Baggage Rules

Baggage allowances vary by airline, route, fare class, and loyalty tier. Below are general guidelines based on typical allowances. Always check your e-ticket or airline website for the exact allowance applicable to your booking.

Popular Cruise Lines

Cruise Line	Luggage Policy	Carry-On	Notes
Royal Caribbean	No hard weight limit	Unlimited	Must fit in cabin or closet
Carnival Cruise Line	No hard weight limit	Unlimited	2 bags per guest recommended
Norwegian Cruise Line	No hard weight limit	Unlimited	Tag bags for porter service
MSC Cruises	No hard weight limit	Unlimited	Premium cabins have larger storage
Celebrity Cruises	No hard weight limit	Unlimited	Butler service in suites
Princess Cruises	No hard weight limit	Unlimited	Check formal night dress codes

Dress Codes Onboard

Evening Type	What to Pack	Applies To
Casual Nights	Smart casual — no swimwear in dining rooms	All cruises
Smart Casual	Slacks, blouses, collared shirts	Most mainstream lines
Formal / Gala Nights	Cocktail dress, suit/tuxedo	1–2 nights per sailing

Business & First Class

Business class passengers typically enjoy 32–40 kg check-in allowance and 2 cabin bags up to 18 kg. First class passengers typically receive 40–50 kg check-in and priority handling. Always verify with your specific airline and fare class.

Special Items

Sports Equipment: Declared separately. Fees apply — usually $15–$50 per piece on domestic routes.
Musical Instruments: Must be declared. Soft instruments may travel as cabin baggage; larger instruments may require a separate seat purchase.
Medications: Carry doctor's prescription for liquid medications over 100ml in cabin baggage.
Liquids (Cabin): Each container max 100ml, all containers in a transparent resealable bag (1L max) per passenger.
Lithium Batteries / Power Banks: Only in cabin baggage. Max 100Wh per cell. Above 100Wh requires airline approval.