Can an 18 year old go on a cruise without parents?


Can an 18 year old go on a cruise without parents? Are there any cruise lines that allow a 17-year-old to travel with an 18-year-old? Passengers on a cruise line must be 21 to travel alone. Anybody under the age of 21 must be travelling with a parent or legal guardian and provide proof.


Can you drink at 18 on a cruise in international waters?

The drinking age on all U.S.-based cruise lines is 21 -- even when sailing international waters. (Under special circumstances, some cruise lines allow 18- to 20-year-olds to purchase and consume alcohol with a parent's consent.) Regardless of the policy, you should never buy a drink for someone under 21.


Can an 18 year old buy alcohol on a cruise?

Guests must be 21 years of age or older to be served alcohol on board. Proper I.D with birth date is required. In keeping with U.S. federal law, the age for the sale of tobacco products is 21.


Do all cruises have age restrictions?

Most cruise lines welcome children to travel on their ships, though infants and pregnant women are subject to some restrictions (click here to read more). Families booking more than one cabin may be subject to minimum age requirements for kids staying in a separate cabin.


What can 18 year olds do on a cruise?

A few lines have meet-and-greets for young adults to meet other cruisers their age, but it's assumed that passengers age 18+ will just participate in the regular cruise activities: hanging out by the pool, joining in dance classes or trivia games, playing ball on the sports court, etc.


Can an 18 year old go on a Royal Caribbean cruise alone?

What is Royal Caribbean's Age Policy? Royal Caribbean's minimum age to sail unaccompanied on sailings originating in North America is twenty-one (21). Royal Caribbean's minimum age to sail unaccompanied on sailings originating in South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand is eighteen (18).


Is Virgin voyages good for 18 year olds?

Every Virgin Voyages sailing is an experience created exclusively for adults, and the minimum age to book and sail is 18 years old.


Can a 17 year old go on a cruise by themselves?

Children aged 16 and 17 have to be accompanied by an adult to cruise. However, at this age, they are generally allowed to stay in their own cabin and can do things alone on the ship, such as attending shows in the theatre, going to the gym, and leaving the ship by themselves without your permission.


Can I cruise with just a birth certificate?

If you're a United States citizen going on a “closed loop” cruise, you'll only need to present: Government issued photo identification. Proof of citizenship (an original or copy of your U.S. birth certificate, a Consular report of Birth Abroad, or a Certificate of Naturalization)


What cruise lines drinking age is 18?

A few lines (including Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Princess and Norwegian) allow 18- to 20-year-olds to drink alcohol in international waters if their parent or adult guardian signs a waiver form.


Does an 18 year old need a passport to cruise?

Cruising to/from a foreign homeport: Any time your embarkation or debarkation port is in a foreign country, all cruisers (kids and adults) need to carry valid passports.


Can you go on a cruise without parents at 18?

Passengers under 21 years of age must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or chaperone who is at least 25 years old; one adult chaperone is required for every five people under 21.


Can I cruise to Mexico without a passport?

All travelers are advised to carry a valid passport with them when taking a cruise to Mexico, regardless of their nationality and port of departure. US citizens on closed-loop cruises, meaning they begin and end at the same US port, can travel to Mexico with proof of citizenship other than a passport.


Can you smoke at 18 on a cruise?

Here's how the rules go for most cruise lines in the US: For the most part, indoor smoking in public spaces is off-limits. However, some cruise lines make exceptions for casinos. You must be at least 18 years old to smoke from any departing destination, except the U.S., where you must be 21.


What age is free on Royal Caribbean?

What is Kids Sail Free promotion? How do my kids qualify? Kids sail free is a limited time promotional offer that allows for guests 12 or younger to receive a free cruise fare. This offer is only available during active dates.


Do cruises check ID for alcohol?

Guests must be 21 years of age or older to be served alcohol on board. Proper I.D with birth date is required. In keeping with U.S. federal law, the age for the sale of tobacco products is 21. This policy is for U.S.-based itineraries/ships only.


Can you go on a cruise at 18 if you are married?

An exception may be made for underage married couples, as long as they are both 18. These couples may be asked to show proof of their marriage. This exception is based on individual cruise line policy and should be confirmed by your Vacations To Go cruise counselor prior to booking.