Sadie257 Posted October 25, 2018 #1 Share Posted October 25, 2018 I’ll be boarding the Getaway in 59 days along with 12 members of my family. I’m currently dealing with a really sore knee and seem to get the most relief from heat. Can heating pads be brought aboard? I really don’t want to miss out on activities because of a painful knee! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgloersen Posted October 25, 2018 #2 Share Posted October 25, 2018 Following as my wife has the same question... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two Wheels Only Posted October 25, 2018 #3 Share Posted October 25, 2018 My guess would be "no"... 21. Items brought on board the vessel and not supplied by the Company containing any kind of heating element, such as but not limited to: immersion heaters, heating blankets, clothing irons, water heaters, coffee machines with heating/hot plates, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victress2007 Posted October 25, 2018 #4 Share Posted October 25, 2018 You can get the same effect using towels soaked in hot water. You could also bring chemical heating packs with you. You could get a spa pass and spend some time in the hot tub (spa hot tub is usually hotter than regular ones). There are lots of options out there, enjoy your trip! Vic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbschultz Posted October 25, 2018 #5 Share Posted October 25, 2018 Found this thread that talks about the same issue. Basically seems like you're not allowed to bring it, but NCL seems to provide the "smack pack" type of ice/heat packs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mapleleaves Posted October 25, 2018 #6 Share Posted October 25, 2018 maybe with a doctors note that the heating pad is prescribed ?? Call and check with an NCL supvr to see if it's ok with a dr note. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted October 25, 2018 #7 Share Posted October 25, 2018 You can't bring an electric heating pad on board, but there are numerous brands of chemical heating pads that you can purchase very inexpensively that do the same thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted October 25, 2018 #8 Share Posted October 25, 2018 We've brought a heating pad before....and an extension cord, since plugs aren't very close to comfortable seating in most cabins. I simply pack it in with shoes, hangers, etc...so it's not obvious on X-ray. Of course, we're very careful to unplug and put away when it's not being used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seemoreroyals Posted October 25, 2018 #9 Share Posted October 25, 2018 (edited) We always pack a heating pad because my wife has chronic back pain. We did not realize we were breaking any rules and the heating pad has never been confiscated. Following this thread with great interest. Edited October 25, 2018 by seemoreroyals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtkenmore Posted October 26, 2018 #10 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Any item with a heating element in it is a fire hazard. I don't think anyone would want a fire on a ship in the middle of the ocean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sadie257 Posted October 26, 2018 Author #11 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Thanks for all of the information and suggestions. Rather than risk having to surrender my beloved heating pad, I think I’ll leace it at home and get some chemical heating pads.😢😢 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marktwothousand Posted October 26, 2018 #12 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Please, don’t be ridiculous. Bring the heating pad and an extension cord. I was very ill this year and couldn’t haven’t lived without mine on the Epic. I actually brought TWO...only ever used one, and It never got unplugged once, even with the extension cord. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKR2011 Posted October 26, 2018 #13 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Is the re a freezer in the refrigerators? I can't remember. If so, a reusable ice pack could also be helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ACKGAL Posted October 27, 2018 #14 Share Posted October 27, 2018 Just pack it. They will never know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted October 27, 2018 #15 Share Posted October 27, 2018 I love the people in this thread who are telling OP to violate the rules, and admitting that they do it all the time. OP might get the heating pad on board, or it might be caught when the bags are x-rayed (they all are). There is no reason to violate a safety rule, because your personal comfort is potentially putting the entire ship at risk, because the greatest risk to any ship is a fire at sea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamchops Posted October 27, 2018 #16 Share Posted October 27, 2018 I would just bring a hot water bottle and fill it up at the buffet. It doesn’t take up much room in the luggage and hold heat well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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