• Can we celebrate a birthday or special occasion?

• If I have a medical or dietary condition, how do I notify the cruise line?

• Are there medical services and facilities available on the ship?

• Do they have wheelchairs on board?

• Do cruise ships allow strollers onboard?

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Absolutely! Most cruise lines will even treat you to a complimentary cake and a chorus of Happy Whatever to honour the occasion. Your birthday or anniversary can be more festive with champagne, flowers, canapés, wine or cheese. You can even arrange for a special private party. All you have to do is advise us in advance. 

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Please inform your TravelDep Cruise Expert when you make your reservation if you have a medical or dietary condition. Most cruise lines offer handicap accessible cabins, and try to find one for you. The cruise line will require you to fill out a medical advisory form, so that they will be made aware of your situation and can assist you. For dietary conditions, low-sodium meals, kosher meals and special diet meals will be available for you.

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Most modern cruise ships have well-equipped medical facilities and staff to handle every emergency. These facilities are set up to handle small issues (like seasickness) as well as emergencies and have 24-hour nurses and doctors available. Travel Insurance is recommended to cover the expense of any unforeseen trip to the medical centre.

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Wheelchairs are only available to help passengers on and off the cruise ship during embarkation and disembarkation. Generally, they are not available for use throughout your cruise. Some cruise lines like Holland America work with companies you can contact directly to arrange to rent a wheelchair for a week. If you or a family member requires a wheelchair during your entire cruise, you should bring your own. Some cruise lines have

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Yes, all cruise lines will allow a stroller. At this time only Carnival Cruise Lines has stroller rentals on select ships. If you need a stroller during your cruise, you should plan to bring your own.

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