The Welder Posted June 9, 2022 Report Share Posted June 9, 2022 I know power strips with surge protectors are not allowed. Will RC confiscate a non surge protected power strip or short power cord with 2 or 3 molded in plugs? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pattycruise Posted June 10, 2022 Report Share Posted June 10, 2022 https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/prohibited-items-onboard-policy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrznTxn Posted June 10, 2022 Report Share Posted June 10, 2022 That is a yes and no answer. We have in the past taken very short extension cords with no surge protector with no issues but others have had them taken away. We quit taking the cords and just take a multi plug block with three outlets. These do not have an issue. But lately we have only used our three port USB plugs since all our devices but my laptop have gone to USB. For my laptop I request and get a ship extension cord from the steward so I can work out on the balcony. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby Dick Posted June 10, 2022 Report Share Posted June 10, 2022 https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/prohibited-items-onboard-policy If you go to and really look and read this link, you'll find that it doesn't mention Surge Protectors/Suppressers at all. The only thing related to them is "Electrical Extension Cords". I've always been under the understanding that Surge Protectors/Suppressors, throughout my whole cruising past/history, were/are prohibited items. I don't know why Royal has not addressed it in THEIR FAQ or anywhere else as far as I can tell. I've read in other forums that people have actually had those plug/extension blocks that are also surge protected confiscated at the terminal before embarkation. So, I can't say for sure what is going on with them. Are they authorized or aren't they? Enquiring minds want to know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWDW1204 Posted June 10, 2022 Report Share Posted June 10, 2022 This might be why no surge protectors. From 2013. USCG Marine Safety Alert 03-13 Surge Protective Devices Onboard Vessels.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traveling Mike Posted June 10, 2022 Report Share Posted June 10, 2022 This is what I use on the ships and when I am in Europe. EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter One International Wall Charger AC Plug Adaptor with 5.6A Smart Power and 3.0A USB Type-C For USA EU UK AUS (Grey) - - Amazon.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXcruzer Posted June 10, 2022 Report Share Posted June 10, 2022 12 hours ago, Suite Snob said: https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/prohibited-items-onboard-policy If you go to and really look and read this link, you'll find that it doesn't mention Surge Protectors/Suppressers at all. The only thing related to them is "Electrical Extension Cords". I've always been under the understanding that Surge Protectors/Suppressors, throughout my whole cruising past/history, were/are prohibited items. I don't know why Royal has not addressed it in THEIR FAQ or anywhere else as far as I can tell. I've read in other forums that people have actually had those plug/extension blocks that are also surge protected confiscated at the terminal before embarkation. So, I can't say for sure what is going on with them. Are they authorized or aren't they? Enquiring minds want to know. Due to lack of grounding on marine electrical systems, surge protectors are a major safety concern; and universally disallowed on all types of ships. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrimsonCruiser Posted June 10, 2022 Report Share Posted June 10, 2022 We had the confiscated experience the one time we tried and decided not to try again. Took a basic 3 outlet, dollar tree one and it was removed from the carry-on. Obviously got it back at the end of the cruise but was glad I didn't have a pricey one. Seems like a YMMV situation. But USB hubs have gotten through on more occasions, from what I hear. Moby Dick 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moby Dick Posted June 10, 2022 Report Share Posted June 10, 2022 I just remembered that on my last cruise, a Port Security person (Port of Seattle, Pier 91) tried to confiscate my drone. I tried to show him Royal's website FAQ that specifically authorized bring a Drone aboard (it also says that you can't fly it on board). But, it didn't matter to him. It wasn't until we got to his, I assume, supervisor that the decision was reversed. Yes, YMMV is a very important aspect of what is authorized or not. Actually, it depends on the training, or not, of the person doing the inspection of your personal belongings and THEIR interpretation of their training, unfortunately. It would be interesting to read if anybody took a plug block (no cord) with surge suppressor/protector to the terminal and was told that it wasn't authorized. But, was asked to show where it is prohibited, in writing. AND, show a copy of Royal's own FAQ that doesn't mention a suppressor or protector, just an electrical extension cord. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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