:: Frequently Asked Questions ::
When is the 14th GEBQSO @ SEA?
The 2007 GEBQSO@SEA will be on August 27, 2007 to
August 31, 2007.
     
How much would the Cruise cost?
We started our reservation on August 15, 2006 and we have reserved a
total of 60 Cabins. Now we still have 21 available cabins for reservation.
The price for a 2 in a cabin is still
$415.14 per person, this includes the
Cruise Fee ($250), Port Charges ($99), Taxes ($27.14) and Tips ($39). If
you need information about prices on 3 in a cabin and 4 in a cabin.
Please send us an email at k6kbm@yahoo.com .     
How much is the GEB QSO Registration Fee?
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information about
Cruise Vacations.
What is included?
When you're on board the cruise ship, almost everything is taken care of -
your accommodations, gourmet meals in the dining rooms and cafés, and
snacks throughout the day. All activities including the amazing fitness
center, entertainment and the award-winning Adventure Ocean® Youth
Program are all paid for. Even 24-hour room service is included. So, if
you're looking for an incredible value, look no further - this is the GEB
QSO and the vacation for you!
I heard you offer a lot of free stuff what are they?
Yes. What makes this GEBQSO@SEA unique from all other in the past is
participants will get a lot of free stuff. From souvenir programs to major
raffle draws that will get each ham registered participant a chance to
win a
brand new Yaesu FT857D, Atas120a, duplexer,Icom W32A Dual Band
HandHeld Transceiver, A Yaesu FT7800R, Comet Antenna
and also a
chance to win a
Yaesu FT897D through our Souvenir Programme Raffle
Draw.  

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Will I need a passport?
::14th GRAND EYEBALL QSO @ SEA 2007  ::
Yes. A passport is now a requirement for all travelers going on a cruise
ship. Please make sure you have them with you before leaving.
The Registration Fee is $25.00 per Family and/or Single Participant.
Non-Ham friends/visitors will be included in the Family Registration.  
         
What is the Itinerary and Port of Call?
The 2007 GEB QSO is a 4 night Baja Mexico Cruise. The departure
Port is in Los Angeles.
The Ports of Call are
Los Angeles, San Diego, Catalina Island,
Ensenada Mexico, Los Angeles.        
What is the name of the Cruise Ship?
We are boarding the Cruise Ship Monarch of the Seas of Royal
Caribbean. Please check this link for more in depth info about the ship.
Monarch of the Seas
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How many person can one cabin accomodate?  
A maximum of 4 Person per cabin.
How much is the Cruise Ship Reservation Fee?   
Reservation fee is $100.00 for each person. Please check our Reservation
Page for more details. Reservation fee is included in the Total Payment.
:: FAQ - FYI ::
I am bringing my car to Los Angeles,  when the ship departs,
where can we leave our car during the cruise period and what
time does the ship leaves?
The ship will be departing on August 27, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. Our
registration and check in time is from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Yes
there is parking for $10.00 a day in front of the terminal at San Pedro
Port (Los Angeles), Ca.
Do I need a credit card or cash to buy souvenir and/or alcohol
drinks from the cruise ship? How do I pay for onboard
purchases? What is a SeaPass Card?
The Monarch of the Seas work on a cashless sales system. Think of
your SeaPass card as your onboard charge card. To activate your
SeaPass card the cruise require either a minimum cash deposit of
$200.00 per account or a credit card. Any remaining cash credits will
be refunded to you on the last day of the cruise.
When will my stateroom be ready?
Your stateroom will be ready at 1:00pm. In the meantime, a delicious
lunch buffet is available for all guest in the Wind jammer Cafe, Deck
11, from noon to 4:00pm.  
Do we have a seating arrangement during dinner?
Yes, you do and your seating arrangement are printed on the front of
your SeaPass card.
Is there an Emergency Drill in the cruise ship?
A mandatory emergency drill will be conducted at 4:45pm on the
Promenade Deck 7. This will help you to familiarize yourself with the
safety routine onboard and your Muster station, your assigned meeting
place in case of an emergency.
Are there shops on board?
All the duty-free shops are located on Deck 5 and will remain close
whenever the ship is in port. Once we set sail and have reached
international waters, the shop will open.
Is there a Medical Facility onboard?
The Medical Facility is located on Deck 1, Centrum. Opening hours
can be found in the Cruise Compass and charges apply when services
are rendered.  
Is room service available?
Room Service is free and is available 24 hours except on the last day
of the cruise (until 3:00am).
What are the charges for using the telephone?
Charges do not apply when dialing stateroom to stateroom, you simply
dial  "8" before the stateroom number. However , if you wish to make
an outgoing phone call, a charge of $7.95 per minute will be billed to
your SeaPass account.   
See below pics of the Cruise Compass, SeaPass Card.
The Guest Vacation Document booklet will be mailed to you.