Plug outlet

[sanders]

I keep reading there is a limited number of outlets in the cabin …. There are three of us and two of us will each have a phone, iPad , camera battery and backup battery charger. Is this acceptable on the ship? Thoughts or suggestions? Thanks. 
 

https://www.londondrugs.com/ultralink-4-outlet-power-plug---black/L1145338.html 

[bgoff60]

Should work...

 

[bgoff60]

or this as well.  Just avoid having a long pig-tale that would resemble an extension cord...  🙂

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082FJXVW6/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B082FJXVW6&pd_rd_w=iloCM&content-id=amzn1.sym.08ba9b95-1385-44b0-b652-c46acdff309c&pf_rd_p=08ba9b95-1385-44b0-b652-c46acdff309c&pf_rd_r=5PANCCW913QSZP5MAV5Y&pd_rd_wg=AewPX&pd_rd_r=8824f94b-b43d-44ca-84d9-6c3c0f3fcb83&s=electronics&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUE2SE80OUc4SlRQNjAmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA1NTUyNTcyNEU2RjZVQ1BDUUExJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAyOTM2NTQyNURYSEs4WFpLRVNaJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsX3RoZW1hdGljJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

 

[sanders]

Ok thx…. Appreciate it. Leaving this weekend so I’ll look around last minute.

[bgoff60]

we use this on every cruise we take...  YMMV but a solid basic offering.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QV13WLN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&th=1

 

 

[UKWLDCruise]

it might also be worth picking up a European round two pin converter to give you an extra socket.

 

 

[HappyTexan44]

5 hours ago, UKWLDCruise said:

it might also be worth picking up a European round two pin converter to give you an extra socket.

 

Oooh, good idea.   I have one of those but since we aren't going to Europe I wouldn't have thought to take it.  

 

 

[Kathscof]

21 minutes ago, HappyTexan44 said:

 

Oooh, good idea.   I have one of those but since we aren't going to Europe I wouldn't have thought to take it.  

 

 

I had one with a plug and 2 usb chargers and it was enough for me and my friend using the 2 NA plugs as well as the one Euro, it came in very handy!

[sanders]

Thanks I’ll look for those. Appreciate it! 

[Ret MP]

Surge Protected?  I've never found on RCCL's website that prohibited them.  But, a lot of people will say that they are prohibited.  I know that I've taken power strips/blocks (no cords) that are protected, without a problem.  But, be forewarned that if there is some policy/regulation/rule hidden away somewhere, then the terminal brown shirts can confiscate them.  Your, the OP's link shows that the item has protection.  Good luck.

[Ret MP]

10 hours ago, bgoff60 said:

or this as well.  Just avoid having a long pig-tale that would resemble an extension cord...  🙂

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082FJXVW6/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B082FJXVW6&pd_rd_w=iloCM&content-id=amzn1.sym.08ba9b95-1385-44b0-b652-c46acdff309c&pf_rd_p=08ba9b95-1385-44b0-b652-c46acdff309c&pf_rd_r=5PANCCW913QSZP5MAV5Y&pd_rd_wg=AewPX&pd_rd_r=8824f94b-b43d-44ca-84d9-6c3c0f3fcb83&s=electronics&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUE2SE80OUc4SlRQNjAmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA1NTUyNTcyNEU2RjZVQ1BDUUExJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAyOTM2NTQyNURYSEs4WFpLRVNaJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsX3RoZW1hdGljJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

 

That looks like a good option.  I have one similar to it.  It worked well.  

[sanders]

Thx!

[S.A.M.J.R.]

2 hours ago, Ret MP said:

Surge Protected?  I've never found on RCCL's website that prohibited them.  But, a lot of people will say that they are prohibited.  I know that I've taken power strips/blocks (no cords) that are protected, without a problem.  But, be forewarned that if there is some policy/regulation/rule hidden away somewhere, then the terminal brown shirts can confiscate them.  Your, the OP's link shows that the item has protection.  Good luck.

Here you go... https://www.royalcaribbean.com/aus/en/faq/questions/can-i-bring-an-extension-onboard?country=AUS

 

So I assume you'll stop bringing your strips/blocks that have surge protection.

Edited May 9, 2023 by S.A.M.J.R.

[Ret MP]

1 hour ago, S.A.M.J.R. said:

Here you go... https://www.royalcaribbean.com/aus/en/faq/questions/can-i-bring-an-extension-onboard?country=AUS

 

So I assume you'll stop bringing your strips/blocks that have surge protection.

That's an Australian RCCL Faq.  I've mentioned that in the past.  It doesn't apply to U.S. Cruises.  Why?  I think, I believe, it my opinion, that Australia has a rule/regulation/law that requires it, not RCCL.

[Cruise5life]

 Bring this one with me.   And has a nice long cord.    14 cruises. Never an issue

[S.A.M.J.R.]

59 minutes ago, Ret MP said:

That's an Australian RCCL Faq.  I've mentioned that in the past.  It doesn't apply to U.S. Cruises.  Why?  I think, I believe, it my opinion, that Australia has a rule/regulation/law that requires it, not RCCL.

It doesn't say "cruises from Australia".  It's part of RCI's FAQ, therefore it's policy.  Since you always follow policy, you shouldn't bring surge protected strips. 

[Ret MP]

8 minutes ago, S.A.M.J.R. said:

It doesn't say "cruises from Australia".  It's part of RCI's FAQ, therefore it's policy.  Since you always follow policy, you shouldn't bring surge protected strips. 

I highly suggest you actually read the link that you posted.  Here it is:

 https://www.royalcaribbean.com/aus/en/faq/questions/can-i-bring-an-extension-onboard?country=AUS

 

 

 

 

 

https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/prohibited-items-onboard-policy

 

What items are prohibited onboard a Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship?

A

 

 

• Firearms & Ammunition, including realistic replicas.

• Sharp Objects, including all knives and scissors. (Note: Personal grooming items such as safety razors are allowed. Scissors with blade length less than 4 inches are allowed.)

• Illegal Drugs & Substances

• CBD Oil / CBD Products

• Candles, Incense, Coffee Makers, Clothes Irons, Travel Steamers & Hot Plates. (Items that generate heat or produce an open flame. This includes heating pads, clothing irons, hotplates, candles, incense, and any other item that may create a fire hazard. NOTE: The only exception to this policy is curling irons and hair straighteners. Matches and normal lighteners are allowed onboard. However, "torch lighters" and novelty lighters that look like guns are not allowed onboard. Torch lighters emit a powerful concentrated flame, and therefore are prohibited.

• Hoverboards

• Martial Arts, Self Defense, and Sports Gear, including handcuffs, pepper spray, night sticks.

• Flammable Liquids and Explosives, including lighter fluid and fireworks.

• Hookahs & Water Hookah Pipes

• HAM Radios

• Electrical Extension Cords

• Dangerous Chemicals, including bleach and paint.

• Perishable Food & Meat Products

• Alcoholic Beverages (beer, seltzer or hard liquor) seized on embarkation day will not be returned.

Edited May 9, 2023 by Ret MP

[S.A.M.J.R.]

1 minute ago, Ret MP said:

I highly suggest you actually read the link that you posted.  Here it is:

 https://www.royalcaribbean.com/aus/en/faq/questions/can-i-bring-an-extension-onboard?country=AUS

 

 

 

 

Got it.  So the FAQs that you quote only apply to sailings from the United States.  If you sail from any other country, you need to look up those FAQs.  😉  

[Ret MP]

5 minutes ago, S.A.M.J.R. said:

Got it.  So the FAQs that you quote only apply to sailings from the United States.  If you sail from any other country, you need to look up those FAQs.  😉  

Well, why do they have a website for Australia and one for the UK, and one for the U.S.?  Different requirements and different cultures are my guess.  Why can we, U.S. citizens cruise to the Caribbean from the U.S. without a passport but the U.K. can't?  And if you looked at their FAQ for required documents they have unique requirements other than the U.S. FAQs address.  They also have unique COVID requirements, still.  

 

Now, keep in mind, I'm only addressing in my debate what is a U.S. departures cruise.  I don't care what Australia or the UK or Russia requires.  I just don't believe their requirements necessarily mirror the U.S.'s/RCCL's, to include Surge Protectors, otherwise the U.S. FAQ would address it.  But, if anyone can find where RCCL U.S. prohibits them, I'm fine with it.

[klfrodo]

15 hours ago, sanders said:

I keep reading there is a limited number of outlets in the cabin …. There are three of us and two of us will each have a phone, iPad , camera battery and backup battery charger. Is this acceptable on the ship? Thoughts or suggestions? Thanks. 
 

https://www.londondrugs.com/ultralink-4-outlet-power-plug---black/L1145338.html 

I don't think it would be allowed.

That little red light that says "Protected" makes me think that it has a surge suppression built in. Those are not allowed on ships. A ships electrical system works differently from a residential electrical system.

[Ret MP]

38 minutes ago, S.A.M.J.R. said:

Got it.  So the FAQs that you quote only apply to sailings from the United States.  If you sail from any other country, you need to look up those FAQs.  😉  

BTW, to answer your question directly, YES!  If cruising out of any country is different and requires something the U.S. doesn't, you need to know about it and comply.  Australia says that Surge Protectors aren't allowed to go on their ships departing Australian ports.  But, that doesn't necessarily apply to U.S. departures.  It sure doesn't say so on the U.S. RCCL site. 

 

And as far as, "Since you always follow policy", I do.  But, I don't make policy up.  I know what you are referring to and I didn't make the 6-month thing up, it is right there in black and white.  BTW, RCCL Australia also has the 6-month requirement.  But, I won't get into that again, period.

[sanders]

Thanks this has been interesting reading material.

[John&LaLa]

3 hours ago, sanders said:

Thanks this has been interesting reading material.

 

Always entertaining interpretations 

[BirdTravels]

21 hours ago, sanders said:

I keep reading there is a limited number of outlets in the cabin …. There are three of us and two of us will each have a phone, iPad , camera battery and backup battery charger. Is this acceptable on the ship? Thoughts or suggestions? Thanks. 
 

https://www.londondrugs.com/ultralink-4-outlet-power-plug---black/L1145338.html 

That splitter appears to be surge protected and is forbidden because it is a fire hazard. The form factor of the splitter may not work on many ships. 

[sanders]

Thanks…. I’m actually looking elsewhere now instead of this one.