If you want to hop aboard this cruise, you're going to have to read everything in this board. That way it will be easier for all of us. Here you will find the rule, the main plot, sub-plots and a list of canon characters.

Here you will be kept up to date with all the latest events and such that are going on with the site. Make sure you check back regularly.

Are you stuck? Need some help? Or maybe you have a suggestion that could possibly improve the board? This is the place to go.

The title says it all. If you want to make graphics for people, start your very own thread here. People who need graphics can advertise in here too and someone might just make what you need.

Come here to have a break from role playing. Chat with other members, play games, whatever. It's important to get to know the members behind the characters too.

If you're going to be away (for whatever reason), let the board know here so you don't get yourself deleted.

The name says it all. STAFF ONLY. This is where the staff talk about things that will benefit the site.

Here is where you can advertise your site or affiliate with 'Rough Waters'. The board is guest friendly, but if you wish to advertise at RW your site must have a plug board so that we can easily link back.

This is where all the finished or abandonded threads go so that we can keep everything in the forum neat and tidy.

In order to be apart of this role play, you need to apply for a character. Whether it's a canon or an original, this is the place to do go. Make sure you have a look at what canons we have available here before applying. Here you will find the application form, face claim, groups and character bio's.

Here's the place where you can add more layers onto your characters lives. Here you will find a place for relationship plots, journals and photo albums.

Here is where you can keep connected with other characters. Call or text their cell phone, Instant Message them, E-Mail them even past secret little notes to them if you want to go about contacting someone differently.

[b]Here you can request someone to role play with, find a love interest or a certain other character that could be related to your character in one way or another.

Below deck is where the ships crew living quarters are. They have their own kitchen, dining hall, living area and cabins that accomodate four people and have their own bathrooms.

+No passengers allowed.

+Entrance to the ship
+Lobby and reception desk
+Medical center
+Lifts and stairs

+A small variety of shops.
Including: a general store, a gift store, chemist and a luxury store that sells expensive perfume, jewellery and other accessories.
+Beauty Spa. If you've got enough money you can treat yourself to a pampering session.

+Large formal dining room that is the size of a large ballroom
+Internet Cafe
+Bar
+Outside - Pool and Spa #1

+Casino
+Casino Bar
+Theater where you can watch the ships entertainers perform
+Coffee Lounge - Just like Starbucks, but better
+Buffet
+Dining hall with balcony
+Ice cream parlor

+Library
+Night Club
+Bar
+Balconies with oceanviews
+Musicians Lounge for karaoke and for people with real talent to show off their stuff. An assortment of instruments are available to borrow while in the lounge.

+Cabins of all sorts

+Outdoor deck
+Pool
+2 Spas
+Juice and smoothy bar
+Bar
+Cafe
+Deck chairs

+Outside deck (second floor of the 7th deck)
+Gym
+Fitness Center
+Dance Hall
+Jogging Track
+Pool
+Spa

+Outside deck
+Outdoor movie theater
+Plenty of seating
+Bar

This is where the ship departed. Ft. Lauderdale is known as the 'Venice of America' due to it's canal system.

From the white sand beaches to the green hills and rainforest there is sure to be something to please everyone at St. Thomas.

Situated between the two European islands of Martinique and Guadeloupe, the wild and pristine Dominica draws a contrast that couldn’t be more striking. A totally different world.

White palm beaches, the turquoise ocean and miles of untouched nature. Thanks to the fact that mass tourism never touched the most southern island of the West Indies, the charms of the unexplored exotic paradise have been preserved.

Bonaire is known for its world class scuba diving, wind surfing, nature, snorkeling, and tranquility.

Aruba is outside the hurricane belt and the island boasts year-round great weather, cooling trade winds and friendly people. The perfect weather and world famous white sand beaches make Aruba ideal for surfing enthusiasts and sun lovers