What Is Considered a Carry-on on a Cruise Ship?

By Alice Nichols

When you’re planning your vacation, packing is one of the most important things to consider. One of the most common questions when it comes to cruise ship travel is “What is considered a carry-on?”

The answer will depend on the individual cruise line and its policies, but generally speaking, most cruise lines will allow you to bring two pieces of luggage as your carry-on. The amount of luggage you can bring on board also varies by cruise line, so be sure to check with your specific line prior to your trip.

In general, each passenger is allowed one piece of “personal item” such as a purse or laptop bag that can be stored under the seat in front of them. Additionally, each passenger can bring a “carry-on bag” that must fit into an overhead compartment or closet onboard the ship. All carry-ons should follow size and weight restrictions set by the cruise line – if these restrictions are not followed then you may be asked to check your bag at the gangway before boarding.

If you plan on bringing more than two pieces of luggage with you, then it will likely need to be checked in before embarkation and stored in your stateroom once onboard. Every cruiseline has different policies regarding checked luggage, so make sure you have all the necessary information prior to departure day.

When choosing what type of bag should be used for your carry-on items there are a few factors that should be taken into consideration – size and weight restrictions being one of them. Additionally, it’s important to choose a bag that can easily fit into an overhead compartment or closet onboard the ship. Finally, it’s always a good idea to pick a bag that has plenty of storage compartments so that all items are easily accessible when needed while onboard.

Conclusion:

When traveling on a cruise ship it’s important to know what type of bags are allowed as carry-ons and what items must be checked in ahead of time. Generally speaking, each passenger is allowed one personal item such as a purse or laptop bag and one carry-on that fits within size and weight restrictions set by the cruise line.