Passages Library is one of the most elegant libraries afloat, well stocked with hundreds of recent hardcover books, a paperback book exchange, CDs, and audiocassettes. Warm mahogany bookcases, Wedgwood blue carpets, and Old World accents create a cozy reading area, offering a great view of the sea from 13 soft leather stuffed chairs, a half-dozen of which have CD playback with headsets for whiling away the hours. The Card Room next door carries the same decor and has a dozen tables for games and bridge. Bridge competitions are held regularly under the supervision of guest masters. Shops encircling the atrium's second level include Regatta for casual wear, logo items, sundries, paperbacks, and liquor.
Illuminations offers evening wear, jewelry, perfumes, gifts, and collectibles.
Also in the Center is a printer and a scanner. Both rooms contain lovely wood and etched glass panels which carve cozy little niches for a sense of intimate dining. The are a few tables for two scattered throughout and quite a few tables for four or six as well as more traditional tables for eight. The food preparation is very good, beautifully presented, and interestingly varied. Vegetarian selections are excellent and desserts are superb.