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New cruise line electronic policy: clear as mud
Everything from cell phones to cameras are subject to Carnival’s right to destroy, under controversial new cruise line rules that have “Cruise Critic members in a tizzy” at the site’s forum.
Oh yes, also included are flat irons, and power strips.
The policy can be found in Carnival’s FAQ section, under the question “Are there restrictions on what we can bring aboard? “
Sure are, as it turns out.
Some aspects are of the cruise line’s policy are long-standing. As on many ships, Carnival’s staff will confiscate alcohol or beer passengers try to smuggle onboard, as well as fire hazards such as candles or incense. Security people will also prevent guests from bringing onboard items like firearms, explosives, marijuana and knives for safety reasons.
”However, the revised instructions are distinctly unclear about daily-use items cruise travelers are used to taking onboard, such as personal grooming devices (hair dryers, straighteners and curlers), electronics (cell phones, cameras, laptops) and electrical devices (fans, power strips, extension cords),” says Cruise Critic.
According to the new documentation, these are "allowed onboard when used with proper caution" yet if the aforementioned items "are determined to pose a hazard, they will be removed and returned the last day of the cruise." Medically necessary devices are allowed, but specific conditions must be met.
Yet, the posted list does not outline what criteria would be used to determine whether the items in question are a safety hazard, and whether they might be taken away solely for being brought onboard or only for reported misuse.
And it’s exactly that lack of clarity that has Cruise Critic members upset.
Cruise Critic offered Carnival spokeswoman Jennifer de la Cruz a chance to clarity the policy. Among other points, she says confiscation could start at any point from luggage screening through the conclusion of the voyages.But she added any such items would be returned. And the cruise line would reimburse for any lost or damaged items.
One blogger’s response: “Women will not go on vacation.”
By David Wilkening
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