How Do I Obtain Luggage Tags?
Luggage tags are on the last page of your cruise documents; you can print as many as are needed by following the steps below:
Access your Booking > View Cruise Details > Select the view cruise documents link from the To-Do List section
*Printing your luggage tags in color is not required.
Does Carnival Cruise Lines Offer Transportation Service Between the Airport and Pier?
Yes, Carnival offers transportation services at most ports.
Are There Luggage Restrictions?
In order to maintain a safe and secure environment, Carnival prohibits guests from bringing certain items on board, i.e., weapons, candles, irons, alcohol, or other dangerous goods. According to our policy, Carnival conducts security scanning of all baggage and if prohibited items are found, they will be removed and stored on board for safekeeping until the end of the voyage. The retained item(s) will be available for collection in onboard designated location on the morning of debarkation. Unsealed liquids that are prohibited will be discarded, as well as any unclaimed items left after the voyage, and no compensation will be given in either case. For additional information, please refer to the terms and conditions of your cruise ticket contract.
We suggest all luggage be unlocked before turning over to the porters in order to avoid any inconvenience to you or delay in delivering the luggage to your stateroom. Should you choose not to unlock your bags and prohibited items are found during screening, your luggage will be retained until you can open it in front of security personnel.
Guests, 21 years of age and older, may bring one bottle (750ml) of wine or champagne, per person, only in their carry-on luggage.
Guests are encouraged to limit their checked luggage to two suitcases per person, with each suitcase not to weigh more than 50 pounds and not exceed 16″H x 24″W (no length restrictions). Please attach your Carnival Cruise Lines luggage tags PRIOR to leaving home and make sure that they are still on your bags when checking in with us. In many ports, guests have the option of carrying luggage on board at embarkation and off the ship at the end of the cruise as long as it does not exceed 16″H x 24″W (no length restrictions). This is an advantage you may want to consider as it will allow for quicker easier access to your bags. Please note that Carnival assumes no responsibility for carry-on luggage.
Alternatively, curbside porters are available at the pier to take luggage to the vessel for delivery to your stateroom by shipboard personnel. Customary tip is $1 per bag. Please be sure each piece of luggage is unlocked and has a tag listing your name and stateroom number. Curbside porters are not employees of Carnival; therefore, if you experience any problems, please report them to porter management on site. Any luggage left at the pier will be forwarded at your expense. Claims for luggage loss or damage must be made in writing to the debarkation personnel prior to leaving the pier area.
If you are traveling by air, we strongly recommend that you contact your air carrier to obtain their luggage allowance policy for the maximum number, size and weight of bags that each guest is allowed at no charge. Guests are responsible for luggage fees, excess luggage charges as well as any other charges imposed by air carriers or airports. We recommend that each guest verify with the airline representative that their luggage is checked-in to their final destination.
NOTE: There is limited porter service on 2/3-day Cruises-to-Nowhere.
LARGE COOLERS RESTRICTION:
Carnival Cruise Lines does not allow guests to bring large coolers on board its vessels. However small, personal-sized coolers, no larger than 12”H x 12”W x 12”L for the purpose of housing small quantities of non-alcoholic beverages and/or medications are permitted as carry-on luggage. Screening and movement of large coolers through embarkation is an impediment to the boarding and security screening process; therefore, large coolers are not permitted as carry-on or checked luggage.
DEBARKATION BAGGAGE ADVICE:
While on board, you will be given numbered debarkation tags to place on your luggage. Please fill out the information on the back of the tag and remember your zone number. When your zone is called, please proceed off the vessel to claim your luggage. It is easy to pick up the wrong bag, so check to make sure your name is on it. If your luggage is left at the pier, it will be forwarded to you at your expense. Claims for lost or damaged luggage must be made in writing with our debarkation personnel before you leave the pier area.
Can I Use My Cell Phone On The Ship?
Yes, cell phone service is available on all ships in the Carnival fleet. While your ship is at sea, the cellular system is activated and you can make and receive calls, send and receive text messages, as well as view emails and browse the Internet with over 300 carriers worldwide. International roaming rates apply and are set and billed by your home carrier. Charges will appear on your regular cell phone bill. Please contact your carrier before your cruise to check rates for each service and ensure your plan allows you to roam. For more information, visit www.cellularatsea.com.
Are there restrictions on what we can bring aboard?
To ensure a safe environment, certain items are prohibited onboard. Confiscated items will not be returned or compensated.
Confiscated Items
- Alcohol (hard liquor, beer) in sealed/unopened containers
- Wine/champagne beyond 1 × 750ml bottle per adult (carry-on at embarkation only)
- Clothing irons & steamers (laundry facilities provided)
- Electrical appliances (coffee makers, hot plates, toasters, etc.)
- Candles, heating pads, incense, hookahs
Prohibited Items (disposed of before boarding)
- Large coolers, alcohol in unsealed containers
- Firearms, ammunition, replica or toy weapons
- Explosives, fireworks, stun guns, pepper spray, batons, martial arts weapons, brass knuckles, handcuffs
- Compressed gas cylinders
- Knives/blades >4” (dive knives stored with Guest Services)
- Dive tanks, spears/slings
- Flammable liquids (e.g., lighter fluid)
- Scissors >4” (large craft scissors stored like dive knives)
- Medical marijuana
- Bicycles, surfboards (boogie boards ≤42” allowed in port), scooters (mobility only), boats/canoes, Segways
- Footwear with wheels, lasers, EPIRBs
Allowed with Restrictions
- Grooming Devices (hair dryers, irons, shavers) – allowed if safe; may be removed if hazardous
- Electronics (laptops, cameras, phones) – allowed if safe
- Electrical Devices (fans, power strips, extension cords) – removed if hazardous
- Medical Oxygen – must be delivered to Guest Services for storage
- Small Coolers (≤12”x12”x12”) – for non-alcoholic drinks/medication only
- Service Animals – pre-approved only
- Flowers/Plants – allowed onboard but not off in U.S. ports
- Musical Instruments – may be confiscated if noise complaints arise
- Radios/Boom Boxes – headphones required in public
- Wrapped Gifts – may need to be unwrapped for inspection
- DVD/Game Consoles – only in suites; must bring RCA cables
- Fishing Catches – cannot be brought onboard
- Floatation Devices – only life preservers in pools
- For Port Use Only – snorkel gear, skateboards, golf clubs, fishing rods, tennis rackets, kites, roller skates/blades, metal detectors, boogie boards (≤42”)
What to wear?
Casual attire is the order of the day. We suggest shorts, sundresses, tank tops, etc. for the ladies, and for men; shorts, polo shirts, T-shirts, etc. will do. We suggest you wear rubber-soled, low heeled or flat shoes for extra traction while onboard. The use of any footwear with wheels, including but not limited, to Heelys© shoes, is prohibited on board our ships. For dining you may want to dress up a bit and/or bring along a light sports jacket or cardigan.
Most evenings we have a Cruise Casual dress code, but there are those Cruise Elegant evenings one or two nights throughout your “Fun Ship” voyage, where you will have the opportunity to showcase your more elegant attire. For those who want casual attire for dinner time, the Lido Restaurant is open nightly, and has a more relaxed theme. However, shirts and shoes/footwear (flip-flops) must be worn at all times inside the Lido Restaurant.
Both dress codes for the dining rooms are described below:
Cruise Casual Dining Dress Code: Gentlemen – Sport slacks, khakis, jeans (no cut-offs), dress shorts (long), collared sport shirts; Ladies – Casual dresses, casual skirts or pants and blouses, summer dresses, Capri pants, dress shorts, jeans (no cut-offs).
Not permitted in the dining room during the Cruise Casual dinner for ladies and gentlemen: shorts, gym shorts, basketball shorts, beach flip-flops, bathing suit attire, cut-off jeans, sleeveless shirts for men and baseball hats.
Cruise Elegant Dining Dress Code: Gentlemen – Dress slacks, dress shirts. We also suggest a sport coat. If you wish to wear suits and ties or tuxedos, by all means we invite you to do so. Ladies – Cocktail dresses, pantsuits, elegant skirts and blouses; if you‘d like to show off your evening gowns, that’s great too!
Not permitted in the dining room during the Cruise Elegant dinner for ladies and gentlemen: shorts, gym shorts, T-shirts, beach flip-flops, bathing suit attire, jeans, cut-off jeans, sleeveless shirts for men, sportswear, and baseball hats.
Special Sailings
For Canada/New England/Alaska cruises: Sweaters, lightweight jackets and raincoats are suggested. Casual clothes that can be layered easily are highly recommended. Bring a heavier sweater if you are traveling to the glaciers, along with a raincoat and umbrella, because it is often cold and windy in such areas.
For South America and Europe cruises: Comfortable shoes and a just-in-case raincoat. Bring a sweater if you are traveling to the glaciers, along with a raincoat and umbrella, because it is often cold and windy in such areas. Special note: It is essential that you wear the proper apparel when visiting the Vatican and other religious sites (no bare legs or shoulders).
Are passports required?
Carnival requires guests to provide proper travel documentation in order to travel. The passport requirement does NOT apply to U.S. citizens traveling to or returning directly from a U.S. territory. Non-U.S Citizens must contact the appropriate Consulates, U.S. Embassy and U.S. Immigration office to inquire about necessary travel documentation. Carnival assumes no responsibility for advising guests of Immigration requirements.
It is recommended that all guests travel with a valid passport during their cruise. This will enable guests to fly from the U.S. to meet their ship at the first port should they miss their scheduled embarkation and allow guests that must disembark the ship before their cruise ends due to an emergency to fly back to the U.S without significant delays and complications. It is also recommended that all guests travel with a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond completion of travel.
*If you need to obtain a passport quickly, Carnival recommends that you contact ZVS at http://www.zvs.com/carnival or by phone: 1-866-788-1100. Callers should mention that they are sailing on Carnival to receive discounted service fees.
If I bring my own laptop, do I need to pay for the internet service onboard?
Internet Café & WiFi Services
Carnival offers satellite Internet access via WiFi throughout the ship (including cabins) and in the 24-hour Internet Café.
Internet Café
- Open 24 hours with individual terminals for web browsing, email, and CruisE-mail™ (most ships).
- Café Manager available during posted hours for assistance.
- Terminals run Windows XP with Office readers (view only, no editing/saving).
- On personal laptops, files can be read, edited, and saved normally.
Wireless Access
- Compatible with most WiFi-enabled devices (laptops, tablets, smartphones).
- Supports 802.11b wireless standard.
- VPN access allowed only for certain connection types (not IPSec or PPTP). Contact your IT department for settings—crew cannot adjust them onboard.
Pricing (same for Café or personal devices)
- 480 min – $159 USD
- 240 min – $89 USD
- 120 min – $59 USD
- 45 min – $29 USD
- Pay As You Go – $0.75/min
- One-time activation fee: $3.95 per user (first login only)
- Printing: $0.50/job
- No refunds for unused minutes; plans can’t be upgraded mid-cruise.
- Time Plans are transferable between devices and can be used anytime until disembarkation.
Other Services
- Boarding passes can be printed in the Internet Café (printing/time charges apply).
- Limited laptop rentals available (pricing onboard).
Pre-Cruise Checklist
- WiFi-enabled devices & power supplies
- Fully charged batteries
- Data cables for pictures
- Headphones
- Privacy screen (optional)
Best Practices
- Use “lite” or mobile versions of websites for faster loading (e.g., m.facebook.com, m.yahoo.com).
- Consider apps optimized for your device.
- Try alternate browsers (Chrome, Opera, Safari, Firefox).
- Log out and disconnect WiFi after each session to avoid slowing speeds.
- For faster performance, choose text-only, low-resolution, or no-media options.
- Discuss VPN restrictions with your IT department before sailing.
Important Notes
- Satellite Internet is slower than home broadband and may be interrupted by weather or ship location.
- Data travels via satellites 22,000 miles above Earth, causing higher latency.
