Can you go on a cruise at 18?


Can you go on a cruise at 18? Travelers under the age of 21 must travel with a passenger who is at least 21 years old. At least one passenger in every cabin must be 16 years old or older; for cabins with solely guests under the age of 21, their reservation must be linked to that of a parent or legal guardian in another cabin.


Are there any 18 cruises?

Virgin Voyages offers an adults-only retreat for guests ages 18 and older. The line currently has two sister ships: Scarlet Lady – the first in the fleet – and Valiant Lady.


What can an 18 year old do on a cruise ship?

Sit by the pool, relax and enjoy the ocean view. Read a book. Play games on your phone/tablet, do a crossword book. Participate in ship activities - mini golf, court sports, cornhole.


Can you go on a cruise pregnant?

All the major cruise lines have the same pregnancy policy: Guests are allowed to cruise through their 23rd week of pregnancy. If you will enter your 24th week before or any time during your cruise, you are not allowed to sail.


What happens if you get caught underage drinking on a cruise?

If you break ship rules by drinking underage you can expect a stern verbal and written warning to you and your parents upon your first offense. If you do it again, your entire party (you, your parents and any other siblings) will be put off the ship at the next stop.


What happens on adults only cruises?

Most cruise lines offer kids-free pools and/or sun decks, as well as age restrictions on casinos, spas (save those that allow teen treatments with parental supervision) and most nightclubs and bars after certain hours. Some ships even have adults-only restaurants.


What can a 16 year old do on a cruise?

At night, supervised teen programming may include interactive games, video game or arcade play, and late-night dance parties. The teen lounges will likely be open for general socializing, as well.


Is Virgin cruises adult only?

While we cater for the young at heart, Virgin Voyages offer strictly adult-only cruises. Sure, the little ones would probably love life at sea, but we want you to discover your inner child – not have to look after one.


Does a 17 year old need a passport for a cruise?

Children aged 17 years and under will require a passport or Birth Certificate to travel or government issued photo ID.


Can you drink on a cruise at 18 Princess cruise?

When sailing from North America, the legal drinking age on Princess Cruises is 21. However, when sailing from Europe, Asia, South America, Australia and New Zealand, the legal drinking age is 18.


Can an 18 year old go on a Carnival cruise alone?

Guests are required to be 21 years of age (on embarkation day) to travel on their own. Guest ages will be verified at embarkation. Guests not conforming to this policy will result in denied boarding and no compensation will be provided at embarkation.


Can 18 year olds drink on cruises in Europe?

The minimum age to consume alcohol on Royal Caribbean International ships on sailings from South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand is eighteen (18). The minimum age to consume alcohol at all private destinations remains twenty-one (21) without regard to where the sailing originated.


How strict are cruise ships with alcohol?

Any hard liquor, beer, other forms of alcoholic beverage, and non-alcoholic beverages, outside of the exceptions referenced above, are strictly prohibited (in both carry-on and checked luggage) and such items will be confiscated and discarded, and no compensation will be provided, states Carnival Cruise Line's ...


Can you be 19 and go on a cruise by yourself?

Rules for cruising alone on Carnival: Passengers must be 21 years old as of embarkation day to travel on their own. Travelers under the age of 21 must travel with a relative or guardian (doesn't need to be a legal guardian) who is at least 25 years old.


Does an 18 year old need a passport to cruise?

Cruising to/from a foreign homeport: Any time your embarkation or debarkation port is in a foreign country, all cruisers (kids and adults) need to carry valid passports.


Can 18 year olds drink on Norwegian cruise lines?

The minimum drinking age for all alcoholic beverages on Norwegian Cruise Line ships is 21. Guests who are 18 - 20 years of age can purchase and consume beer or wine when the ship is in international waters (3 miles out of US territorial waters). The age modification does not apply for Alaska and Hawaii sailings.


What is a loop cruise?

Photo by Heather Shevlin/Unsplash. A closed-loop cruise is a cruise that departs from and returns to the same U.S. port and remains in the Western Hemisphere. As such, it does not require the passengers to have a U.S. passport—even if the itinerary visits some international ports along the way.


Can I get off a cruise ship without a passport?

U.S. citizens on closed-loop cruises will be able to enter or depart the country with proof of citizenship, such as an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL), a government-issued birth certificate (issued by the Vital Records Department in the state where he or she was born) or passport, and if 16 or older, a government ...


Do I have to pay for a 2 year old on Carnival cruise?

Cruise fares are per person which includes children and infants. When traveling with two full fare guests, additional guests in the same stateroom pay a discounted cruise fare.


What forms of ID are acceptable for a cruise?

For U.S. Sailings only, U.S. Citizens may cruise using an official US state-issued Birth Certificate and a supporting Government Issued Photo ID, like a driver's license or an identity card.