Do the cruise lines check your luggage in the same way an airport would?
blahdeblah asked:
Can I bring my own bottled water to take with me off the ship? Are there any luggage restrictions I should know about?
Can I bring my own bottled water to take with me off the ship? Are there any luggage restrictions I should know about?
Yes, here in USA we are very careful now. Because we have to protect ourselves and other countries too. That is the reason other countries call on us for help.
Yes the cruise lines do have a scanner to check all luggage, both checked and carry ons.
Yes you can bring your own bottled water, and soft drinks if you want. I regularly take a six-pack of water and soft drinks on in my carry-on bag.; whenever we drive to the port, or have a night in a hotel before boarding so I can get it from a convenience store. They do sell bottled water on ship and usually have it available at the gangway as you get off in port stops. But I do like to have a few bottles for my cabin.
Your luggage restrictions will be dictated mostly by the airline that takes you to the port city, two bags and a carry-on, plus your personal item (handbag). BUT, the storage space in cabins, unless you have a suite, is very limited and luggage is generally stored under the bed. So use soft sided luggage and not more than a couple pieces, plus a carry-on. In addition, when its time to leave the ship they will require you to place your luggage outside your room by about 2:00AM the last night of the cruise so that they can get it ready for unloading. So you will need to keep a small bag to take your toiletries and sleeping clothes off the ship in. So do include a carry-on for that.
No problem with bringing on bottled water if it is packed in your suitcase. You will not be allowed to just carry on a case of bottled water.
Naturally, no weapons, no drugs are allowed.
Your suitcase and carry-on are x-rayed.
They do check luggage just like the airport. Your not allowed to bring anything edible on or off the ship except when u go to port they sell water you can buy right before you get off on the island.