ellcee Posted August 30, 2019 Report Share Posted August 30, 2019 Was wondering if anyone knew Royal Caribbean's policy on CBD oils/gummies/lotions/etc..? State to state have different rules but wondering if anyone know if you can bring it on ship. To be very clear, cannabidiol not THC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLMoran Posted August 30, 2019 Report Share Posted August 30, 2019 Hmm, I remember seeing a lengthy discussion about this on the forums here not that long ago, but when I search I can't find it. General consensus that I recall was that because the ships have to adhere to global laws and not just US; and even the US laws are not 100% rock solid for the long-term (CBD being available in the US is a side effect of the current farm bill that allows growing hemp once again) and could be rolled back as soon as next year if the allowance on the farm bill is discontinued, that it was best not to chance that. Just no way to know how the ship / port security staff would handle that if it was found in either carry-on or checked luggage. ellcee and 4ensic 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 30, 2019 Report Share Posted August 30, 2019 I think short answer is it's not allowed. According to Prohibited Item list, "CBD Oil / CBD Products" are not allowed. JLMoran, Galveston Steve, CruiseGus and 4 others 3 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob&Ana Posted August 30, 2019 Report Share Posted August 30, 2019 I would not risk it. We were on a cruise a while back the some guys all got arrested when they got caught during a routine inspection by US Border guys, not sure if they had info on them or just random....but they got arrested for pot and the room attendant told us it was just a small baggy.... ellcee and ANGELA ROMAN 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jmille58 Posted August 30, 2019 Report Share Posted August 30, 2019 I just came back from Western Caribbean cruise and I brought my cbd oil. It did not get confiscated. We carried are bags on and it passed security check at the port. DJsMrs and ellcee 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted August 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 4 hours ago, Rob&Ana said: I would not risk it. We were on a cruise a while back the some guys all got arrested when they got caught during a routine inspection by US Border guys, not sure if they had info on them or just random....but they got arrested for pot and the room attendant told us it was just a small baggy.... I wouldn’t risk either but this isn’t considered pot or marijuana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryCS62 Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 23 hours ago, JLMoran said: Hmm, I remember seeing a lengthy discussion about this on the forums here not that long ago, but when I search I can't find it. General consensus that I recall was that because the ships have to adhere to global laws and not just US; and even the US laws are not 100% rock solid for the long-term (CBD being available in the US is a side effect of the current farm bill that allows growing hemp once again) and could be rolled back as soon as next year if the allowance on the farm bill is discontinued, that it was best not to chance that. Just no way to know how the ship / port security staff would handle that if it was found in either carry-on or checked luggage. It was about a drug called Epidiolex -- approved for epilepsy JLMoran 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morganno Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 We bought some in Boston and took it on we didn't ask and just brought it on with medication. I think my wife would have went into full meltdown as it was really helping her health problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLMoran Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 3 hours ago, MaryCS62 said: It was about a drug called Epidiolex -- approved for epilepsy Ah, that's why I couldn't find it, even though Epidiolex is CBD-based. Thanks @MaryCS62! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryCS62 Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 7 minutes ago, JLMoran said: Ah, that's why I couldn't find it, even though Epidiolex is CBD-based. Thanks @MaryCS62! I remembered it because I had contributed to it , and like I said, it's my profession, and it's a subject I'm very familiar with... JLMoran 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted September 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2019 Yeah, I wouldn't have thought to look under Epidiolex in my search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IorisThor Posted June 17, 2021 Report Share Posted June 17, 2021 I think everthing is ok to have it on a ship. Especially since you don't know what can happen at sea, storms and the sea can go crazy. (Or we don't have oil to slide easier) XD But until I saw this post, I didn't think I could travel with it. Thank you very much for the helpful information. But from what I've read on CBDOilKing.co.uk, I have to be careful to see if the laws allow this oil in that country. If I'm not allowed to do that, we move on to standard cigarettes. I've heard that some cruise ships don't let it. What do you think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ConstantCruiser Posted June 17, 2021 Report Share Posted June 17, 2021 21 minutes ago, IorisThor said: I thonk everthing is ok to have it on a ship. Everything is ok until it isn't. Cruising is international travel. Not all countries have the same view on the subject. What is now okay domestically may not be in another country. Bermuda for example has been known for boarding cruise ships and searching guest cabins. That's legal there. You have no rights as an American while in another country. Are cruise lines training their cabin attendants to search for CBD products? I don't think so, so it's not likely going to be a problem until something happens that brings it to light and that point the cruise line can't just let it slide and pretend they didn't see it. It's your life and you are free to make choices but understand that some choices have consequences. When you factor in international law make those choices wisely. Galveston Steve, 4ensic and dee02554 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryCS62 Posted June 17, 2021 Report Share Posted June 17, 2021 I have a CBD balm stick (looks like a roll on deodorant) that I use on my knees and is what allows me to walk every day. I would be in serious trouble if I can't use it daily. Will have to think on this... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kayleigh Posted June 17, 2021 Report Share Posted June 17, 2021 My husband was able to bring his CBD. We had it packed away with our other toiletries and nothing was confiscated. I think he had a smaller bottle anyways. Drew4524 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dee02554 Posted June 17, 2021 Report Share Posted June 17, 2021 Question wasn't if " you can get away with it " the question was is it legal , as a Below the knee amputee do I use it often YES , will I take it on my cruise, NO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reigert2008 Posted June 17, 2021 Report Share Posted June 17, 2021 i think the best way to find out this answer is to contact Royal directly. Policies are changing every day for many things. Seriously, I check the "what's allowed" page at least a week before I cruise and then again the day before we leave, just to make sure. Same with the TSA policies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffB Posted June 17, 2021 Report Share Posted June 17, 2021 This thread topic caught my eye only because my wife uses it with good effect for osteoarthritis in her hands. If I hadn't seen this, I never would have thought about whether or not one can travel with it. Domestically, the simple answer is yes. Internationally, you have to check in-country laws for CBD products. Keep in mind, CBD products are not the same thing as a bag of MJ or a few joints you try to stick in your luggage. That's a no-no. I only looked at the laws in one place - Greece. Googling it was easy and I got the information I needed and in general, yes, you can legally have it in your possession in Greece. I have my doubts that an RCL CSR will know about CBD products in countries they visit. I suspect they might know if there is a cruise line policy that prohibits carrying it. My research indicates it's not a prohibited product by domestic TSA or onboard ship. However, I'd pack it in clear sight with other toiletries in your luggage where you usually put such things, don't try to hide it and then don't ask if it's OK. You'll find out if it's not on inspection. I also read that dogs trained to smell cannabis products don't alert on specific types of CBD products available OTC in a store. In my google searching, this article popped up. Its a good read on the subject: https://www.smartertravel.com/traveling-with-cbd-oil/ JLMoran, dee02554, sammy79 and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordiary Posted July 29, 2021 Report Share Posted July 29, 2021 Travelling with CBD oils is legal at federal level, however the state law restricts the possession of CBD oils while travelling but with certain exceptions. If you need it medically, you can take it with you but with a prescription, like any other medications. Me being someone who experiences jet lag often carries a https://cambridgelabscbd.co.uk/product/500mg-cbd-oil-uk-30ml/ during my trips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted November 15, 2023 Report Share Posted November 15, 2023 A warning for those who get caught with CBD https://www.cruisehive.com/carnival-passenger-banned-for-life-due-to-prohibited-item/115872 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geezer Of The Seas Posted November 16, 2023 Report Share Posted November 16, 2023 This isn't hard. In the cruise ticket/contract, it's there in black and white. Disembarkation, permanent trespass from a cruise line, no refund of fare would seem plenty of incentive to abide by the policy. And has been stated in a discussion thread on this forum, what may be legal in your state of residence ISN'T allowed on a cruise ship...........though it happens, especially ganja. Oh, and if you're "holding" in a foreign port, you and your bags on the pier with no refund and a DIY trip back to the US would really inspire me to respect the rules. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolly Ogre Posted November 16, 2023 Report Share Posted November 16, 2023 20 hours ago, smokeybandit said: A warning for those who get caught with CBD https://www.cruisehive.com/carnival-passenger-banned-for-life-due-to-prohibited-item/115872 Ryan79 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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