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Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:26 am to CAD703X
Smuggling Crackdown: Major lines, including Carnival Cruise Line, are strictly enforcing bans on bringing liquor on board, with penalties including permanent bans from future sailing.
Alcohol Purchases: Alcohol bought at ports of call is typically held by security and returned on the last day of the cruise
Is alcohol not included or limited on these cruises ?
If I'm stuck on a boat my BAC ain't getting below the legal level
Alcohol Purchases: Alcohol bought at ports of call is typically held by security and returned on the last day of the cruise
Is alcohol not included or limited on these cruises ?
If I'm stuck on a boat my BAC ain't getting below the legal level
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:30 am to The Torch
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Is alcohol not included or limited on these cruises ?
The alcohol restrictions are put in place because they want you to buy alcohol from them.
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:30 am to Salmon
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I've never done a cruise, had zero desire to do one, but my wife really wants to do one of the Viking River cruises in Europe
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by Salmon
Alaskan cruises provide many opportunities to see how your namesake fish are raised and harvested, so you’re missing out, but the Norwegian snobs claim their salmon is the best.
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:30 am to The Torch
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Is alcohol not included or limited on these cruises ?
Most cruises offer a drink package.
I’m going on Virgin and they don’t do unlimited.
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:31 am to LNCHBOX
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Cruising is a lot of fun
Can you be specific?
What are the fun things that can only be done on a cruise?
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:33 am to CAD703X
I try think even Carnival is taking steps to deal with the “weave-pulling fights” mentioned in the OP. Wasn’t there a story jsit last year that they have put in place new rules to deal with certain “problematic” passengers?
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behavior.New Rules & Policies Effective Mid-2025Teen Curfew: Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult (21+) in public areas after 1:00 a.m..Fan Ban: Foldable "clack" fans are banned in nightclubs and indoor dance floors, though battery-operated fans are still allowed.Pool Chair Policy: Items left unattended on pool chairs for more than 40 minutes may be removed by staff.Disruptive Behavior: Disruptive guests can be removed from the ship without a refund and fined up to $5,000.Solo Cruiser Age Requirement: Solo travelers must be at least 21, and those aged 18–20 must be booked with a guardian.Boarding Requirements: Mandatory online check-in must be completed by midnight before sailing.Prohibited Items & Noise: Portable/Bluetooth speakers are banned; passengers must use headphones in public spaces.Security Enforcement: Enhanced security, including drug-sniffing dogs, is actively used, and smuggled alcohol will be confiscated with potential denial of boarding.Important RemindersMusic Policies: While some social media reported a ban on specific music genres, these appear to be rumors based on general noise complaints; however, Carnival is focusing on a more "controlled" environment.Smoking/Vaping: Violating smoking policies can result in fines up to $500.
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Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:35 am to forkedintheroad
Think of a huge resort hotel with gyms, pools, clubs, etc., that allows you to visit a different city every time you make a port of call. So you party all night, wake up and see...St. Tropez. Then you party all night and wake up and see...um, Monte Carlo. Then you party all night and wake up to see...Rome, maybe?
It has its own charm, without a doubt, for people who like that.
It has its own charm, without a doubt, for people who like that.
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:35 am to forkedintheroad
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What are the fun things that can only be done on a cruise?
Why must certain things only be available on a cruise to justify going on one? This board’s obsession with denigrating cruises is odd.
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:38 am to Mo Jeaux
The European river cruises are tiny and very nice. No Walmart people
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:39 am to forkedintheroad
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What are the fun things that can only be done on a cruise?
We do a cruise every other year. We’ve also done all inclusive resorts a good deal as well. Both are very similar in that basically everything expect souvenirs are already paid for and also include entertainment, excursions, and activities. The difference is with a cruise is you also have the opportunity to visit different places.
Personally, my favorite part of a cruise is going to the quieter adults-only pool section (known as “Serenity” on the Carnival Line), find a shaded lounger, and spend the day immersed in a good history book while enjoying drinks and the occasional dip on the pool.
This post was edited on 5/11/26 at 7:40 am
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:40 am to CAD703X
I've never been on a cruise but i think i would only do silver seas or something similar. Being crammed in with thousands of people on a ship isn't my idea of fun
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:40 am to Jimbeaux
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There are a lot of “normal” people who absolutely love cruises
I work with a couple very high income employees that love going on a cruise. They plan to take 2/year as vacations. I relate it to the casino crowd. They go on 1-2 initially and start getting comps in the mail and that becomes just what they do.
The wife and I have been on one cruise. We had a good time and it was a fun trip, but sort of a one time deal for the experience. At the end of the day, it wasn’t really a ‘cheap’ trip like it should’ve been. I don’t get cruise people, but to each their own. I’d rather do that than go to Pensacola every year and bake in the sand.
This post was edited on 5/11/26 at 7:42 am
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:41 am to ColdDuck
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The European river cruises are tiny and very nice. No Walmart people
Flying to Europe can’t be done via Frontier.
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:41 am to CAD703X
I honestly don't know how it survived COVID.
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:42 am to CAD703X
There are people who will always go on those adult only swinger cruises.
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:43 am to udtiger
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Spirit" level lines will take a hit (their clientele tends to be maskers).
Upper end lines will be okay.
I booked an Alaska cruise on one of the upper end cruise lines. Alaska was every bit worth it. Definitely a bucket list item and I would do it again, just not on one of those big boats. Being herded like cattle and being on the ship with that many people is a non starter for me.
I would be willing to try a river cruise on one of the nicer lines. My brother just did one in France and was very impressed.
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:47 am to StTiger
I have a feeling corporate America is not going to be as cooperative with the Democrats and other busy body totalitarians this time around. After causing themselves tens of billions in losses during the Chinese Flu farce, just to find out what we all knew from the beginning - that it was a sham, I doubt they're going to slit their own throats as readily.
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:48 am to CAD703X
I'm sure the opposite, sorry to disappoint you.
As Americans continue to get fatter and more sedentary, cruises will continue to be a primary way for people to vacation - because it's EASY.
I'm done with cruises for now. Did them as a family when the kids were younger. Will probably do it again when we have grandkids.
That said, I've always had a blast on cruises - because I do that where ever I go.
As Americans continue to get fatter and more sedentary, cruises will continue to be a primary way for people to vacation - because it's EASY.
I'm done with cruises for now. Did them as a family when the kids were younger. Will probably do it again when we have grandkids.
That said, I've always had a blast on cruises - because I do that where ever I go.
Posted on 5/11/26 at 7:52 am to The Torch
quote:Do restaurants let you bring your own bottle of wine from home? (ETA: poor example, but the ones that do allow this usually charge a corking fee. So they’re still profiting off someone who brings their own bottle)
Is alcohol not included or limited on these cruises ?
The cruise lines want you to buy your alcohol and drink packages from them. They don’t make any money if passengers BYOB.
This post was edited on 5/11/26 at 8:55 am
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