do cruise ship staterooms have hair dryers

Hair dryers on cruise ships: photos and rules (2024)

May 19, 2024

Hello, cruise fans! Today we are talking about something that’s particularly interesting to women: hair dryers on cruise ships .

For those with long hair, a reliable hair dryer is crucial for quick and effective drying .

That’s why I’ve put together a guide to look at the types of hair dryers available across various cruise lines , evaluate their quality, and clarify whether you can bring your own from home.

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Do cruise ships have hair dryers?

The answer is yes, basically all cruise ships have a hair dryer in the cabin.

As you can imagine, however, not all hair dryers are the same. I have been fortunate enough to go on many cruises and thus to try several ones.

I have to say that some, even though small, are very powerful and dry hair very well .

Other times I have come across some hair dryers that were of very poor quality and were little more than toys .

So let’s go right away to see a comparison between many of them .

Hair dryer on Royal Caribbean

Let’s start with Royal Caribbean . Unfortunately, the quality of the hair dryer on this cruise line is quite low .

When I tried it, I found it to be weak and also very uncomfortable , because you have to keep the button pressed continuously to make it work.

It is allowed to bring your own hair dryers onboard, however, I have had a bad experience with that.

Basically, my sister brought her Dyson on Symphony of the Seas and it worked just fine, but when she brought it on Wonder of the Seas it did not work in any outlet in our room . I think the outlets on some Roya Caribbean ships don’t have enough power.

My advice therefore is not to bring your hair dryer from home. It will take you a few extra minutes to dry your hair but remember that you are on vacation, there is no need to rush .

Hair dryer on Norwegian Cruise Line

A hair dryer that I really like is the one on Norwegian Cruise Line ships.

As you can see from the pics above, it is a very large and powerful one , it can reach 1800 W.

Moreover, it is one of the few hair dryers I have found on a cruise where you can adjust the power and heat settings .

What more can I say? You are allowed to bring your own hair dryer on NCL ships, but I wouldn’t recommend it; the one provided in your cabin is already of excellent quality .

Hair dryer on Carnival

Unfortunately, with Carnival , the quality drops again . The hair dryer you find on this cruise line is very similar (perhaps identical) to the one from Royal Caribbean that we discussed earlier.

It’s small , not very powerful (1250-watt), and uncomfortable to use .

As we’ve already seen in the article about hair straighteners and curling irons on cruises , Carnival allows you to bring your own hair dryer from home, but it must be in good condition and comply with safety standards . For example, hair dryers with damaged cords or broken buttons are not allowed.

Would I recommend bringing your own? If you have very long hair, it might be worth considering that .

Hair dryer on MSC Cruises

I like the hair dryer on MSC ships ; I’ve tried it several times and found it to be powerful and functional .

It’s by Valera , the same brand as the hair dryer on NCL ships. Compared to that one, this one is slightly smaller but still reaches a good power of 1800 W, even though it’s a travel version.

MSC Cruises also allows you to bring your own hair dryer, if you really want to.

Hair dryer on Princess Cruises

The last company I want to talk about is Princess Cruises . As you can see from the pic, these ships feature a hair dryer from the brand Drybar .

It’s a 1200-watt travel-size version with a foldable handle . I haven’t tried it myself, but I know it’s a fairly premium and expensive travel blow dryer . I’ve seen it in stores for around $100.

According to reviews I’ve received from some cruisers, it’s quiet, fast, and doesn’t leave your hair frizzy afterward . If you have tried it personally, let us know what you think in the comments at the end of the article.

Can you bring a diffuser on a cruise?

Sure, you can bring a diffuser on a cruise. I understand that many of you can’t do without one if you have curly hair.

It’s not among the prohibited items, but make sure to get one that fits the hair dryer you want to use .

I recommend the soft silicone ones that can adapt to all types of hair dryers. This way, you can use it without issues on any cruise ship.

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Can You Bring a Hair Dryer on a Cruise? (& Do You Even Need One?)

Are you trying to work out if your cruise line provides hair dryers, whether they are any good, and if you even need to take your own?

We have checked all the main cruise lines’ prohibited items and whether they provide them onboard, but in short:

Most heat-producing items are prohibited on cruise ships because they are considered a fire hazard.   However, hair dryers and other heated grooming products are allowed on all the main cruise lines.

You can double-check our list of all the main cruise lines which allow hair dryers on board.  We only found one that didn’t and another that often blew a fuse (see below).

The next question is, do you even need to take a hair dryer as many cruise lines provide them.

Below we go over where and what the cruise lines offer and what you should consider if you want to take your blow dryer.

Can You Take Hair Dryers In Your Carry-on Luggage?

You can take your hair dryer in your carry-on luggage, although you may not need to as cruises provide them in the cabins.

Can You Bring Hair Dryers On in Checked Luggage?

You can pack your hair dryer in checked luggage.   Bear in mind you cruise ships provide hairdryers in the cabins, so you may not need to take one and could use the weight and space for packing other items.

See our tips below on the best ways to pack your hair dryer safely.

Can You Take Hair Dryers on a Plane?

For those flying to a port for any part of your vacation, the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) allows you to take hair dryers in your carry-on and checked luggage. 

Which Cruise Lines Allow Hair Dryers Onboard

All the main cruise lines listed below allow you to bring a hair dryer on board with you in either your carry-on or checked luggage.

Main Cruise Lines That Allow Hair Dryers:

• Carnival Cruise
• Celebrity Cruises
• Disney Cruises
• Holland America
• MSC Cruises
• Norwegian Cruise Line (*see notes)
• Princess Cruises
• Royal Caribbean Cruises
• Virgin Voyages

Of all the main cruise lines, the only one we found that did not allow hair dryers was Viking Cruises.

Can You Bring a Hair Dryer on the Norwegian Cruise?

Norwegian Cruises Lines (NCL) don’t expressly state whether you can bring a hair dryer on board. 

Passengers have reported taking their own however it was common for them to very easily blow a fuse in the rooms.

You view the prohibited items list here . No. 21 is where they mention prohibited heating items.

Are There Hair Dryers on Cruise Ships?

All the main cruise lines provide hair dryers in the cabins, but often they are very basic and weak in power. If you prefer using the better standard of hair dryers, such as Ionic or Ceramic, with varying temperature settings and accessories, consider bringing your own.

We have double-checked all the main cruise lines to see if they all have hair dryers in the staterooms.

You’ll be pleased to know all the following lines do provide hair dryers:

• Norwegian Cruise Line
• Viking Cruises

Where Are the hair Dryers on a Cruise Ship?

If you can’t see your hair dryer in the cabin, it will either be attached to the wall on a desk or with a draw.  Sometimes they are also in bathroom cabinets.

Below we cover some of the main cruise lines and where the hair dryers are in the cabins.

Do Carnival Cruises Provide Hair Dryers?

They are quite small and not very powerful (1250 watts), so drying your hair may take longer than if you are used to a more powerful model and have long or thick hair.

Location: Carnival Cruise hair dryers are attached to the inside of the dressing area drawers or in the bathroom.

For more info on Carnival, Stateroom Bathroom Amenities, see here .

Does Royal Caribbean Have Hair Dryers?

All Royal Caribbean cabins have hair dryers.   The power is pretty low, and they are the type where you must keep your finger down on the button to power it.

Location: They are usually attached to the desk.

Do Celebrity Cruises Have Hair Dryers?

All Celebrity Cruises staterooms have hair dryers, although not very powerful.

Location: Wall-mounted in the bathrooms or portable one in a drawer. 

Do Disney Cruises Provide Hair Dryers?

There are handheld hair dryers in every cabin on a Disney cruise ship.

Do Norwegian Cruises Provide Hair Dryers?

There are handheld hair dryers in every cabin on Norwegian cruise ships.

If you take your own hair dryer, NCL ships have outlets for North American standard, 110 volts AC, and standard European 220/230 volts.

Are Hair Dryers Allowed on Viking Cruise?

Viking cruises are popular for both their river and ocean cruises.

Viking Cruises’ list of prohibited items states “Any electrical device that produces heat” and then lists several items, including heat pads, clothes irons , kettles, etc.

Although they specifically list “ curling irons ” as an “Allowable item,” there is no mention of hair dryers.

On a good note, Viking cruises hair dryers are considered some of the best and most powerful because they are plugged into 220-volt outlets, unlike most US cruise lines which are 110 volts.

What to do if There Is No Hair Dryer in Your Cabin

On rare occasions, your cabin might not have a hair dryer.  This is more likely to happen on older ships in a fleet that hasn’t been refurbished in a while.

If you are without a hair dryer, contact your cabin steward to request one.

How to Pack Your Hair Dryer

Hair dryers can be packed in both your carry-on and checked luggage.  If you are bringing your own, pack it in a padded bag or towel so it doesn’t get damaged in transit.

Here are a few other tips to keep in mind when packing your hair dryer:

• If your hair dryer has a removable nozzle, take it off and pack it separately.
• Pack your hair dryer after you have finished using it, so it is cooled down.
• Ensure the cord is wrapped up securely, so it doesn’t get tangled.

Tips For Using Hair Dryer on Cruise Ship

Extension/Powerstrip: If you take your hair dryer, consider taking a powerstrip. There are often only 1 or 2 power sockets in the cabin, which may be needed for other devices, and you may want the option to use the hairdryer further away from the outlet.

Travel Mirror: Also, take a small travel mirror as often there is only one in the cabin, and it can be in a less than ideal position.

Compact: If you’re worried about packing space, some hair dryers these days come with a foldable handle.

If you take your hair dryer, don’t plug it into the bathroom if you have other alternatives as it may be too powerful for the outlet as these are designed for small appliances such as electric toothbrushes and razors and might blow a fuse.

Hair Dryer To Remove Wrinkles From Clothes

As you may know, many other heat-generating devices are prohibited onboard, including clothes steamers and irons.

Therefore a bonus for some people taking a more powerful hair dryer on their cruise is that they can use it to remove wrinkles from clothes.

The stronger the hair dryer, the more effective it will be.

You can do it while wearing the clothing item, gently pulling away from your body as you do so, and start at the lowest heat setting, gradually increasing it if needed.

Simply hold the hair dryer a few inches away from the item of clothing and move it around until the wrinkles have disappeared.  The hotter the temperature, the better, but be careful not to hold it too close, or you could scorch the fabric.

Or you can lay the clothing item flat on a bed or towels and, using the hair dryer, hold it about 6 inches away from the fabric and move it around. Again, start on a lower heat setting and increase as needed.

This works well for a few wrinkles on a shirt or dress, but don’t expect it to work miracles on a crumpled pile of clothes. It’s best used as a touch-up method before heading out for the day or evening.

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Frequently Asked Questions About hair dryers on cruises

Do all cruise ships have hair dryers.

Yes, all the main cruise lines provide hair dryers in their cabins.

What Type of Hair Dryers is on Cruise Ships?

The hair dryers provided by the cruise lines are usually not very powerful.  If you have long or thick hair, you may want to consider bringing your own.

Do I Need a Converter for my Hair Dryer on a Cruise?

No, most hair dryers these days have dual voltage and will work with the power outlets on a cruise.

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Your Stateroom Attendant will also supply bar soap and tissues, as needed.

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For your convenience, a wall dispenser in the shower contains Elemis® bath products: 

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Hair Dryers

A 1250-watt hair dryer is provided in all staterooms and suites (either in the bathroom or on the desk/vanity) on all ships.  Note: Personal grooming devices such as hair dryers , flat irons, curling irons and shavers are allowed on board when used with proper caution.  However, if such devices are determined to pose a hazard, they will be removed and returned the last day of the cruise prior to debark. 

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A make up mirror is provided in all stateroom and suite bathrooms on the following ships: Carnival Breeze, Carnival Celebration, Carnival Conquest, Carnival Dream, Carnival Firenze, Carnival Freedom, Carnival Glory, Carnival Horizon, Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Legend, Carnival Liberty, Carnival Luminosa, Carnival Magic, Carnival Miracle, Carnival Pride, Carnival Splendor, Carnival Spirit, Carnival Valor, Carnival Venezia, Carnival Vista and Mardi Gras.

A make up mirror is provided in all suites on the following ships: Carnival Paradise, Carnival Radiance and Carnival Sunrise.

On the Carnival Sunshine, staterooms on Deck 3, Deck 5, Deck 11 and Deck 12 have make up mirrors in the bathrooms. 

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Do Cruise Ships Provide Hair Dryers? (should you bring your own)

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If you’re going on a cruise, you might be wondering if cruise ships have hairdryers or if you’ll need to bring your own. Since cruise ships do have rules about what you can and cannot bring on a cruise , this is an important question.

I have a particular interest in this topic, since I like to brow dry and style my hair for the evenings on a cruise.

In this blog post, I share the information you need to know about hairdryers on cruise ships. As well, we’ll look at the rules for bringing your own hair dryer and hot styling tools on your cruise.

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Are There Hairdryers on Cruise Ships?

Almost all cruise ships provide small hair dryers as part of your stateroom amenities. Older ships may not have blow dryers in all cabins, so you may need to request one from your cabin steward , but this is rare. The hairdryer will be in the vanity area or desk drawer in your cruise cabin , or wall mounted near a mirror.

In terms of quality, the hairdryers are similar to those found in standard hotel rooms. Expect a short spiral cord, low to medium heat, and the possibility that you may need to hold down a button for it to work.

If you just need a quick blow dry or have shorter or straighter hair, these will work just fine. However, if you have long or thick hair, and need a better quality blow dryer with stronger heat to style your hair, consider bringing your own.

Can You Bring a Hair Dryer on a Cruise Ship?

You can definitely bring your own hairdryer on your cruise ship. Even though cruise lines have restrictions on items like irons and clothes steamers , a hair dryer is just fine.

For years, I brought my Elchin blowdryer that I use at home, however it’s a heavy one and I always worried it would break while traveling. I now bring this small travel hairdryer that my hairdresser recommended a few years ago. It’s such a good quality for the price!

Many online reviews describe this small hairdryer as the smallest, lightest and most powerful travel blowdryer they’ve ever found & I absolutely agree!

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Can You Bring Curling Irons and Hair Straighteners on a Cruise?

Many people wonder if hot hair styling tools are allowed on a cruise. Thankfully for us ladies, the answer is yes.

You can add your curling wands or irons, hair straighteners and hot rollers to your cruise packing list.

It’s a good idea to bring a non-surge protected “cruise approved” power bar , as cruise cabins are notorious for having no more than 1 or 2 electric outlets. I bring one with extra electric outlets and USBs , so I can also charge my phone and other electronics.

Please note that regular surge protected power strips are not allowed on a cruise ship and will be confiscated . It’s important that the power bar is “non-surge” protected. Many cruise lines prohibit extension cords as well, so this power bar is a good choice.

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Things Not to Bring on a Cruise

While you can bring hairdryers, hair straighteners and curling irons on a cruise, there are a few things to leave at home .

Clothing irons and clothes steamers are not permitted as they’re considered to be a fire hazard – a huge danger on a cruise!

You can read more about what other items to leave at home as well in this post:  10 Things NOT to Pack for a Cruise

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Final Thoughts: Do Cruise Ships Provide Hairdryers?

The easy answer to this question is yes, you’ll almost always have a hair dryer in your cruise cabin. However, since it’s a standard hotel quality at best, if you need a more powerful and hot blowdryer, you’ll probably want to bring your own.

Do you use the blowdryer provided by the cruise line or do you pack your own? Please feel free to ask any questions and leave your comments below.

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Do Cruise Ships Have Hair Dryers? What to Know for Better Packing!

By: Author Tyler Bowman

Posted on Last updated: October 14, 2023

Categories Amenities , ONBOARD EXPERIENCE , Packing

As you’re planning your cruise packing, you may be wondering what hair styling items you should bring. Cruise travel often involves lots of extra time in the pool or ocean or engaging in other activities that may require some extra hair washing. Before tossing your bulky blow dryer into the suitcase, let’s figure out do cruise ships have hair dryers?

Unless you are sailing on a really old ship, the odds are high that you will have a hair dryer provided. Most cruise ships have hair dryers in the cabins, either in the bathroom, mounted to the wall, or in the vanity’s drawer.

Some older cruise ships, however, might not have hair dryers in the cabins. In this case, you can ask for one from the cabin crew, and they will be able to provide you with one. 

So, that means there’s one less thing to pack when going on a cruise, or is there? Depending on your hair care practices, other questions remain: The hair dryers provided on cruise ships might not suit your hair styling needs. Are you allowed to take your own preferred hair dryer? Can you bring other styling tools, such as straighteners and curling tongs? How does the voltage work on a cruise ship? Keep reading to learn those details and more. 

Do Cruise Ships Have Hair Dryers In Cabins?

Fortunately, most cruise ship cabins come equipped with a hair dryer. Except for some of the oldest cabins, you can find a hair dryer in the bathroom or in the main room’s vanity. If there are no hair dryers to be found in your cabin, you can also request one from a steward. 

Therefore, if you don’t have any specific hair styling requirements, you can make do with the hair dryer provided by the cruise line. However, these hair dryers may not be the best quality, or they may be missing features that you rely on. The hair dryers provided by cruise lines are similar to ones you find in hotel rooms. The complementary hair dryers usually have a very short power cord and are not very powerful.

So, if you have long, thick hair or prefer your own hair dryer, you’ll want to make some room in your bag and bring your own. (You may also want to know whether your cruise ship provides shampoo and other key toiletries.)

You might wonder if there are any restrictions on the hair dryer you’re allowed to take.

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Although cruise ships have stringent rules regarding what you can and cannot take with you onto the ship ( no travel irons! ) to help avoid various potential cruise ship mishaps . Nevertheless, they do allow hair styling tools, including hair dryers. This is excellent news because it allows you to bring your own hair dryer if you have any concerns that the ones provided on the ship are insufficient. 

Although you can bring any hair dryer, most experience travelers will advise you to focus on a travel-size hair dryer. These hairdryers are not only lightweight and take up little space, but they also often have features that make them easier to use when traveling to foreign countries.

Our personal favorite hair dryer for travel is the Conair 1875 Watt Compact Dryer . It is lightweight and portable with a folding handle that makes it easy to pack in almost any suitcase.

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However, if you’re not planning on traveling too often, buying a travel-size hair dryer for one cruise might be a little excessive. Therefore, you are welcome to take your normal hair dryer on the cruise.

What Other Hair Styling Tools Can You Take On A Cruise?

Cruise ships are extremely strict about what tools you can take on the ship and what tools you aren’t allowed to take. For example, clothes irons and steaming irons are entirely off-limits and will be confiscated if you attempt to take these on board with you. 

These strict rules have to do with the safety of passengers and crew on board. A cruise ship has thousands of passengers and crew members on board simultaneously. If every passenger plugs a power-intensive tool, such as an iron, into the socket at once, the ship’s power supply would be overloaded, leading to a disaster. 

Fortunately, cruise ships allow hair styling tools, such as hair straighteners, hair curling tongs, and heated curlers. Therefore, you can bring these tools along on the ship if you wish to. Again, if you are planning to travel often, investing in travel-sized hair styling tools is advisable.

Although most cruise ships, such as Carnival, Princess, and Norwegian cruise lines, allow you to take hair styling tools onboard, it is always best to inquire about this before boarding. If the cruise ship does not allow the use of hair styling tools, they will likely confiscate them and give them back at the end of your trip.

Another problem many guests have when they go on a cruise is insufficient or inconveniently placed power outlets. This problem will only be intensified when you bring several hair styling tools. In addition, you might be concerned about the voltage of the socket and the compatibility with the tools you’re using. So, let’s look at how you can address those issues? 

Are Power Adapters Required For Hair Dryers On Cruise Ships?

Most cruise ships will have power sockets compatible with American and European plugs. However, if you require more plugs than are provided in your cabin, you can bring additional plugs. Otherwise, you will not need a power adapter for a hair dryer, as the power outlet on a cruise ship is the same as in a house (120V).

As for the number of outlets you will need, we consider travel power strips and/or outlet expanders to be a must-have cruise accessory . You will be much happier if you pack one in your luggage. Note that you should only take a power strip that does not have surge protection because of cruise ship restrictions . Check out our list of the best travel power strips to find ones suitable for cruise travel.

So, whether you have a short bob or long locks, there’s no need to worry about packing your hair dryer on your next cruise. With a little preparation and knowledge of what is – and isn’t – allowed in your luggage, you can relax by the pool, knowing that all of your beauty needs are taken care of. Packing for your next cruise just got a lot easier!

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Most cruise ships provide hair dryers in the rooms and are often found in the drawer of the vanity (desk) if you don’t see it in the washroom.

They typically aren’t found in the washroom of a basic stateroom because there’s often only one plug and it’s for a low-power item such as an electric razor.

The hairdryers provided are similar to ones found in a hotel room so many cruisers say they prefer to bring their own.

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On a Norwegian cruise, you travel from destination to remarkable destination - and only unpack once. That said, cruisers tend to pack twice as many clothes they need.

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Remember all of your tech stuff: tablets, chargers, cameras, spare memory cards, batteries and power converters

The current on board is 110 volts & 220V AC. However, some high-voltage hair dryers, electric rollers and electric razors may require a converter

Laundry & Dry Cleaning: For your convenience, we offer laundry and dry-cleaning services. Express, same-day service is also available. Just complete the order form in your stateroom and your stateroom steward will pick up your laundry and return it to you clean and folded. Please note that laundry is not self-service

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Corkage Fee is not applicable to guest with beverage package.

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What You Don’t Need to Pack for a Cruise

By Carrie with Children

Beach and Pool Towels

Packing for my family for trips isn’t always an easy task. From swimsuits to dining clothes, pajamas and everyday outfits, our suitcases can fill up pretty quickly.

We’ve cruised four times together as a family and I’m finally figuring out what we can leave at home when traveling. It’s made our suitcases lighter and, best of all – now there’s more room to bring home souvenirs!

Here’s a look at what you do *not* need to pack for your  Carnival cruise  –

This may be the item that takes up the most room in a suitcase. It is awkwardly shaped and not used a lot either, so leave it at home.

You’ll find a hair dryer built into the powder station drawer in your stateroom. And I’m happy to report that each hair dryer I’ve used onboard has been heavy duty and just as great as mine at home. Don’t worry about your hair, you will still look fabulous!

I always have the urge to bring along a computer, in case I get the urge to write while I’m sailing. However, having a computer completely defeats the point of being on vacation! Instead, I bring along a small notebook to jot down notes during the week. There are wi-fi capabilities onboard (for a fee) and if you need your online ‘fix’, stop by the Internet Cafe  to check in with your friends at home.

While we don’t typically use our stroller while we are on the ship, we have found it helpful to have an umbrella stroller on the days we are in port. There’s no need to bring one from home though, you can rent strollers on the ship at the kids camp .

For sailings 5-days or more, a stroller rental is $30. For 3-to-4 day sailings, it’s only $8 a day. Single strollers are available on all cruise ships ; and some ships even have double strollers available for rent. So, save your little one’s energy and let them ride in style while you are in port!

I laugh about it now, but when preparing for our first cruise – I packed snacks for the girls to last an entire week. Hello?! You’re on a cruise ship where most food is included, plus room service ! There is no need to bring snacks for the kiddos. My girls were thrilled with the menu items each day and our afternoon ritual included room service PB&Js with potato chips during ‘family rest time’.

Leave your big, fluffy towels at home and take advantage of the oversized, blue towels in your stateroom. When packing for our first cruise, I was so unsure about whether to bring my own towels. Don’t waste the space in your suitcase, because these towels are the perfect size for drying off after time in the pool and hot tub. You’ll be dry in no time!

You can use the towels on the ship and even while in port. Each evening, leave your blue towel out for your stateroom steward and you’ll have a fresh towel waiting for you upon your return. In addition to pool time, I love using my towel as a blanket to wrap up in during nightly Dive-In Movies on the Lido deck.

Don’t let the fear of packing stress you out. Before you know it, you’ll be sailing away without a care in the world. And you won’t even miss those items you chose to leave at home.

So, what are your tips for not overpacking? Are there things that you’d prefer to leave at home? Or are there things that you can’t leave home without when traveling? What travel item isn’t a necessity for your family?  I’d love to hear what works for you…

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10 Things You Should Not Pack for a Cruise

Maybe you’ve asked friends or researched and you already know what you plan to pack for a cruise. But do you also know what things not to pack for a cruise ?

Here are my suggestions for what you should definitely not pack for a cruise. In other words, leave these things at home so they’re not confiscated, lost or stolen. Or simply not needed.

What You Should Not to Pack for a Cruise

With safety at sea the number one priority, maritime rules and regulations are constantly updated. It’s not easy to know what you can and cannot bring onboard. Plus, aside from a safety standpoint, some items are best left at home.

1. Leave the Spirits at Home

Unless you want your booze confiscated at embarkation and held hostage or worse, discarded, do not bring the hard stuff on a cruise. Most mass-market and premium cruise lines rely on alcohol revenue for a large chunk of income.

It makes sense that BYOB isn’t widely accepted. Among the cruise lines that don’t allow you to bring spirits onboard at embarkation are Carnival, Celebrity, Holland America, Norwegian, Princess and Royal Caribbean.

One or two bottles of wine are permitted at embarkation on most ships but check the details with your cruise line.

READ MORE:  How to Bring Your Own Wine on a Cruise

2. Power Strips with Surge Protection

There was a time not too long ago that many of us advocated to pack a power strip that always had a built-in surge protector. With so many devices to charge, especially with two or more people in a stateroom, that was the only solution.

Since those days, power strips with surge protection are forbidden. Most cruise lines clearly state that if your stateroom attendant sees one of those in use in your room while you are away, the item could be confiscated til the end of the cruise. 

Again, this goes back to safety at sea. Fire is the number one disaster. New ships now have multiple electric sockets and USB ports. This eliminates your need to pack a multiple outlet power strip that has surge protection. 

But, rather than hope that your older ship’s stateroom has plenty of USB outlets and enough regular outlets, you may want to purchase something like one of these power strips. They have no surge protection and are allowed by the cruise lines. This is the one that I use onboard.

3. Decide on a Hair-Dryer. Or Not.

If you sport a wash-and-wear haircut, you’re in luck. All ships furnish some sort of electric hair-dryer in the stateroom. In addition, your stateroom’s hair dryer could an out-dated, wall-mounted or worse, a drawer-mounted dryer with a very short connecting cord.

Worse, the odd-shaped nozzle usually blows either burning hot or lukewarm air. Other ships’ hair-dryers may look like the one you have at home but the on/off button does not lock into place. You have to continually press one finger on the switch which makes styling and drying somewhat of a challenge.

If none of this matters to you, great! One less item to pack. But if you are concerned with styling your hair, bring your blow-dryer from home.

Travel-size blow-dryer recommended. This is the one I pack for cruises on older ships. Because it folds up, it doesn’t take up much space in my suitcase. Being really light-weight, helps to make self-assisted early walk-off easier, too.

4. Don’t Pack a Flat Iron or Curling Iron

Keep in mind that this is a decision that can vary from cruise line to cruise line and ship to ship. Sure, you can bring your heated hair appliance if you want or need it. Just keep in mind that some cruise lines or specific ships have recently added these to the list of forbidden items that could be confiscated if found.

5. No Coffee Maker Machines

Even though several cruise lines like Cunard and Norwegian have coffee makers in the staterooms, that doesn’t mean it’s ok to bring your own. I don’t understand the logic, but rules are rules. If your stateroom attendant spots even something like a water boiler in your room, it’ll be taken away until you leave the ship.

6. Irons and Clothes Steamers 

Back in the “old” days of cruising, it was perfectly acceptable to bring a clothes iron or a steamer into your suitcase. Luckily, safety standards have improved and it’s now forbidden to use an iron in your stateroom. It’s easy to forget to unplug or leave a hot iron on a flammable surface.

Fire is something that you do not want to happen at sea. If your clothes are wrinkled from packing, it’s only a few dollars to have the ship’s laundry press your clothes.

Some cruise lines (Cunard, Holland America and Carnival, for example) have self-service laundry facilities complete with washer, dryer, iron and ironing board.

7. Leave Your Good Jewelry at Home

Whether cruising the Caribbean, Mediterranean or anywhere in the world, there’s no reason to risk losing treasured jewelry to a grab and run street crime or simple carelessness on your part.

While every major cruise line provides a safe in each stateroom, it’s best to leave the “good stuff” at home. If you absolutely must bling at the Captain’s Dinner, shop for a few shiny pieces of the faux stuff before you leave home.

8. Don’t Bring Brand New Shoes!

There’s almost nothing worse than sore, blistered feet when you have a lot of walking to do. And in some ports, especially Alaska and in Europe, walking tours or hiking is expected.

Even brand new sneakers need a breaking-in period. Sandals, too. If you absolutely must bring a shiny pair of new shoes on your cruise, be sure to pack an assortment of band-aids. 

Or wear them around your home before the cruise. If you get any scrapes or blisters, you’ll be happy to have band-aids with you.

9. Ditch the Skin-Tight Jeans

Have you heard about the legendary five-pound weight gain? It doesn’t matter if this is your first or fiftieth cruise, chances are you will gain a few shipboard pounds. Luckily most of it will be water weight gain because of the over-use of salt in the ship’s foods.

There’s nothing more disheartening than looking at the clothes you’ve packed, which fit perfectly a week before the cruise, suddenly leave you gasping for air. Allow for a little “wiggle” room and leave your tightest jeans at home.

They may look great for a night on the town back home, but by day four or five of your cruise, you may wish that you had brought the ones with a scoosh more room. 

10. Leave the Excess at Home If Choosing Early Walk-Off

All cruise lines offer “early walk-off.” This is perfect for guests who live near the port, have to be at work that day or want an early start for a long-distance drive home.

If you choose the 7AM early walk-off, there will be no one to help you with your luggage. It’s easy to forget how heavy your luggage is if it was checked at the pier for boarding and delivered to your stateroom.

If you plan to participate in the early walk-off option, be sure to pack lighter than if you were going to set your luggage in the corridor by midnight to be off-loaded by the crew.

Final Thoughts

If you need confirmation of what and what not to pack that is not allowed by the cruise line, check the fine print on their website.

Leave the excess at home. Here’s what I suggest. Go ahead and pack what you think you’ll need. 

Survey the situation (try to lift your suitcase and/or weigh it). Then, unpack and eliminate at least 1/3 of what you’ve got. Finally, repack. Do this one or two days before your cruise. You’ll thank me later.

Remember, don’t get bogged down with luggage that’s way too heavy. Keep the 35 year-old single malt Scotch at home rather than lose it to the security guard. No one should have to worry about lost heirloom jewelry or wish that they brought clothes that were more for comfort than the catwalk.

Remember to start organizing early. You might want to check out what I always pack for a cruise .  Happy travels!

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Hi Dolores, Thank you for your question. I’m not able to give out legal advice. I would suggest contacting the cruise line, the U.S. Embassy or Passport service.

When I worked at immigration/check-in at Royal Caribbean years ago (I wanted to learn the process) a child that fits your description (parents have different last names and the child has that dad’s surname), in order to board, the traveling parent needed a notarized letter from the other parent that the traveling parent had the right to take the child on the cruise. This of course was to avoid what would amount to kidnapping.

That’s what needed to be done 15 years ago. From my experience, it’s leaving the country (USA) not the entering of the other country that required the notarized letter.

Also, did you go onto the U.S. Passport site? I’m pretty sure it explains how to do what you need to do. Again, I am not able to give out legal advice on any matter. I’m only retelling what I experienced years ago.

Good luck, it’s definitely do-able and I think you’ll still need a notarized letter from your ex to allow you to travel with your child.

I hope everything works out fine and you two can enjoy your cruise.

What is the rule regarding a child under 16 traveling on closed loop cruise from Miami to Nassau on a MSC line when the parents are divorced and child has surname of father and mother has her maiden name? I can’t find an answer on what Nassau’s rule might be but did find some ports require just a birth certificate for the child and some countries also . want a letter from the divorced parent for their permission to go on the cruise . Any info on this topic would be very much appreciated. If you can give me a contact in Nassau that can answer the question I can save you the trouble of researching it. Thanks again.

Hi Warren, Thank you for reading the article and taking the time to write. In your case, there’s no other choice. The article was directed more towards a general overview of what not to bring. Hopefully newer ships will be able to accommodate your CPAP machine a little easier with more outlets next to the bed. Happy sailing!

With regards to the extension cord. I sleep with a CPAP machine and the receptacle is rarely close enough to the night stand to plug the machine in. Therefore, I do need to have an extension cord with me.

Hi Gloria, Just about every ship has singles/solo meet and greet events. Check the daily planner for time and place. Sherry

Why dont they have a singles club where

travelers can locate others to share a room and sabe . maybe even find new friends ?

On the other hand, booking a night at a local hotel affords one a chance to eat a leisurely breakfast and latte, and enjoy one last morning aboard…perhaps take one last dip or grab that last-minute souvenir before leaving?

Hi Meagan, thank you very much. Early walk-off is terrific and avoids the usual debarkation crush. Happy travels. Sherry

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Does Each Room on a Cruise Ship Have Its Own Bathroom?

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Cruise ships provide a luxurious and memorable vacation experience. One of the primary amenities offered is the availability of private bathrooms in each stateroom.

This feature adds to the comfort and privacy of travelers, allowing them to enjoy a hassle-free vacation. So, does each room on a cruise ship have its own bathroom?

The answer is yes! Most cruise ships provide private bathrooms in each stateroom, regardless of the size or category.

The size and amenities may vary depending on the type of room you book, but all rooms will have their own bathroom facilities. For example, interior staterooms will typically have a small shower and sink, while suites may include Jacuzzi tubs and even bidets.

Cruise ship bathrooms are typically well-maintained and stocked with toiletries such as toilet paper, towels, shampoo, conditioner, soap and other items. They also offer additional features such as hair dryers, magnifying mirrors and even heated floors in some cases.

In addition to private bathrooms in each room, cruise ships also offer public restrooms for use by passengers during their voyage. These public restrooms are typically located throughout the ship and are accessible from both inside and outside cabins. The public restrooms are usually well-stocked with hand soap, paper towels or air dryers for use by passengers.

Cruise ships are designed to provide travelers with an enjoyable vacation experience that they won’t soon forget. The availability of a private bathroom in each room is just one more way that these vessels ensure that guests remain comfortable throughout their stay.

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Hair dryer question

By Falconrunner26 , June 27, 2021 in Viking Ocean

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Does anyone know if a Dyson Airwrap hair dryer will work on the Vicking Ocean ships?  Are personal hair dryers allowed?  Any help or suggestions are appreciated!

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I'm unsure what an Airwrap hair dryer is, but I did find this.  It indicates curling irons are OK:

https://docs.vikingcruises.com/pdf/20190826-Prohibited-Item-List.pdf

Hope this helps!

2 hours ago, Falconrunner26 said: Does anyone know if a Dyson Airwrap hair dryer will work on the Vicking Ocean ships?  Are personal hair dryers allowed?  Any help or suggestions are appreciated!

With the exception of curling irons, all heat producing electrical appliances are prohibited. Viking provides each cabin with a hair dryer, so no need to bring personal ones.

Viking provides fantastic hair dryers.  I keep forgetting to get a model number on them to buy one myself.

If anyone could let us know what model hair dryer is on Viking ships, that would be helpful. I use a diffuser, and I’d need to bring one that fits their dryers.

16 hours ago, Twitchly said: If anyone could let us know what model hair dryer is on Viking ships, that would be helpful. I use a diffuser, and I’d need to bring one that fits their dryers.

Just saw on the Cabin thread  a post with a  link;  it had a picture of the hair dryer. It is a Braun . 

Thanks everyone.  Your answers are a great help!!

On 2 Viking cruises I was able to take a small travel hairdryer with a diffuser and my Chi hair iron.  I expected to have them taken away at check-in, but they weren't.

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On 6/27/2021 at 3:39 PM, Falconrunner26 said: Does anyone know if a Dyson Airwrap hair dryer will work on the Vicking Ocean ships?  Are personal hair dryers allowed?  Any help or suggestions are appreciated!

When is your cruise?  I also have the Airwrap and was planning on taking it for our cruise in October.  I have gotten so used to using it, I don't use anything else.  It might be able to pass as a hair curler, which it is.

On 6/27/2021 at 6:39 PM, Falconrunner26 said: Does anyone know if a Dyson Airwrap hair dryer will work on the Vicking Ocean ships?  Are personal hair dryers allowed?  Any help or suggestions are appreciated!

In other threads on other forums discussing the electrical systems on cruise ships, I have had anecdotal comments both that the Dyson products do or do not work on shipboard systems.  I reached out to Dyson, and never received a response.  I don't know enough about their digital motor technology to say one way or the other whether a Dyson product will work with a "floating ground" system.  The Dyson line is the only one, however, that I've seen mentioned as not working onboard, yet works before and after a cruise.

8 hours ago, chengkp75 said: In other threads on other forums discussing the electrical systems on cruise ships, I have had anecdotal comments both that the Dyson products do or do not work on shipboard systems.  I reached out to Dyson, and never received a response.  I don't know enough about their digital motor technology to say one way or the other whether a Dyson product will work with a "floating ground" system.  The Dyson line is the only one, however, that I've seen mentioned as not working onboard, yet works before and after a cruise.

Thanks Chief - haven't heard of that issue before, good to know.

Aren’t those Dyson “ball vacuums” I saw the cabin stewards dragging around on the Sun?

49 minutes ago, Tom.in.nc said: Aren’t those Dyson “ball vacuums” I saw the cabin stewards dragging around on the Sun? Ton

If they are, they are 220v, so the whole "floating ground" thing is different for them, and all the ship's 220v appliances.

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On the two ocean cruises I’ve experienced on Viking ships the hair dryer can’t be plugged in in the bathroom.  It can be plugged in near the desk with the lighted mirror.

11 hours ago, Gibsontravels said: On the two ocean cruises I’ve experienced on Viking ships the hair dryer can’t be plugged in in the bathroom.  It can be plugged in near the desk with the lighted mirror.

Yes, the bathroom outlets are current limited, rather than GFCI protected, since they are in a "wet location", and this limits them to about 2-3 watts maximum, much less than a hair dryer.  Razors and toothbrushes only.

5 hours ago, chengkp75 said: Yes, the bathroom outlets are current limited, rather than GFCI protected, since they are in a "wet location", and this limits them to about 2-3 watts maximum, much less than a hair dryer.  Razors and toothbrushes only.

Thanks - I think you answered another question I had - can I plug a water pik in the outlet in the bathroom?

25 minutes ago, JeriGail said: Thanks - I think you answered another question I had - can I plug a water pik in the outlet in the bathroom?

I googled the power usage of a waterpik, and it says they are 12-14 watts.  The shaver outlets are fuse limited to 20 watts at 120v, (I was off by a decimal earlier, before my coffee) so you may be okay.  Check the amperage (must be less than 0.2) or wattage of your unit.  A battery one for travel may be a good idea.

My waterpik worked just fine plugged into the bathroom outlet.

1 hour ago, chengkp75 said: I googled the power usage of a waterpik, and it says they are 12-14 watts.  The shaver outlets are fuse limited to 20 watts at 120v, (I was off by a decimal earlier, before my coffee) so you may be okay.  Check the amperage (must be less than 0.2) or wattage of your unit.  A battery one for travel may be a good idea.

Mine is 14 watts, but I forgot how big it is, even if it is a travel size, so I may look at a battery operated unit.  Thanks for the info!

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On 6/27/2021 at 7:42 PM, Twitchly said: If anyone could let us know what model hair dryer is on Viking ships, that would be helpful. I use a diffuser, and I’d need to bring one that fits their dryers.

Some duct tape could work as an adapter.  The handyman's secret weapon.

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