Does Carnival let you deliver flowers to the ship for scattering of ashes at sea?

[Ziggy7]

I am bringing my husband's (of 41 years) ashes onboard the Glory in January for burial/scattering ashes at sea. I was wondering if they allow you to deliver flowers to the ship, as theirs is limited to certain kinds and pricey for what I would like. I have searched all over the Carnival website to no avail. I do know the paperwork I need, biodegradable urn, and process, just not the flower part. Thanks!

[joepeka]

I am sure there will be more definitive answer from folks who have done this but I think the only hard core restriction is that synthetic flowers (plastic, etc.) not be tossed. Otherwise, I "believe" you can bring on flowers but there may be agricultural restrictions that the cruise line (and the Feds) have on that.

[nhsails]

No.

[chengkp75]

I don't think they will accept delivery of flowers, but if you bring some with you, there should not be a problem. Cut flowers are not restricted like potted plants are.

[SadieN]

You can bring them onboard. Think all the outside vendor deliveries have stopped. Can buy single stems onboard.

Only natural flowers can be tossed. No plastic, wire or rubber can go overboard.

When we did this, we had to wait til day three.

 

Sorry for your loss.

 

 

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[Ziggy7]

I am sure there will be more definitive answer from folks who have done this but I think the only hard core restriction is that synthetic flowers (plastic, etc.) not be tossed. Otherwise, I "believe" you can bring on flowers but there may be agricultural restrictions that the cruise line (and the Feds) have on that.

Thanks!

 

I don't think they will accept delivery of flowers, but if you bring some with you, there should not be a problem. Cut flowers are not restricted like potted plants are.

Thanks!

 

 

You can bring them onboard. Think all the outside vendor deliveries have stopped. Can buy single stems onboard.

Only natural flowers can be tossed. No plastic, wire or rubber can go overboard.

When we did this, we had to wait til day three.

 

Sorry for your loss.

 

 

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Thanks! I did not see single stems on the online funshop so didn't think it might be a possibility! Ty sorry for your loss as well!

[tashartx]

I am sorry for your loss. I am not sure about the flowers. However, I just scattered my husband's ashes last month. I, too, purchased a biodegradable urn. However, the environmental officer did not allow anything into the ocean except for the ashes. It was a slight adjustment from what my son and I had prepared for, but it worked out. Overall, Carnival did a wonderful job and it was the right choice for us.

[jb8162]

They deliver flowers all the time to the terminal for the weddings on board, however I don't know about personal deliveries.

[springs741]

I found this on the Carnival FAQ site. It was listed under "additional prohibited items" "exemptions"

 

Flowers and Plants: Only permitted on board if ordered through Carnival’s Fun Shops or delivered by a florist in the port of embarkation but are not permitted to be taken off the ship in the United States, per the U.S Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) Agricultural Division.

[LibratPDX]

I am sorry for your loss. I am not sure about the flowers. However, I just scattered my husband's ashes last month. I, too, purchased a biodegradable urn. However, the environmental officer did not allow anything into the ocean except for the ashes. It was a slight adjustment from what my son and I had prepared for, but it worked out. Overall, Carnival did a wonderful job and it was the right choice for us.

 

Wow, that surprises me! I was able to drop the water soluble paper box with no issues, maybe the officer was sketchy about it because it was an urn? I was happy to not to have to worry about my mother's ashes in the air. I'm glad it worked out for you. I was very touched by the beautiful portfolio and letter they gave me to commemorate the occasion.

[Ziggy7]

I am sorry for your loss. I am not sure about the flowers. However, I just scattered my husband's ashes last month. I, too, purchased a biodegradable urn. However, the environmental officer did not allow anything into the ocean except for the ashes. It was a slight adjustment from what my son and I had prepared for, but it worked out. Overall, Carnival did a wonderful job and it was the right choice for us.

Thank you, I too am very sorry for your loss. WoW not sure why it was not allowed, but if I have to release the ashes, that is ok too. I will now be prepared for both ways, thank you!

 

 

They deliver flowers all the time to the terminal for the weddings on board, however I don't know about personal deliveries.

Thank you!

 

 

I found this on the Carnival FAQ site. It was listed under "additional prohibited items" "exemptions"

 

Flowers and Plants: Only permitted on board if ordered through Carnival’s Fun Shops or delivered by a florist in the port of embarkation but are not permitted to be taken off the ship in the United States, per the U.S Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) Agricultural Division.

Thank you! I have just been told by a florist they were not able to deliver to the ship, as the ship would not accept them. So this is very confusing.

 

 

 

Thanks everyone, I may just try and purchase a few single roses on the ship, if they dont sell them as singles, I might buy a bouquet to my cabin and use some of them, just didn't want to spend much money (I have credit points at Flowers.com I wanted to use up) on flowers the fish won't appreciate.

[sandyzag]

I'm going to say that no, you are not allowed to bring on your own flowers. I am basing this answer on the fact that for my wedding, you have to purchase through Carnival or bring on "fake" flowers. Having them delivered by a florist, I can't answer. Sorry for your loss.

[LNNLNNLNN]

Where can I find out information on scattering ashes?? We would like to do this on our family cruise in May...our brother had said he would go with us on our next cruise but unfortunately he passed away before that could happen

[Ziggy7]

Where can I find out information on scattering ashes?? We would like to do this on our family cruise in May...our brother had said he would go with us on our next cruise but unfortunately he passed away before that could happen

This is what was given to me by my travel agent:

 

Bringing Cremated Ashes on Board / Burial at Sea

 

Published 03/11/2015 10:00 PM | Updated 05/27/2015 07:14 PM

Bringing Cremated Remains On Board

A guest may bring cremated remains on board. Please note the following procedures and policies:

• The guest must bring the deceased’s Death Certificate.
  
• The remains have been cremated by a facility licensed to perform these services in the US, and the guest carries a certification of the compliant cremation.
  
• The cremated remains are transported in a proper urn and remain in this urn during the entire travel.
  
  • The ashes are maintained in a leak proof and in a sealed container.
    
  • The container/urn must be able to pass through the X-ray machines as well as TSA X-ray machines
    
  • The container must be constructed of wood, plastic, cardboard or any non-lead based ceramic.
    

  [*]The Guest is aware that the remains are his/her responsibility and he/she is the sole custodian of the urn/ashes; Carnival will not be responsible for the oversight or incidents. If the guest takes the urn out of the cabin, he/she is responsible for its oversight and cannot leave the urn unattended.

  [*]The urn must remain on board, and the guest may not disembark the urn and try to enter it in a port-of-call because each country has legal requirements and controls over the transportation of cremated human remains, and they must be respected.

  [*]If the guest is traveling by air, he/she needs to inquire with the airline of their own restrictions and regulations.

Burial at Sea – Dispersing of Cremated Ashes

Dispersing cremated ashes at sea is permitted. Please note the following procedures and policies:

• The guest must contact the Guest Services Desk once onboard the ship.
  
• The Guest Services Staff and the Environmental & Occupational Safety Officer (EOSO) will coordinate the burial at sea.
  
  • Depending on the ship’s itinerary, a time and location will be coordinated based on the guest’s suggestions and operation requirements.
    
  • The ceremony must be performed beyond twelve nautical miles from land and any restricted areas noted on the nautical charts and notices to mariners.
    

  [*]Once the date and time are finalized, Guest Services will notify the family of the scheduled ceremony.

  [*]The family will be taken to the area by EOSO and/or a Security Officer.

  [*]The family will be given privacy to disperse the ashes; the area will be secured in order to ensure privacy without disrupting other guest activities.

  [*]Ashes and flowers may be dispersed but not plastic materials such as plastic ribbons, plastic flowers, plastic urns, balloons, etc. Biodegradable salt urns can be used as long as non-toxic glues are used to seal the top.

Sorry for your loss!

[Ziggy7]

I'm going to say that no, you are not allowed to bring on your own flowers. I am basing this answer on the fact that for my wedding, you have to purchase through Carnival or bring on "fake" flowers. Having them delivered by a florist, I can't answer. Sorry for your loss.

Thank you!

[SadieN]

I'm going to say that no, you are not allowed to bring on your own flowers. I am basing this answer on the fact that for my wedding, you have to purchase through Carnival or bring on "fake" flowers. Having them delivered by a florist, I can't answer. Sorry for your loss.

 

 

 

Probably because people like to keep wedding flowers and they’re not allowed off the ship.

 

I have seen one gal bring a rose off at debark. What that flower went through to be allowed off was brutal. At the end the rose was droopy and sad.

[SadieN]

Where can I find out information on scattering ashes?? We would like to do this on our family cruise in May...our brother had said he would go with us on our next cruise but unfortunately he passed away before that could happen

 

 

 

We used a biodegradable ‘pillow’ urn. The mortuary transferred the ashes for us.

 

After we carried on the cremains, we went to Guest Services. The next day we were informed when and where to meet. In our case we couldn’t do meet until our third sea day due to weather and sea conditions.

On that day we met up with several Environmental, Security, and Guest Service Officers who escorted us to deck 3 of the Miracle, directly behind the MDR. They cleared the deck and gave us all the time we needed.

A day or so later we were given a certificate with their names and location coordinates.

 

We had all the paperwork though l do not remember if we were asked for it.

 

The only glitch was boarding in Long Beach. The scanner person had never seen ashes go thru the X-ray before. A two second conversation cleared everything up.

 

In California you have to (though many don’t) inform the county if the cremains have left your possession. It was a simple process.

[LNNLNNLNN]

Thank you SadieN and Ziggy7 for the info..we are sailing on the Magic in May..

[Ziggy7]

We used a biodegradable ‘pillow’ urn. The mortuary transferred the ashes for us.

 

After we carried on the cremains, we went to Guest Services. The next day we were informed when and where to meet. In our case we couldn’t do meet until our third sea day due to weather and sea conditions.

On that day we met up with several Environmental, Security, and Guest Service Officers who escorted us to deck 3 of the Miracle, directly behind the MDR. They cleared the deck and gave us all the time we needed.

A day or so later we were given a certificate with their names and location coordinates.

 

We had all the paperwork though l do not remember if we were asked for it.

 

The only glitch was boarding in Long Beach. The scanner person had never seen ashes go thru the X-ray before. A two second conversation cleared everything up.

 

In California you have to (though many don’t) inform the county if the cremains have left your possession. It was a simple process.

Thank you! I am flying to Florida, did you fly with the ashes and was it complicated with TSA if you did??? I will have all the paperwork so not worried about that :) Although if you are mentioning California you probably didn't. Yes I will notify them for sure!

[SadieN]

Thank you! I am flying to Florida, did you fly with the ashes and was it complicated with TSA if you did??? I will have all the paperwork so not worried about that :) Although if you are mentioning California you probably didn't. Yes I will notify them for sure!

 

 

 

Sorry, we drove to port.

Look on your airlines FAQs. There should be info on there.

 

ETA- found this

http://www.cremation.com/consumer-resources/traveling-with-cremated-remains/

[dporter]

Based on what others have said you can bring flowers on board with you. If that is true you could probably contact a local florist near the port or close to your hotel if staying the night before and place an order that you pick up and carry on board.

[tashartx]

Wow, that surprises me! I was able to drop the water soluble paper box with no issues, maybe the officer was sketchy about it because it was an urn? I was happy to not to have to worry about my mother's ashes in the air. I'm glad it worked out for you. I was very touched by the beautiful portfolio and letter they gave me to commemorate the occasion.

 

That is what we bought, the water soluble paper box and bag. It may have been a new officer or the location perhaps, but it worked. I agree about the letter. My son already has plans for a tattoo of the longitude and latitude (he has a long wait...lol).

[Ziggy7]

Sorry, we drove to port.

Look on your airlines FAQs. There should be info on there.

 

ETA- found this

http://www.cremation.com/consumer-resources/traveling-with-cremated-remains/

Yes, I have all the information and paperwork thanks, just wondered if you had personal experience with doing it :) I thought about taking a cruise out of long Beach, as I live close to it, but hubby loved the caribbean, so I need to fly there. I have heard all good things with TSA and ashes, so I'm sure it will all be fine for me too! :)