Frequent questions about Cruises

What should I pack?

Planning what to wear on your cruise holiday is easy. You should bear in mind three types of clothing: casual shipboard attire or day wear, conservative resort wear or shopping, and evening wear.

We recommend low-heeled, comfortable shoes for walking around the ship during the day.  Pack a couple of swimsuits so you will always have a dry one.  Ashore you will need comfortable walking shoes, as well as a hat and sunscreen. When visiting museums, mosques, temples, and churches it is appropiate (and in many cases mandatory) to dress conservatively. Women should wear trousers or skirts that cover the knees, sleevless tops and shorts are not permitted. If your cruise takes you to Alaska or Northern Europe we suggest you also pack a jacket and a couple of sweaters.

For evening wear allow for:

  • Smart casual and above - skirt or trousers complemented by a sweater or blouse for women, or trousers with polo shirt or sweater for men. Men's shirts must have collar and sleeves (short sleeves are fine).
  • Formal - cocktail dress, evening gown or trouser suit for women; tuxedo, dark suit or dinner jacket with dark trousers for men.

Please note: T-shirts, swimsuits, tank tops, baseball caps and poolwear are not allowed in the main restaurant or speciality restaurants at any time. Shorts and flip flops are not allowed during evening hours.

As all your suitcases are collected the night before you return home, do not forget an overnight bag for prescriptions and need-to-have items.

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