Cruiser-66 Posted January 24, 2015 #1 Share Posted January 24, 2015 We used to always bring our favorite soda on board by putting a cabin tag on it and leaving it with the porters. Now I'm reading where you are suppose to, not only carry it on, but have it in a carry-on bag. That means when we leave we have this extra bag to take home. Has anyone had success leaving it with porters? We are sailing Oasis out of Ft. Lauderdale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teacher2cruiser Posted January 24, 2015 #2 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Is it a "done deal" that if you carry it in your carry on bag yourself that is permitted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser-66 Posted January 24, 2015 Author #3 Share Posted January 24, 2015 I can't say it's a done deal, but I have not heard of anyone being refused. Maybe someone else can chime in and let us know. We have been on many cruises and this would be a first! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerif Posted January 24, 2015 #4 Share Posted January 24, 2015 People have been refused on spring break cruises. At some ports, the porters insist that you carry your own stuff on. At others it must be in baggage - like a duffel bag. So, as with many things, YMMV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debde Posted January 24, 2015 #5 Share Posted January 24, 2015 It's not a done deal: http://www.royalcaribbean.com/customersupport/faq/details/print.do?faqId=260&faqSubjectId=333&faqSubjectName=Onboard+Policies&pagename=frequently_asked_questions&faqType=faq Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveyHowell Posted January 24, 2015 #6 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Bring it, but make peace with the fact that they CAN take it away if they feel like enforcing their policies. There is a post on the front page now for a New Year sailing where the confiscated water people were bringing on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twindaddy Posted January 24, 2015 #7 Share Posted January 24, 2015 (edited) It's not a done deal:http://www.royalcaribbean.com/customersupport/faq/details/print.do?faqId=260&faqSubjectId=333&faqSubjectName=Onboard+Policies&pagename=frequently_asked_questions&faqType=faq The wording of that policy makes no sense. Why would security inspect soda for alcohol if soda is not allowed? Just take it away. It implies right there it IS allowed. Edited January 24, 2015 by twindaddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debde Posted January 24, 2015 #8 Share Posted January 24, 2015 The wording of that policy makes no sense. Why would security inspect soda for alcohol if soda is not allowed? Just take it away. It implies right there it IS allowed. Guests are not allowed to bring beer, hard liquor, fortified wines or non-alcoholic beverages onboard for consumption or any other use on boarding day or while in port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bighairtexan Posted January 24, 2015 #9 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Last month we brought a case of water and a case of diet Dr. Pepper. We even had the ultimate beverage packages but just wanted the convenience. We were completely OK with the fact that it could be taken away from us and we were talking less than $10. The porter SPECIFICALLY TOLD US "I'm not allowed to take this any more. It won't get delivered to you." I told him, "Please load it on the cart with my luggage and if it doesn't make it on, I'm just fine w/ it". I smiled, said please and thank you, and I gave him an EXTRA $5 over and above the tip for the luggage. Our luggage made it on quite quickly and I thought we were out of luck on the beverages. But about an hour later, there was a cabin steward w a big cart FILLED w water and soda, and we got our drinks delivered w/o a problem. Navigator, November 30 to December 7. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveyHowell Posted January 24, 2015 #10 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Last month we brought a case of water and a case of diet Dr. Pepper. We even had the ultimate beverage packages but just wanted the convenience. We were completely OK with the fact that it could be taken away from us and we were talking less than $10. The porter SPECIFICALLY TOLD US "I'm not allowed to take this any more. It won't get delivered to you." I told him, "Please load it on the cart with my luggage and if it doesn't make it on, I'm just fine w/ it". I smiled, said please and thank you, and I gave him an EXTRA $5 over and above the tip for the luggage. Our luggage made it on quite quickly and I thought we were out of luck on the beverages. But about an hour later, there was a cabin steward w a big cart FILLED w water and soda, and we got our drinks delivered w/o a problem. Navigator, November 30 to December 7. It's amazing what a fiver can do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iheartbda Posted January 24, 2015 #11 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Guests are not allowed to bring beer, hard liquor, fortified wines or non-alcoholic beverages onboard for consumption or any other use on boarding day or while in port. What other use would there be beside consumption? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveyHowell Posted January 24, 2015 #12 Share Posted January 24, 2015 What other use would there be beside consumption? Sales / Delivery to other ports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twindaddy Posted January 24, 2015 #13 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Guests are not allowed to bring beer, hard liquor, fortified wines or non-alcoholic beverages onboard for consumption or any other use on boarding day or while in port. I can use cut and paste too, but you need to read a little farther..... "Security may inspect containers (water bottles, soda bottles, mouthwash, luggage etc.) and will dispose of containers holding alcohol" One paragraphs implies the other is ignored. Why would you inspect a soda bottle if it not allowed in the first place? You would just throw it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveyHowell Posted January 24, 2015 #14 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Why would you inspect a soda bottle if it not allowed in the first place? You would just throw it out. You are sort of right; they will only throw something out if it is not sealed. If it is still sealed they confiscate and return at the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twindaddy Posted January 24, 2015 #15 Share Posted January 24, 2015 (edited) Last month we brought a case of water and a case of diet Dr. Pepper. We even had the ultimate beverage packages but just wanted the convenience. We were completely OK with the fact that it could be taken away from us and we were talking less than $10. The porter SPECIFICALLY TOLD US "I'm not allowed to take this any more. It won't get delivered to you." I told him, "Please load it on the cart with my luggage and if it doesn't make it on, I'm just fine w/ it". I smiled, said please and thank you, and I gave him an EXTRA $5 over and above the tip for the luggage. Our luggage made it on quite quickly and I thought we were out of luck on the beverages. But about an hour later, there was a cabin steward w a big cart FILLED w water and soda, and we got our drinks delivered w/o a problem. Navigator, November 30 to December 7. Reminds me of boarding last year in Vancouver with a suitcase crammed full of water, booze, and gifts for other cabins. The porter said "you cannot bring this on board, it is too big, I have to take it!" I said I will take my chances, I have measured it. of course it fit through the scanner just fine, which is actually larger than an typical airport scanner. The scanner guy yells out "alcohol!" to his inspector buddy. I (with a smile) yell out "I love Disney Cruise Line!" which allows unlimited alcohol to be brought on board. He got a slightly dejected look and I wheeled my booze wagon suitcase away. They scan for both ships in port, the other being a NCL ship, I think he thought he had hit a jackpot. Edited January 24, 2015 by twindaddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twindaddy Posted January 24, 2015 #16 Share Posted January 24, 2015 You are sort of right; they will only throw something out if it is not sealed. If it is still sealed they confiscate and return at the end. I am a married guy, I am NEVER right :rolleyes: I just find the wording interesting. I am new to Royal, but it seems they regularly ignore most of their policies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debde Posted January 24, 2015 #17 Share Posted January 24, 2015 I can use cut and paste too, but you need to read a little farther..... "Security may inspect containers (water bottles, soda bottles, mouthwash, luggage etc.) and will dispose of containers holding alcohol" One paragraphs implies the other is ignored. Why would you inspect a soda bottle if it not allowed in the first place? You would just throw it out. I think they are talking about inspecting bottles in your luggage. No matter how you spin it, its not allowed according to the rules. Is it enforced, no-but the day they tell you you can not bring it on board-they will have a leg to stand on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deputydog Posted January 24, 2015 #18 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Guests are not allowed to bring beer, hard liquor, fortified wines or non-alcoholic beverages onboard for consumption or any other use on boarding day or while in port. FYI I have been taking water and soda on cruises for years. When you see non-alcoholic it means non-alcoholic beer. like O'douls. So bring on your soda or water and yes they will inspect it to make sure the seals aren't broken. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debde Posted January 24, 2015 #19 Share Posted January 24, 2015 (edited) FYI I have been taking water and soda on cruises for years. When you see non-alcoholic it means non-alcoholic beer. like O'douls. So bring on your soda or water and yes they will inspect it to make sure the seals aren't broken.[/quote come on........... Edited January 24, 2015 by Debde Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twindaddy Posted January 24, 2015 #20 Share Posted January 24, 2015 I think they are talking about inspecting bottles in your luggage. No matter how you spin it, its not allowed according to the rules. Is it enforced, no-but the day they tell you you can not bring it on board-they will have a leg to stand on. Who is spinning anything? I realize it is not allowed and subject to confiscation. I just find the wording odd. Maybe it is for someone who would take a soda bottle and fill it with mouthwash? I guess that person could exist. I will add this to the long list of policies that Royal seems to regularly ignore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debde Posted January 24, 2015 #21 Share Posted January 24, 2015 I will add this to the long list of policies that Royal seems to regularly ignore. I could not agree with you any more here!! But it is a rule.....;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southernbelle73 Posted January 24, 2015 #22 Share Posted January 24, 2015 I just returned today from the Serenade of the seas. We brought 2 bottles of wine with us as well as a case if water. The wine we carried directly thru security with no problems and the case of wine we tagged it with our luggage and it arrived with no problem. Better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belmontcrew Posted January 24, 2015 #23 Share Posted January 24, 2015 We have been taking soda on for years in our carry-on and checked bags. Have never been denied either. Two years ago on Indy for spring break they pulled me aside to check that the bottles were sealed and sent me on my way. Last year, same cruise and they did not even check my carry-on with the soda in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandprix Posted January 24, 2015 #24 Share Posted January 24, 2015 Got a 36er on Freedom in December. Port Canaveral in checked luggage, not carry on. If you don't mind losing it, go for it. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bases5 Posted January 25, 2015 #25 Share Posted January 25, 2015 It's not a done deal:http://www.royalcaribbean.com/customersupport/faq/details/print.do?faqId=260&faqSubjectId=333&faqSubjectName=Onboard+Policies&pagename=frequently_asked_questions&faqType=faq I love this line from your link "Security may inspect containers (water bottles, soda bottles, mouthwash, luggage etc.) and will dispose of containers holding alcohol. Guests who violate any alcohol policies, (over consume, "[color= If you are not to bring on anything but wine, what is there to inspect? They should just throw it all away! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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