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Can I bring a curling iron on MSC cruise?

All cabins come equipped with a hair dryer, and baby bottle warmers are available throughout the ship. Hair straighteners and curlers are, however, accepted.



Generally, no, you cannot bring your own curling iron or hair straightener on an MSC cruise in 2026 due to strict fire safety protocols. MSC Cruises classifies any "heat-generating device" (including kettles, irons, and hot plates) as a potential fire hazard. A supportive peer "beauty" workaround: every MSC cabin comes equipped with a standard hairdryer. If you absolutely require a curling iron, you may be able to use the services at the on-board Aurea Spa, where professional styling tools are available. Some guests report that travel-sized curling irons are occasionally permitted if they have an automatic shut-off feature, but they are often confiscated at security and held until the end of the cruise. To avoid the "security line headache," it is best to leave the heating tools at home and embrace the "beach hair" look or book a session with the on-board stylists.

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Luggage limit per person Each guest is limited to checking in: two suitcases per person* (not exceeding 90x75x43 cm in size and 23 kg in weight per bag) two pieces of hand luggage per person* (not exceeding 56x45x25 cm in size and 23 kg in weight per bag).

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MSC, understandably, is now staggering times but they did not offer a choice and there is no possibility of changing the time they assign. If you miss the assigned time, you will be allowed 1 hour leeway to board late.

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Most guests bring $50-$120 cash per day to spend during the cruise. You will have many opportunities to purchase duty free goods, take exciting shore excursions, buy local souvenirs, play your chance in the casino, or enjoy some pampering in the spa.

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Read on for our list of what not to bring on a cruise.
  1. Household Appliances Like Irons and Coffeemakers. The clothes iron -- that keystone to a frump-free formal night -- is, as far as we can tell, banned industry-wide. ...
  2. Weapons and Restraints. ...
  3. Liquor or Beer. ...
  4. Books. ...
  5. Toys That Will Get You in Trouble.


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MSC Dress Code: Formal and Casual Get Equal Billing On those nights, the main dining room requires men to wear suits or jackets and ties, and cocktail dresses for women. In the evenings, T-shirts and shorts are not permitted in the ships' public areas. No swimwear is allowed in the main dining rooms.

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