The right clothing can make a big difference in the enjoyment of your cruise. First and foremost, dress for comfort. Daily life aboard ship and in ports of call is laid-back and casual. We encourage you to wear whatever makes you feel most comfortable: sportswear, shorts, slacks, sundresses and so on. Finally, if you'd like to jog on deck or work out in the fitness center, bring workout gear.
When going ashore, please be mindful of the local
customs. Modest dress is usually the most appropriate. Be aware that
wearing shorts, slacks for women, or sleeveless shirts may be considered
inappropriate wear for entering many religious sites, so do not be
offended if you are asked to cover up, or even prohibited from entering
such sites due to your dress.
Warmer temperatures call for clothing made of
lightweight, breathable fabrics. You also may wish to bring two or three
outfits for the water, since you'll be spending so much time in and around
it.
For cooler temperatures we suggest casual clothes that
can be layered easily. On some days you may need a raincoat and waterproof
hat or umbrella. Light gloves are a good idea as well. Footwear should
include comfortable walking shoes for visits ashore and sandals or
rubber-soled shoes for strolling on deck. Bring a swimsuit – for the
ships’ pools and Jacuzzis.
Evening dress falls
into three separate categories: elegantly casual, informal and formal.
Each night, a daily program will be delivered to your stateroom announcing
the suggested dress for the following evening.
Comfortable, relaxed clothing is fine for evenings designated as elegantly
casual; however, t-shirts, jeans and shorts are not allowed in the dining
room or public areas. During informal nights, dresses or pantsuits for
women and lightweight jackets (tie optional) for men are the norm. And on
festive formal evenings, women usually wear cocktail dresses or gowns and
men usually wear business suits or tuxedos (Gentlemen: Though business
suits or tuxedos are suggested attire for formal evenings, they are
certainly not required. You are welcome to wear a jacket and tie on formal
nights.) There are approximately two formal nights per week. In order to
complement your fellow guests, please you observe the suggested dress code
throughout the entire evening.
Electric Appliances: All staterooms on ships that visit the US are
equipped with standard 110 AC outlets. If your shaver operates on standard
110 AC, by all means bring it (guests with pre- or post-cruise hotel
packages may want to bring converters and/or adapters for their hotel
stay). You may wish to bring a clock and an extension cord. Hairdryers are
available in some staterooms. Carefully read your brochure for details
before packing.
Most cruise lines do not allow you to iron clothing in
your stateroom. Irons are an extreme fire hazard on board ships, for your
safety and the safety of others, please adhere to this policy. Ironing
facilities may be available in designated areas for your convenience.
Pets
With the exception of qualified service animals for guests with
disabilities, animals or pets are not allowed on board cruise ships. If
you plan to bring a service animal on your cruise, you must provide health
certificate documentation for the animal. Please talk to your travel agent
about this requirement.
Most cruise ships have medical facilities, physicians
and nurses on board. The limited pharmacy stocks only USDA-approved
medications. These facilities are very limited equipped to deal with minor
illness and medical emergencies only.
