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Effect of Whole Body Vibration Therapy in Children With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (WBV-JIA)
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|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT00836394
Recruitment Status : Withdrawn (No potential participants met entry criteria)
First Posted : February 4, 2009
Last Update Posted : May 14, 2018
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|Condition or disease
|Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
|Device: Galileo (whole body vibration (WBV) therapy)
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This project aims to evaluate the effect of a therapy called whole body vibration (WBV) on muscle function and joint biomechanics in children and adolescents suffering from juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA).
JIA is the most common chronic form of arthritis in children and affects at least 1 in 1000 Canadian children and youth. Current data suggests that a large number of children suffering from JIA will encounter permanent joint damage, to which direct effects of inflammation are an important contributor. Nevertheless, recent research has also shown that impaired muscle function and a subsequent alteration of joint loading might by itself induce joint damage. Fifty percent of JIA patients have significant impairments of muscle function and this is often present in patients who do not have active arthritis anymore. In addition to optimum medical treatment of the disease, it is therefore important to improve muscle function in order to protect the joints.
WBV therapy might be an interesting technique to achieve this in JIA patients. It is able to improve muscle function very efficiently with relatively short training times and at the same time confers loads to the lower limbs which are only 30% of body weight. The WBV device consists of a plate going up and down along a fulcrum at a high frequency. The patient stands on the WBV device and the vibration will induce muscle stretch reflexes producing muscle contractions. These muscle contractions are similar to muscle activity during exercise and are not perceived as painful or unpleasant. The technique has been used in children with several conditions impairing muscle function.
The primary question to be investigated in the proposed study is whether WBV therapy will significantly improve muscle function in JIA patients. In addition, the effect of an improvement in muscle function on gait and the loading of individual joints at the lower extremity will be examined. Finally the effect of WBV therapy on quality of life will be assessed.
We propose conducting a controlled trial investigation. This implies, that one group of study participants, called the intervention group, will do the WBV therapy, whereas a second group, called the control group, will just follow their daily habitual activities. All participants will have an initial assessment of muscle function, electrical muscle activity and joint biomechanics by completely painless measurement techniques at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) and a nearby Human Motion Biomechanics lab at the University of Ottawa. In addition, an MRI of the lower legs without contrast media will be done to confirm the absence of joint effusions as well as bone or muscle edema. Quality of life will be assessed by a standard questionnaire that has been validated in JIA. Subsequently, study participants in the intervention group as well as their parents will be introduced to the therapy during two separate sessions at the CHEO. They will then take a WBV device home and perform 6 minutes of training on 5 days a week for 3 months. Each month, they will return to CHEO for assessment of muscle function and demonstration of training technique. At the end of the 3 month period, both intervention and control group patients will repeat the initial set of assessments including MRI. After another 3 month period, all participants will return for a final assessment of muscle function and joint biomechanics but not MRI to document persistence of any change observed.
|Study Type :
|Interventional (Clinical Trial)
|Actual Enrollment :
|0 participants
|Intervention Model:
|Parallel Assignment
|Single (Outcomes Assessor)
|Primary Purpose:
|Official Title:
|The Effect of Whole Body Vibration Therapy on Muscle Function and Joint Loading in Children With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
|Study Start Date :
|February 2009
|Actual Primary Completion Date :
|January 2011
|Actual Study Completion Date :
|January 2011
Experimental: Intervention Group
Will undergo whole body vibration (WBV) therapy (6 minutes of training on 5 days a week for 3 months)
Device: Galileo (whole body vibration (WBV) therapy)
6 minutes of training on 5 days a week for 3 months
Other Name: Galileo
No Intervention: Control
Will follow daily habitual activities
- The primary objective is to evaluate the effect of whole body vibration therapy on muscle function by measuring the increase in z-score muscle power during a two leg jump as determined by jumping mechanography after 12 weeks compared to baseline. [ Time Frame: 12 weeks ]
- The increase in muscle force measured during a one leg jump as determined by jumping mechanography [ Time Frame: 12 weeks ]
- The increase in joint moment and power of the lower-limb measured in a gait lab using motion analysis [ Time Frame: 12 weeks ]
- The change in range of motion, velocity and step distance during walking measured by motion analysis and on the Leonardo gangway [ Time Frame: 12 weeks ]
- Muscle activation changes in amplitude and frequency content measured by surface EMG [ Time Frame: 12 weeks ]
- The safety of the therapy by documenting any recurrence of joint effusions, bone marrow or muscle edema as determined by MRI imaging of the lower extremity [ Time Frame: 12 weeks ]
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|Ages Eligible for Study:
|7 Years to 18 Years (Child, Adult)
|Sexes Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- Diagnosis of JIA
- No active lower-limb arthritis at recruitment shown by clinical examination or MRI
- No active arthritis in the 3 months prior to study entry
- Age > 7 years and < 18 years
- Written informed consent from parents and patients over 14 years of age, assent from children 7 to 14 years
- Written commitment by parents to supervise each therapy session
- Z-score power ≤ -1 as determined on the Leonardo force plate
Exclusion Criteria:
- Lower-limb arthritis on clinical examination or MRI
- Acute venous thrombosis
- Acute hernia
- Migraine
- Epilepsy
- Pregnancy
- Participation in another interventional study
- Surgery and/or fracture within previous 3 months
- Joint replacements
To learn more about this study, you or your doctor may contact the study research staff using the contact information provided by the sponsor.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier (NCT number): NCT00836394
|Canada, Ontario
|Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario
|Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K0C 1L0
|Principal Investigator:
|Johannes Roth, MD
|Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario
|Responsible Party:
|Johannes Roth, MD, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario
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|First Posted:
|February 4, 2009 Key Record Dates
|Last Update Posted:
|May 14, 2018
|Last Verified:
|May 2018
juvenile idiopathic arthritis
vibration therapy
Arthritis, Juvenile
Joint Diseases
Musculoskeletal Diseases
Rheumatic Diseases
Connective Tissue Diseases
Autoimmune Diseases
Immune System Diseases


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JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's new governing coalition prepared to take office after a parliamentary vote on Monday with powerful roles reserved for supporters of settlers in occupied territory.
While the new line-up includes more moderates than in the outgoing government, the predominance of legislators who are either settlers or among their staunchest supporters could hamper any efforts to revive Israeli-Palestinian peace talks.
But, presenting his new government to parliament and using a phrase he has used in past major policy speeches, Netanyahu said his administration "extends its hand in peace" to the Palestinians.
"With a Palestinian partner who is willing to conduct negotiations in good faith, Israel will be prepared for a historic compromise that will end the conflict with the Palestinians forever," he said, repeating a pledge he made at the start of short-lived peace talks in 2010.
New Defence Minister Moshe Yaalon, a member of Netanyahu's Likud party, opposes any curbs on settlement-building that Palestinians say must stop before they can return to the U.S.-sponsored negotiations, which collapsed over the issue.
Israeli construction in the occupied West Bank, territory which the Palestinians want along with East Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip for an independent state, must be signed off by the Defence Ministry.
Yaalon's predecessor, Ehud Barak, who headed a center-left party but did not run in the January 22 election, was often accused by settlers of impeding settlement projects.
"The incoming defense minister, Moshe Yaalon, has sworn allegiance to Judea and Samaria," Nahum Barnea, a political commentator for the Yedioth Ahronoth daily, wrote, using the Biblical names for the West Bank.
Palestinians say that Israeli settlements, considered illegal by most countries, will deny them a viable state.
The settlement issue, along with Iran's nuclear program, are likely to figure prominently in talks this week in Jerusalem between Netanyahu and Barack Obama, who will be visiting Israel and the West Bank for the first time as U.S. president.
"We face very great threats. Iran continues in its race to obtain an atomic bomb. It continues to enrich uranium in order to produce a bomb," Netanyahu told parliament.
"At the United Nations, in September, I presented a red line. Iran has not crossed it but it is approaching it," he said, repeating an assessment he has voiced in recent months.
"It must not be allowed to cross this line," he reiterated, referring to the accruement of sufficient fuel for a potential first bomb.
Netanyahu has said Iran could reach that stage by this spring or summer. Obama said last week it would take Iran more than a year to produce one.
The Islamic Republic denies seeking nuclear weapons, saying it is enriching uranium only for electricity and medical uses.
After weeks of coalition negotiations, Netanyahu signed pacts with the centrist Yesh Atid and far-right Jewish Home parties on Friday, clinching a parliamentary majority.
The Knesset was to ratify the new government later on Monday, the first in a decade to exclude ultra-Orthodox Jewish factions that are at odds with Yesh Atid and Jewish Home over reducing state benefits for religious families and institutions and limiting military draft deferments for seminary students.
Among the top new ministers in the cabinet are Yair Lapid, a former TV news anchor whose Yesh Atid party came in a surprise second to Netanyahu's right-wing Likud-Beitenu list, and Naftali Bennett, a former settler leader and head of Jewish Home.
Netanyahu's new housing and construction minister, Uri Ariel, is a settler himself and member of Jewish Home. He said on Sunday the new cabinet would continue to expand settlements "more or less as it has done previously".
Several months ago, Israel announced plans to build more than 11,000 new houses in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, almost double the 6,800 it has erected since March 2009 when Netanyahu took office, the anti-settlement Peace Now group said.
Some 500,000 settlers and about 2.5 million Palestinians live in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, which Israel captured along with the Gaza Strip in the 1967 Middle East war.
Writing by Maayan Lubell and Jeffrey Heller; editing by Mark Heinrich

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Vending machine
This is the place to list any info about our imaginary vending machine.
Dontations to the fund and goal status
Commited donations:
Nickthedude $100 --PAID
also commiting to dealing with logistics, but looking for a volunteer or two to help with the heavy lifting and such.
Andy Isaacson $60 --PAID
jof $100 -- PAID
Hephaestus $50 --PAID
Rachel McConnell $50 --PAID
Leif $50 --PAID
Shannon $50 --PAID
Raphael $40 --PAID
Total = $520
Minimum Goal = $500
Difference = +$20
Money Spent
$400 the vending machine
$75 delivery
$8.74 20 pack of coke
$17.11 electrical timer to shut it off at night
total spent = $500.85
money left over = $19.15 Planning on buying more soda / drinks
Service manual for our vending machine (Dixie-Narco model DNCB 368)
How to contribute
Buy some drinks and either leave them on top and they'll be loaded in or if you're feeling ambitious load them in yourself.
Purchase Info
We bought the Machine from Gary (not sure of his last name)
Gary is coming in at some point to fix the ballast of the lights.
We have a 90 day warranty starting 1/4/2011
Gary's number:
cell: 510-300-4836 office: 510-710-9126
Goals and Future
The goal of this project is to generate money to support noisebridge as well as give clarity and an obvious way to support to noisebridge to the "walk-in" crowd as well as the noisefolk.
Depending on the success of the soda machine it would be nice to have other premium vending machines that vend possibly healthy snacks, computer parts, arduinos etc.
The vending machine speaks DEX/UCS protocol to a "handheld terminal." A quick search reveals that's a serial protocol at 9600 baud, most likely at TTL levels (NOT RS-232) on a 1/4 inch stereo jack. Details of the protocol were not easily found, and likely involve checksums and/or audit information. Not clear this is worth hacking as there are some indications this communication only happens in "service mode" when the door is open and thus simultaneous vending is not possible.
A possibly simpler hacking solution is to instrument the various switches and motors to get data directly.
The coin mech and bill validator may use the MDB vending machine protocol: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multidrop_bus
Possible Issues and possible solutions
Problem:It is feared that any vending machine put in noisebridge will immediately get hacked. Not sure how excellent this would be.
Possible solution: possibly a non-issue, can we post a sign that says please hack me gently? lol
Problem:How to deal with stock sodas not already inside the machine.
Possible Solution: keep it shrink wrapped, don't think it's too big a deal, plus don't forget, at least ideally this is more for the casual "walk in" type people.
Problem:Electrical usage:
Possible solution: a timer so we don't have to run the machine all the time:
I have one of these and they work ok: http://www.google.com/products/catalog?q=sylvania+timer&um=1&ie=UTF-8&cid=17676369476629548940&ei=oi4STeCEEILGsAOH8rXdAg&sa=X&oi=product_catalog_result&ct=image&resnum=7&ved=0CDYQ8gIwBg#
This won't really help. Because of basic thermodynamics, the compressor needs to run a certain amount: if the duty cycle is low enough to save energy, the drinks will be warm. Trust the thermostat! However, a timer could possibly shift the time the compressor runs to put the noise in the wee hours of the morning. Also, make sure any timer switch you use is rated for at least 11 amps, and I would say 15 to be safe! Jtfoote 05:27, 5 January 2011 (UTC)
Problem:Noise. And not the good kind. The "gets-really-annoying-really-fast" kind.
Possible solution: Don't buy a vending machine. Be responsible and pay existing bills instead. Or get a soda fountain for on-the-fly mixing of syrup and carbonated water.


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Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova will answer your questions online on Friday, Jan. 7, at 2 p.m. about the current state of the county and what residents can expect to see in 2011.
Sharon Bulova
Welcome and thank you all for joining me today on Ask Fairfax! I'm excited to be here today to talk about what's in store for Fairfax County in 2011. Let's get started...
Will there be a moratorium on real Estate development in our area? The construction of houses has left us with fewer and fewer green areas. every inch in our county is spoken for by developers. need your leadership to help curb the sprawl and the consequent traffic, diminution of services per person, and diminishing education opportunities for our children. Curb sprawl please.
PS: If I wanted to live in New York City I would have moved there.
Sharon Bulova
It is not legally possible for Fairfax County to levy a "moratorium" on building and development. Landowners have a legal right to develop and/or build in accordance with the zoning on their property.
I understand your concern about how growth and development takes place. Just as we have grown over the past 50 years, we will continue to grow. It's important that we not continue the kind of growth that causes the kind of sprawl and environmental problems you have pointed out.
As we accommodate new growth, it has never been more important to guide that growth toward areas that can best support it. Using the Transformation of Tysons Corner as our model, we will encourage growth and development toward transit oriented, walkable, mixed-use centers which will be attractive to young residents as well as empty nesters like myself. An existing model of this urban compact development pattern can be found in Reston Town Center, where someone can walk out their door and find shopping, recreation and other amenities within an easy walk. This pattern of growth will protect and preserve our stable older neighborhoods as well.
I want to point out that Fairfax County is home to more than 48,000 acres of open space and an additional 40,000 acres of preserved land, which amounts to 35 percent of the entire county. For a breakdown of that land, visit: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/chairman/news/park-land.htm
Anonymous User
What school programs are at risk of being cut in the new budget?
Sharon Bulova
One of the most important investments the County makes in its annual budget is in the Fairfax County Public School system. We provide over half of the County's $3.3 billion budget to the schools in a lump sum School Transfer. Under the Virginia constitution the Board of Supervisors does not have the authority for "line item" program decisions. That is a responsibility of the elected school board. The Superintendent of Schools released his requested budget yesterday. You can learn about what school programs are recommended to be changed or eliminated by visiting the Schools' web site at http://www.fcps.edu/news/fy2012.htm
Jeff Q
Improving transportation is simply impossible without getting more of us out of cars and onto public transit. But transit keeps getting trimmed, making it less desirable even for those hardy souls who have learned how to use the complex, multi-modal, multi-jurisdictional system effectively. Do we have any 2011 funds allocated for practical measures to (A) make transit easier to use and (B) convince drivers to ride? Here's one practical idea that I'd like to see implemented ASAP: real-time tracking of Fairfax Connector buses, like Metrobus, Fairfax CUE, DC Connector, and PG County already have. I ride all the time, and I've found that there's a world of difference knowing when several possible buses are *actually* going to show up, allowing me to juggle errands across the Metro area -- but not in Fairfax County -- much more effectively. Making this work would be much more cost-effective than ad campaigns that few pay attention to.
Sharon Bulova
The short answer is yes: making transit more desirable for residents and commuters is a priority for the Board of Supervisors for 2011. We must invest in buses, Metro, VRE and make sure these various modes are connected in a way that creates an efficient system. I am pursuing the addition of bus rapid transit on the 495 Beltway HOT Lanes in 2011. Several years ago the Board adopted a commercial tax called the Commercial and Industrial tax that can be used only for transportation improvements. A significant amount of this fund is being used for enhancing transit in Fairfax County. Thanks to the passage of last year's transportation bond referendum, more funding is available for our contribution toward Metro improvements.
Anonymous User
The county often boasts about tree canopy goals. Yet I drive around and see massive swaths of mature trees demolished to build yet another strip shopping center. Nutley and 29. MetroWest project. Telegraph Road. Hotlanes. How can you say there's a goal to have a large tree canopy when all of these land use decisions render mature trees useless? It's not like mature forests are being planted to replace these trees. Thank you for your insight.
Sharon Bulova
Currently, 40 percent of Fairfax County is covered by tree canopies. Our 30 year tree canopy goal calls for an increase in planting across the county in order to increase that coverage to 45 percent by 2037. While I understand your concern over tree removal in commercial areas, it's actually planting in residential neighborhoods that will have the most impact on tree canopies in Fairfax County. For more information on how you can help us meet our tree canopy goal, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpwes/environmental/30year.htm
Fairfax County is experiencing an unprecedented amount of transportation construction. The Board of Supervisors was able to get the General Assembly to include tree replacement and reforestation goals as part of the HOT lanes project. An arborist is currently working with volunteer organizations in Fairfax County to meet landscaping and reforestation goals.
Thanks for opening up the discussion, Chairman Bulova. How do you feel about Delegate LeMunyon's legislation to allow county supervisors to veto future toll increases?
Sharon Bulova
Fairfax County did not request the bill as part of our legislative package. While I agree with the intent of Del. LeMunyon's bill to keep tolls affordable for our motorists, I share MWAA's concern that this has the potential of damaging the marketability of the bonds and, therefore, jeopardize the financing of the Dulles Rail project.
Anonymous User
What are the real odds that the county will take over roads from the state?
Sharon Bulova
Essentially, all roads in Fairfax County are maintained by the state. The prospect of taking over the maintenance and operation of the roads would be extraordinarily expensive. While we would like to improve on the maintenance and have more control over operation, we need to be very careful about the cost implications of doing so for our taxpayers. County staff presented an initial analysis of the proposal, and we have asked for a more in depth look at the options we discussed. The General Assembly has not provided sufficient funding to maintain the roads at a level that our constituents expect. Taking over the roads at this point would be equivalent the car being run out gas, failing its safety inspections, and being rolled into the driveway for us to take over.
Philip B.
Can you give us an update on the BRAC Mark Center site and traffic concerns? Is the county actively involved in traffic mitigation plans? Is there any chance of funding (from Federal, Alexandria, Arlington, and/or Fairfax) for improved highway access?
(My own 2 cents... DOD should commit that 90% of Pentagon Annex parking will be reserved for those who work non-standard hours and don't commute between 7-9am or 4-6pm)
Sharon Bulova
I have been actively involved in discussions regarding the BRAC Marc Center site in Alexandria. This is a location that Fairfax County strongly opposed. That having been said, the building is up and employees will soon be moving in. I am working with my state and federal colleagues, as well my counterparts in Alexandria and Arlginton, to identify transportation improvements to help people get in and out of the new site. In November, I hosted a community meeting with Mason District Supervisor Penny Gross to identify ways to protect County neighborhoods from traffic and parking associated with the Marc Center. We agreed to establish a task force of citizens that will identify measures to alleviate traffic in both Fairfax County and Alexandria once the Marc Center is in operation.
AC Chen
I live less than two miles from Tysons Corner in Vienna. There are no safe ways to either walk there or ride my bike. Considering the large population that works and visits the commercial area surrounding Tysons, that seems to be a real shame.
Sharon Bulova
County staff continues to engage with stakeholders (particularly people like you) to conduct the Tysons Metro Station Access Management Study (TMSAMS). Once complete, the study will identify the most effective ways to connect the bike and pedestrian trails that are part of the redevelopment of Tysons Corner to the surrounding neighborhoods allowing people to safely get in and out of Tysons on foot or on their bike.
We feel it's critical to the success of mixed-use developments that they be walkable and bikeable, which will relieve congestion and protect the environment. For more information on the County's Bicycle Master Plan, visit: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/fcdot/bike/county_bike_master_plan.htm
The Bicycle Master Plan encompasses a 3-mile radius from the Tysons Metro stations.
Anna Jensen
What is the likelihood that certain schools will be redistricted based on the newest census number?
Sharon Bulova
School boundaries are not related to the redistricting process we are conducting as a result of the 2010 Census. The County's redistricting process is required in order to even up the population in each of the Magisterial districts. School boundary adjustments deal with school population and those boundaries are set by the elected school board.
Anonymous User
Why does it take the supervisors three hours to begin the real business at your meetings? Honoring people is nice, but it's a nice-to-have that shouldn't take forever. I'd rather you use my tax dollars and debate/discuss issues of real importance.
Sharon Bulova
Fairfax County is an amazing place, and we have an extremely engaged community. With such a large and diverse population, it is important to recognize the achievements of Fairfax County residents and our Board will continue to do that at every opportunity. I have been working with my colleagues over the last several weeks to streamline the recognition portion of the Board meetings.
Does the County have an independent office or individual who examines each and everything the County does and asks good management questions like, 'Why is the County doing this?' 'What does it cost the taxpayers?' 'Does the cost justify the benefit?' 'Is there another cheaper way to do this?'
In the last budget cycle the department heads were asked to present ways to reduce their costs. This is not enough as each will protect their own turfs.
Sharon Bulova
About 10 years ago, the Board of Supervisors established an auditor to the Board, which essentially performs the tasks you described. This is a small office that works through a Board Audit Committee, which is comprised of four Supervisors and two appointed citizens. Over the years, this office has saved the County millions of dollars by identifying efficiencies and cost savings. This is in addition to a Department of Internal Audit which reports to the County Executive.
Marcus Simon
What sort of trends are you expecting to see with Real Estate Values in the county? I've read recently that the Washington Area is actually seeing some price appreciation. Do you expect to see that reflected in our assessments? If so, will that help the budget situation?
Sharon Bulova
The County Executive will release his advertised budget in late February. At that time, we will have more information about the value of real estate in Fairfax County. Currently, we are seeing a modest increase in the value of residential property in the County - about 2.4%. However, commercial real estate value is continuing to decline although not as steeply as in 2010. This very modest increase in value coupled with required expenses in health care and benefits result in a projected shortfall of about $50 million. We are still not out of the woods.
Anonymous User
I just saw on the news that the School Superintendent has proposed a 2% salary increase for teachers in his proposed budget. What are your general thoughts on this and do you support salary increases for county employees?
Sharon Bulova
Fairfax County has been dealing with the worst economic downturn in most of our lifetimes. For the past two years we have held compensation for all County employees at the 2009 level. It's important to maintain fairness and equity among our workforce. Currently, we are projecting a $50 million shortfall for FY2012. If we were to attempt to resume compensation increases as usual for all County employees it would increase that shortfall by $107 million - $74 million for the school employees and $33 million for County employees. The budget cycle is just beginning, and compensation will be just one of many important issues that we will face when we adopt a spending plan for next year.
Sharon Bulova
Thank you all so much for joining me today. We had some excellent questions, and only so much time. I look forward to doing this again.
Next Thursday (Jan. 13), I will be giving my State of the County address here at the Government Center. The address will be posted online and air on Channel 16.
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The Scottish Sun - "Scottish Newspaper of the Year" mind you - reports that a woman gave her 42-year-old husband an ultimatum: Ditch that six-foot-tall World of Warcraft orc statue, or I move to Canada. Who did he choose?
Surprise! This is actually a story about rational people. He put the orc, which he'd owned for six years, up for adoption. "Dee means more to me, so he had to go," said Robert Cushnie, a 42-year-old telecommunications manager.
Seems Cushnie had acquired the statue when a games store shut down. He married his wife in February, but she, standing 5-3 was mildly repulsed, if not intimidated, by the six-foot orc. The statue is now with an elderly couple, whose 16-year-old granddaughter adores it.
Oh by the way, the Cushnies are still moving to Canada, Dee's country of origin. See? Happily ever after. We can do that here, too.
It's Him Orc Me [The Scottish Sun, via HBG]
[Image via GizmoWatch; it's not the statue in question, but close.]


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Steve Lonegan (left) and Chris Christie prepare for a gubernatorial debate in this 2009 photo.
(Tony Kurdzuk/The Star-Ledger)
TRENTON — Gov. Chris Christie is expected to endorse the Republican running for U.S. Senate in New Jersey, but otherwise stay hands-off in a race featuring his Democratic friend and political ally Cory Booker.
Christie won't be eager to tarnish Booker, the 44-year-old mayor of Newark who is heavily favored to be the state's next senator.
Challenger Steve Lonegan is trying to buck history by becoming the first Republican elected to the Senate from New Jersey in 40-plus years. Booker would make history by becoming the state's first black senator. Early polls show Booker, who entered the race with a national profile, well ahead.
The Monmouth University Polling Institute's Patrick Murray predicts Christie will appear alongside Lonegan only once — for an endorsement Murray said the Republican governor is obliged to make to appease the party's conservative wing.
Christie and Booker enjoy a good working relationship that was strengthened when Booker decided to run for the Senate rather than challenge Christie for governor. They formed a powerful alliance to eliminate lifetime teacher tenure, with the Newark teachers union becoming the first to ratify a contract that provides for bonus pay based on classroom performance.
While they disagree on social issues like gay marriage, they are like-minded on government workers paying more for their retirement and health benefits. The two appeared in a "Seinfeld" parody video last year, and strolled the beach together at the governor's Shore residence.
Booker has been respectful of Christie even on the stump, careful not to mention the governor by name — or bash his policies — while campaigning for Christie's Democratic opponent, Sen. Barbara Buono. Lonegan and Christie, on the other hand, exchanged pointed rhetoric while adversaries during the 2009 gubernatorial primary, and have been at arms-length since.
Lonegan backers apparently grasp the dynamic of the race.
"The governor's got his race to run, and Steve has his," said Lonegan strategist Rick Shaftan. "He's got his issues and Steve has his. They're totally different — state and federal."
The Oct. 16 special election will decide who succeeds the late Sen. Frank Lautenberg.
Christie's re-election will be decided three weeks later, and he is counting on winning big to showcase his bipartisan appeal and raise his stature as a possible 2016 presidential candidate.
Booker has been running as someone who brings people together. Lonegan, who has run two unsuccessful campaigns for governor and one for Congress, can seem antagonistic.
The governor already has been asked to explain a social media post by the Lonegan campaign that suggested Booker's foreign policy knowledge was gleaned from Newark's ethnically diverse neighborhoods. The primary-night tweet was widely panned as racially tinged. Lonegan campaign aide said when the candidate found out about it, he ordered it removed.
Christie set the special Senate election in October, avoiding having to share his own Nov. 5 re-election bid with a Senate contest — featuring Booker — that would have topped the ballot. With Booker on the Democratic ticket, voters who would not otherwise bother could show up at the polls, diminishing Christie's victory margin. The extra election is costing the state $12 million.
In the interim, the governor sent former Attorney General Jeff Chiesa to hold the Senate seat, leaving some to wonder why Christie didn't appoint a strong Republican now and schedule the election for November 2014, which would have given the GOP choice time to gain voter confidence. Booker, who decided to run before Lautenberg died in June, had a built-in fundraising advantage and name recognition that Christie may have felt too difficult to overcome.
As a high-profile senator, Booker could help Christie court black votes should he seek the Republican presidential nomination.
The strategy is not without political risk for a governor who's already taken heat for embracing President Barack Obama during a visit after Superstorm Sandy and who recently swatted aside Republican Sen. Rand Paul's suggestion that they hash out their differences over a beer. Like Christie, Paul is thinking about running for president.
If Christie appears too distant, it could irritate Lonegan, the former director of the anti-tax group Americans for Prosperity, and his conservative cronies, at a time when he would be wooing the national party base.


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IF Ricky Ponting had any lingering doubts about whether he chose the right time to retire, his two innings in Australia's defeat in Perth would have put them well and truly to bed.
As much as Ponting wanted a fairytale finish to his glittering Test career, it became clearly evident he had already extracted every ounce of talent from his ageing body.
At 37 years and 350 days of age, Ponting was no longer the force he once was.
After making just four in the first innings of the third Test against South Africa at the WACA Ground, Ponting could only muster eight in his second dig before edging spinner Robin Peterson to Jacques Kallis at first slip.
Peterson, playing his first Test since early 2008, celebrated as if he'd won the World Cup.
Kallis was more subdued, knowing all too well he'd just played a role in finishing one of the greatest careers of all time.
Ponting was given a guard of honour by South Africa's players when he made his way to the crease with Australia in early trouble at 2-81, chasing 632 for victory.
And the good-will continued from there.
Towering paceman Morne Morkel misfielded a Ponting drive to gift the batsman a boundary.
And when Ponting was dismissed, he received congratulatory handshakes from most of South Africa's squad.
As he walked off the Test arena for the final time, Ponting raised his bat and helmet high in the air to acknowledge the crowd on hand.
Australia were eventually bowled out for 322, giving South Africa an emphatic 309-run win with more than a day to spare, after they belted 569 in their match-winning second dig.
Former Test opener Justin Langer, who retired in 2007, said Ponting would have been disappointed to be dismissed at the hands of a spinner on the fast and bouncy WACA deck.
But Langer said his former skipper could now let his guard down and reflect on a magnificent career that netted him 13,378 Test runs at an average of 51.85.
"I know it's been quite emotional for him this week but I sense now it would be a great relief for him," Langer told Channel 9.
"I get the sense that relief will be one of his strongest emotions."
In the series against South Africa, Ponting scored just 32 runs at an average of 6.4.
It wasn't the fairytale end he was after, but at least it was a fairytale career for a man widely regarded to be the best batsman since Sir Donald Bradman.
By Justin Chadwick and Ben Horne with AAP
THAT'S OVER: Ricky Ponting acknowledges the crowd after being dismissed for 8 runs in his final Test innings (AAP Image/Theron Kirkman)


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Cruise Itinerary
|Ports of call
|Thu, Mar 5 2020 18:00
|Santiago (San Antonio)
|Thu, Mar 5 2020 18:00
|At Sea
|Fri, Mar 6 2020 18:00
|Puerto Montt
|Sat, Mar 7 2020 07:00
|Sat, Mar 7 2020 18:00
|At Sea
|Sun, Mar 8 2020 18:00
|Amalia Glacier
|Mon, Mar 9 2020 07:00
|Mon, Mar 9 2020 08:00
|Punta Arenas
|Tue, Mar 10 2020 07:00
|Tue, Mar 10 2020 19:00
|Wed, Mar 11 2020 12:00
|Wed, Mar 11 2020 20:00
|Cape Horn
|Thu, Mar 12 2020 07:00
|Thu, Mar 12 2020 08:00
|Port Stanley
|Fri, Mar 13 2020 08:00
|Fri, Mar 13 2020 18:30
|At Sea
|Sat, Mar 14 2020 18:30
|Puerto Madryn
|Sun, Mar 15 2020 07:00
|Sun, Mar 15 2020 17:00
|At Sea
|Mon, Mar 16 2020 17:00
|Tue, Mar 17 2020 08:00
|Tue, Mar 17 2020 18:00
|Buenos Aires
|Wed, Mar 18 2020 08:00
|Stay in Port
|Total length of cruise: 14 - nights
Cape Horn and Strait of Magellan
- TV for in-cabin entertainment
- In cabin safe
- Full breakfast
- Buffet or a la carte lunch menu
- Buffet or 4 course a la carte dinners
- Musical stage shows and entertainment
- Special guest entertainers
- Latest release movies (in cabin and on big screen)
- Choice of Bars and Lounges
- Fully supervised children's programs for ages 3 to 17 years
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|Vessel: Coral Princess
|Length: 965ft
|Year: 2003
|Beam: 106.00ft
|Crew: 895
|Gross Tonnage: 91,627
|Onboard Currency: USD
|Passenger Capacity: 2,000
|Refurbished: Jan. 2016
|24-Hour Room Service
|All Main Meals Included
|Coin Operated Laundry
|Guest Entertainers
|Internet Facilities
|Live Music
|Quiet Library
|Security Safe in Cabin
ABOUT Princess Cruises
The cruise line that was made famous by the TV series the Love Boat back in the 70s, has grown into one of the worlds most well recognised cruise lines.
From the moment you step aboard a Princess ship, you will realise that you've made the right choice. This isn't going to be just a holiday; this will be an unforgettable experience where you can escape completely. Princess is premium quality cruising. Every conceivable comfort and convenience has been built into their innovative design.
Princess caters to those seeking a complete escape from the stressful routine of daily life by being the consummate host in the world's most beautiful settings. Princess offer a total experience — more unique itineraries, affordable private balconies, flexible mealtimes with Personal Choice Dining®, and the amenities and individual service of any luxury resort, thanks to the Big Ship Choice, Small Ship Feel. Come aboard!
Club Class Mini-Suite with Balcony
- In addition to this room's two modular twin beds, which can be made up into one queen bed, it has a separate sitting area with sofa bed, balcony, two TVs, refrigerator, spacious closet, and bath with shower. Approximate size: 280-302 sq. ft., including balcony.
Interior Stateroom
- This room's modular twin beds can easily be made up into one queen-size bed for optimum flexibility. Includes a refrigerator, TV, spacious closet, and bath with shower. Approximate size: 156-166 sq. ft.
Mini-Suite With Balcony
- In addition to this room's two modular twin beds, which can be made up into one queen bed, it has a separate sitting area with sofa bed, balcony, two TVs, refrigerator, spacious closet, and bath with shower. Approximate size: 280-302 sq. ft., including balcony.
Obstructed Oceanview
- Oceanview staterooms with partially or obstructed views are a great value. They feature a picture window providing natural light and added ambiance. You'll find them comfortable and welcoming with all the amenities of an interior stateroom.
Oceanview Mini-Suite
- The ocean-view window, separate sitting area with sofa bed, refrigerator with wet bar, walk-in closet, two TVs, and bathroom with tub and shower are special features that define this room. Its two twin beds can be made up into one queen-sized bed. Approximate size: 280-302 sq.ft.
Oceanview Stateroom
- A coveted feature of this room is its picture window. It also has a refrigerator, TV, spacious closet, writing desk, and bath with shower. The twin beds can be made up into one queen-size bed. Approximate size: 162-212 sq. ft.
Oceanview with Balcony
- This room features a sitting area with desk, balcony, refrigerator, TV, spacious closet, and bath with shower. The two twin beds can be make up into a queen-size bed. Approximate size: 217-248 sq. ft., including balcony.
Suite with Balcony
- This deluxe room with breezy balcony provides ample space to feel at home. Includes a separate sitting area with sofa bed, two TVs, refrigerator with wet bar, walk-in closet, and bathroom with tub and shower. Its two modular twin beds can be made up into one queen-size bed. Approximate size: 470 sq. ft., including balcony.
Coral Princess
Gala Deck 4
Anytime Dining
Fresh And Flexible, Dine Any Time: Just like a restaurant at home, Anytime Dining enables guests the freedom to dine when and with whom they wish, at any time between 5:30 PM and 10 PM. Reservations are available through an onboard dining hotline, but not required, and diners may choose to eat only with their own group, or be seated with other guests. The choice is yours.
Traditional Dining
Indulge In The Classic Cruise Experience: Harkening back to the Golden Era of sea travel, our Traditional Dining option allows you to dine at the same time each day and enjoy the same tablemates and waitstaff throughout your voyage. Choose from either early or late seating.
International Cafe
Open 24-hours a day, the International Café located in the Piazza is the place for an ever-changing array of small bite meals, treats and gourmet beverages. Grab a freshly baked croissant to start your day, snack on pies and quiche or choose from a wide variety of salads and sandwiches at lunchtime, and indulge in decadent desserts in the evening. Coffee and tea fans will love the New Grounds Crafted Coffee menu featuring a variety of specialty espresso-based drinks made from a custom blend of coffee beans, as well as iced tea fusions.
The Bar & Grill
Follow your nose to the Deck Barbecue where the burgers are flipping and the hot dogs roasting, served with a variety of fixin's and crisp fries. Veggie burgers, bratwurst and grilled chicken breast are also served and all are sure to hit the spot when you are relaxing out on deck.
Princess Pizzeria
The Princess Pizzeria is conveniently located poolside for a casual bite while relaxing on deck or while watching Movies Under the Stars. You'll delight in the classic favorites like pepperoni and margherita, as well daily specialty pizzas.
Specialty Dining
Dining on board a Princess® cruise ship is a joyful celebration and our specialty restaurants always deliver an extraordinary experience. They are among the best at sea – or anywhere. We serve dishes made with the freshest ingredients, and our menus reflect regional flavors from around the world. You'll find our specialty restaurants are the perfect place to celebrate any occasion.
Sabatini's Italian Trattoria
Treasured family recipes curated from our Italian chefs inspire the menu at this specialty restaurant. You are welcomed into a modern interior with a rustic flavor. Unique, handmade pasta courses, prepared fresh daily, invite you to experience the culinary magic of Chef Angelo Auriana - executive chef of renowned Los Angeles restaurants The Factory Kitchen and officine BRERA—who delights in sharing the Northern Italian flavors of his hometown, Bergamo.. Additional charge applies.
Bayou Cafe and Steakhouse
The first New Orleans-inspired specialty restaurant at sea, Bayou Café & Steakhouse offers fresh and authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine, N'Awlins crawfish "mud bug" bisque, peel-and-eat shrimp, chicken and chorizo jambalaya, Porterhouse steak, crawfish and a host of fun drink selections. Enjoy one of the oldest culture-driven cooking styles in American history. Additional charge applies.
Chefs Table
Taking dining to a new level, the Chef's Table Experience includes pre-dinner cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in the galley for you and a limited number of fellow guests. After your executive chef describes the specially designed menu for the night, participants are escorted to an intimate table for the main course, including pairing suggestions. Each couple receives a personalized autographed copy of Princess' best-selling cookbook, a handwritten copy of the special menu and a complimentary photo. Additional charge applies.
Sports and Spa
- Sports court for paddle tennis, volleyball and basketball with space for spectator seating.
Located on Sports Deck 16
- Two golf simulators let passengers try their luck "playing" world famous golf courses.
Located on Sports Deck 16
Bars and Lounges
- Memorabilia-filled cigar lounge and sports bar features satellite broadcasts of various sporting events, when available. Seats 43.
Located on Fiesta Deck 6
- A classic 1960s-style martini bar based on the Las Vegas "Rat Pack" era. Offers a full menu of more than 50 creative specialty martinis. Seats 52.
Located on Promenade Deck 7
- A classic, private club atmosphere filled with the company's maritime history and nautical memorabilia. A great spot for music or cocktails with evening dancing. Seats 147.
Located on Promenade Deck 7
- Duty Free boutique that sells jewelery, watches, accessories, liquor, and tobacco.
Located on Fiesta Deck 6
Live Music
- A lounge where Indiana Jones would feel at home, designed to evoke the wonders of the Far East and Africa. Entertainment includes cabaret acts, singers, magicians, comedians and dancing. Seats 298.
Located on Promenade Deck 7
Kids Club
Princess Cruises Children's Clubs and Teen Lounges ensure our all cruisers, young and old, stay happy all day long
*Please note the new Club names come into affect in January 2019 on Coral Princess*
The Treehouse (formerly Pelicans) : Ages 3-7 years
Go wild in the animal-themed Treehouse. With a range of activities including: art projects, protecting the wildlife and taking part in a Pirate night, your kids can huddle, create and discover all cruise long.
The Lodge (formerly Shockwaves): Ages 8-12 years
An outdoor based area, will engage minds and muscles. Build rockets, Scavenger hunts, miniatures Olympics and Mythbuster challenges are just some of the fun to be found.
The Beach House (formerly Remix): Ages 13-17 years
A contemporary surf-themed lounge, your teen will never want to leave. With plenty to do from video game tournaments, movie nights, dance classes and a VIP party they will keep busy or be happy to just hang.
Club 1820
A private secret society for 18-20 year olds - no parents, no siblings a secret handshake and code is required to enter
For your convenience, group kidsitting is offered in the Youth Centers. Kids can relax and watch movies or play games with their friends while mom and dad have a relaxing night out.
- For children ages 3 to 12 years.
- From 10:00 pm to 1:00 am.
- Charge of $5.00 per hour per child.
- No detail has been spared at the Lotus Spa--from the expert technicians garbed in Asian-inspired outfits to the couples mud room--making it one of the best spas on the high seas.
Located on Lido deck 14
Stage Shows
- The Princess Theatre offers two shows each evening, that change daily. The style of show can vary from a Los Vegas style show, guest entertainers, and comedians. There is always something for everyone.
Located on Plaza Deck 5
- Men might be from Mars and women from Venus, but everyone on the planet loves the top-notch shows at Universe Lounge.
Located on Promenade Deck 7
- The London-themed Casino offers a wide variety of gaming machines and table games. The casino will not be open when in port.
Located on Fiesta Deck 6
Coral Princess Photos
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Some countries, such as New Caledonia, require proof of Insurance to be able to travel & cruise there. Lack of insurance may result in you being denied boarding.
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Onboard Credits
On selected departures we will offer you onboard credits & these may not be combinable with all cabin categories and promotions. We will send you through a confirmation which will confirm if the onboard credit is available against your booking. Making changes to your reservation could result in any onboard credits being removed. Once you have embarked the ship, the onboard credit will be applied to your onboard account to use towards any onboard purchases. Any unused portion of the Onboard Credit will expire at midnight on the last night of your cruise and is not redeemable for cash at any time.
'Guarantee' (GTY) Bookings
From time to time, we may offer you the option of making what we call a 'Guarantee (GTY) booking. This means you may book a stateroom of a guaranteed category type (Inside, Outside, Balcony) on your chosen ship and cruise. However, the exact grade, number and location of the stateroom on the ship will be allocated at the cruise lines discretion and at any time until checking in at the Port. Once your GTY stateroom has been allocated to you, we are unable to accept any changes requested by you. The benefits of a GTY stateroom are that after your booking has been confirmed, the cruise line may (at their discretion) upgrade your stateroom to a higher classed category to that originally booked at no extra charge to you. In any event, you are 'guaranteed' the minimum category you decide to book at the time of the cruise including obstructed view cabins.
If travelling with Family and Friends where you require cabins to be near one another we strongly recommend for you not to book on a Guarantee.
We cannot guarantee your cabins will be assigned near one another, on the same deck, same side or forward/aft on the ship nor accept any requests.
Complimentary Upgrades
Depending on any last minute availability the cruise lines will automatically upgrade cabins to higher categories. The upgrades can place you towards the front of the ship, midships or at the back of the ship and not necessarily on a higher deck level (i.e.: Insides Deck 10 may be upgraded to Ocean view Deck 5). As the cruise lines cannot upgrade every booking, you should book a category in which you are happy to sail.
Once the upgrade has been assigned, should you dislike the cabin location we are unable to accept any changes or requests and cannot be reversed.
If travelling with family and friends where you require cabins to be near one another we strongly recommend for you to decline the upgrades. The cruise line do not guarantee all of the cabins will be upgraded, or that they will be upgraded near one another.
Future Cruise Credits
While we are happy to apply your Future Cruise Credits from the cruiselines to your booking with us, this may affect your online discounted pricing. We will still do our best to provide competitive pricing based on the discount we can offer on the new cruise fare once the future cruise credits have been applied to your booking. Please note if Future Cruise Credits are applied after your deposit has been paid may affect your final balance.
Passport & Visa Requirements.
or all international cruises all passengers will require to be in possession of a valid passport. The passport must have 6 months validity on your return date back home.
Visa's may also be required and at the sole responsibility of the passenger. Please check with the relevant embassies or a Visa Services company for assistance.
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All amendments and any cancellations must be approved through the first person named on the booking. In the case of any in-cabin disputes our contract is with the first person named on the booking and we will only follow instructions given by them.
Princess Cruises Booking Conditions
Please note the terms and conditions listed below is a shorterned version. To view the full version (which you are bound by) please click here - http://www.princess.com/legal/passage_contract/index.jsp.
These are the terms and conditions under which you book your cruise holiday and travel on any Princess Cruises product we sell you. You are bound by these terms and conditions, so it is important that you read them carefully.
We/Our/Us means Carnival plc, trading as Princess Cruises and, where the context permits, includes the Carrier. PCL means Princess Cruise Lines Ltd, a Bermudan company. Carrier means PCL, except for bookings on Sun Princess and Dawn Princess where Carrier means Carnival plc. In selling you cruises and issuing you tickets, Carnival plc acts as a sales agent for PCL, except for bookings on Sun Princess and Dawn Princess where Carnival plc acts as principal. For bookings on Sea Princess cruises departing and returning to Australia, Carrier means Carnival plc and Carnival plc acts as principal in selling and issuing your tickets.
You are entering into this contract with Carnival plc trading as Princess Cruises®, ARBN 107 998 443.
Certain laws such as the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) and any applicable state based consumer legislation (from here known as 'consumer laws'), are in place for your protection. They are designed to ensure the services provided by us (and, where applicable, the Carrier), are provided with due care and skill and are reasonably fit for a cruise holiday. These 'Terms & Conditions' do not alter any protection given to you by consumer laws.
All prices are correct at the time of publication and are quoted in Australian dollars, unless otherwise noted.
Each stateroom booked represents an individual booking and can accommodate between one (1) and four (4) passengers, depending on the stateroom configuration. Each booking will be allocated a unique booking number.
Your agreement with us
When you first make a payment towards your cruise holiday, you represent that you have the authority from all passengers on your booking(s), to accept our 'Terms & Conditions' on their behalf. Parents/Legal Guardians accept the 'Terms & Conditions' on behalf of their children, including those who travel in a separate stateroom. Once we have received a payment on a booking, an agreement on these 'Terms & Conditions' becomes effective between all passengers on the booking(s), Carnival plc and, where applicable, the Carrier.
Once you have decided on your holiday, we will need a deposit to secure your booking. It is essential that deposits are received by us within three (3) days from when the booking is made. If payment is not received within this time, your booking will be automatically cancelled.
On some cruises, the deposit may be required on the day of booking or within 1-3 days of making the booking, as controlled by Princess cruises.
It is essential that you make final payment by the due date and in accordance with the type of fare you have purchased. If payment is not received by the due date, bookings will be automatically cancelled and our 'Cancellation & Refunds' policy will apply. From time to time, we may release promotional fares that have different payment conditions. Please ensure you check the payment conditions at time of booking.
If you are making a booking within the 'Final Payment Due' period of your selected cruise, full payment is required at the time of booking.
Cruise Tickets
After you have paid your deposit, we will give you instructions to complete an online check-in "Cruise Personaliser" via the Princess cruises website. You will be required to enter in your passport information and nominate an emergency contact person.
Upon completion Princess cruises will will release the tickets on the Cruise Personaliser and we will post these out to you in due course (within 40 days of your departure).
If this is not completed there will be delays with your documentation.
Please ensure you let us know if your postal address has changed.
Waitlist Bookings
If your requested cruise or stateroom category is unavailable, you can choose to create a 'waitlist booking'. This means that if your requested cruise or stateroom category becomes available, you will be sent a 'waitlist match' via email. Once sent, you have until the end of the following business day to accept the booking. If accepted, your booking will be subject to our normal Payments and Cancellations & Refunds policies outlined below. There is no deposit required for passengers who already have a booking and would like to waitlist for a different stateroom category on any cruise. For a waitlist only booking a deposit of $200 per booking is required. If your waitlist is accepted the waitlist deposit paid will contribute to your booking deposit. If you do not accept the waitlist match, or a waitlist match does not become available, the waitlist deposit is fully refundable.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend you purchase appropriate international travel insurance at the time you pay your deposit. If you do not purchase travel insurance, you may not be able to claim for any cancellation charges, medical costs, repatriation and other expenses that may arise if things do not go according to plan.
Cancellation & Refunds
Although we would love to see you onboard, we understand that plans can change. Should you need to cancel your booking, we ask that you notify your Travel Agent or our Cruise Contact Centre at your earliest convenience. The refunds or cancellation charges that will be payable depend on the amount of notice you give us, as follows:
Sailings 6 days and less
Days Prior to Departure
Cancellation Charge
60 days or more
Full refund*
59-45 days
Deposit amount^*
44 – 29 days
50% of total fare^*
28 – 15 days
75% of total fare^*
14 days or less
100% of total fare
Cruises between 7 to 29 nights (incl. World Cruise Segments)
Days Prior to Departure
Cancellation Charge
181 days or more
Full refund*
180 – 75 days
Deposit amount^*
74 – 43 days
25% of total fare^*
42 – 15 days
50% of total fare^*
14 days or less
100% of total fare
Cruises 30 nights or more (incl. Full World cruise and World Cruise segments)
Days Prior to Departure
Cancellation Charge
181 days or more
Full refund*
180 – 90 days
Deposit amount^*
89 - 64 days
50% of total fare^*
63 - 43 days
75% of total fare^*
42 days or less
100% of total fare
Note: 'Total Fare' is the total amount payable to us for your booking.
Please note in instances where the deposit amount paid is higher than the 25%, 50% or 75% of the cruise fare, then the highest of the amounts is payable as the cancellation penalty.
^Any additional fees charged by airlines, hotels or transfer providers due to cancellations or changes, will also be passed on to the passengers.
* An additional Online Republic cancellation fee of $200.00 per cabin will apply.
Please note, promotional fares may have different cancellation and refund conditions. Please ensure you check these at time of booking.
Pack n Go / Flash Fare / Last Minute
Full payment is required at the time of booking
Cabins are on a Guarantee Status therefore no cabin number will be assigned at the time of booking. A cabin number will only be allocated closer to departure by Princess Cruises. Please refer to "Guarantee (GTY) Bookings."
Fares are not combinable with any onboard credit promotion.
Fare is fully non refundable and non transferable.
Changing your cruise holiday
If you choose to change your booking to a different cruise, or to a different sector of a World Cruise, it will be considered as a cancellation of your original booking. In this instance, our cancellation charges, as per our 'Cancellation & Refunds' policy, will apply.
Your fare
Your fare is determined by the fare type, the number of passengers in your stateroom, its location on the ship, the amenities offered, port charges, government taxes, and any applicable airfares including taxes and fees, transfers and hotel accommodation.
Fare changes
Once booked, your fare is only subject to any increased taxes. You will be notified of this before it is added to your fare or to your onboard account.
Sometimes we will release promotional fares. These can be offered and withdrawn at any time. If after booking you decide to change to one of these promotional fares, you will need to cancel your existing booking and our 'Cancellation & Refunds' policy will apply.
Stateroom changes
When making a booking with a specific stateroom number, please advise us or your Travel Agent if you do not want your stateroom changed. This means that you will not be offered a complimentary upgrade to a higher priced category, if one was to become available. Please note that your stateroom can still be changed for operational reasons, including when the number of people booked in the cabin is less than the number of beds in the cabin.
In addition, when a booking is made and a specific cabin number is not selected (known as a 'Guarantee'), the cabin will be allocated at our discretion in the category booked, or a higher priced category, at a later date.
Fuel Supplement
We may elect to impose a fuel supplement at any time, in which case any additional fees will apply to new bookings only. The total price quoted to you at the time of booking will be inclusive of any applicable fuel supplement.
Booking Changes
Once you have made your booking, please check your invoice, 'Cruise Personaliser', or with your Travel Agent to ensure the details are correct.
Should you need to make changes to your booking the following administration fees will apply:
Our Fee
Spelling Correction (per person)
$0 ^
Replacement Passenger* (per person)
$25 ^
^ Please note however, that additional fees charged by airlines for any changes will be passed on to the passengers.
*One original passenger from the booking must always remain in the cabin. If all original passengers cancel / are replaced, the booking will be subject to applicable cancellation charges. If a cancelling passenger was the only person that qualified the booking for a promotional fare (eg. past passenger fare), additional and remaining passengers will no longer be entitled to this promotional fare. The booking will revert to a different fare and the remaining passengers will need to pay the difference in cost, if any. Changes can only be made up to 72 hours before departure.
Should you decide to upgrade/downgrade your cabin category or sailing date, any onboard credit benefits may drop.
Once you have paid a deposit against your cruise, any other changes made to the booking will incur an amendment fee of $50 plus any applicable fees set you by the cruise line.
Passengers who are pregnant during their cruise are required to supply a physicians 'fit to travel' note, including your estimated due date, prior to embarkation. We are unable to accept any passengers who will have entered their 24th week, or later, of pregnancy by the end of the cruise.
Minimum age to travel
Sun Princess, Dawn Princess and Sea Princess cruises departing and returning to Australia -
To ensure there is suitable supervision, there needs to be at least one passenger 18 years or older in each stateroom. However, to accommodate families cruising together, children may occupy a separate stateroom to their parent/legal guardian, providing one child is 16 years or over.
For cruises departing from an Australian port between 1 November and 7 January, any passenger under 19 years of age on the day they board the cruise, must travel in the same stateroom as a responsible adult 19 years or older. In addition, from 8 January to 31 January, there is a limit on the number of passengers under 19 years of age who can travel unaccompanied. Once the limit is reached, a responsible adult 19 years or older must travel in the same stateroom. We can advise you at the time of booking whether the limit applies to your booking. The responsible adult is accountable for passengers under 19 years of age in their stateroom for the duration of the cruise, and the 'Rights of the Captain' will be applied to anyone who displays disruptive behaviour.
All other Princess Cruises® ships -
To ensure there is suitable supervision, there needs to be at least one passenger in each stateroom aged 21 years or older. In order to accommodate families cruising together, children may occupy a separate stateroom to their parent/legal guardian, providing one child is aged 16 or over.
Children & Teenagers
Children love to cruise and Princess Cruises welcomes them onboard. Due to limited neo-natal facilities onboard and at the destinations we visit, the following minimum ages apply:
Minimum age to travel
Alaska, Canada & New England, Caribbean, Mexican Riviera, Europe (excluding transatlantic voyages) and Panama Canal
6 months
All other itineraries
12 months
In addition, infants aged between six (6) months and three (3) years must remain with their parent/legal guardian at all times.
For the safety and enjoyment of all onboard, there are limits on the number of children and teenagers that can be carried within different age groups. The age of the passenger on the day they board the cruise, is the age we use for the entire holiday. We can advise you at the time of booking whether we are able to accept bookings for children on the cruise you have chosen.
Parents/Legal Guardians are responsible for children and teenagers at all times. If a child or teenager displays dangerous or disruptive behaviour, the 'Rights of the Captain' will be applied to both parent/legal guardian and child/teenager.
Children's access to pools and spas may be restricted and adult supervision is required.
Children Centres
Children less than three (3) years of age are welcome to use the Children Centres' facilities under the direct supervision of their parent/legal guardian. To attend the Children Centres without a parent/legal guardian, children need to be three (3) years of age or over and toilet trained.
Use of the Children Centres requires daily registration and entry is on a first-come-first-served basis as places are limited. On all ships, except Pacific Princess®, Royal Princess® and Ocean Princess®, group child minding for children three (3) to 12 years is available between 10pm and 1am only, for a charge.
Onboard Currency
All prices onboard Golden Princess®, Emerald Princess®, Diamond Princess®, Sun Princess®, Dawn Princess® and Sea Princess® cruises departing from and returning to Australia are in Australian Dollars. Prices onboard all other Princess Cruises'® departures are in US Dollars.
During your cruise, regardless of which Princess ship you choose, you will meet staff who provide you with excellent service. Crew members often rotate to different vessels within the Princess fleet which helps to maintain our high standards on every ship. These dedicated workers reflect our philosophy that all crew on all ships are but one family who share in our success.
For our Australian guests, when sailing on cruises departing from Australia aboard Sun Princess, Golden Princess, Diamond Princess, Ruby Princess or Sea Princess, a daily gratuity amount will no longer be added to your on board account. You are welcome to reward our on board crew for exceptional service, however, tipping is not required.
For all other Princess itineraries and guests, to save you the worry of who to tip and how much, an automatic gratuity of $15.50 per guest for suites, $14.50 per guest for mini-suites and club class, and $13.50 per guest for interior, oceanview, and balcony staterooms. This gratuity will be shared amongst those staff who help provide and support your cruise experience, including all waitstaff, stateroom stewards, buffet stewards, and housekeeping staff across the fleet. For your convenience, this gratuity can be pre-paid online via Cruise Personalizer.
A 15% gratuity is added to bar charges, dining room wine accounts, and Lotus Spa® services. This is shared amongst the beverage staff, their support staff and Lotus Spa® personnel.
Casino dealers and youth staff do not share in these gratuities. We know you will find these services onboard exemplary.
Please note gratuities will be deemed undisputed unless a request to modify is received prior to disembarking the ship
Requirements to travel
Passports, visas, vaccinations and other travel documentation are your responsibility.
Without the necessary passport, visas and/or vaccinations local authorities may deny you boarding, prevent you from going ashore, issue a fine or deny the ship entry into the port. It is also your responsibility to ensure you have all the necessary documentation which permits you to travel. If you do not have all the necessary documentation, you may be denied boarding and no refunds will be given.
For international cruises (cruises that visit a foreign port), passports are required for all passengers and must be valid for a minimum of six (6) months beyond the date of the cruise return. In addition, travel on our cruises will not revalidate an Australian or New Zealand re-entry visa.
For domestic cruises (cruises that do not visit a foreign port), a valid passport or government issued photo identification is required (Queensland Proof of Age cards will not be accepted). For Australian passengers, a current Medicare card can be used for passengers under 18 years of age. For New Zealand passengers, an original or certified copy of the child's birth certificate or a school pass with photo will be accepted.
Alcohol & gambling
We are committed to the responsible service of alcohol. There may be times when we consider it appropriate to refuse the service of alcohol to a passenger for any reason. To consume alcohol or gamble onboard, the following minimum ages and corkage charges apply:
Sun Princess, Sea Princess Dawn Princess departures
All other Princess Cruises' departures
Minimum age
18 years
21 years
Corkage (per bottle)*
*Corkage charges only apply to wines and/or champagne brought onboard and consumed in the dining room or alternative restaurants.
Government issued photo identification may be requested (Queensland Proof of Age cards will not be accepted).
On the day of embarkation, passengers over the minimum age may bring onboard one bottle of wine or champagne per person to celebrate. Any other alcohol purchased ashore will be collected at the gangway for safe keeping and will be returned to you on the last day of your cruise.
Your health
We care about the health and safety of our passengers. To assist, please advise us at the time of booking if you have any condition that requires medical attention, medication or special treatment. If you have a medical condition, we may ask you to complete a health questionnaire.
If a passenger has a condition that we decide may seriously affect the enjoyment, health or safety of themselves or any other person onboard, we can refuse or cancel a booking, where necessary. We will give reasonable consideration when reaching this decision and will advise you as soon as possible. As long as you have provided us with a completed health questionnaire with all relevant information about the condition, you will be entitled to a full refund if we cancel your booking on the basis of this condition.
Passengers that need assistance should always be accompanied by a carer to help with day to day activities as our crew and medical staff are unable to act as personal carers.
Onboard medical centre
The Princess Cruises' medical centres are staffed by fully registered and licensed doctors and nurses who are available 24 hours a day in case of an emergency. Our facilities are well equipped to deal with both minor injuries and most major medical conditions. Please note, our facilities are only for medical needs arising onboard and can not cater for treatments that you know you will require while on holiday.
We are not a healthcare provider and may not be held liable for the sickness, injury or death of any passenger arising from any advice, treatment, care, services or any omission by medical staff. These medical providers exercise their own medical judgement and expertise.
Onboard medical charges
All cruises on our ships are outside the scope of Australian Medicare, New Zealand Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) and private health insurance. Consultations, treatments and medications are charged at private rates and must be paid by you and claimed through your travel insurance.
Ship & itinerary changes
We will do everything we reasonably can to make sure everything goes according to plan; however, sometimes changes can happen that may affect your holiday experience. This could include weather, mechanical difficulties, civil unrest or any other unforeseen circumstances.
In addition, we may charter all or part of the ship, or remove the ship from service where this becomes necessary. We may change the itinerary, ship or cancel the cruise due to operational or commercial requirements.
We will notify you of these changes as soon as we can. Where we cancel a cruise or make a significant change to the ports in your itinerary prior to departure, you will have the choice of:
the new itinerary;
an alternate sailing, subject to current fares and availability; or
cancelling the cruise for a full refund of your fare paid.
Once your cruise has commenced, if we are required to change the itinerary or cancel the cruise due to safety, maritime law, severe weather or to protect human life or health, we are not required to provide any compensation, unless consumer laws provide otherwise. With this in mind, please do not make any important arrangements or meetings based on the proposed itinerary.
Rights of the Captain
If a passenger seriously affects the safety, well-being or enjoyment of themselves or any other person onboard, the Captain has the right to confine, sedate or disembark the passenger. In such cases, we are not responsible for any expenses including your return home. In addition, you will not be entitled to any refunds. While the Captain will always act reasonably in these circumstances, you accept that the safety, well-being and enjoyment of everyone onboard comes first.
Leaving the cruise early
If you are required, or choose, to leave the cruise for any reason (unless caused by our proven negligence or failure to provide services with due care and skill and that are reasonably fit for purpose), we are not responsible for any expenses, including your return home. This also applies if you do not return to the ship in time for sailing after a port visit. If we assist you with any costs, you will need to repay us on your return. In addition, you will not be entitled to any refunds.
Legal Matters
In the unlikely event you have reason to take legal action, you agree to use all reasonable efforts to bring the issue to our attention as soon as possible.
This contract is governed by the laws in force in New South Wales. You agree that any action you bring against us will be brought in New South Wales.
You agree only to bring action against Carnival plc and not PCL or any of Carnival plc's other related bodies corporate as defined in the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
Where consumer laws and other laws permit us to exclude our liability, we will not be liable for:
loss of, or damage to, any luggage or other belongings
sickness, injury or death,
unless caused by our proven negligence or failure to provide services with due care and skill and that are reasonably fit for purpose.
In addition, our liability will be reduced in proportion to any negligence or fault on your part.
Privacy laws safeguard your personal details.
Personal Information
During the booking process and your cruise holiday, we ask for information about you. We collect this information so you receive the highest level of personalised service. After your holiday, your information is stored so we can inform you of any special offers or obtain feedback. If you do not wish to receive such offers or be contacted to provide feedback, please let us know. We may also be required to pass your information on to various third parties such as immigration officials, service providers and insurers.
If you consult the medical staff onboard, any information shared with them may be made available to relevant people within our own organisation and also externally to medical specialists, insurance providers and our professional advisors.
Security Cameras
For the safety and security of our passengers and crew, we use Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) to monitor and record public areas onboard all our ships. If necessary, this footage may be viewed by our own personnel, advisors and external parties with a relevant interest. We are not responsible for any consequences arising from the viewing or other use of this footage.
If you would like to access your personal information or obtain a copy of our Privacy Policy, please contact us on:
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Post: PO Box 2006 North Sydney, NSW, 2059 Australia
Cancellation & Refunds
Although we would love to see you onboard, we understand that plans can change. Should you need to cancel your booking, we ask that you notify your Travel Agent or our Cruise Contact Centre at your earliest convenience. The refunds or cancellation charges that will be payable depend on the amount of notice you give us, as follows:
Sailings 6 days and less
Days Prior to Departure
Cancellation Charge
60 days or more
Full refund*
59-45 days
Deposit amount^*
44 – 29 days
50% of total fare^*
28 – 15 days
75% of total fare^*
14 days or less
100% of total fare
Cruises between 7 to 29 nights (incl. World Cruise Segments)
Days Prior to Departure
Cancellation Charge
181 days or more
Full refund*
180 – 75 days
Deposit amount^*
74 – 43 days
25% of total fare^*
42 – 15 days
50% of total fare^*
14 days or less
100% of total fare
Cruises 30 nights or more (incl. Full World cruise and World Cruise segments)
Days Prior to Departure
Cancellation Charge
181 days or more
Full refund*
180 – 90 days
Deposit amount^*
89 - 64 days
50% of total fare^*
63 - 43 days
75% of total fare^*
42 days or less
100% of total fare
Note: 'Total Fare' is the total amount payable to us for your booking.
Please note in instances where the deposit amount paid is higher than the 25%, 50% or 75% of the cruise fare, then the highest of the amounts is payable as the cancellation penalty.
^Any additional fees charged by airlines, hotels or transfer providers due to cancellations or changes, will also be passed on to the passengers.
* An additional Online Republic cancellation fee of $200.00 per cabin will apply.
Please note, promotional fares may have different cancellation and refund conditions. Please ensure you check these at time of booking.
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