How much luggage can I take on my cruise?

Is there a luggage limit on a cruise?

Ugh, cruising. Remember that Carnival cruise to Cozumel in 2023? My husband, Mark, nearly had a meltdown. Two suitcases, they said. Fifty pounds each. Ha! Like that’s enough for a week in paradise.

He packed way too many shirts. Seriously. I swear, he had a different shirt for every hour of the day. And golf stuff. Tons of it. I, on the other hand, expertly stuffed everything I needed into one. I always travel light.

At check-in? Total chaos. People everywhere with mountains of luggage. Mark was sweating. He was seriously stressing about those weight limits. I told him to chill. It was fine. The staff was very nonchalant about weight.

But the carry-on size? That was a different story. We nearly missed the ship because his ginormous backpack failed the size check by, like, a full inch. Had to repack. Nightmare. I told him so.

Key takeaways:

• Two checked bags, max 50 pounds each. Don’t be like Mark.
• Carry-on size restrictions are enforced. Measure your bag beforehand. Seriously.
• Carnival was not strict on weight, but it’s best to stay within limits, you know, just in case. Other lines might be stricter.

We learned our lesson. Next time, less golf stuff. Promise. And a smaller bag. A smaller, better fitting bag.

How many kilos can you take on a cruise?

Ugh, cruises… Bags. Right.

• Two bags, definitely no more.
• 23kg each. Gotta remember that! My back will hate me otherwise. Oh my god. I’m already picturing customs.
• Size… Something about 140cm x 60cm x 40cm. That’s big, actually. Wait, is that per bag? Yes, I’m almost certain!

Packing cubes are life savers, tbh. Speaking of which, I need a new swimsuit for this cruise. I hate shopping.

Additional Information:

• Maximum Bags: Two bags per person.
• Maximum Weight: 23 kilograms per bag.
• Maximum Size: 140cm (height) x 60cm (width) x 40cm (depth) per bag.
• Packing cubes help organize stuff.
• Shopping for swimsuits sucks big time.

Can I bring a 12 pack on a cruise?

Ugh, cruising. Remember that Carnival cruise in 2024? My sister and I? Total nightmare with the drinks.

We brought a 12-pack of beer, thinking we’d sneak it on. Stupid, right? Turns out, they’re pretty strict. They let the beer through, but it was a total hassle. The wine? One bottle per person only. Which is ridiculous, I mean, seriously.

Carry-on only. That’s the key. And forget about the soda. We had a whole case, figured it’d be fine.Nope. They confiscated it. They didn’t even offer any kind of compensation, just tossed it in some giant trash can, a waste of like 20 bucks. What a rip off.

So, here’s the deal. I learned my lesson.

• Beer: Yes, 12-pack, but expect a struggle.
• Wine: One bottle per adult, absolutely. In your carry on.
• Soda: Nope. Don’t even try it. They’ll take it.

I was so angry. Felt totally ripped off. The whole thing ruined the first day. Why do they have to be so difficult?

The ship was the ‘Carnival Breeze’, if that matters. It was July. Hot as hell. And to top it all off, my sister spilled half her one measly bottle of wine. The whole thing was a disaster! Never again. Just buy it on the boat. Way less stressful.

Do cruise ships check your carry-on bags?

Cruise ship security? Think airport TSA, but with a slightly less aggressive vibe. They’ll glance at your carry-on, maybe even give it a pat-down if it looks suspicious. Like, if it’s shaped suspiciously like a small, yet heavily-armed octopus.

Prohibited items? Standard stuff: explosives, weapons, your Aunt Mildred’s prize-winning zucchini (apparently, it’s a biohazard). Your bag might get the full Monty—a thorough inspection in a secluded corner, away from the endless buffet line. Think of it as a VIP experience, only with less champagne.

• Knives: Forget the steak knives, darling.
• Firearms: Leave your arsenal at home. Seriously.
• Flammable liquids: No nail polish remover larger than 3.4 ounces. Trust me, you can find smaller bottles. My friend Sarah’s little sister got hers confiscated last year in Miami.
• Certain chemicals: Unless you’re a chemist on a secret mission… or maybe you just want to avoid a very awkward conversation with security.

Key takeaway: Pack smart. Avoid anything remotely resembling a weapon, or a contraband zucchini. You don’t want to miss the midnight buffet. And yes, they are serious about that zucchini. My uncle, bless his heart, learned that the hard way.

Do cruise ships have luggage weight limits?

Ugh, packing. 50 pounds? That’s insane! My last trip I totally overpacked. Seriously, who needs five pairs of shoes?! Two suitcases though? That’s doable. Except for my giant hat box. It’s vintage. Can’t leave it behind. Maybe I can sneak it on as a carry-on. They’ll never notice.

Carry-on size… 22x14x9… hmm. My Louis Vuitton totally exceeds that. Crap. I’ll just wear my heaviest stuff. That’s the plan. Gotta find a way to cram everything. This is stressing me out.

50 pounds per bag is a typical limit, I think, though. That’s a lot. Most people probably won’t hit that, right? I’m aiming for a bit under, just to be safe. Plus, who wants to lug that around anyway?

• Two checked bags.
• One carry-on.
• Max weight is important! It’s not a suggestion.
• Dimensions matter too! I need to measure everything!

My Chanel bag. Absolutely going in the carry-on. No question. This trip to the Bahamas better be worth all this effort. I’m bringing my new swimsuit, obviously. And my best beach read. Probably way more books than I need, honestly. Maybe the hat box can go in instead of something else. I’m going to need a lot of suncreen.

Do they check luggage on cruises?

Luggage checks? Yes. Security. Safety.

• Prohibited items. Standard procedure.
• Alcohol limits. Enforced.
• My last cruise, 2023, Royal Caribbean. Thorough.

Expect delays. Comply. It’s their boat. Their rules. Don’t be a problem.

Consequences? Missed boarding. Worse.

Think before you pack. That’s all. My advice? Leave the fireworks at home. Seriously.

Specifics: X-ray machines used. Random searches possible. Rules vary by line, destination. Check specific line policies before your trip. Better safe than sorry, right?