of clothing and chic jewellery. Inside you will find an array of attractive souvenirs, perfumes and make up, as well as jewellery, elegant clothing and accessories from different designers. The Holiday Essential Shop, has everything you may need whilst on holiday from sweets and snacks to souvenirs and toiletries and other holiday essentials such as batteries and sun lotion.
Sports and Spa
Sports and Spa
- If you are a sports fiend Arcadia has many options. Arcadia's Sports Court is situated at the stern of the ship on Sky Deck. Whether you enjoy the friendly competition of an organised tournament or prefer to play casually with your own party, short tennis, football, volleyball, basketball and cricket are just some of the options available in Arcadia's Sports Court. And just aft of the Sports Court you will find the golf nets, where you can perfect your swing, using your own clubs or those provided.
Gym and Fitness
- The fantastic ocean views offer a great way to unwind while you improve your fitness and stamina in Arcadia's gymnasium. At the very front of the ship, high up on Lido Deck and next to the Oasis Spa, is Arcadia's high-tech Gym. Watch the waves as you work out with all the latest equipment. We offer a range of fitness classes such as indoor cycling, pilates, yoga, body sculpt boot camp and push 'n' lift which are assisted by a fitness instructor.
- The gym is typically open from 8am - 8pm every day and use of the on-board gym equipment is complimentary. Equipment on board includes: Bikes, Treadmills, Cross-trainers, Steppers, Rowing machines, Free weights.
The Retreat
- The Retreat is a room designed to be 'zen' - the ultimate space for relaxation. Travel in the midships lifts to the Sun Deck to reach the Retreat. This light and airy room, with comfy cream sofas and easy chairs, floor-to-ceiling windows and a large expanse of wooden floor, provides an atmosphere conducive to activities such as Tai Chi, meditation and yoga, which are run as part of Arcadia's New Horizons programme.
Oasis spa
- Putting the aah in spa. Think luxurious spaces to relax in, salon treatments and the aroma of scented oils. You can enjoy a warming and cleansing visit to the sauna and steam rooms. Or opt for the very latest in facials, manicures, pedicures, aromatherapy or massages. Within the Oasis Spa are Arcadia's hydrotherapy pool and thermal suite, where you'll find steam rooms, sauna and 'experience' showers as well as heated ceramic beds where you can relax. To reach the Oasis Spa, simply take the forward lifts to Lido Deck portside, or walk across the expanse of teak deck surrounding the Neptune Pool.
- Some of Arcadia's spa features...
- Thermal suite - Thermal treatments have been used for thousands of years to soothe away stress and promote better health. Relax in Arcadia's steam rooms and sauna and let the restorative powers of heat and humidity work their magic. Or settle in to one of the thermal loungers and let their heat melt away your troubles.
- Spa treatment rooms - What better way to relax into your holiday than with a treatment in the Oasis Spa? The comfortable and private treatment rooms give you personal space to relax completely as you experience some of the best beauty and relaxation treatments available. Some of the treatments on offer are:
- Elemis Aroma Stone Therapy - We use heated stones to melt away your tension. Therapeutic heat is slowly released into the belly of the muscle for a completely new body experience.
- 24 Karat Gold Facial - Quite literally Stardust, the properties of gold are electrifying, speeding up cell renewal through its powerful magnetic forces while evoking a brighter and more clarified skin texture and complexion.
Oasis Salon
- The fully equipped salon is the perfect place to head if you want to look your best before a glamorous night out on board Arcadia. Visit the hair salon to have your hair styled for the evening, to try a new colour or even a totally new look. The Oasis Salon is all about pampering and indulging yourself. Treatments at the salon include: Lash and brow tinting, A range of manicures and pedicures, Bliss waxing (brows, lip/chin, half arm, underarm, half or full leg, bikini, brazilian, back/chest), Hair styles and treatments including colouring and highlights.
Stage Shows
The Globe
- Located in the heart of the ship on F Deck, The Globe provides a wealth of entertainment. You enter this room from the starboard side corridor, and as you do so, you'll be met by a shining black marble bar with small starlights sparkling overhead. As the name suggests the room is circular and its subtle lighting brings a warm ambience to the room in the form of recessed lights and elegant lamps. Curvy seating and a black and gold colour scheme continue the room's classy atmosphere and fluid lines. Here you might catch the latest film release on its cinema screen, attend an art auction, enjoy a late night cabaret or boogie the night away to some live music!
The Palladium
- Arcadia's impressive three tier theatre, The Palladium, is located at the very forward end of the ship. Inside you will find comfortable theatre-style-seating arcs around the stage in three tiers, affording you excellent views of the stage. In The Palladium, the drama is not confined to the stage, as the décor adds a theatrical touch of its own. A rich colour scheme of royal blue, violet, midnight blue and silver sets off the main attraction - the shows themselves! Suede and crushed velvet adds an opulent touch, ensuring The Palladium has all the magic and anticipation of the West End!
The Screening Room
- This 30-seat boutique cinema is Arcadia's dedicated space for showing films on board. You'll find the cinema positioned on the starboard side of Promenade Deck, aft of the forward lifts and adjacent to the Horizon Suite.
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- Year: 2005
- Beam: 96ft
- Cruising speed: 24kn
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On June 30, 1972, ownership of the Blue Cross symbol and name passed to the Blue Cross Association. On Feb. 27, 1973, a new symbol was introduced: a blue Greek cross with a stylized human figure in its center.
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Alexandrina is a very popular variety of saucer magnolia. Thanks to the rich colour of outer petals it is rated commercially best-selling saucer magnolia. The flowers are upto 10 cm across, white inside, flushed deep pink and purple outside, with a lovely fragrance …
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Spectacular large shrub or small tree valued for its beautiful large tulip-shaped blooms, purplish-pink with white interior in late winter into early spring. Great garden specimen; use it to anchor shrub beds. Deciduous. Full sun. Moderate grower to 20 to 25 feet tall and wide, smaller …
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