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24th Annual World Championship
Bingo Tournament & Gaming Cruise
First, hear what our cruisers say about the one, the only, the original Bingo Bugle Cruise.
Call Cruise Specialist Roxanne Vasquez to
reserve your place today!
The folks who run the Bingo Tourna-ment are knowledgeable and fun. But really, the whole trip is good. There’s the casino and the live shows, the live music all around the ship, the pools— even sitting down for a game of cards is extra fun on a cruise ship.
— Carol Benz
Le Center, Minnesota I love Bingo, and I love the job they do with the tournament! It’s great fun!
— Joan Manicci Port Orchard, Washington The Bingo Cruises are the only cruises I’ve ever been on, and I’ve looked forward to every single one. I get all my Christmas shopping done during the cruise, either on the boat or at the shops nearby.
— Lorraine Brown Livonia, Michigan Wow, this is an amazing vacation! Why did we wait so long?
— Sandi Dunne Mississauga, Ontario
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Luxury at Sea
Welcome to Carnival Cruise Line’s Dream, a wonder of modern engineering and elegance that sets the stage for the spectacular Bingo Bugle World Championship Bingo Cruise. Carnival Dream boasts an array of exciting features, including the adults-only Seren-ity Retreat, Cloud 9 Spa, Carnival WaterWorks, 18-hole mini golf, Las Vegas-style entertainment, cool hot spots, luxury staterooms, full casino and more. Come aboard and experience the vacation dreams are made of.
Fine Dining
A generous variety of culinary pleasures, designed to delight your heart as well as your palate, can be found in the Carnival Dream’s Crimson and Scarlet Restaurants, the Chef’s Art Steakhouse and the Gathering – where you can stroll around the daily buffets and explore many international cuisines and made-to-order options; or dine in the comfort of your stateroom, with 24-hour complimenta-ry room service. And don’t forget the sumptuous midnight buffets. Play Time
Stroll the lovely sea-view promenades and make your way to the glittering Encore Lounge, a plush multi-tiered theater perfect for taking in the spectacular Las Vegas-style shows, and playing Bingo. Visit the Jackpot Casino where slot machines and all your favorite games await. Or sooth your soul at Serenity Retreat, a kids-free oasis that’s a hub of relaxation aboard the Dream— hop into a hot tub, kick back with friends, and take in the breathtaking ocean view.
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Let’s Play Bingo!
World Championship Bingo Tournament
Guaranteed cash and prizes of $80,000 are up for grabs in the Bingo Bugle’s 24th Annual World Championship Bingo Tournament. Every player receives a 9-on package of Bingo paper per ses-sion, and the player with the highest winnings after all sixty official tournament games becomes Bingo’s Grand Champion, winning a free cruise for two aboard our Fall 2013 Bingo Cruise. Twenty-three years of experience guarantees that Bingo Bugle knows just how to bring you the best of Bingo, and our friendly and experienced staff also offers early bird bingo and special games, in addition to World Championship games—so there’s more chances for your Dream-win aboard the Dream!
Your Bingo Package Includes
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Buy-in for all 60 games of World Championship Bingo•
9-on Bingo game packets, Bingo daubers and custom play board•
Official World Championship Bingo Tournament t-shirt, tote bag, program and gift•
Private Player Cocktail Party with complimentary food and drinks•
Membership in our Bingo “Loyal Cruisers Club” entitling you to discounts on future Bingo Bugle cruises5
More Chances to Win
Slots!
Our Sizzling Slots Tournament is an action-packed elimination-style tournament that’s super fun: cash prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers. Tournament fee is $75 if purchased prior to ship’s departure, $100 onboard. This is fun that shouldn’t be missed!
Blackjack!
Join us for the friendly Bingo Bugle Blackjack Tournament where you can hold and fold your way to one of three handsome cash prizes: Tournament Entry Fee is $75 when purchased prior to sailing; $100 onboard. Book now and be a Blackjack Champ!
Poker!
Join our private Texas Hold’em poker tournament and ante up like the Pokers pros you see on TV. This limited-participation tournament, with cash prizes, is tons of fun. Registration fee is $150, and early sign-up is recommended due to limited space.
Remember:
The number of participants in the Sizzling Slot, Poker and Bingo Bugle Blackjack Tournaments is limited, so book early; these tournaments do not interfere with the World Championship Bingo Tournament games, so you can do all three tournaments. Call Roxanne Vasquez at 888-352-2464 to make your reservations.
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Exquisite Eastern Caribbean
Nassau. It’s easy to see why Nassau, thecapital of the Bahamas, is also one of the most popular ports in the Caribbean: picture an idyllic place with stretches of perfect white-sand beaches, gracefully swaying coconut palms offering oases of shade, and warm, crystal-clear waters revealing the secrets of incredible multi-colored marine life. Whether you spend the day shopping for duty-free gifts and mementos, taking a carriage ride past sorbet-colored build-ings, or touring in a glass-bottom boat, chances are you’ll leave this happy place in the Bahamas with lots of beautiful memories.
St. Thomas. This stunning island is a treasure trove of shopping options, but there’s more to this shopper’s Shangri-La than an international array of perfume, jew-elry and luxury goods. This U.S. Virgin Island also claims not only one of the world’s most beautiful beaches—the heart-shaped Magens Bay—but a world-renowned golf course, coral reefs, wildflower meadows, and a spectacular aerial tram ride to the soaring views of Paradise Point. Thirty-two square miles of paradise awaits you here. St. Maarten. Experience the unique
food, style and hospitality of two separate countries in one exotic West Indian island. St. Maarten is divided between French St. Martin in the north and Dutch St. Maarten in the south. Both sides of this beautiful island offer gorgeous ocean vistas, gourmet cuisines, first-rate water sports and beaches and some of the best duty-free shopping in the world.
Optional Shore Excursions.
Carnival Cruise Line offers a wonderful variety of optional tours to help you fully appreciate the cultural richness and natural beauty of your Eastern Caribbean ports. You may pre-order shore excursions online or book them aboard the ship. Call Roxanne Vasquez at 888-352-2464 for more information, or visit us online at http://www.bingobugle.com/cruise.
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Your Ports of Call
Date
Port
Arrive Depart
Saturday, Nov. 3
Orlando, FL
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4:00 PM
Sunday, Nov. 4
Nassau, the Bahamas
8:30 AM
2:00 PM
Monday, Nov. 5
Fun Day At Sea
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Tuesday, Nov. 6
St. Thomas, USVI
10:00 AM 8:00 PM
Wednesday, Nov. 7
St. Maarten, NA
8:00 AM
6:00 PM
Thursday, Nov. 8
Fun Day At Sea
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Friday, Nov. 9
Fun Day At Sea
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Saturday, Nov. 10
Orlando, FL
8:00 AM
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(Schedule subject to change. Bingo tournament held during Fun Days at Sea.)
Your 2012 Bingo Cruise Itinerary
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Grand Suite
Balcony
Interior
Ocean Suite
Ocean View
Your Bingo Bugle Cruise Package
Your Bingo Cruise package includes:
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Early Booking Discounts.Ask Cruise Specialist Roxanne Vasquez for details when making your booking.
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Port taxes, government fees and pre-paid gratuities.•
7 nights in a private stateroom onboard Carnival Cruise Line’s Dream.•
Professional travel escorts from the Bingo Bugle.•
Buy-in for 60 games of Championship Bingo with $80,000 in cash & prizes.•
Chance to win a free cruise for two.•
Private Cocktail Party with hot and cold hors d’oeuvres.•
Official World Championship Bingo Tournament Gift.•
Daubers, “9-On” Game Packets and Custom Playing Board.•
Souvenir Tote Bag and Commemorative Program.•
All shipboard meals.•
Complimentary 24-hour in-room dining & room service.•
Entertainment, including nightclub shows, live bands and orchestras.•
Extensive organized shipboard activities.•
Membership in our “Loyal Cruisers Club” entitling you to up to 10 discounts on future Bingo Cruises.9 9
Bingo Bugle Exclusive Rates
Interior:
Category D:
$1500
per personTwo twin beds that convert to a king-size bed, ample drawer and closet space, private bathroom with shower, hair dryer, safe, TV and telephone. (Some cabins sleep up to 4.)
Ocean View:
Category C:
$1700
per personBig picture-window, two twin beds that convert to a king, convertible sofa that in some cabins converts to a 3rd berth, upper bunk (in select cabins for 4th person), private bathroom with shower, hair dryer, TV, safe and telephone. (Some cabins sleep up to 4.)
Balcony:
Category B:
$1850
per personPicture window plus floor-to-ceiling glass door that opens to a private verandah, two twin beds that convert to a king, convertible sofa that in some cabins converts to a 3rd berth, upper bunk (in select cabins for 4th person), private bathroom with shower, hair dryer, safe, TV, and telephone. (Some cabins sleep up to 4.)
Ocean Suite:
Category A:
$2250
per personLarge picture window plus floor-to-ceiling glass door that opens to a spacious verandah, two twin beds that convert to a king bed, convertible sofa that in some cabins converts to a 3rd berth, private bathroom with whirlpool tub and shower, closet, dressing area, mini refrigerator, hair dryer, safe,TV with VCR, and telephone. (Some cabins sleep up to 3.)
Grand Suite:
“VIP”:
$3000
per personLarge picture window plus floor-to-ceiling glass door that opens to a spacious verandah, two twins that convert to a king bed, convertible sofa that in some cabins converts to a double bed, large private bathroom with whirlpool tub, double sink, bidet and shower, closet, bathrobes, toiletry amenity basket, dressing area, mini refrigerator, mini-bar, hair dryer, safe,TV with VCR, and telephone. (Some cabins sleep up to 4.)
3rd/4th Person Rate:Third and fourth person sharing a cabin rate is $1300 per person which includes everything in Bingo Cruise Package, noted above.
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AIR TRANSPORTATION IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.•
The above rates include port taxes, government fees, pre-paid gratuities and entrance into the World Championship Bingo Tournament.•
Rates are per person (USD) based on double occupancy and subject to change.•
Price does not include entry into Slot, Blackjack or Poker Tournaments.Early booking discounts: Subtract $40 per person off purchase price ($25 for passengers not play-ing bplay-ingo) if booked prior to 02/10/2012.
Loyal Cruisers Club: Previous World Championship Bingo Tournament Cruisers are eligible for up to 10 discounts, ask for details when making your reservation.
Payment Plan: To make it simple and easy for you to pay for your cruise, at the time you make your reservation we ask for a down payment of $525 per person (refundable through 8/3/2012). On August 3, the balance is due. However, if you don’t want to make one large final payment, we can compute your balance and break it into equal monthly payments—it’s that simple!
Deposit information: To confirm your reservation and receive a cabin assignment, a deposit of $525 per person is required. Deposits are 100% refundable until 8/3/2012. If you decide not to play in the Bingo Tournament, discounts apply. Final payment due on or before 8/3/2012. Cancellations after 8/3/2012 are subject to penalty, therefore we highly recommend trip cancellation
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Cruise Companion Program
If traveling alone, we can assist you in finding a cabin companion to share the fun, excitement (and expense) of your Bingo Bugle Cruise. We collect basic demographic information from those wishing to find someone to cruise with. We place this data on our companion list and periodically mail a copy to everyone on the list. We leave it up to you to contact one another and determine if you are compatible. When you select someone, call our cruise specialist, Roxanne Vasquez, and she will book the two of you into the cabin of your choice. Please note that we do not share your information with anyone who is not on the companion list.
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Following is what we like to call “the fine print.” It’s extremely important that you read and un-derstand the following “Terms, Conditions, Cancellation and Penalty Clauses” of Bingo Bugle and Carnival Cruise Lines. Bingo Bugle acts only as an agent for this company. Our cruise specialist, Roxanne Vasquez, will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Carnival Cruise Lines:Carnival neither controls, nor operates, nor is responsible for the actions of independent contractors such as airlines, ground transporters and tour operators. Car-nival denies any responsibility or liability for late arrival of your flight or any illness, injury, damage, loss of cruise time or other irregularities resulting there from. Carnival’s responsibility does not extend beyond the vessel. You are responsible for arriving at the embarkation port on time for boarding and for joining the vessel at its next port of call if, for any reason, you miss a scheduled sailing. Carnival reserves the right to refuse or discontinue passage to any one when, in Carnival’s judgment, it would be considered a risk to his/her own well being or that of any other passengers. Each person is allowed up to 200 pounds of personal luggage on board. However, if you are traveling by air, your airline might have different restrictions. Please contact the airline for such information. Passengers are responsible for fees assessed by airlines for checked bags. Airlines and Carnival Cruise Lines have limited liability for loss, so be sure all baggage and personal belongings are properly insured. Suitcases should be securely locked and tagged. Items such as medications, jewelry, other valuables and important documents should be hand carried. Carnival Cruise Lines does not assume responsibility for loss or damage of these items.
Passengers With Special Needs:Wherever possible, Carnival will try to accommodate people with physical or mental disabilities. All ships have staterooms designed for people with physical disabilities. Feel free to call us in regards to your unique requirements.
Cancellation & Refund Policy:A full refund will be made for written cancellations re-ceived by Bingo Bugle by 8/3/2012. Passengers who cancel after this date (FOR ANY REASON INCLUDING MEDICAL) are subject to the following cancellation fees:
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$250 per person for any cancellation between 8/4/12 - 8/14/12.•
50% of total (less tournament fees) for any cancellation between 8/15/12 - 9/21/12.•
100% of total package price (less tournament fees) for any cancellation after 9/22/12 to sailing. Refund requests must be made in writing.Processing time for refunds is approximately 4 to 6 weeks.
We highly recommend the purchase of Trip Cancel-lation Insurance for your protection. Information on Trip Planning Insurance will be sent to you at time of booking. We must have your decision in writing on file before we can release travel documents to you. A form for this purpose is enclosed with your initial booking confirmation.
