PERSONAL CRUISE GUIDE QUESTIONNAIRE

Print this out, answer the questions and pick the right cruise!

Have you sailed on a traditional sailing ship before?  	__No   __Yes  
Ship name:__________________________________________________________

What type of cruise do you want?
__A relaxing, do nothing cruise with maximum leisure and few cares.
__A cruise to learn seamanship, sail-handling and ship maintenance.
__A theme cruise with educational value that reflects your hobbies.
__A cruise to toughen both mind & body;few luxuries & maximum challenge.
__A cruise for partying, romancing, dancing and adult excitement.
__A cruise for a __Honeymoon, __Anniversary, __or other special occasion.

How many people do you want to travel with on this cruise?
__Less than 10.   __10 to 25.   __25 to 50.   
__50 to 75.  __75 to 150.   __ 150 to 300.

What type of meals do you prefer?
__Simple fare.   __Hearty homestyle with specialties.  __Gourmet dining.

Who will you be traveling with?
__Alone.   __Significant other.   __Spouse.   __Family.  __Friends.

If with a family, what are the children's ages?  Check all that apply.
__Under six.  __Six to ten.   __Ten to sixteen.  __Over Sixteen.

What style of cruise do you prefer?  Check all that apply.
__Family style.   __Singles cruise.   __Gay cruise.  __Party cruise.

What level of organized activities would you prefer?
__None.  __A few.  __Many organized activities.

When it comes to sail handling........
__Let someone else.   __Willing to help.   __Really want to heave ho.

What other sailing related activities do you want to learn?
__Learn the ropes & rigging.  __Celestial navigation.  Other:__________

What about personal comforts?  Check those you prefer.
__Private shower & head a must or.... __Shared shower & head ok. 
__Hot water is a must or.... __Cool water is ok.
__Air conditioning.  __Room service.   __Laundry service.    

What about cabin size and location?  
__Roomy.   __Average.   __Small cabin ok.  __Would share.
__Topside  __Below decks ok.  __Inside  __Outside

Physical health and agility make a difference.  Are you......
__In great shape.  __In good shape.   __Unable to climb ladders.  
__In a doctor's care.  __Taking prescriptions. __Sun sensitive.
__Concerned about seasickness.  __Not concerned about seasickness. 

What type of activities would you enjoy?  
__Swimming.   __Scuba.   __Sightseeing.   __Shopping.   
__Exploring.  __Visiting fine restaurants.  __Hiking.   
__Sunbathing.   __Beachcombing.  __Nature studies. 
__ Other:_____________________________________________

What is your budget, per person per week, not including airfare?
__Less than $500.  __$500.-$1000.  __$1000.-$1500.  __Over $1500. 

Circle the month/s you'd like to cruise: 
Jan  Feb  Mar  Apr  May  Jun  Jul  Aug  Sep  Oct  Nov  Dec

What type of vessel do you want to sail on?
__Wooden-hulled.  __Steel-hulled.  __Schooner.  __Square-rigger.  
__Traditional vessel.  __Modernized vessel.  __Does not matter.

How many days would you like to cruise?
__3 days.   __6 days.  __A week, longer if possible.

Would you be interested in any of the following theme cruises?  
__Photography.   __Folk music.   __Watercolor.   __Fall foliage.  
__Whale watching.  __Nature cruise.   __Windjammer gatherings.  
__Ocean cruising.   __Transatlantic.   __Historical focus.   
__Educational.  __Tall Ship gathering.   __Windjammer races.   
__Elder Hostel.   __College credit.   __Marine biology.  __Pirates.  

Is there a specific area of the world you want to cruise?
__New England seacoast.   __Great Lakes.  __Pacific Northwest.   
__Atlantic Ocean   __Mediterranean   __Caribbean.    __Bahamas 
__South Pacific.   __Cocos island/Galapagos islands.  
__Other areas:_________________________________________________
I hope these questions have helped you to clarify just exactly what you want from your cruise. If you would like some suggestions on what cruise might suit you best, feel free to call me in the evenings at (217) 352-3840. Before you call, fill out the questionnaire and we'll go over it on the phone. I'd be happy to talk over your options.

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