Never have anything in your back pockets, as this makes it very easy for pickpockets to target you. Some prefer to have fanny packs in leu of a crossbody during their shore excursions, which can be a great solution for carrying valuables and keeping money in a safe place.
Do cruise ships have safety deposit boxes?
Most ships have safes in the staterooms where you can store your valuables. You can also use the safety deposit boxes, found at Reception, available on a first-come first-served basis, across the fleet.
Why do I need Ziploc bags on a cruise?
They are also great for keeping wet clothes separate from dry. We also like to put smaller liquids that we bring onboard in the bags in case they accidentally spill. No matter what you might need them for, Ziplocs are a great thing to have and take up practically no room in your luggage.
Is it safer to travel with cash or card?
Even though it's safer to rely primarily on credit cards, it's still a good idea to have some cash available as a backup — and not just because it'll come in handy if your cards are stolen.
How do you keep cash safe on a cruise?
How do you pay for stuff on a cruise?
All onboard purchases are paid for using your cruise card, which doubles as your room key. This card is set up before boarding and serves as your ID to get on and off the ship, provides you access to your cabin and makes for easy swiping when you decide you need a pina colada.
Can you pay cash for drinks on a cruise ship?
The Sail & Sign Card must be utilized for all money transactions on board as cash will not be an accepted form of payment.
What is the best currency to take on a cruise?
Your cruise itinerary should dictate to you which currency to take. For example if you are travelling to the Mediterranean you will be able to use euros in most ports, the Caribbean would be US Dollars or for Asia the currency will more than likely be different in each country you visit.
Can you text for free on a cruise ship?
However, if you are sailing with included Wi-Fi (most river cruise and luxury lines offer this), then by default your texting capabilities are also included. Another loophole to free texting on a cruise is if your cruise line offers messaging capabilities through an app specially designed to use onboard.