Cascade1911 Posted March 25, 2018 #1 Share Posted March 25, 2018 I have a Travel Inspira Universal power adapter. I read a thread today where this might be taken from me because it is surge suppressed. Is there anywhere in the Baltic a European plug adapter like this < https://www.amazon.com/Ckitze-Europe-Travel-Power-Adapter/dp/B001EB26MO > would not work? I probably only need it in Stockholm and Copenhagen (beggining and end of cruise)but would be nice if it worked in the other ports of call, Finland, Russia, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Also, does anyone know if I'll have trouble with my USB hub? < https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M2UNX0T/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 > Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marylizcat Posted March 25, 2018 #2 Share Posted March 25, 2018 Looking at the Amazon link for the USB hub, it does say it has surge protection, so the cruise line won’t like it. The plug adaptor looks OK to me. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sauer-kraut Posted March 25, 2018 #3 Share Posted March 25, 2018 What are you trying to plug in? Hotels have hair dryers and irons. Cell phones and electronics are dual voltage so you can just change the plug and it will be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WDW Princess 71 Posted March 25, 2018 #4 Share Posted March 25, 2018 Can someone please explain the issue with having a universal adapter with surge protection? Why is this a problem for the cruise? I’ve never heard of this before. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrJ Berkshire Posted March 25, 2018 #5 Share Posted March 25, 2018 It's seen as a fire risk, so not allowed along with irons and other items. Many cruises do not like other hairdryers than the ships one's being used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klfrodo Posted March 25, 2018 #6 Share Posted March 25, 2018 Can someone please explain the issue with having a universal adapter with surge protection? Why is this a problem for the cruise? I’ve never heard of this before. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Surge protection is for land based facilities. Ships electronic wiring is completely different in design. According to a frequent poster on cruise critic Chengpk75 (who is a ship board engineer) nothing else on the ship is protected by a "surge suppression" device because of the fire dangers they can cause. There is even a USCG directive about these devices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WDW Princess 71 Posted March 25, 2018 #7 Share Posted March 25, 2018 Thank you. I have the individual adapters that I can bring instead of the universal adapter with surge protection then for this trip. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khank Posted March 26, 2018 #8 Share Posted March 26, 2018 I'm so glad I saw this thread. I recently purchased this https://www.amazon.com/Ceptics-World-Travel-Adapter-Kit/dp/B06XSJ14CX/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1522066313&sr=8-3&keywords=ceptics+world+travel+adapter+kit+-+2+usb+%2B+2+us+outlets&dpID=41Blbm55FPL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch to use for our days precruise in Amsterdam. The description states that it has built in surge protection so does this mean it will be an issue to have it in my luggage when we board the cruise ship (wasn't planning to use it on the ship, just in Amsterdam)? Thanks in advance for the help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marylizcat Posted March 26, 2018 #9 Share Posted March 26, 2018 I'm so glad I saw this thread. I recently purchased this https://www.amazon.com/Ceptics-World-Travel-Adapter-Kit/dp/B06XSJ14CX/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1522066313&sr=8-3&keywords=ceptics+world+travel+adapter+kit+-+2+usb+%2B+2+us+outlets&dpID=41Blbm55FPL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch to use for our days precruise in Amsterdam. The description states that it has built in surge protection so does this mean it will be an issue to have it in my luggage when we board the cruise ship (wasn't planning to use it on the ship, just in Amsterdam)? Thanks in advance for the help! They will probably take it off you and give it back at the end of the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cascade1911 Posted March 26, 2018 Author #10 Share Posted March 26, 2018 Thanks for all the replies. I guess I didn't ask the question properly. The primary question is whether the plug adapters shown in the first link < https://www.amazon.com/Ckitze-Europe.../dp/B001EB26MO > will work in all the ports we will be hitting (Stockholm, Copenhagen, Finland, Russia, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania). I read that Denmark and Finland use a different standard but it looks like for an un-grounded device should work anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted March 26, 2018 #11 Share Posted March 26, 2018 Are you doing a land trip staying in hotels? I used the same kind of plug in Copenhagen & Amsterdam cannot comment on the others Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cascade1911 Posted March 27, 2018 Author #12 Share Posted March 27, 2018 Staying in Stockholm before cruise and Copenhagen after. Also would like to have an adapter available while touring in case I need to charge a phone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl Rosebery Posted March 27, 2018 #13 Share Posted March 27, 2018 I always have found that the hotel will lend you one. I take one but sometimes it doesn't quite fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marylizcat Posted March 27, 2018 #14 Share Posted March 27, 2018 If you want to charge your phone while on tour in a port of call, I think you would be better taking a portable mini-charger with you, either battery powered or charged in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klfrodo Posted March 27, 2018 #15 Share Posted March 27, 2018 Staying in Stockholm before cruise and Copenhagen after. Also would like to have an adapter available while touring in case I need to charge a phone. https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Lipstick-Sized-Generation-Batteries/dp/B005X1Y7I2/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1522164167&sr=8-4&keywords=portable+charger Everyone should probably have a device like this when traveling. Mine is different in that it will charge more devices, but I still carry one wherever I go. I also make sure they are always charged at home. That way when the power goes out,,, I've got my phone and iPad to keep me going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marylizcat Posted March 27, 2018 #16 Share Posted March 27, 2018 https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Lipstick-Sized-Generation-Batteries/dp/B005X1Y7I2/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1522164167&sr=8-4&keywords=portable+charger Everyone should probably have a device like this when traveling. Mine is different in that it will charge more devices, but I still carry one wherever I go. I also make sure they are always charged at home. That way when the power goes out,,, I've got my phone and iPad to keep me going. Yes, that is the sort of thing I meant! Some types you charge up at home and some you put AA batteries into. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cascade1911 Posted March 27, 2018 Author #17 Share Posted March 27, 2018 OK, thanks all, yes hotel will lend and yes, I have several power banks and may even take one with me. In any event, can anyone answer my question, will a standard European C style adapter work in Denmark and/ or Finland? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klfrodo Posted March 27, 2018 #18 Share Posted March 27, 2018 OK, thanks all, yes hotel will lend and yes, I have several power banks and may even take one with me. In any event, can anyone answer my question, will a standard European C style adapter work in Denmark and/ or Finland? https://community.ricksteves.com/travel-forum/denmark/electrical-outlets-in-denmark https://www.power-plugs-sockets.com/us/finland/ I'd recommend - This way your covered for everything https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DJEBLQU/ref=asc_df_B01DJEBLQU5418481/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=394997&creativeASIN=B01DJEBLQU&linkCode=df0&hvadid=216591984952&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16213620411131175519&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9033497&hvtargid=pla-351538217458 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cascade1911 Posted March 27, 2018 Author #19 Share Posted March 27, 2018 Thanks Klfrodo. The Rick Steves link was particularly helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klfrodo Posted March 28, 2018 #20 Share Posted March 28, 2018 Thanks Klfrodo. The Rick Steves link was particularly helpful. :) Glad it worked for you. The Finland link had me confused, that's why I added an adapter kit link. My wife and I have multiple Type C since they work on the ship also to take advantage of that 1 additional outlet, but we also have the multi adapter kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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