amenuensis Posted March 27, 2009 #1 Share Posted March 27, 2009 My husband and son want to know if they can bring a wooden bat on board to practice swings. My son is in a tournament the day we dis-embark and needs to take some practice swings, they were thinking they could use the golf area that is netted on days when the ship is in port and fairly empty. They also want to bring a football -- I can't imagine that being a problem. Does anyone know if the bat will be allowed on board? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nparmelee Posted March 27, 2009 #2 Share Posted March 27, 2009 That's one to definitely call the cruise line about and get a firm answer. Maybe even something in writing. Are you flying to your departure port? If you, you may also want to check with the airlines about their rules these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrp96 Posted March 27, 2009 #3 Share Posted March 27, 2009 I don't see it on Carnival's prohibited items list so it should be okay. The one thing I would say is don't bring a bat that is irreplaceable in case it isn't allowed and has to be left behind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzin w chris Posted March 28, 2009 #4 Share Posted March 28, 2009 ???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nitnyleo Posted March 28, 2009 #5 Share Posted March 28, 2009 I don't see it on Carnival's prohibited items list so it should be okay. The one thing I would say is don't bring a bat that is irreplaceable in case it isn't allowed and has to be left behind. At worst, it wouldn't be left behind . . . it would be locked up with the confiscated booze and given back at disembarkation. I don't see a problem. But, perhaps your son could show up in his uniform with his glove, bat and ball and nobody would give it a second thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langley Cruisers Posted March 29, 2009 #6 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Wow, that's a new one on me. Honestly, I would consider a baseball bat to be a weapon, and I wouldn' think it would be allowed. Also not so sure about the football - - all it takes is one nervous passenger close to wear you are throwing the football and I can see the deck patrol shutting you down. Hmm. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45014 Posted March 29, 2009 #7 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Wow, that's a new one on me. Honestly, I would consider a baseball bat to be a weapon, and I wouldn' think it would be allowed. Also not so sure about the football - - all it takes is one nervous passenger close to wear you are throwing the football and I can see the deck patrol shutting you down. Hmm. :cool: Exactly what I would say. I don't think you would be allowed to take it on a plane, as it could be used as a weapon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crule Posted March 29, 2009 #8 Share Posted March 29, 2009 You *CAN* take a weapon on a plane - just not in your carry-on baggage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carnivalcrew Posted March 29, 2009 #9 Share Posted March 29, 2009 because of the risk they could be used as a weapin, they don't alow them. imagine if the wrong person got there hands on the bat!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserbryce Posted March 29, 2009 #10 Share Posted March 29, 2009 dont see an issue with it, but I can see how it would fall into the grey area Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TropicOne Posted March 29, 2009 #11 Share Posted March 29, 2009 I really do not see Carnival letting someone walk around on board with a baseball bat. From the Carnival contract Section 4f: Weapons, firearms, ammunitions, explosives, incendiary devices, or other dangerous goods are strictly prohibited aboard the vessel. The Guest warrants that no such articles are contained in any receptacle or container carried or presented by him as baggage. Carnival may deny boarding to any Guest traveling with any weapons, firearms, ammunitions, explosives, incendiary devices, or other dangerous goods and no refund of the cruise fare will be issued. Carnival will confiscate and turn over to the appropriate governmental authorities any of the above articles found on the Guest or his baggage. The Guest will be solely responsible for any and all damage and/or loss caused by his violation of this policy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KULPN Posted March 29, 2009 #12 Share Posted March 29, 2009 My husband and son want to know if they can bring a wooden bat on board to practice swings. My son is in a tournament the day we dis-embark and needs to take some practice swings, they were thinking they could use the golf area that is netted on days when the ship is in port and fairly empty. They also want to bring a football -- I can't imagine that being a problem. Does anyone know if the bat will be allowed on board? I honestly don't know. But I wouldn't want someone doing batting practice or playing football around me. What if he hits the ball off the ship? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
can786 Posted March 30, 2009 #13 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I honestly don't know. But I wouldn't want someone doing batting practice or playing football around me. What if he hits the ball off the ship? As the mother of a 16 year old who plays baseball I can vouch for the fact that you don't need a ball to take practice swings. It is all in the form and swing and no ball is required to practice this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaleighNC Posted March 30, 2009 #14 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Never been on a cruise, but I would be very surprised if they allowed it onboard. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachchick Posted March 30, 2009 #15 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Football: Actually, I can and do imagine it would be a problem. There is simply not enough open space for throwing a football onboard. I mean, there is "room" on some outdoor decks, but at all times you run the risk of hitting another pax with the ball. People walk in and out and around all the time, so I can see how the cruise line would not allow a football to be used onboard. I certainly wouldn't want someone on deck throwing one around. They could bring it to use in ports I suppose, but not on the ship. The bat, I have no idea. You need to contact the cruise line and ask because it's something that's likely to fall into the "might be a weapon" category. beachchick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caribsun Posted March 30, 2009 #16 Share Posted March 30, 2009 It's okay for Golf clubs onboard so I would bring the bat and use it in the netting area of the golf simulator. Bring the football for the beach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Hag Posted March 30, 2009 #17 Share Posted March 30, 2009 It's okay for Golf clubs onboard so I would bring the bat and use it in the netting area of the golf simulator. Bring the football for the beach. That's exactly what I was thinking! Personally, I think a person could do as much damage with a golf club used as a weapon as they could with a baseball bat. But who can tell what the cruiseline thinks1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfman Posted March 30, 2009 #18 Share Posted March 30, 2009 :( Let your son have a Vacation. HE WILL NOT FORGET HOW TO SWING A BASEBALL BAT IN 1 WEEK. what an unbelievable thought :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langley Cruisers Posted March 31, 2009 #19 Share Posted March 31, 2009 :( Let your son have a Vacation.HE WILL NOT FORGET HOW TO SWING A BASEBALL BAT IN 1 WEEK. That was my thought, also. EDITED to add: OP has posted elsewhere on the boards; this is what OP Stated on their roll call forum: I called Carnival and got an answer, no baseball bats on board. They would view it as a weapon. I'm fine with that!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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