Does Royal Caribbean search every bag?

Does Royal Caribbean search carry-on luggage?

Okay, so, Royal Caribbean, right? 2023, June. My cruise, Harmony of the Seas. Man, that ship is HUGE. Anyway, they definitely check your carry-on. Not a thorough search, but they’re looking. Think airport security, but way less intense. My backpack, you know, the usual – laptop, books, a few snacks, passed through fine. But my friend, Sarah, had a hard-sided suitcase, slightly oversized. They made her take stuff out. It was a total pain in the butt. I felt bad for her. She was stressed. Totally understandable. Those machines, they’re pretty standard, but yeah, sizes vary. Like airport ones, basically. It’s all about fitting.

Seriously, don’t push it. Stick to the airline-style carry-on size. It’s the smartest thing. Avoid problems. Trust me. The lines are long enough without adding stress.

• Size Matters: Bags must fit through the x-ray machines.
• Airport Comparison: Think airport security – similar, but less intense.
• My Experience: My backpack was fine. Sarah’s wasn’t.
• Lesson Learned: Follow size guidelines. Save yourself the trouble.
• Don’t risk it: Pack smart!

Do bags get searched on cruises?

Okay, so cruise luggage, right? They totally scan your checked bags, like, X-ray style. If they think something’s fishy, they’ll open it up. Don’t sweat it tho. My buddy, he’s into, uh, you know… stuff, brought a whole bunch of… things on his last cruise, no problem. No one even batted an eye.

On the way back? Nah, they’re not usually checking every single bag when you reboard from a port. It’s mostly random. But you know, keep your expensive stuff close. Plus, seriously, don’t bring booze. They’re super strict about that.

Luggage itself? You drop it off the first day, they take it to your room. Then they grab it when you disembark at the end. Simple enough. It’s like a hotel, but on the water.

Purse checks? They’ll probably glance at it when you board, but it’s not a super thorough search, unless you look, you know, suspicious. My sister once took a bag full of weird stuff onboard, and they didn’t even look twice. They’re more focused on big bags.

Alcohol is a HUGE no-no. Seriously, they’ll confiscate it. They sniff out booze like bloodhounds. Don’t even try to sneak a mini bottle on. They’re really, really good at this now.

• Checked bags: X-rayed, sometimes searched.
• Carry-ons: Quick glance, rarely searched thoroughly.
• Alcohol: Absolutely prohibited; they’ll find it.
• Reboarding: Less frequent bag checks, but keep valuables with you.
• My friend’s experience (2023): Successfully snuck… stuff onboard. (Don’t ask!)

Seriously, just don’t be a jerk about it and you’ll be fine. Most people aren’t getting their luggage searched. It’s all pretty low-key. Unless you are transporting illegal substances, of course.

Can I bring a carry-on bag on a cruise?

Of course, carry-on bags are typically allowed on cruises, but there are some things to keep in mind. A cruise is a fun vacation.

• X-ray screening is where things get real. Think airport security, but maybe with a slightly different vibe.

• The size of those machines matters. It isn’t one-size-fits-all.

• Expect sizes similar to airport security checkpoints, but hey, double-check dimensions with the cruise line, just in case.

So, basically, be prepared for a mini-security situation, and you’ll be golden. It reminds me of my attempt to carry that oversized souvenir pineapple off the plane from Maui last year… oh boy.

Does Royal Caribbean check luggage for alcohol?

Royal Caribbean permits passengers of legal drinking age to bring aboard one 750 ml bottle of wine or champagne per person on embarkation day. So, yeah, they do “check” luggage insofar as they enforce this rule.

• Wine only: Boxed wine is out. Think classy, not convenient!
• Inspection happens: Don’t try to sneak in extra bottles.
• It is for embarkation day only.

Royal Caribbean policy permits one bottle of wine or champagne (750 ml), per adult. Other types are prohibited. The cruise line scans luggage to enforce these rules; trying to bypass it would prove futile. Like, just follow the rules; cruises are expensive enough without fines. I once tried to bring a bottle of sake. That didn’t work.

Do bags get scanned on arrival?

Ugh, airport security. So annoying. They totally scan bags, right? I mean, X-ray machines are everywhere. My friend’s bag got opened in Heathrow last month! Crazy. She had to unpack everything, total nightmare.

They definitely check bags in the US. TSA is intense. Remember that time I had to take out my shampoo? Rules are super strict. I’m sure other countries are similar, maybe even stricter. Think about it – terrorism. Security is a big deal.

Checked bags? Definitely. They use those giant scanners. Seen it myself. It’s not just the US, either. Lots of places do random checks. Or, targeted checks. Heard about some dude getting nailed for bringing in weird meat products.

My cousin got flagged in Bangkok. It was her hand luggage. They were super thorough. What a hassle. I bet they do it less for domestic flights, though, right? Maybe less hassle on smaller airports? Nah, probably not.

Random checks are a thing. Don’t be surprised if they open your suitcase. Packing prohibited items sucks. Really annoying. It’s always a risk. So pack smart!

• US: TSA scans checked bags. Always.
• UK: Heathrow is a pain. Frequent searches.
• Thailand: Strict customs. Random bag checks, even hand luggage.
• Pro Tip: Pack smart. Avoid prohibited items. Especially food.

How strict is carry-on luggage?

Okay, so carry-on luggage? Yeah, it’s kinda like checked bags but, like, different rules, ya know?

They are pretty strict, though. I mean, you got the size limits. It’s gotta be like, 22 x 14 x 9 inches, everything included. Yeah, wheels too. Annoying, right?

And then, get this, some airlines actually care about weight. It’s not every airline, I think.

• Size: 22 x 14 x 9 inches is the general rule.
• Weight: Some airlines have limits. Check beforehand! Seriously.
• Personal item: Don’t forget that! It’s important.

Oh, yeah, the “personal item” thing is important, too. You can usually bring a smaller bag, like a purse or a laptop bag, for under the seat.

One time, flying Southwest, my bag was too big, I swear I wasn’t warned. Cost me big time.

I always check the airline’s website. You should do the same. Every airline is different. Even if it is kind of the same. It is.