As of early 2026, Royal Caribbean's smoking policy in the casino has become significantly more restrictive to accommodate the growing demand for smoke-free environments. Traditionally, Casino Royale was one of the few interior spaces where smoking was permitted, typically divided into a "smoking section" and a "non-smoking section." However, on the newest ships like Utopia of the Seas and Icon of the Seas, Royal Caribbean has introduced entirely smoke-free secondary casinos or has converted previous lounges (like "The Attic") into non-smoking gaming annexes. On most other ships in the fleet, smoking is still permitted only for guests who are actively gambling in the designated smoking areas of the casino; "vaping" and e-cigarettes are subject to the same rules. Cigars and pipes are strictly prohibited inside the casino and must be taken to the designated outdoor smoking stations, usually located on the starboard side of an upper deck. If you are a non-smoker, the "pro-tip" for 2026 is to look for the "Non-Smoking" signage or utilize the newer ships where the ventilation systems and dedicated clean-air zones are much more advanced and effective.