Royal Caribbean Just BANNED This On Their Ships

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Thinking about recharging on your Icon of the Seas cruise? Royal Caribbean has released a new list of BANNED Items on their Cruise Ships. If you're hoping to charge your iPhone 16 on your Royal Caribbean Cruise, THINK AGAIN... Because the cruise line just banned multi plug cruise power outlets & power adapters.
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[@TheresaForino]

The biggest problem with this is for people like my husband who use a CPAP machine. With so many ships without outlets near the beds. We bring a non-surgprotected extension cord that we run along the ceiling with magnetic hooks so he can sleep at night. We had tried asking for one on the ship to provide, but they never have one available, so we, of course, bring our own. This is a medical device that these people need to use. So unless cruise lines want to make sure they have plenty to hand out, they better not be stricked on CPAP users.

[@Arcade-fix]

Cruise lines will supply a cord if needed. You just have to request it.

[@TheresaForino]

@Arcade-fix read the whole thing that I wrote! As I said, they never have enough of them!

[@Reed-2big]

@@Arcade-fix Not always, the last one they brought us was 6 ft and it had to go across the room!

[@lauramullinax6796]

My husband & I both use cpaps and agree they need to have outlets at the bedside on both sides!

[@LostinMayberry]

We’re going to pack our extension in the cpap bag itself. We carried ours on last time, hopefully no issues!

[@stevenz2234]

How can you have a phone free dinner when many of the cruise lines want you to use the QR code on your phone for the menu?

[@Fluffyunicorns33]

If you ask they will provide you with a physical menu at dinner.

[@MP-yq3ge]

Life hack... request a menu. 💡

[@TheresaForino]

Exactly, they are making you use your phone in the MDR to look at the menus.

[@yhz2pvd]

@@Fluffyunicorns33missing the point I think, yes we can ask for a paper menu, the point is, more and more cruise lines are pushing people to use their app to do EVERYTHING……

[@MamaS1990]

Because if you ask them, they will provide a menu

[@leighmchenry9118]

If Royal was smart, they would come up with an approved multi-plug outlet and sell it themselves.

[@imlon2]

Was thinking the same thing.

[@imlon2]

I mean just put more plugs in the rooms for options.

[@leighmchenry9118]

@@imlon2 I wish they would add bedside lamps with extra outlet or usb. It would be cost prohibitive on older ships to add outlets. They did a great job on Utopia though.

[@OntarioAndrews415]

But if it's a safety reason then it's a safety reason. They give that reason so they cannot say - but come on board and buy one from us. All such components have specs so I could just go out and buy one that meets the same specs of the one they offer. Then what can they say? They would probably still try to deny it, but then they would look like money hungry bastards.

[@tduck828]

They are money hungry bastards. Its not an issue on other lines. NCL banned door decorations stating they are fire hazards...hahaha no they aren't ....

[@chrismcdonnell1695]

And don't forget to look for USB plugs on the back of the TV (if its a moveable one). Saved us many times.

[@keithnewton8981]

This are data ports as well do you want to plug your mobile ir tablet into a port that exchanges data hacking is an issue everywhere today

[@dfair]

@@keithnewton8981you don’t have to just charge your phone. We use many devices that recharge via USB. Toothbrushes, Bluetooth earbuds, etc etc

[@Reed-2big]

@@keithnewton8981 There’s an adapter for that case that blocks data. Mines red so I can see I took care of the issue.

[@evelynwalden3449]

We are on a royal ship right now, and they normally give us an extension cord for my husbands cpap. He recently needs another plug for a heart monitor and another for his medicine. I showed our stateroom attendant the problem, and we were able to use a 10 ft extension cord with multiple outlets.

[@GygaxGirl]

They gave it to you ?

[@evelynwalden3449]

No they gave us 2 extension cords with only one plug​@GygaxGirl We purchased the 10 ft extension cord with the multiple outlets on Amazon. Cruise approved

[@Reed-2big]

Once it’s understood things get a whole lot better. Did you bring the cord?

[@tduck828]

I agree with another commenter...if RC gave you appropriate outlets in the room, you wouldn't even need this!! I was on vision with 4 adults in the room and 1 yes ONE functioning plug....ridiculous.

[@jeffcanto]

BS

[@tduck828]

Glad you were there.

[@timothydonlan9112]

The ship was built in 1996 or 1998, if I remember correctly. Electrical systems back then were not designed for today's needs and renovating to today's needs would essentially require taking the ship completely apart, installing new cabins and electrical systems, and putting it back together. Not financially feasible.

[@rustynail6819]

Funny, battery banks can be way more dangerous than a multi outlet. Totally ridiculous.

[@joannekearney5329]

They seem to be worse.... from what I have read a lithium battery fire is hard to put out... and if the battery malfunctions... would be a big problem. might be better to have a few thousand multiplug adaptors vs comparable number of battery banks...

[@chezellis]

I always have mine in LiPo bags, just in case.

[@LarryVotruba]

@rustynail6819 yup, lithium batteries can't travel in checked bags on an airplane.

[@OffbeatMotors]

When I’ve sailed with Royal out of Galveston for the last few years, they have taken my multi plug adapter (non surge protector) every time I have tried to bring one. They have always said that they were not allowed. Yet when I sail with Carnival right next door, I’ve had zero issues bringing them.

[@rgreer974]

I carry mine in my CPAP bag with me. They haven't taken it since.

[@downundarob]

If I cant bring it, then they should supply it.

[@gamemaster56789]

For free

[@musicladyelaine]

Exactly

[@Mooses_on_the_move]

This!!! They need to upgrade their cabins then and provide at least 5-6 usb ports plus sockets

[@LisaMorgan-r2j]

I have to bring extension cord. I have a CPAP machine. They never have a plug close to the bed so I always have an extension cord.

[@brucefrytz8611]

As long as the item is NOT surge protected, there shouldn't be a safety concern. And if they would simply provide enough outlets or USB ports in the room, this wouldn't even be a subject of conversation.

[@njjeff201]

@@brucefrytz8611 What does surge protection have to do with fire protection or an item overheating? Strip surge protectors are kinda useless actually; nothing more than a cap typically.

[@philipwaldorf]

​@@njjeff201if you have a faulty surge protector or overload it, they can cause a fire by overheating or melting especially if you plug one into another.

[@brucefrytz8611]

@njjeff201 The electrical systems on ships are wired a little bit differently than what they are on land, and surge protectors on power strips can cause adverse issues. If they find a power strip in your luggage that has surge protection built in, they will confiscate it if you try bringing it aboard.

[@timlaunyc]

It's not surge protection. It's actually the power cord. If the wires in the cord (as in actual copper, not just filler like rubber insulation) are too thin, it's a fire risk.

[@stevegeist3798]

@@timlaunyc No, it is surge protectors. Nothing to do with thin wires. Ships are wired very differently than houses and ordinary surge protectors can overheat and burn up, and they can also trip protective devices in the wiring which will inconvenience a lot of people as multiple cabins lose power.

[@steve1la]

on RC when you make reservations ask for a CPAP setup (extension card and distilled water) and it will be waiting in the cabin when you board at no charge if it's not just ask the cabin steward. You can also ask for a cooler for your insulin and a box for used needles if you are diabetic

[@Reed-2big]

That’s not always true. I always ask for 2 extension cords and rarely get even 1! NCL told me to bring my own. The distilled water is more reliable but not 100 %.

[@steve1la]

@@Reed-2big not sure about NCL but for Royal Carbian it works for me

[@Reed-2big]

@@steve1la I’ve had power strips taken away on Royal in Australia and Miami. In Australia they gave it back to me after they checked it. At first they told me I had to use theirs which was only Australian: I didn’t have enough adapters for that. In Miami they left it ashore. I’ve been to the naughty room to open my bag because they saw a plug. It was a curling iron. Royal as we were coming back from the pandemic brought me a 6 ft cord -- ONE! Is strung at bed height. I was told there were no others. I’ve always filed the special needs papers to include the extension cords. When I did that for NCL out of port Canaveral they said bring your own, we won’t be responsible or similar words. And they told me to bring my own distilled water which we couldn’t do, but we got that. In non accessible rooms. Royal is hit or miss, but I’ve moved to accessible only. NCL was unwilling to consider the cord, but the room steward offered one. On Crystal before the bankruptcy I asked for a cord and when I came back I thought they hadn’t brought on. The room steward had strung it around the room over the curtains etc so it didn’t show, but it was definitely there. For accessible rooms. Royal is problematic. Azamara normal gives me a cord, but they’ve redone the rooms so now there is one large 220v plug near the bed. We just asked them to check the power strip so we could use both CPAPs. Similarly Celebrity now has on the bed side wall. Oceania gave us a cord, I think, or the plugs were by the bed. Seaborne I didn’t have an issue. MSC has very long cord for which you put a $50 deposit down for. I’m not sure they can be bought for that little now! MSC also has trouble with distilled water. Last time I talked to Guest relations I suggested they weren’t understanding the word distilled as guest service was able to bring me the water. At other times they seemed to be giving me distilled sea water, that was reasonable until one morning my water chamber was completely white -- what a mess. Our biggest problem now is that as of 2018, we now need 2 cords and they resist those. We did carry a construction grade tap that made a single cord to allow for 3 plugs. And I still have a mobility device to charge overnight too, but I prefer not to put it on an extension cord. I know TMI, but yes by all means request cords and water early. Just be aware that it doesn’t always go smoothly.

[@garyclark9807]

I have to play g in a bipap machine and small oxygenator for sleep. Will the ship provide an extension cord.

[@cruisecrazy7066]

If RCL banns multi-plugs....I shall ban RCL.

[@JustMe-ep9fr]

On the recent Ultimate World Cruise on Serenade OTS, there was a fire in one of the passenger cabins. A World Cruiser shared this information: " the passengers in the cabin had a multiport charger, which they plugged into the outlet, plugged in their devices and left the charger and the devices on the bed. The passengers then left the cabin. Sometime later the bedding caught fire, the smoke detector went off and the sprinklers in the cabin went off. The crew's fire control team then entered the cabin to extinguish the blaze." Wonder if this recent event is part of the renewed emphasis on what plugs are allowed and what plugs aren't allowed.

[@JennyCruiseCommander]

For sure. And the thing is no one is supposed to leave charging items on a bed or any material for the very reason that it’s a terrible fire hazard. We’ve been hearing about that for years. People just don’t care. So sad.

[@MidshipsCruise]

Thanks for the info. I'll do some digging!

[@MidshipsCruise]

I think they're training the cabin crew to unplug the adapters if left unattended.

[@GiggleGoddess88]

Left it on the bed?! 🤦‍♀️

[@njjeff201]

@@JustMe-ep9fr People don’t understand laptops get HOT but still use them in bed. Charging or not don’t use laptops in / on bed. Phones should not be charged constantly as all night. Bad for the battery. They should be unplugged when done; this will also increase battery life. Better to unplug @90% then to overcharge

[@JennyCruiseCommander]

The thing about the idea of charging items while out at dinner or wherever - many room stewards are required to unplug items that are charging when the guests are not in the room. All as another safety method. So that idea wouldn’t work either. Royal better never ban the multi-USB charger.

[@Fluffyunicorns33]

The other thing when charging your phone at dinner is that if you have them clean your room when you are at dinner is that the room steward might steal your phone. I know there are cameras everywhere on a cruise but at the same time cameras don’t stop people. They can be fired for stealing but that doesn’t get you your phone back.

[@margierites7407]

We were on the Beyond in August and the room attendant kept unplugging our multi-usb charger when he made up the room.

[@Fluffyunicorns33]

@@margierites7407 when it comes to cruising they are terrified of fires on board the ship because if a fire happens at sea there is no where to run from it. As a result they try there absolute best to have as little chance of a fire happening as possible. That can include unplugging cords when you are away and banning items that have a chance of catching on fire. The rooms are purposefully made of metal because metal is more fire resistant than other materials. That is why they have changed their rules of what is allowed on a ship.

[@Reed-2big]

@@Fluffyunicorns33 I grew up terrified of fire, so I get it! I now own a fire bag for my wheelchair batteries. They’re not normally left in the room charging as I need at least one in the chair, but for the airlines we’ve started using the extra steps. We’ve told stewards it’s okay to unplug most things and shown them where we’d like them disconnected should we happen to forget. Often they quite unplugging the CPAPs unless they accidentally turn it on!

[@Fluffyunicorns33]

@@Reed-2big there was a cruise I went on that we were fine for our sailing but the sailing right after us the ship caught on fire. Luckily it happened and they were at port so about 2/3 of the people were off the ship and enjoying the port but that can happen at any point during the trip at anytime. This case it happened to be the smoke stack on fire but that isn’t always the case.

[@Reed-2big]

It’s been a while but the last time I needed a multi plug item was because they couldn’t supply the extension cord nor any other solution for even one CPAPs, much less two! We ended unplugging a lamp using a plug converter and then a power strip be bought that fits European plugs. But yes we’ve had us power strips taken from us, one left in the port. They’ve often had to return them. For the above we were trying not to use it! As for leaving things charging while out of the room that’s what many cruise lines are trying to stop! I do think it could be fun to see the whole ship saying I’m sorry I don’t have a phone to read the menu with as I’m having to charge it because there aren’t enough usb outlets in the cabin!

[@andrewsabol5045]

Thanks for the updates Captain Corey 👍

[@ThomasTravelsWorld]

A USB hub is going to be the best alternative here one plug multiple charging points and it’s not considered an outlet

[@joannekearney5329]

rule is one item per plug... even a plug with only multiple usb ports is apparently banned as well... based on what RCL told me vi FB messaging to them

[@janinecroteau5946]

I spoke to them in April and they said they were never allowed. They told me it’s ok to bring a power bank and charge it on board.

[@skyjewel4861]

This shouldn’t affect single plug travel adapters right?

[@joannekearney5329]

They told me one plug one device... so if you plug in an adaptor that allows more than one other device... even if it is just usb's... those apparently are not allowed...

[@jonl1292]

I just got off wonder of the seas 4 days ago.. and I took 3 of these on the ship with no issue.

[@820hunter]

Just a theory .The ban could be because people are plugging in too many items and overloading the circuits.

[@sherifowler6614]

On Wonder now. Went to the service desk to ask about this and they had no idea what I was talking about.

[@TurboNorm]

Go figure…

[@jennifertriesthat]

Thank you for the updates!

[@tigersfan8459]

I’ve used one on my last cruise and nothing was said??

[@bigguy1403]

I get it. Some people buy cheap, cheap ones made of thin plastic, and they are wired with less than adequate wires that when you plug into them, they heat up big time and cause them to catch on fire. I do think Royal is going to have to come up with some kind of an alternative for us. My wife depends on those things with a hair dryer, curler, and straightener, so she's not a happy camper now. But in the end, i do get it. I'm sure Royal Caribbean will come up with a fix, hopefully soon.

[@andy70d35]

How many sockets does she need, for god’s sake, they normally have two NA sockets and one EURO socket, newer ships also have USB outlets also.

[@bigguy1403]

@andy70d35 For God's sakes she needs 3 for God's sakes

[@williamtorres706]

I just came back from a RC cruise to Canada and upon checking in security took my block. However they did leave it in my cabin the next day but was of no use because the plug was upside down and would not plug into outlet under the mirror! But as you advised and worked out well we had 2 charging banks that got each cell phone 3 charges per bank before needing recharge so it worked out well.

[@charlie44266]

The only time I had a problem was when I brought a multu-outlet strip ( no surge protection) to charge my camera and laptop in the hotel before and after cruising. They searched on embarkation day and confiscated it. I never planned to use it on board, but had to carry it with me while traveling. Their dunderheaded action made debarcation day even less enjoyable than usual.

[@Reed-2big]

So far I’ve been lucky, but I’ve been waiting for someone to ask me why I brought a power strip on board. The answer as you point out is because I need it before and after the cruise!!

[@travelwithdebandnick]

The suggestion to charge your ph at dinner may not work as you are not meant to leave any device plugged in whilst you are not in your cabin. The cabin stewards will unplug them if they go into your cabin. There is a way around this by putting a do not disturb sign on our door when we leave the cabin, but i did not say this hehe

[@wrecklisseve]

Thank you for covering this. Yes, I had my non-surge protected extension cord confiscated on my first cruise, a Celebrity Cruise (Summit) last summer (2023). And of course I forgot to get it back when the cruise was over. I was cruising solo, so it turned out there were enough outlets in the room for me. But it was disconcerting to have this happen and an unpleasant start to my vacation, after I watched so many YT videos that recommended bringing a non-surge extension cord and/or multiplug. It's too late for me, but I hope this information will help other cruisers.

[@dawnsantarlasci8264]

I believe RCCL has had this policy for a few years. It just depended on the port security staff on whether or not it got confiscated. I sailed on Celebrity out of Port Liberty last year and mine was taken. They are trying to make it clearer. This statement is still ambiguous (many are interpreting it to mean if there is a cord it is banned). I agree a picture of the item banned might be helpful.

[@daylightdaylight6612]

Where can I find those list of those cruise lines?

[@jwhitty14]

I’m just going to get a multi USB plug. Most everything I use uses a USB plug.

[@heatherscaife-arkley8297]

So If the cube has a USB, and C plug and a regular electrical u.s.a ouetplug we are OK can we get confirmation

[@CindyKnies]

My family will be taking a cruise on Celebrity next fall and we have a concierge handicap room and all three people use CPAP machines so how is gonna affect that? I don't want three different long extension cord cords running around the whole room!!

[@raulruly]

I would say that on a cruse ship, a battery bank is more of a fire hazard than a multi plug outlet. Those battery banks gave been known for exploding and catching fire. We shall see what they do about those USB charging hubs

[@boatlover1875]

Some ships have an extra socket behind the TV to plug a single outlet converter. I also have a European plug that presents two USB inputs. There are so many options. The photo you presented had two US 120v outlets. Plenty of options for plugging in converters for USB A and C in each. You're not on vacation if that isn't enough for you.

[@joannekearney5329]

question.... would a plug in that has usb ports be considered a multiplug adaptor or something else and allowed... seems to me that these wouldn't be allowed either.

[@TheIcetemp]

Royal Caribbean supposedly clarified this by saying passengers were plugging in multiple devices that, in total overloaded that circuit and the breaker tripped.

[@mgzuck]

Wouldn't be surprising. People have no concept of the overall power they can pull when they start plugging in lots of devices - often more than whats safe for the outlet or the cord they are using. Combine that with some of the cheaply made ones people buy and it's a fire hazard.

[@Snipedog1978]

What about those require like cpaps with the outlet across the cabin

[@imlon2]

Not sure when it started but we have a multi plug and ext cord in our room and no one has said anything.

[@mangoesification]

Do you know when this ban will start. We have our RCL cruise coming over in almost 3 weeks now. Is this an immediate ban?

[@runbigfoot]

It's not new. If it's detected during security screening it will be confiscated. They've been pulling them from luggage since before I started 3 years ago.

[@billdantes1640]

Just got back from a 4 day RC Cruise on the 16th. Didn't have any issues bringing my Cruise safe multi-plug outlet.

[@wendys6438]

Just get a USB hub! Most things we use at this point ask charge via USB anyway. I can plug my cellphone, smart watch, headphones, and Venty fan in to a single USB hub and still have space to plug in my husband's phone/watch/headphones/Venty, as well as my kid's phone/headphones (on DCL we charge up our DisneyBands on it too). I've had mine for years, use it at home and anywhere I've ever traveled to on land (with a multi-country adaptor) or at sea.

[@sotonin]

It's not really a problem at all. Just get a simple travel adapter. They are not "multiplug" they only have a single plug but have like 3-5 USBs

[@jackmortimer329]

Their words say multiple plug devices. What you showed were multiple OUTLET devices which have only one PLUG. I understand what non-technical people say and think, but I hope some will make use of this loop hole.

[@bigguy1403]

Very good point!!

[@keithnewton8981]

Well they are called multi plugs in the UK it also say power straps but does not say multi charger. Most companies say not to surge protected devices. If your from the uk we will need these multi sockets as American plugs are no good to use we work on 249v 3 pin plugs with 13amp . So we cannot print any equipment

[@keithnewton8981]

Multi plug or multi socket are the same thing. It's not a loop hole

[@pileofstuff]

Arguing loopholes with the security staff seldom goes well. And not only on a ship.

[@Reed-2big]

@@keithnewton8981 With a few plug adapters you should be able to use the US outlets with say a laptop with a brick! Those bricks convert either to 12v if I recall correctly.

[@RetroDiver]

I was under the impression that cruise lines or any charter boat don't want you changing anything unattended

[@evwashburn]

Interesting. I'm doing my first Celebrity Cruise in January, but I have been cruising with DCL since 2018. Extension cords and multi-outlet (120V) adapters have always been banned on DCL. I just assumed it was banned across all carriers. I bring two USB charging blocks (8 outlet, 65W) for my devices, plus 2 USB power banks (33800mAh ) for shore excursions. I once had an issue with power to my CPAP. The only usable outlet was on the far side of the bed. The ship's electrician (or assistant) ran an extension for me.

[@paradonym]

Make sure everything you have charges with usb C power delivery, or get adapters from usb C to the plug you want. Then bring a 5 or 10 port USB C chargers and you're good

[@jonathonbaker-guntang4163]

Power blocks are a way around this restriction, not a problem.

[@cruisecrazy7066]

You can use the plug in the bathroom.....while you are standing in water.

[@alexagle1344]

Have you had success using the outlet in the bathroom? It's typically very weak and doesn't do much. It's supposed to be for charging shavers, but it didn't even do that for me.

[@cruisecrazy7066]

@@alexagle1344 I dont use that plug, because of the water. But maybe I will have to, in future.

[@B-ch6uk]

I just bought one that was cruise line approved. Guess I'll now have to return it.

[@jedooley]

How are they suppose to stop you with it if its in your luggage?

[@runbigfoot]

If they detect it in your luggage during baggage screening they confiscate it and you can get it back after you disembark.

[@runbigfoot]

@@TomGeek1980 I don't understand what you mean by "no way they can ban you?" Guests are not penalized for attempting to bring multiplugs on board. RCL security removes the prohibited items from the luggage and holds it until after the sailing is over.

[@joannekearney5329]

try finding outlets on an older ship. this will keep us off RCL... we need scooter, CPAP plugged in over night.... let alone iPhone and Apple Watch. Seems to me a battery bank might be a risk as well.

[@garybelew7813]

I agree, it's like they are looking for things to ban. Like the recent story from people wanting speakers banned. The rules already say that using speakers in public areas is not permitted, so enforce the rules instead of trying to ban everyone from having a speaker on the ship. I suspect this ban is because they ban surge protected power strips, and it's hard to tell one from another, so they just want to ban them all. It's stupid.

[@debbipurcell1890]

I appreciate the info and your channel. Just my thought here but as Someone who is hearing impaired , it would be much easier for me to understand you if there were no background music. Thank you

[@LarryVotruba]

On newer ships that require your key card be inserted to turn on the lights, charging your items while not in the room will not work. No power!

[@ChrisFlusche]

Any card placed in the slot will keep the power on. It doesn't have to be your ship card. We always just use an old hotel room keycard so our room can have power all the time.

[@LarryVotruba]

@ChrisFlusche that does usually work. But on the newest ships it recognizes your actual room key card.

[@chadwicktate]

I REALLY need to understand what is happening here. I watched just short of 11 million videos before our Alaska cruise the first week of September. I took multiple non surge protected plugs with absolutely no problem. In fact, I bought them specifically for the cruise. We’re booking our next cruise right now, but if I can’t bring those extenders, I need new plans. 🤦‍♂️

[@Melodyktn]

Typically, how many plugs do the rooms have?

[@PAWS0810-]

93+ cruises and thousands of flights and hotel stays around the world. first thing in my packing gear (with camera) and phone charges, is that little gadget including the european ones. ridiculous. they should worry about the drunk and drugged clients they feed all that booze to. shaking my head.

[@detexrayr]

You don’t have to plug every electric object you bring on board at once! Overloading an electric system by 4 to 10 times depending on how many outlet multipliers you use is dangerous. Now imagine everyone does that. Would you plug 8 things into every outlet you have in your home, certainly not because you’d probably overload the system tripping breakers, or worse burning down your house.

[@nancycowell-miller4321]

Wow. That sucks. We took a Royal cruise earlier this year on an older ship. USB outlets were virtually non-existent. Even with USB outlets, many are severely under-powered. I did have an international plug, so that helped a bit. Still, people are traveling with so many devices these days (regardless of how you might feel about "unplugging" on vacation - it's a fact of life), this just feels ridiculous. 😢 My next cruise will not be on Royal.

[@christymurphy6571]

I just got off Mariner and I used a multiplug. Nothing was said to me...

[@JennyCruiseCommander]

This new rule was only announced today, so you would have been okay for that sailing.

[@SC4Bucs]

Just went on a Disney cruise and they are doing the same thing. They were taken out of our luggage at the port and we had to go to the claims desk when we got off the ship, back in port. They just left a receipt in our luggage with the instructions on how to get them back.

[@GhostHostMemories]

I'm guessing the INTENT is to limit power draw in the room. most US 110 outlets are rated for either 15 or 20A (depending on the upstream breaker and wire used). What happens with these multi outlet/plug devices is that they aren't using the proper internal wiring to support the full power draw, nor do they have a fuse or other safe means of disconnecting power if the current draw is more than the wire can handle, and thus become a fire hazard. annoying because "it worked" in the past, but that doesn't make it any safer. as for the "just put more outlets in". well that's probably easier said than done. this isn't your home where you can just cut a hole in your drywall and run another cable.

[@mikekennedy9817]

Can you get a RC rep to discuss this?

[@ZZ_Szabo]

Likely this is a reaction to all the litter end options in the cottage industry being talked about. Many of them cheap out on using enough conductive material to avoid building up heat, which in some cases could lead to fires.

[@gregblair5139]

I need to bring the items in my suitcase, even if I don't use them on-board. Since most cruises don't depart and return to the city of my residence, I need them in land based hotels on either end of the cruise!

[@oldpeople1970]

Still have my four plug socket on the Mariner today

[@bjtwuk]

Hmmm. I'm sailing on Holland America Line and I have one of those Cruise On multi-plug adapters. I just checked, and their policy does not allow "Electrical devices such as small fans, multi plug box outlets/adaptors, power strips/extension cords with surge protectors." I wonder if they will confiscate my device tomorrow. If they do, I hope that they will at least return it to me at the end of the cruise rather than keep it.

[@nascarmadman]

I was going to say they better have more outlets. On a recent Carnival cruise, there were 3 US outlets. Well, except one was for the TV and one was for electric razors. So that on left ONE. There was also a Euro plug but it the bedside lamps were plugged into it. But with 2 US plugs plus 2 USB outlets that should work. I will also point out that most TVs have a USB port. We are about to go on HAL and here is what they say about it: Electrical devices such as small fans, power strips, multi plug box outlets/ adaptors, and extension cords without surge protectors are allowed onboard when used with proper caution.

[@RobEisley]

Sailed out of ape Liberty NJ and my 3 way outlet plug was taken😡

[@MrKnightoflight]

We completed an Alaska cruise on the Radiance of the Seas in July. I took 2 non-surge protector devices on, and had no issues with them. When we boarded the ship in Seward, we were not asked about them. Since this was our least favorite cruise line of the ones that we have traveled with, we probably will avoid Royal Caribbean in the future. Hopefully the other cruise lines do not have such rules.

[@rogerwilliams6062]

This is bizarre. Princess actually recommends you bring a power strip. From their What to Pack FAQ. "Packing for a Princess Cruise Vacation • are usually at least one week long, passengers should bring extra camera batteries and memory cards as well as a power strip to charge several electronics at once. "

[@edpippin]

I would think they would allow the multiport plugs than batteries that makes more sense

[@mccollumrl]

Just got back from a back 2 back on Freedom and I had no issues. Room attendant said nothing about it.

[@christophertempleton1262]

been cruising for over 20 years...never needed a power strip. For anyone reading way around this is to bring a usb hub that plugs into a power brick(cell charger)

[@Rixtrips]

You say "Newly revised language" do you have the date when the revision became effective? I don't show any updates since 2023. Unless you have received a newer update, Non-Surge protected outlets for USB ports should still be allowed. I know it's not stated specifically anywhere and but most of the list is vague and probably on purpose. If in doubt, call the cruise line.

[@michellem3992]

I wonder if they’re attempting to describe those power strips that don’t have surge protectors but do have a cord? I can see them banning anything with a cord.

[@douglasbray3563]

This will be a problem for people who use a CPAP machine and they need an extension cord

[@runbigfoot]

Put the extension cord with your CPAP and there shouldn't be a problem because it is medically related. If they do confiscate it then talk to Guest Services.

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

a plug on ceiling? what good is that without an extension cord??????????

[@Funloverjef]

lol considering the daily-required phone, smartwatch, earbuds, laptop/game system needs (4) plugs per person, the lack of a multi-port means packing at least (3) 150ft extension cords to run down the hallway.

[@Reed-2big]

I wanna go, I wanna go, I wanna go, Please let me know what cruise you are gonna run cords down the hall on. I’ll be sure to participate! 😂😂😂

[@kaplan1406]

The "multi" outlet probably should be banned. You're plugging that into a single 15 or 20 amp receptacle and then possibly plugging multiple high current draw items into it. And then getting pissed off wondering why the breaker keeps tripping or burns up. It's common sense....

[@robynjones285]

But their old ships don't have usb plugs and barely have more than one plug

[@Dazdigo]

Just switch everything to USB-C. It makes everything easy since you just need a single charger for everything.

[@TheValarClan]

can one buy one on ship?

[@ArthurvanH0udt]

Thing of course is that people tend to somtimes overload these multi port extensions and then they CAN become a fire hazard! Also the Chinese crappy quality of these extensions make that these fire hazards already start at relatively low power usage. Mainly to do with the bad electronics used for the USB ports made.

[@donnasham9344]

Room attendants will unplug anything plugged into the power outlets when they make the room. So the charging while at dinner probably won’t work.

[@allent1034]

Not on Royal. They only clean once a day now.

[@uberfreepain]

multi plug labeled as dangues, but bring as many cheep battery banks that can explode with you!

[@jeffreyscott5799]

I wonder if it’s time to rewire the ships to handle changing more than 2 phones

[@Lilaceyes231]

You’re not supposed to leave anything charging when you leave your cabin..

[@rustknuckleirongut8107]

I am more surprised the plug that steps euro voltage down to US voltage is not banned. Those are notoriously dangerous because they sell ones that look exactly the same while it does not step the voltage down and just changes the plug type and people buy those because they are cheaper and slam 220v into their 110v devices and appliances. That is a major fire hazard because people don't read and just buy the cheap one without realizing they are not the same thing. There is somewhere on youtube of an English youtuber that bought an American hot dog and bun toaster and used one of those plugs. At first he could not understand why it was getting so hot and then the device started melting its external plastic.

[@davidthaler7018]

I agree. There’s a difference between an adapter facilitating the use of an outlet without changing the voltage, and a converter. It seems odd to me that the one European outlet would operate on different voltage, but even so, tablets and phones (and maybe some electric razors) can usually be charged via 110 or 220 so you may only need an adapter.

[@rustknuckleirongut8107]

@davidthaler7018 it's hairdryers, curling irons and such that is the problem. Your hairdryer quickly becomes a heat gun when you plug it into 220v and it was made for 110v

[@Feefeemae]

This is crazy especially for CPAP users...we NEED an extension cord to plug up our MEDICALLY nessicary devices

[@DKKatano]

for safety reasons, I will never ever use USB for charging in hotels / cruise ships or in public. Then I'd rather run out of power, or have a power bank with me. Better that my power bank is destroyed than to run the risk with personal sensitive devices

[@LaquetaHodge]

This is a non-issue & shouldn't actually affect anyone's cruises. If you need to charge multiple items, get a USB hub & I am fairly certain RC will accommodate anyone who needs an extension cord for medical purposes (you just have to let them know in advance).

[@ser9656]

And yet curling irons are allowed. The building next to mine nearly burned to the ground because of a curling iron left on. Not fair or safe.

[@charlie44266]

Why doesnt RCCL show example of allowed and forbidden electrical items and explain why they are diiferent from each other. I'm an engineer and there "logic" makes no sense to me! There are no approved items, only vaguely described forbidden ones. Where is their test data showing danger. Any electricsl device can start a fire when overheating. Like the lithium batteroes of laptops and power banks, but neither has utility power plugs or outlets. But the meanimg of the bams are left to imterpretation of security personnel who have no training in electricity or fire safety

[@TheresaForino]

The extension cord thing is ridiculous. CPAP users need it to use them at night because most ships do not have outlets near the beds. My hisband keeps a non-surgeprotected cord in his CPAP travel bag and several times we have had our Stewards tell use we can't use it and that they will bring us one to never have one show up because they don't have enough of them. So we ended up using the one we brought with us.

[@bloodycrepe]

"I am an engineer" 😂

[@Reed-2big]

@@TheresaForino ditto, and we have 2 CPAPs !

[@Reed-2big]

@@TheresaForino I suspect the household multi-plugs is the problem, not the usb part, on what Cory showed. They are awfully lightweight especially if you plug a curling iron into it! I deliberately bought a short power strip designed for 220v. That gave me the better cord and it allows me to use the extra outlets on the ship.

[@70Rotobug12A6port]

@@Reed-2big Me too.

[@Grisbi6]

Apparently, my advanced age (85) makes cruise travel pretty much impossible. The newly-banned items were never in my bags, but heck,, I enjoyed six cruises over the last fifty years, and I guess my time is over. Have fun.

[@billp5356]

then put more damn plugs in the cabins i need muliple for the cpap and other items like that

[@Smilefornana]

I will not leave my phone in my cabin when I go to dinner, because I like to take pictures. Thank goodness I don’t cruise with RCL. Hopefully RCL will be able to supply extension cords for all those CPAP users, if needed.