Is CocoCay cashless?
Is CocoCay cashless? You'll need your SeaPass card to pay for things on the island. There's also an island market with local Bahamian crafts, where items can be charged with your SeaPass card (until 2:30 p.m.) and cash (USD) is always accepted.
Do you need water shoes at CocoCay?
Proper footwear Your shoes must have a closed toe area and be secured around the back of your foot as well. Sneakers or enclosed water shoes are great options.
Are towels free at CocoCay?
Absolutely! Beach chairs and umbrellas are complimentary to all of our guests and can be found throughout the island. Complimentary beach towels are available onboard your ship, can be brought onto the island, and exchanged throughout the day as desired at three towel exchange stations.
Is CocoCay walkable?
Coco Cay is 1.0 miles long and 200 yards wide and can be easily explored by walking. There are two trams that operate on the island to offer ride service to cruise guests. One tram provides service along the cruise pier to bring guests to and from the island and the ship.
How do you keep cash safe on a cruise?
Use the ship's safe, or bring your own. When not in use, your jewelry and cash should be kept in a safe. Every cruise ship cabin comes with a safe; there also are portable safes you can purchase for added security. (Crewmembers, like any hotel staff, have the ability to open your safe in the event you're locked out.)
Are cruise ship casinos cashless?
On most cruises, you'll be able to use both cash and your cruise card. At the tables, your cash will be turned into chips or you can charge the price of the chips on your cruise card. Most slot machines will just take your cruise card, but some will also take cash.
How do you pay for alcohol on Royal Caribbean?
Royal Caribbean guests wishing to purchase a drink package can do so either prior to their cruise via the Cruise Planner web site or once onboard their ship. Once purchased, you must pay for the package for the duration of your cruise.
Do I need cash on a cruise ship?
There is no need for cash. The same goes for most gratuities. Cruise lines now offer prepaid options for gratuities to your room steward and dining room waiters. So you can pay them before you even get on the ship.
Do you have to tip for drinks on Royal Caribbean?
We hope you find the gratuity to be an accurate reflection of your satisfaction and thank you for your generous recognition of our staff. A 18% gratuity is automatically added to all beverages, mini bar items, and spa & salon purchases. Guests can pre-pay gratuities by calling 866-562-7625 before the sailing*.
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.
Why not to use a debit card on a cruise?
Debit card This method of payment is not recommended. If you use a debit card, a request for pre-authorization will be made by the cruise line to ensure the availability of funds. This request will freeze the pre-authorized amount for up to 30 days.
How strict is Royal Caribbean with alcohol?
Can I bring booze onboard a Royal Caribbean cruise? Bringing alcohol onboard at embarkation: Passengers can bring onboard a maximum of two bottles of wine or Champagne (750 ml each) per cabin during embarkation only; if spirits or beer are found, they will be confiscated and destroyed.
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.