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Want to email or
browse the web?
The Avalon Artistry II has two internet stations (see photo) for your use.
Bringing your laptop,
tablet or smart phone?
You have free Wi-Fi access in your cabin and in public areas.
Want to keep up with the
national and international news?
Pick up a printed daily news summary off the wall rack next to the reception desk. There are four country-specific versions: American, Australian, British, and Canadian.
Other communications
Cruise director's pre-dinner briefings on the following day's happenings.
PA system announcements (which are kept to a minimum).
Last but not least, link into the guest-to-guest grapevine.
Daily Newssheet
The Newssheet describes and gives the times and locations of all the onboard and shore activities for the following day. One is delivered to your cabin each night during dinner time.
Local daily weather forecast
See it anytime on your cabin's TV screen.
Cabin direct-dial phone
Call the reception desk and your friend's cabin.
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