Cruise Terminology and Geography Flashcards
What is the difference between the Aft and the Stern
The stern is the back of the ship, the aft is towards the back of the ship- but is not the back of the ship
What is the difference between a Lifeboat and a Zodiac?
A zodiac is used for adventures and excursions, a boat is for when the ship sinks
If I wanted to eat somewhere besides the buffet, what is this called?
Alternative dining
A client wants a berth in the center of the boat, what is this called?
Amidships
What is the open, sky-lit indoor area that can be from 2-10+ floors tall?
The Atrium
A cabin with where you sleep is called…
The Berth
The front end of the ship is called the…
The Bow
Where does the captain direct the ship from?
The Bridge
The wind is blowing at us from the East, what (often oscillating and impermanent) direction is that?
Windward
“It says you are TBA.”
To Be Assigned
I would like to sleep on the right side of the ship.
The right side is the starboard side.
The back of the ship.
Stern.
