Statistical Information
Passenger Capacity (basis double): 800
Number of Crew: 350
Tonnage: 17,593 tons
Length: 537 ft. - 164 m
Breath: 75 ft. - 23 m
Maximum Draft: 20.3 ft. - 6.40 m
Maximum Speed: 17.5 knots
Stabilizers
Air Conditioning Throughout

The Ocean Countess underwent major refurbishment during winter 2005/2006, with new cabin furnishings, carpeting and wall coverings in addition to televisions (with satellite reception) being installed and the telephone system upgraded. The Ocean Countess is an imposing figure wherever she goes and is the ideal home base from which to explore the Greek Islands on either a three or four day cruise. With elegant and subtle colors and tones throughout, she is also the perfect setting for every kind of onboard activity from enjoying a melody in the Piano Bar to rolling the dice at the casino. Spacious and graceful, she has a good range of public areas in which to relax and the welcoming ambience means you?ll begin to unwind as soon as you step aboard. Siren`s Lounge is the place to go for first class cabaret, with a choice of 3 further bars in which to relax over a drink. Other facilities include the sociable Brazil coffee verandah, a casino, shopping gallery, library, cinema/theater, swimming pool with pool bar, sun terrace and a health and beauty Center with sauna, massage, gymnasium, medical center, children`s room, photo shop, laundry service, 2 elevators and satellite communications service (phone and fax).

It offers 301 standard staterooms and 99 deluxe staterooms. All cabins offer Satellite TV`s; phones with international dialing; personal safe; hairdryer; music channels and wardrobe. There are 2 staterooms adapted for guests with special needs.

Dining: Kali Orexi.
Dining has always been a festive experience for the Greeks. On board the team of chefs ensures that every day brings new, unforgettable culinary delights. There are guests of up to one hundred nationalities on board during any one season and the chefs have strive to devise menus which suit the tastes of both adventurous and less adventurous palates. The sommelier will help you choose from the international wine list featuring Greek, French, and Italian vintages and then in an impeccable way the attentive stewards serve you the finest of international and Greek specialties. Your waiter will soon learn your preferences as he makes recommendations from the daily menu.

Entertainment
During a cruise, some people wish simply to relax and soak up the sun, while others prefer action. At sea, daytime diversions are numerous; there is something for everyone, from reading a good book in a comfortable corner of the library, a game of backgammon or cards or a drink at the piano bar. Night life at sea is vibrant. Start your evening with your favorite drink in one of the bars and after a pleasant dinner, you have a standing invitation to a colorful show, followed by dancing. Perhaps you are planning to go to the casino afterwards or to the disco, so you can dance on into the early morning hours.

Optional Shore Excursions
A diverse selection of tours has been developed in order to help you make the most of your time at ports of call. Bookings can be made in advance, or if made onboard can be charged to Shipboard Account. In case you have a video camera, be advised that museums and archeological sites might charge a fee for their use.

Shipboard Dining
Please contact the Maitre d?Hotel after embarkation to make your table reservation or to confirm reservations made with the booking. Breakfast and Luncheon are served in the Restaurant on an Open Seating basis or passengers may opt for the buffet on deck. Dinner is assigned seating and it is requested that passengers observe the opening times as per Daily Program. Swimsuits and tank tops are not permitted in the Dining Room.

Daily Program
Each evening a schedule of activities for the following day will be delivered to your cabin. This includes arrival and departure times, shore excursion departure times, meal times, open hours for onboard facilities, suggested dress code, social events and other useful information. Please read it carefully and keep it with you.

Gratuities
It is the task of the experienced staff to do everything possible to make your cruise comfortable and enjoyable. The desire is for you to feel at ease and relaxed during your vacation and this applies to tipping as to other aspects of your cruise. As most guests request guidance to what prevails internationally, the suggested amount is Euro 8 (USD 9) per person per day for all passengers over 16 years old and Euro 4 (USD 5) per person per day for children and teenagers (6 to 16 years). Gratuities will be added to passenger`s ship board account. For beverage service personnel such as Bar Tenders and Waiters a 10% service charge is automatically added to the bill.

Personal Funds and Expenses
The currency on board is Euro. All onboard expenses including shore excursions, gratuities, gift shop purchases, wine and bar bills, spa, beauty salon treatments and photo services, with the exception of the Casino, are charged to your Shipboard Account. For payment, all major credit cards are accepted or if preferred, passengers may settle their account with cash, Travelers Checks or Eurocheques. Personal checks are not accepted.

Electrical Current
Ocean Countess 220 AC for low voltage appliances.

Medical Facilities
A qualified physician is in attendance on all cruises. Office hours are posted and listed on the Daily Program. Emergencies are attended to immediately at all times. A customary fee is charged for services and medication, this is charged to your Shipboard Account.

Smoking on Board
Public Rooms have an area reserved for smoking, which passengers are kindly asked to respect. Smoking is not permitted in the Dining Room. Cigar and pipe smoking is not permitted in any indoor area of the ship. Passengers are requested not to smoke in cabins.

What to pack
Expect warm weather during the day with slightly cooler evenings. When going ashore, comfortable walking shoes are recommended and for visits to religious sites, bare shoulders and shorts are not permitted. Onboard, we suggest casual light weight resort wear. Don`t forget your sunglasses, swimsuit and sunhat for the deck, although swimsuits are not permitted in public rooms. In case it rains, don`t forget a light waterproof jacket or umbrella. Each evening after 6.00pm you are kindly requested to follow the recommended dress code as per your Daily Program. Dress Guidelines: Casual Country club casual for ladies and gentlemen to feel at home after your day in port. Captain`s Night : We suggest suit and tie for gentlemen and cocktail dress or pant suit for ladies.