ktharris120 Posted August 19, 2015 #1 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Can someone tell me if the portable, hand held clothing steamers are allowed onboard? I'm talking about the little $30 one. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 19, 2015 #2 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Can someone tell me if the portable, hand held clothing steamers are allowed onboard? I'm talking about the little $30 one. Thanks! http://www.royalcaribbean.com/customersupport/faq/details.do?pagename=frequently_asked_questions&pnav=5&pnav=2&faqType=faq&faqSubjectId=333&faqSubjectName=Onboard+Policies&faqId=2608 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktharris120 Posted August 19, 2015 Author #3 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Thanks Bob! You saved me some $$$. If you are ever sailing with us, we'll buy you a drink!:):):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 19, 2015 #4 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Thanks Bob! You saved me some $$$. If you are ever sailing with us, we'll buy you a drink!:):):) Sounds good to me!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted August 19, 2015 #5 Share Posted August 19, 2015 You won't need one. Pack a small bottle of Downy Wrinkle Release, spray the offending item then hang in bathroom while you take a shower. Voila, no more wrinkles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisenfever Posted August 19, 2015 #6 Share Posted August 19, 2015 You won't need one. Pack a small bottle of Downy Wrinkle Release, spray the offending item then hang in bathroom while you take a shower. Voila, no more wrinkles. Be careful with DWR as it can cause spotting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TYSONBOXER Posted August 20, 2015 #7 Share Posted August 20, 2015 I brought a portable steamer on my cruise on the Liberty of the seas Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted August 20, 2015 #8 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Be careful with DWR as it can cause spotting. Good to know, I've never had an issue with it before Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJMetsFan Posted August 20, 2015 #9 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Don't bother with the downy wrinkle release. I brought a bottle and 6 of us on the ship never needed it. If you pack right and take your clothes out and hang them up you'll be fine. I ironed a few things before packing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gcvt Posted August 20, 2015 #10 Share Posted August 20, 2015 We've taken our steamer on every cruise and I think we've only used it once. Never got hassled or questioned on any line. As previously mentioned, if you pack and unpack right, it's no big deal. A wrinkle or two is part of being on a cruise. Everyone's in the...same...um...boat :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare rudeney Posted August 20, 2015 #11 Share Posted August 20, 2015 We've taken our steamer on every cruise and I think we've only used it once. Never got hassled or questioned on any line. As previously mentioned, if you pack and unpack right, it's no big deal. A wrinkle or two is part of being on a cruise. Everyone's in the...same...um...boat :) LOL! :D I travel quite a bit for business and I have ended up buying a lot of clothing that is designed to be wrinkle resistant. It works pretty well, too. I like the Jos. A Bank Traveler Collection clothing. The khaki pants and sports shirts almost don't even need any ironing after being washed - maybe just s light touch-up. And the secret to packing is to jam everything in as tight as possible. Clothes coming out of an overstuffed smaller suitcase will be in better shape than those coming out of a larger bag where they were gently placed. Letting clothes move around in transport is what wrinkles them so badly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
looking4info Posted August 20, 2015 #12 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Have taken a small portable steamer on 50+ RCI cruises and have never had an issue. Use it to touch up some of the clothes that do get wrinkled due to not knowing how to properly pack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rilco33647 Posted August 20, 2015 #13 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Downy Wrinkly Releaser is AMAZING! My entire family uses it ALL the time at home and on vacations! Haven't used my iron in years! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonicShip Posted August 20, 2015 #14 Share Posted August 20, 2015 You won't need one. Pack a small bottle of Downy Wrinkle Release, spray the offending item then hang in bathroom while you take a shower. Voila, no more wrinkles. Washing clothes in fabric softener also helps. I sometimes iron shirts the night before the cruise in the hotel and carry them on with me in a suit bag. Manny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiCSailor Posted August 20, 2015 #15 Share Posted August 20, 2015 I carried my steamer but never used it. Security did open my bag and inspect the steamer, before letting me onboard. From their conversation, Royal allows those with plastic faces, but considers anything with a metal face an iron. Sent from my XT1060 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tserface Posted August 20, 2015 #16 Share Posted August 20, 2015 I think the answer is, "It depends". If you really feel like you need one you should take one you might not hate losing if it gets confiscated and you don't remember to try to figure out where they confiscated it to... Like this one is only $18 so if you lose it it's no big loss. It's also plastic so less susceptible to scans. I don't think they'll kick you off the cruise for trying. http://www.amazon.com/Steamfast-SF-435-Compact-Fabric-Steamer/dp/B00070OWMU/ref=sr_1_6?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1440093549&sr=1-6&keywords=travel+steamer I wouldn't take one mostly because packing space is so precious and these things are typically not teeny tiny. Tom I carried my steamer but never used it. Security did open my bag and inspect the steamer, before letting me onboard. From their conversation, Royal allows those with plastic faces, but considers anything with a metal face an iron. Sent from my XT1060 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m*u*g* Posted August 20, 2015 #17 Share Posted August 20, 2015 The answer is...not allowed. Bring it and take the risk of loosing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 20, 2015 #18 Share Posted August 20, 2015 The answer is...not allowed.Bring it and take the risk of loosing it. Maybe we were lucky, but we've had a steamer taken before, but it was returned at the end of the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinmom1 Posted August 21, 2015 #19 Share Posted August 21, 2015 We separate the unit and pack it in 2 suitcases, so they don't find it! If you pack right, usually no wrinkles, anyway! I buy Chico's "travelers" and they pack great. Also, I put my blouses on one end of my pants and fold the leg over, like a burrito (lol). Use bubble or tissue wrap to fill in gaps of the suitcase! All else fails-they can steam on the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixey Posted October 23, 2015 #20 Share Posted October 23, 2015 have the portable mini Joy mangano steamer which is ALL plastic and NEVER had a prob on ANY cruise line wi:Dth 20 cruises under the belt altho NOT NCL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grand isle joe Posted October 23, 2015 #21 Share Posted October 23, 2015 ..................who wants to steam or iron any clothes when you are on vacation?..........what a waste of time...........;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare John&LaLa Posted October 23, 2015 #22 Share Posted October 23, 2015 Maybe we were lucky, but we've had a steamer taken before, but it was returned at the end of the cruise. When I was waiting for Laura to get off Freedom last month I was standing by the pick up table for confiscated items. Could not believe how much stuff was there. I'll take a picture on Sunday. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisin4thedeepblue Posted October 24, 2015 #23 Share Posted October 24, 2015 We have taken a steamer on over 25 cruises and never had a problem. In my Cruise Booklet for our cruise next week I do not see anything mentioned about a steamer.But I guess it could be a "similar item". But if you were cruising on RCCL for the first time and they sent you your cruise booklet and it does not mention steamers what would you think? Royal Caribbean International’s highest priority is to ensure the safety and security of all guests. In order to maintain an effective and meaningful security environment and to comply with international and national security laws, regulations and guidelines, Royal Caribbean has established strict security procedures in the seaport terminals we utilize and onboard all our vessels. These measures include screening all guests and their personal property prior to boarding. We appreciate our cooperation in this endeavor.For the safety of our guests, certain items are not allowed onboard the cruise ship. Weapons, illegal drugs and other items that could interfere with the safe operation of the ship or the safe and secure environment of the guests and crew are prohibited. The following are examples of items that are not allowed onboard. These and other similar items will be taken by ships Security upon being found.Prohibited items: Firearms & Ammunition, including realistic replicas; Sharp Objects, including knives and scissors. (Note: Personal grooming items such as safety razors are allowed.) Illegal Drugs & Substances; Candles & Incense; Coffee Makers, Clothes Irons & Hot Plates; Baseball Bats, Hockey Sticks, Cricket Bats, Bows & Arrows; Illegal Drugs; Skateboards & Surfboards; Martial Arts Gear; Self Defense Gear, including handcuffs, pepper spray, night sticks. Flammable Liquids and Explosives, including lighter fluid and fireworks; HAM Radios, Dangerous Chemicals including bleach and paint; Personal Alcohol; Hookah Pipes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixey Posted October 24, 2015 #24 Share Posted October 24, 2015 They are not a fire haszard. That i why they are not listed..Similar items referred to drug paraphenalia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lionesss Posted October 24, 2015 #25 Share Posted October 24, 2015 We pack our clothes the best we can to avoid major wrinkles, but they do occur. After awhile for us when we cruise now, who cares about wrinkles, I'm not really ever going to set a fashion statement, and on formal night our dresses are pressed free (suite perk) and DH rents a tuxs. It's a vacation. Enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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