| u've never attended a corporate dinner aboard a | | | | and a blouse, given the circumstances. |
| cruise ship, you are in for a treat. These special | | | | Women tend to find it easier to do their hair in a fairly |
| business events are usually held on small cruise ships | | | | simple style that can be redone easily if it's mussed by |
| or yachts that have been chartered specifically for the | | | | the wind. Keep accessories to a minimum and you'll |
| event, providing the opportunity for a lot of fun and a | | | | have less to keep track of while enjoying the cruise. |
| very unique business environment. | | | | What to Bring on the Cruise |
| For many people who are about to attend their first | | | | Being on the water, things tend to cool down faster in |
| cruise dinner, what to wear can be a bit of an issue. | | | | the evening, so if you will be out after dark, it's a good |
| Obviously a cruise is a slightly different situation than a | | | | idea to bring a wrap or jacket with you. The wind |
| private dinner at an elegant restaurant and yet, it's a | | | | tends to pick up on the water and can add to the |
| corporate event, so many are confused as to how | | | | coolness of the night. You'll want to be comfortable so |
| formal they need to be. | | | | opt for a jacket even if you think it's too warm during |
| In general, chartered cruises are quite elite and elegant. | | | | the day. After all, it's not like you can simply run back |
| Attending a business dinner on one usually calls for | | | | to the car to pick it up. |
| fairly formal clothing, but you will also need to be | | | | If you are looking at a longer cruise, culminating in an |
| comfortable. | | | | elegant dinner, don't forget to bring lip balm and a |
| The Practicalities of Dressing for a Cruise Dinner | | | | comb. The wind and sun tend to mess up the best of |
| Most cruises will request that you wear non-marking, | | | | hairstyles and it's a good idea to redo your hair before |
| soft soled shoes when you are aboard. For ladies, this | | | | going to dinner. The lip balm will help protect your lips |
| means no high heels, which can cause you to lose | | | | from chapping in the wind and sun. |
| your balance. Remember that this is a boat and as | | | | The main purpose of a corporate dinner cruise is to |
| such, it will be rocking and moving with the water, even | | | | provide an enjoyable environment to meet with those |
| in relatively calm seas. Black sneakers or formal shoes | | | | in your company. It can be a great way to lay the |
| with a good grip are often used by men, women will | | | | groundwork for a deal or merger, as well. Being |
| find there are a variety of low, comfortable shoes that | | | | comfortable in your clothing and at ease on the boat |
| will let them stay upright while walking on the deck. | | | | will help you deal easier with the actual cruise and |
| Men will find that a nice suit is appropriate, though | | | | hence more comfortable at dinner. Dress formally, but |
| slightly less formal clothing is usually acceptable. Dress | | | | keep in mind where you will be and make sure that |
| pants and a nice button down shirt is often the norm, | | | | safety and comfort are also taken into account. If in |
| particularly on hot evenings. Women can wear a | | | | doubt, go ahead and talk to the organizers about what |
| cocktail dress, but may be more comfortable in slacks | | | | they expect in the way of clothing. |