Will a confiscated item be returned end of cruise?

[anonymousegirl]

Hi all,

First time on O and first time trying to bring a hair straightening iron on board. The O FAQ is ambiguous, saying flat irons are prohibited, which could refer to clothing irons, or hair straightening irons. So, I'm going to chance it and bring my hair iron in my carry-on next week. I won't cry buckets if it is confiscated, but I would like it back after the cruise. Anyone have any experience getting a confiscated item returned?

Thanks,

Lori

[Flatbush Flyer]

45 minutes ago, anonymousegirl said:

Hi all,

First time on O and first time trying to bring a hair straightening iron on board. The O FAQ is ambiguous, saying flat irons are prohibited, which could refer to clothing irons, or hair straightening irons. So, I'm going to chance it and bring my hair iron in my carry-on next week. I won't cry buckets if it is confiscated, but I would like it back after the cruise. Anyone have any experience getting a confiscated item returned?

Thanks,

Lori

DW says “no problem” (does it all the time).

[grifdoglover]

I bring a brush/iron everywhere but it does have auto shutoff…

[grifdoglover]

Never confiscated!

[JDincalif]

During an Alaskan port stop J purchased an ulu knife, which was (unsurprisingly, in retrospect) on return to ship confiscated by security. J was provided with a signed receipt which, when presented to guest services, allowed for return of the item the night prior to disembarkation.

[EJL2023]

How about a heating pad with an automatic shutoff? I called before a recent cruise because it was really not clear on the website as I have cranky back at times. When I called they just said no, not allowed. Luckily I did not have a need for it but just curios if others have taken one or had issues trying to take one onboard. 

[Woofa]

My wife brought a hair straightener on our Riviera in January, unplugged it after every use, no problems that we know of.

[schmerl]

You can bring a flat iron for your hair with no problem. 
It is a regular clothes iron that is prohibited.

My flat iron was out the entire cruise and was not confiscated. 

[anonymousegirl]

Thanks, Everyone! I appreciate the fast replies as I am packing for a Monday departure to UK to board the ship on July 9.

[grmmybtty]

On 7/1/2023 at 3:15 PM, EJL2023 said:

How about a heating pad with an automatic shutoff? I called before a recent cruise because it was really not clear on the website as I have cranky back at times. When I called they just said no, not allowed. Luckily I did not have a need for it but just curios if others have taken one or had issues trying to take one onboard. 

I brought a heating pad onboard with no problem. I didn't ask and they didn't refuse. 

[EJL2023]

On 7/1/2023 at 6:10 PM, JDincalif said:

During an Alaskan port stop J purchased an ulu knife, which was (unsurprisingly, in retrospect) on return to ship confiscated by security. J was provided with a signed receipt which, when presented to guest services, allowed for return of the item the night prior to disembarkation.

That’s nice they were confident J had no intention of going on a rampage that last night on the cruise!! Probably figured you were too busy packing!!! Just kidding by the way. 🤣

Edited July 10, 2023 by EJL2023

[EJL2023]

6 minutes ago, grmmybtty said:

I brought a heating pad onboard with no problem. I didn't ask and they didn't refuse. 

Thanks! Now I know better than to ask! 

[chengkp75]

On 7/1/2023 at 6:08 PM, grifdoglover said:

I bring a brush/iron everywhere but it does have auto shutoff…

 

On 7/1/2023 at 6:15 PM, EJL2023 said:

How about a heating pad with an automatic shutoff?

"Auto shutoff" on a heating device, of any sort, is the most frequently failed part of the appliance.