European outlet adapter

[Cruiser70]

Hi

Just heard about the new change no extension cords  or 

multiple plugs. Does that mean you still can or not use European plug adapters?

[loki007]

Going on Utopia next Friday we always carry European adapters. I'll let you know 

[Cruiser70]

Have a wonderful time,and thank you!

[Woody14]

a straight adapter you would have no issues with.   But if it is a multi plug one??

[Atlantix2000]

The simplest way to sum up the rules is "Don't add power outlets".

Single outlet power adapters (for voltage and/or shape) are fine.  Multi-port chargers (USB/Thunderbird/etc) are fine.  Neither of these increase the number of power outlets.

[FOB]

get something like this https://www.amazon.co.uk/multi-adapter/s?k=multi+adapter then it can be used in US or EU outlets - and if you are staying on after your cruise it will also be good for UK and AUS outlets.

[Willem]

i understand the the concern from one side, however i have to say that it's something RC has caused itself also, with the very limited power supply issued in a stateroom, people take their own cords and extensions with them often it's like one us and 1 european in a stateroom sometimes its 2, but with this i can imagine people takin their own plugins and converters as a result.

So 

1 i think its a good thing for safety
2. I should think and hope that b4 implementing this they would have adressed supplying 1 or 2 extra power supplyers in a stateroom cause else it will prbably meet a lot of complaints of guests and eventually it might become an issue where hard enforcements and a lot of passengers will get in arguements about it with the people that have to enforce it.  

Im goin on cruise october 13th so will see how it is than

[Atlantix2000]

18 hours ago, Willem said:

i understand the the concern from one side, however i have to say that it's something RC has caused itself also, with the very limited power supply issued in a stateroom, people take their own cords and extensions with them often it's like one us and 1 european in a stateroom sometimes its 2, but with this i can imagine people takin their own plugins and converters as a result.

So 

1 i think its a good thing for safety
2. I should think and hope that b4 implementing this they would have adressed supplying 1 or 2 extra power supplyers in a stateroom cause else it will prbably meet a lot of complaints of guests and eventually it might become an issue where hard enforcements and a lot of passengers will get in arguements about it with the people that have to enforce it.  

Im goin on cruise october 13th so will see how it is than

Newer ships come with more outlets and more importantly, also have multiple built-in USB charging outlets available.  Older ships have had some outlets replaced with combo power and USB outlets.  There are probably still some older ships that haven't received this upgrade but the overall situation is much better than a few years ago.

[cdixon22]

On 9/19/2024 at 5:06 PM, loki007 said:

Going on Utopia next Friday we always carry European adapters. I'll let you know 

Any update?

[skywalk640]

Just got back from Liberty of the Seas and used this European adapter without issues https://www.amazon.com/European-LENCENT-International-Foldable-Approved/dp/B0C5DDVFFB/?th=1

 

[bobroo]

5 hours ago, skywalk640 said:

Just got back from Liberty of the Seas and used this European adapter without issues https://www.amazon.com/European-LENCENT-International-Foldable-Approved/dp/B0C5DDVFFB/?th=1

 

 

^^^^ This adapter referenced above is EXACTLY the type of adapter Royal does NOT want brought aboard their vessels^^^^

This thing is nothing but a fire hazard.

[TXcruzer]

14 hours ago, skywalk640 said:

Just got back from Liberty of the Seas and used this European adapter without issues https://www.amazon.com/European-LENCENT-International-Foldable-Approved/dp/B0C5DDVFFB/?th=1

 

You got lucky, that is as banned as it gets

[TXcruzer]

On 9/22/2024 at 4:24 PM, Willem said:

i understand the the concern from one side, however i have to say that it's something RC has caused itself also, with the very limited power supply issued in a stateroom, people take their own cords and extensions with them often it's like one us and 1 european in a stateroom sometimes its 2, but with this i can imagine people takin their own plugins and converters as a result.

So 

1 i think its a good thing for safety
2. I should think and hope that b4 implementing this they would have adressed supplying 1 or 2 extra power supplyers in a stateroom cause else it will prbably meet a lot of complaints of guests and eventually it might become an issue where hard enforcements and a lot of passengers will get in arguements about it with the people that have to enforce it.  

Im goin on cruise october 13th so will see how it is than

A "problem" that is easily solved with a USB charging hub, no problem

[loki007]

17 hours ago, cdixon22 said:

Any update?

We had no issues bringing on and using an adapter for the european outlets than included 1 US plug and multiple USB's. I believe the standard has been clarified to only adapters that have more than 1 US standard 3 prong plug. 

[tonyfsu21]

On 9/19/2024 at 4:22 PM, Cruiser70 said:

Hi

Just heard about the new change no extension cords  or 

multiple plugs. Does that mean you still can or not use European plug adapters?

I can’t imagine the point in a euro plug if you couldn’t adapt it on a US sailing. I always bring the adaptors readily available on Amazon but they are not multi plug. I wouldn’t thing 1:1 is an issue but will soon find out.

[loki007]

2 hours ago, tonyfsu21 said:

I can’t imagine the point in a euro plug if you couldn’t adapt it on a US sailing. I always bring the adaptors readily available on Amazon but they are not multi plug. I wouldn’t thing 1:1 is an issue but will soon find out.

you won't have any issue 

[Last2Know]

Just off Jewel as of yesterday.  No issue with bringing Euro plug adapters onboard.

[baltodave]

On smaller ships with less outlets, it's a good idea to bring a European adapter.  But it's a good idea to understand the difference between an "adapter" and a "converter".  Adapters are cheaper and simply allow a US-style plug.  That being said, European outlets put out 220-240 volts.  US outlets put out 100-127 volts.  Make sure whatever you plug into the European adapter can handle both.  In my case, my USB hub handles both.  A long time ago, when I wore contact lenses, they had to be soaked in a warmer overnight.  I didn't realize the difference and the lenses were brown the next morning!  Lesson learned! 

Converters are more expensive and convert the voltage from European (220-240) to US (usually 110).

[wilhouse]

 I just read that you can't use the European to US adapter at all! Even if it has 1 outlet!!

[TXcruzer]

22 hours ago, wilhouse said:

 I just read that you can't use the European to US adapter at all! Even if it has 1 outlet!!

Whatever you read was publishing bad information. 

[smokeybandit]

22 hours ago, wilhouse said:

 I just read that you can't use the European to US adapter at all! Even if it has 1 outlet!!

That's not true.

[WAAAYTOOO]

We are onboard Enchantment this week (as well as last week) and the Euro adapter would not go into the Euro plug...the plug is too deep and it wouldn't go in.  UGH.  But it really didn't matter as we had an alternative solution....but just be aware that not all plugs are equal.

[Rackham]

They might have seen this article which says the single outlet converter is prohibited. https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/bans-royal-caribbean-passengers-know-121600641.html

"Royal Caribbean no longer allows any device which creates more plugs. This includes European adapters that turn the outlet into an American-style plug."

This is, of course, incorrect (and considering it was their first post it's probably an attempt at stirring the pot), but I could see people who don't know any better thinking this is true since it's an article online, therefore, it's been fact checked and all that, right?

[smokeybandit]

8 minutes ago, Rackham said:

They might have seen this article which says the single outlet converter is prohibited. https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/bans-royal-caribbean-passengers-know-121600641.html

"Royal Caribbean no longer allows any device which creates more plugs. This includes European adapters that turn the outlet into an American-style plug."

This is, of course, incorrect (and considering it was their first post it's probably an attempt at stirring the pot), but I could see people who don't know any better thinking this is true since it's an article online, therefore, it's been fact checked and all that, right?

There's nothing on RC's site that suggests a ban on single-outlet Euro adapters. Unless that's just a poorly worded sentence where they mean "even European multi plug adapters are banned"

[TXcruzer]

1 hour ago, Rackham said:

They might have seen this article which says the single outlet converter is prohibited. https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/bans-royal-caribbean-passengers-know-121600641.html

"Royal Caribbean no longer allows any device which creates more plugs. This includes European adapters that turn the outlet into an American-style plug."

This is, of course, incorrect (and considering it was their first post it's probably an attempt at stirring the pot), but I could see people who don't know any better thinking this is true since it's an article online, therefore, it's been fact checked and all that, right?

"Yahoo"

That tells you everything you need to know about the reliability of the information.

[RestingBird]

Wondering if this will be ok to use?

[WAAAYTOOO]

Yes

[RestingBird]

13 minutes ago, WAAAYTOOO said:

Yes

Awesome!  Thanks for replying!

[WAAAYTOOO]

Just now, RestingBird said:

Awesome!  Thanks for replying!

You're welcome !

[frazer17]

Hi , cruise newbie here, so forgive if I go over well trodden ground.

I am on Odyssey of the seas for 7 nights in the Med this summer. Couple of questions

1) does the ship have EU or USA sockets

2) Is it possible to use a two plug adaptor into a single ship socket?

 

Many thanks for any reply 

[wordell1]

17 minutes ago, frazer17 said:

Hi , cruise newbie here, so forgive if I go over well trodden ground.

I am on Odyssey of the seas for 7 nights in the Med this summer. Couple of questions

1) does the ship have EU or USA sockets

2) Is it possible to use a two plug adaptor into a single ship socket?

 

Many thanks for any reply 

1.  It will have both

2.  2 plug adapters are on the banned list.  You can use the ones that have one plug and Data (USB or Type C) ports also.

[frazer17]

3 hours ago, wordell1 said:

1.  It will have both

2.  2 plug adapters are on the banned list.  You can use the ones that have one plug and Data (USB or Type C) ports also.

Oh dear, my wife will not be amused

[dougalsgirl]

 

this thread might be helpful as to what you can expect to find!