Circle Memberships

The Founders Circle is a select forum of 100 resident advisors. The members of this group provide feedback which plays an instrumental role in creating and curating the Storylines experience. They have committed to contributing to the community and upholding the founding principles and are provided a number of benefits.

The Gold Circle offers similar financial benefits but without a few perks that were extended to the Founders Circle members for their loyalty during the company’s startup phase. This membership program was introduced when the Founders Circle reached capacity.

All Circle members holding a Life of Vessel term prior to sailing may roll their holding over to another ship in the Storylines fleet on a year-to-year basis when MV Narrative is retired. You and your family can cruise forever in perpetuity.

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Boarding the Ship

What if I cannot make it in time to whichever port the ship is at when it’s my turn to board?

Our itineraries are set well in advance. You will know many months ahead of time the exact locations, dates, and times you can board, so you can book flights accordingly. 

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Prohibited Items

What Items are Not Allowed onboard?

Are HAM radios allowed onboard?

We have discussed this possibility with Lloyds Register and the Bahamas authority. They have indicated that there are many emergency frequencies in constant use at sea so these should be avoided. Therefore, Storylines’ policy is that no HAM radios/amateur radio equipment is permitted on board.

Are candles and incense — or any other steady open flames — allowed on board?
No. There are no open flames on the ship.

Are firearms and guns allowed onboard?

Items that could interfere with the safe operation of the ship or the safe and secure environment of our residents and crew are prohibited. From a legal standpoint, guns are prohibited on board by law under the flag state (i.e. Bahamas) that govern the maritime law onboard the ship. Having a gun onboard is a serious offense as the ship is considered an extension territory of the flag State. In addition, we will be visiting more than 100 countries, many of which prohibit firearms in coastal waters (within 24 miles of land). 
Further reading:
US Travelers with Firearms
Firearms on the Boat: the Legal Issues Surrounding Carrying Weapons for Defense in International Waters

Will you have a cannabis dispensary on board?

Non-prescribed controlled substances, medically prescribed and synthetic marijuana and CBD products are not allowed on board.

Although we believe medical cannabis is a core part of healthcare, current international regulations and Maritime Law regulating life at sea do not allow for any of the myriad products on the market that now contain cannabis.

Even when the possession of cannabis is legal in some U.S. states, it remains illegal under U.S. federal laws. The U.S. Coast Guard enforces federal law, which overrides state laws. Federal law does not recognize an exception to allow cannabis for medicinal purposes.

Worldwide, it is illegal to transport cannabis and products containing cannabis – including edible cannabis, cannabis extracts and cannabis topicals – across international borders.

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This is Your Home

Come and go as you please – This is your home

This is your home, come and go as you please. Live aboard full-time or rent out your residence as you wish. Invite visitors to stay with you or allow friends to enjoy your residence while you are away. 

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