How old do I have to be to book a cruise?


How old do I have to be to book a cruise? Travelers under the age of 18 (on cruises with no U.S. port) or 21 (on cruises with U.S. ports) must travel with an adult over that specific age, and must be booked in the same or connecting/nearby cabin as an adult over age 18 or 21.


Can a 17 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).


Can you go on a Disney cruise at 17?

In general, Disney Cruise Line security guidelines require children under the age of 18 to be accompanied by an adult Guest traveling in the same stateroom.


What documents do I need for a cruise?

For most cruises, you'll need a passport book that's valid for at least six months from the day your sailing ends. In some cases, you can use a passport card instead of a passport book, but that will only work if you plan to reenter the United States via your ship from Mexico, Canada, Bermuda or the Caribbean.


Can a 19 year old drink alcohol on a cruise ship?

Now, if you happen to be a civilized teen looking to cruise solo with a friend or two, you're basically out of luck. All passengers must be 21 years old to drink alcohol no matter where the ship is sailing.


What can an 18 year old do on a cruise ship?

Sit by the pool, relax and enjoy the ocean view. Read a book. Play games on your phone/tablet, do a crossword book. Participate in ship activities - mini golf, court sports, cornhole.


Can you drink on a cruise at 16?

In most areas of the world, the minimum drinking age is anywhere from 16 to 18, so it is possible to find a cruise that adheres to this minimum. That said, you'll notice that most cruise ships sailing from North America have a minimum drinking age of 21 years to abide by United States law.


What happens if you get caught underage drinking on a cruise?

If you break ship rules by drinking underage you can expect a stern verbal and written warning to you and your parents upon your first offense. If you do it again, your entire party (you, your parents and any other siblings) will be put off the ship at the next stop.


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.


Can a 3 month old go on a cruise?

Infants must be at least 6 months of age at the time of embarkation in order to sail. Children must be at least 12 months of age at the time of embarkation to sail on trans-ocean crossings and remote itineraries, where there are more than 2 consecutive sea days. We do not carry baby food or formula on board our ships.


What can a 16 year old do on a cruise?

At night, supervised teen programming may include interactive games, video game or arcade play, and late-night dance parties. The teen lounges will likely be open for general socializing, as well.


Can I book a cruise without a valid passport?

Do I need a passport? We recommend that everyone taking a cruise from the United States have a passport book. Though some “closed-loop” cruises may not require a U.S. passport, we recommend bringing yours in case of an emergency, such as an unexpected medical air evacuation or the ship docking at an alternate port.


Can a 16 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 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.


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 18 year olds drink on Norwegian cruise lines?

The minimum drinking age for all alcoholic beverages on Norwegian Cruise Line ships is 21. Guests who are 18 - 20 years of age can purchase and consume beer or wine when the ship is in international waters (3 miles out of US territorial waters). The age modification does not apply for Alaska and Hawaii sailings.


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.