What Items Can You Bring On A Carnival Cruise?

Carnival Cruise Line offers a comprehensive packing list for a 7-day cruise, covering essential items such as clothing, shoes, and sunscreen. The cruise line conducts security scanning of all luggage and reserves the right to confiscate any item deemed dangerous or posing a risk to the vessel. Activities-appropriate clothing and shoes are recommended, and cruise cabins come with generic shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotion.

For longer cruises, the number of tops, dresses, and underwear can be adjusted. Carnival-specific must-haves include identification, documentation, and sports equipment. The cruise line also provides a list of essential items to pack, including food restrictions, sports equipment, and water shoes.

While in port, a small quantity of non-alcoholic beverages (e.g., sparkling water, sodas, juice, and milk) packaged in cans or cartons may be brought on board. Swim cover-ups, water shoes, bathing suits, sun hats, sunglasses, beach bags, and SPF are also essential.

Activity-appropriate clothing and shoes are recommended, along with a back pack or beach tote, sunscreen and after-sun lotion, and own toiletries. Hard liquor, beer, or plasticglass bottled beverages are not allowed on board. A small toiletry bag packed with pain relievers, cough drops, allergy medicine, adhesive bandages, antacids, antiseptic wipes, and antibacterial handwash is also recommended.

Can I bring a 12 pack of soda on a Carnival cruise?

While in port, a small quantity of non-alcoholic beverages (i.e., sparkling water, sodas, juice) packaged in cans or cartons may be brought on board. A small quantity is considered a maximum of 12 sealed, unopened cans/cartons of 12-ounces/354-ml each or less per person.

Proper travel documentation is required at embarkation and throughout the cruise. Even though a guest has completed registration using Online Check-in, it is still the responsibility of the guest to present the required travel documents at the time of embarkation. Guests should check with their travel agent and/or government authority to determine the travel documents necessary for each port of call. Any guest without proper documents will not be allowed to board the vessel and no refund of the cruise fare will be issued. Carnival assumes no responsibility for advising guests of proper travel documentation.

Except where it is a mandatory requirement, Carnival highly recommends that all guests travel with a passport book. The passport book must be valid for at least six months beyond the completion of travel. This will enhance the debarkation experience as delays may be expected upon return to the United States for those without one. Additionally, this will enable guests to fly from the United States to meet their ship at a foreign port should they miss their scheduled port of embarkation and allow guests who must disembark the ship before their cruise ends, due to an emergency, to fly back to the United States without significant delays and complications.

For cruises that begin and end in the same U.S port, the following WHTI-compliant documents are acceptable for cruise travel. Please note that if the cruise visits Colombia or Greenland, a passport book(valid for at least six months beyond the completion of travel) is required. A passport card with the same validity is also acceptable for cruises to Colombia.

Can you bring unopened snacks on a Carnival cruise?

• Aerosol containing personal grooming products are allowed
• Personal grooming devices such as hair dryers, flat irons, curling irons, shavers, and other electrical devices, such as fans (no larger than 12″ in diameter), power strips, multi plug box outlets/adaptors, and extension cords (without surge protectors) are allowed when used with proper caution. However, if such devices are determined to pose a hazard, they will be removed and returned on debarkation morning.
• Electronics such as laptops, cameras, cellular phones, etc. are allowed on board when used with proper caution. Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphones must be turned off and disconnected from any charging equipment while on board.
• Medical gas bottles/oxygen cylinders are allowed in connection with a certified medical condition but cannot be packed in baggage. Oxygen cylinders must be delivered to guest services and stored in a designated safe area.
• If you use a CPAP machine, please note you will need to pack your machine with your carry-on luggage. Should you wish to bring your own distilled water with you to use with your CPAP machine, it must be hand carried along with your CPAP machine. For your convenience, distilled water is sold on board by contacting Room Service.
• Coolers: Small, personal-sized coolers no larger than 12″ x 12″ x 12″ for the purpose of housing small quantities of non-alcoholic beverages and/or medications are permitted as carry-on luggage.
• Pets/Live Animals: Only qualified service animals once approved by Guest Access Services at time of booking. Assistance dogs also required approval from the Department of Agriculture, Fishery and Forestry and will only be authorised on Australian cruises.
• Flowers and Plants: Only permitted on board if ordered through Carnival’s Fun Shops or delivered by a florist in the port of embarkation but are not permitted to be taken off the ship in Australia or Ports of call.
• Musical Instruments: We will allow musical instruments on board, however, if a noise complaint is received, the instrument will be confiscated by shipboard security and returned to the guest on the morning of debarkation.
• Guests must use earphones when listening to music or watching shows/movies on personal devices in public spaces. Bluetooth, portable and wireless speakers are only permitted within your stateroom and must be used respectfully and at reasonable sound levels and times of day. Carnival reserves the right to amend this policy for the comfort and enjoyment of our guests. Please check your pre-cruise notifications for your specific cruise. Large speakers/radios are always prohibited on board and will be confiscated.
• Ham Radios/Amateur Radio Equipment: Permitted to be used on board after inspection and only if they do not pose a safety risk.
• Google Glasses are permitted on board in public areas but cannot be worn at any gangway operation.
• Wrapped Gifts: Guests may bring wrapped gifts on board
• however, due to heightened security, the gift may have to be unwrapped, upon request.
• Digital Cameras/Camcorders, DVDs/VCRs, USB sticks, iPods, Nintendo/X—Box Play Units cannot be used with the TV in the guest’s stateroom or suite as the connection ports are disabled.
• Food Items must be pre-packaged and unopened
• homemade items or pre-cooked foods will not be permitted on board. Limitations on permitted food items are directly related to concerns for food safety and contamination prevention. We are unable to provide food preparation, refrigeration or storage for personal food or beverage items.

The following items may be brought on board but can only be used off the ship, for port use only. All items must be stored in the guest’s stateroom.

• Snorkel gear
• Skateboards
• Golf clubs
• Fishing rods for tag and release only
• Tennis rackets
• Kites
• Roller blades or skates
• Collapsible wagon. For the safety of our guests, the wagon cannot be rolled onto/off the ship during embarkation and debarkation and cannot be rolled off/onto the ship while in port.
• Metal detectors
• Boogie Boards (max. 42 inches/106cm in length)
• Beach chair
• Beach tent
• Umbrella
• Floatation Devices: For the comfort of all our guests, rafts, tubes and floatation devices other than those used as life preservers (water wings) cannot be used in the swimming pools on board.

How to get free drinks on Carnival?

The onboard casino action can get intense, but here’s the deal: we’ve got a plan to make sure it always stays refreshing. With Drinks On Us!, once you earn enough casino points, the cocktails, beer and wine — as well as sodas and other nonalcoholic drinks — they’re all on us, the whole time you’re playing. And what’s more, on Carnival you earn free drinks twice as fast as on any other cruise line… plus you’ll always have full access to our casino bar menu. (See a casino host for details once you’re aboard.)

Note: Some state laws won’t allow us to serve Drinks On Us! until we’ve reached international waters. (This includes, but isn’t limited to, Texas and New York.)

Can you bring a 24 pack of water on Carnival cruise?

Carnival Cruise Line: Carnival has one of the loosest beverage policies of all cruise lines, allowing each guest to carry on a maximum of 12 sealed 12 oz. cans or cartons of a non-alcoholic beverage (e.g., sodas, juices, milk, or sparkling water) – a policy that most cruise lines have eliminated.

Beverage policies vary among cruise lines and may change without notice.

Carnival Cruise Line:Carnival has one of the loosest beverage policies of all cruise lines, allowing each guest to carry on a maximum of 12 sealed 12 oz. cans or cartons of a non-alcoholic beverage (e.g., sodas, juices, milk, or sparkling water) – a policy that most cruise lines have eliminated. Also, each adult (21+) guest may carry on one 750 mL bottle of wine or champagne. A $15 corkage fee will apply at bars, dining rooms, and specialty restaurants.

Disney Cruise Line:Disney is unique in that it allows each adult guest to bring two 750 mL bottles of wine or champagneora six-pack of 12 oz beers onboard. A $25 corkage fee applies. While Disney’s website does not clarify its policy about bringing onboard items like soda, soda is available free of charge at select locations onboard as well as in the dining rooms.

Do cruise ships check your carry-on bags?

Just like the security screening at an airport, we also screen all luggage our guests bring onboard to ensure everyone’s safety. If there is an item in your luggage that is prohibited or is believed to be prohibited, your bag will be taken to a screening location and will be inspected by our Security Team onboard.The screening process is conducted under supervision andwe’ll ensure the correct procedures are being followed while adhering toany Healthy Sail Panel recommended procedures.

Once the inspection process is finished, if your item must be confiscated, our staff will provide you with a Prohibited Items Receipt so you can retrieve your item on debarkation day.You’ll be able to retrieve your item from a designated area before departing us. The pick-up area varies by port, so we’ll be sure to keep you informed.Please make sure to have the receipt provided to you on day one to claim your item.

Why do I need a lanyard on a cruise?

You know all those of those lanyards you get at conventions and meetings that you don’t know what to do with? Bring one on your cruise! Even if you don’t have a lanyard at home, they sell them on board in the gift shop. Everything from sporty ones to blingy ones. It’s useful for carrying your Sail&Sign card when you’re walking around the ship. We brought a hole punch for ours, but after cruising I discovered it would be better to have a lanyard with one of those clear plastic pouches so that way you can add your driver’s license too for ID when getting on and off the ship in ports.

There are no 3 ounce liquid restrictions on a cruise like there are when flying (though, if you’re flying in for your cruise, you’ll have to put these in your checked luggage). While this tip might just be for the ladies, I have to say, the one thing I wish I had more of was extra hair conditioner. The ocean wind, sun, and salt water all take a toll on long locks, so I ran out of my 3 ounce conditioner on the third day. They do have some sundries in the gift shop (including conditioner) if you forget anything at home. But they’re typically priced at a premium since you’re at sea ($5 for White Rain, $14 for Pantene) and not a deal like the items you find in the Duty Free shop.

In the Marketplace on board the ship you’ll find a filtered water machine as well as a coffee, tea, and hot chocolate available 24 hours a day to keep you hydrated and caffeinated. Bring your own water bottle and travel coffee mug to take advantage of the unlimited refills and to make it easy to walk around the ship without spilling your beverage. If you forget your coffee mug, don’t worry, they have a coffee shop on board with specialty coffees too. Be sure to get their coffee card to get a stamp with each purchase toward a free beverage.

Can I bring a refillable water bottle on a Carnival cruise?

Free Lemonade & Iced Tea (and water too!) – One of the things I remember wondering before my first cruise was if I there was any complimentary beverages other than water. The good news is there is! Lemonade and Iced Tea flow freely on the Lido Deck and in the dining rooms. If you’re feeling extra fancy you can mix both the lemonade and iced tea to make an Arnold Palmer (Please tell me I’m not the only one who does this!). Of course, water is available too— and it’s perfectly safe to drink. Bring a refillable water bottle to save on trips to the Lido Deck.

Lunch in the dining room – Most cruisers rush to the Lido Deck for a buffet lunch on embarkation day, but a little known fact is the dining room is also open during lunchtime. When we choose this option, there is usually only a handful of guests dining with us. The best part? Never having to wait for a table.

TheChef’s Table – On select cruise ships there is an option for dinner at The Chef’s Table. Now, I haven’t had the chance to attend this VIP experience, but it’s on my list for a future cruise. The dinner starts with a tour of the galley followed by cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, and then a multi-course feast, prepared by a master chef. The menu is also unique to the experience. I think this would make a fantastic evening to celebrate a special occasion.

Can you bring water bottles on a cruise?

Guests may also bring non-alcoholic beverages as carry-on items on boarding day. Non-alcoholic beverages may not exceed 12 standard (17 oz.) cans, bottles or cartons per stateroom. Milk and distilled water brought on for infant, medical, or dietary use are permitted.

Can I bring a bag of chips on a Carnival cruise?

I’ve never had an issue with packaged snacks (unopened or opened). The main restriction is taking them off in port, not in bringing them on to the ship.

Due to concerns for food safety and contamination prevention, any food items brought on board must be pre-packaged and unopened. Homemade items or pre-cooked foods are not allowed. We are unable to provide food preparation, refrigeration or storage for personal food or beverage items ;

Can you get free water on Carnival?

Please note: The following beverages are included in the price of your cruise and are served in the main dining room and 24/7 in the Lido Restaurant: non-bottled water, lemonade, iced tea, hot chocolate and non-specialty coffee and tea.

Can you bring a backpack on Carnival Cruise?

On the first day of your cruise, it may take a few hours for your luggage to be delivered to your stateroom, but you don’t have to wait to have fun. Stuff a carry-on backpack with essentials like your cell phone, wallet, bathing suit and sunglasses, and start swimming, sunning or exploring your ship immediately. When it’s time for shore excursions, pack this handy tote with everything you’ll need for the day and save space for a few souvenirs you’ll pick up along the way.

Chances are, you’ll enjoy every day of your cruise in perfect health, but it’s good to be prepared for small ailments that might pop up like a scratchy throat, a headache or a blister. Bring along a small toiletry bag packed with pain relievers, cough drops, allergy medicine, adhesive bandages, antacids, antiseptic wipes, antibacterial hand gel and seasickness remedies like pills, wrist bands, skin patches or ginger chews.

A few protective items keep cruisers comfortable on board the ship and on land. To guard against harmful UVA and UVB rays, pack sunglasses with UV lenses, sunscreen with an SPF factor of 30 or more and a brimmed hat.