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Latitude 53

Deck 5 and 6, Marella Explorer 2

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Entrance (Deck 5 - Aft)

  • Access View
    • This information is for the entrance located in the Green Staircase area, at the aft of the ship on Deck 5.
    • There is step-free access at this entrance.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) at this entrance.
    • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 110cm.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) is/are permanently held open when the venue is open.
    • The width of the opening is 234cm.
    • There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.

Desk (Welcome Desk)

  • Desk View
    • The desk is located just beyond the entrance on the right.
    • There is step-free access to the desk.
    • There is a clear unobstructed route to the desk.
    • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the desk which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The desk is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
    • The lighting levels at the desk are moderate to good.
    • The height of the desk is 109cm.
    • There is not a lowered section of the desk.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system at the desk.
    • Background music is not played in this area.
    • The flooring in this area consists of carpet.
    • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • Seating View
    • There is not seating for the desk.

Eating / Drinking (Deck 5)

  • Service and Menus View
    • Tables can be booked in advance.
    • There is full table service.
    • Menu types include; online menus and handheld menus.
    • Menus are clearly written.
    • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
    • The type of food served here is traditional dishes with a modern twist.
    • Plastic/takeaway cups are not available.
    • Adapted cups are not available.
    • Adapted cutlery is not available.
    • This area does play background music.
    • Background music is played at all times.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system .
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free access throughout.
    • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
    • In this area there are chairs without armrests, tables and bench seats available.
    • The height between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 71cm.
    • The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 72cm.
    • No tables are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
    • The flooring in this area consists of carpet.
    • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.

Stairs (Deck 5 to Deck 6)

  • Stairs View
    • The stairs are located in the centre of the Latitude 53.
    • There are 20 steps between decks.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
    • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • Handrails are easy to grip.
    • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • There is a landing.
    • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each deck are not provided on landings.
    • The lighting levels at the steps are good.
    • The stairs are used at access both Latitude 53 on Decks 5 and 6 and Vista.

Entrance (Deck 6 Starboard Side - Aft)

  • Access View
    • This information is for the entrance located in the Green Staircase area, at the aft of the ship on the starboard side of Deck 6.
    • There is step-free access at this entrance.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) at this entrance.
    • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 112cm.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) is/are permanently held open when the venue is open.
    • The width of the opening is 236cm.
    • There is also a similar entrance to Latitude 53 on the port side of the ship.

Eating / Drinking (Deck 6)

  • Service and Menus View
    • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
    • There is full table service.
    • Menu types include; large print menus (by prior request only) and handheld menus.
    • Menus are clearly written.
    • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
    • The type of food served here is traditional dishes with a modern twist.
    • Plastic/takeaway cups are not available.
    • Adapted cups are not available.
    • Adapted cutlery is not available.
    • Drinking straws are available on request.
    • This area does play background music.
    • Background music is only played at certain times.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system .
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free access throughout.
    • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
    • In this area there are bench seats, tables and chairs without armrests available.
    • The height between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 71cm.
    • The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 72cm.
    • No tables are permanently fixed.
    • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
    • The flooring in this area consists of carpet.
    • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.