Do cruise ships still use key cards?

Do cruise ships still use key cards? Your cruise keycard is the most important item that you have when you are on a cruise. Usually, prior to boarding, you will set up an onboard account and your purchases will be charged to this. You show your cruise card at the bar or in the shop, and your purchases will be put on your bill.

Does Royal Caribbean still use cruise cards?

Every person who sails with Royal Caribbean will receive a SeaPass card at check-in on embarkation day. The card is tied to your name and cabin number, meaning you can use it to open your stateroom door, as you would in a hotel.

Can you get on cruise without photo ID?

For “closed-loop” cruises, U.S. citizens will need to provide: A boarding pass. A government photo I.D. if 16 years of age or older.

What identification can I use for a cruise?

We highly recommend that all U.S. Citizen's cruise with their U.S. Passport book that is valid at least 6 months after your cruise. Guests may also sail with their official US state-issued Birth Certificate and a supporting Government Issued Photo ID...

Do you have to wear a mask at all times on a Carnival cruise?

Carnival Cruise Line Passengers are encouraged to wear them during embarkation and disembarkation, as well as in areas with large crowds. Masks may also be required when ashore, per local guidelines. Cruisers must wear masks in the onboard medical center.

How much is a cruise key fee?

Price. The cost of The Key can vary from ship to ship, as well as itinerary. On the Cruise Critic boards, people have reported paying between $19.99 to $29.99 and even up to $37 per day for each person in the cabin. Everyone on the reservation who is older than 6 will need to buy The Key.

Do you need to print your sea pass?

Your must bring your SetSail pass to the port to enter to cruise terminal. Please make sure you print your SetSail pass after you check-in. You must print your SetSail pass 3 days prior to the sail date. We recommend to download the Royal Caribbean App to display your SetSail Pass on your phone (no need to print).

Are people wearing masks on cruises 2023?

Testing is still required within 48 hours (if antigen) or 72 hours (if PCR) of boarding. - For sailings on or after March 2, 2023, pre-cruise testing will no longer be necessary to board. - Masks are no longer required onboard.

How do you pay for things on a cruise?

Everything you pay for onboard a cruise is added to a cruise account, usually using your cruise card. This card is your room key, but it also serves as your payment card during the ship. Everything is added to an account, which you then have to pay off on the last morning of your cruise.

What do I not need on a cruise?

Can I go on a cruise with just my ID?

You can cruise to quite a few destinations without a passport, as long as you have proof of citizenship and a government-issued photo ID. A variety of documents are accepted as proof of citizenship, including a state-certified U.S. birth certificate.

Do you have to pay to get off a cruise ship at ports?

Just as you have to pay your base cruise fare, you also have to pay port charges and taxes. These are necessary even if you don't actually get off the ship when the ship's docked at a port of call.

How much does a cruise ship captain make?

The amount of experience, the level of education, the grades they received, location, and company all can determine the year's salary. In general, a cruise ship captain salary ranges between $54,000 and more than $100,000. This may seem like a low pay scale considering the responsibilities that come with the job.

How much money should I take on a 7 day cruise?

Many people suggest $100 per day, and this has generally worked well for me in my cruising experiences, but there are a lot of variables to consider.