Sib_of_the_Seas Posted May 15, 2017 #1 Share Posted May 15, 2017 First Time Cruiser - I must have a fan in order to sleep well at night; will a fan be available on the ship or should I try and bring my own? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted May 15, 2017 #2 Share Posted May 15, 2017 you should check with your specific cruise line. I have read threads on cruise critic where people bring their own portable fan. I don't believe the ships carry fans for passengers. Your cruiseline may allow a small fan in the cabin. I know they don't allow irons because they can be left on or left unattended; which could cause a fire. Same goes with fan. It has a running motor; and if you left the cabin with fan running and the motor burned up;; you get the picture. Check with cruiseline. I expect someone who has brought a fan onboard will answer you question too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BlueRiband Posted May 15, 2017 #3 Share Posted May 15, 2017 (edited) Neither. Ship power is 50 cycles, not 60 cycles as is normal US house electricity. It could cause problems with the electric motor. Ships are build in Europe where the standard power is 220V, 50 cycles. The 110VAC outlets are supplied by step-down transformers for the convenience of North American passengers. They can step down the voltage but not change the A/C cycling. The ship won't supply a fan. Others have used USB powered portable fans. Some have reported their fan being confiscated: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2481814 Edited May 15, 2017 by BlueRiband Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NLH Arizona Posted May 15, 2017 #4 Share Posted May 15, 2017 I've brought a battery powered small fan onboard a couple of cruise lines and never had an issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted May 15, 2017 #5 Share Posted May 15, 2017 Figure out if the fan is for noise or air circulation. Use some sort of noise machine or app for noise. My USB fan is about 6inches tall and has a rechargeable battery. Found it at the Los Angeles Fair but have seen similar at Walmart and Target. Look in the Camping, Fan, and College Dorm areas. My first small fan didn't have a battery, found it in the Target clearance rack. It's labeled a desk fan. Either way use a cheap extension cord. ($2 Walmart 6ft 3outlet) Surge protector cords are a fire hazard onboard. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Hag Posted May 15, 2017 #6 Share Posted May 15, 2017 If it's the soothing sound you're after, an app on your phone can provide that. I have one called "White Noise" on my Android, and it's great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunny2runner Posted May 15, 2017 #7 Share Posted May 15, 2017 We have successfully brought on a small fan on both Disney and Princess cruise lines. While we love the white noise it provides it also it very helpful to move air around when you have 4 people in a cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kamloops50 Posted May 15, 2017 #8 Share Posted May 15, 2017 Neither. Ship power is 50 cycles, not 60 cycles as is normal US house electricity. It could cause problems with the electric motor. Ships are build in Europe where the standard power is 220V, 50 cycles. The 110VAC outlets are supplied by step-down transformers for the convenience of North American passengers. They can step down the voltage but not change the A/C cycling. The ship won't supply a fan. Others have used USB powered portable fans. Some have reported their fan being confiscated: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2481814 Even if the ship is built in Europe , it's still built for the US voltage and frequency. Most small motors are designed to work on 120 VAC at 50 or 60HZ. That is the info I got on a ships tour from the engineering staff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted May 15, 2017 #9 Share Posted May 15, 2017 OP check with your cruise line. Some will provide a fan for you, many will not. There is no rule against bringing a fan on board, but it becomes very cumbersome to deal with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted May 15, 2017 #10 Share Posted May 15, 2017 I bring a small, 5in. deck fan and extension cord. It's enough for airflow, which is what I need. I don't care about "white noise"....I need the air! It fits in my suitcase just fine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kartgv Posted May 15, 2017 #11 Share Posted May 15, 2017 I have a small battery powered (4 D size) fan that seems to run forever without needing new batteries. Without the batteries, it weighs almost nothing, so doesn't weigh down your luggage if flying. It puts out plenty of air but not much 'noise'. Found it at Bed, Bath & Beyond. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted May 15, 2017 #12 Share Posted May 15, 2017 Unlikely. Better if you can bring a portable battery operated fan. It is available on amazon if you have none yet. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewMrsSwan918 Posted May 15, 2017 #13 Share Posted May 15, 2017 We just cruised with RCCL over spring break, and we brought a small fan with no problem. My in-laws were in another room and the attendant quickly brought a large box fan when they mentioned it being hot in their room, as well as had the ventilation adjusted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted May 16, 2017 #14 Share Posted May 16, 2017 As others have said, do check with your cruise line. Ours lets us do it and my wife has one that you can plug in or use battery and we use the plug in. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NurseMarla Posted May 16, 2017 #15 Share Posted May 16, 2017 We always take a fan with us. Its battery operated or you can plug it in. Never had a problem. We got it several years ago at Walmart. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AF-1 Posted May 16, 2017 #16 Share Posted May 16, 2017 Where do you people come up,with these whacky answers? When a ship is being built - or when it is in dry dock - there is rarely aircon or ventilation. The staff, and the cruise line, purchase hundreds of electric fans to make the experience more comfortable for the crew - living and working during the construction / reconstruction. We save these fans for; 1. The next dry dock, and 2. whenever somebody needs one. You can request to borrow a fan anytime you board a ship. Thank you for your answer; this is good news Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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