Royal Caribbean International · On board
Can I bring water or soda?
The answer
Checked 2026-09-21Alcohol is prohibited, apart from the Beverage Policy exception
- Alcoholic beverages of any type are prohibited on board, except as permitted under the Royal Caribbean Beverage Policy.
- Prohibited items can be confiscated at the terminal or on board.
- The ship's Security team has sole discretion over whether an item is allowed. Questionable items are decided by the Chief Security Officer and the Staff Captain.
- Baby bottle cleaners, sanitizers and warmers need a case-by-case review. Contact the Access team before sailing.
In one sentence — Royal Caribbean International: Alcohol is prohibited, apart from the Beverage Policy exception. Alcoholic beverages of any type are prohibited on board, except as permitted under the Royal Caribbean Beverage Policy. Prohibited items can be confiscated at the terminal or on board. The ship's Security team has sole discretion over whether an item is allowed. Questionable items are decided by the Chief Security Officer and the Staff Captain. Baby bottle cleaners, sanitizers and warmers need a case-by-case review. Contact the Access team before sailing. Read from Royal Caribbean International's own published policy on 2026-09-21. Cruise lines change policies without notice — confirm with Royal Caribbean International before relying on this.
Why this one catches people out
Rules differ by line and change more often than any other policy on this site.
Where this came from
https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/prohibited-items-onboard-policyWe read these policies from each cruise line's own pages and record the date we read them. Lines change their rules without notice. Always confirm with the cruise line before you rely on anything here.