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For first-timers packing for a Viking ocean cruise, our advice:

Preparing for any trip involves planning—as well as careful pruning:

Not only do you need to figure out what to take but you need to determine what NOT to take. 

Tips for pruning before packing for a Viking ocean cruise:

  • Don’t wait until the last minute.
  • Think through where you’ll be, what you’ll be doing, and what you’ll wear.
  • Make lists as reminders to guide your packing.

The perils of overpacking for a Viking ocean cruise or any ocean cruise

Cramming too much in your suitcase increases the odds of additional airline fees for oversized or overweight checked bags. Heavy bags are tricky to manage, too.

As we age, carrying and lifting suitcases can exact a toll on our back and shoulder muscles.

Once onboard, it can be difficult to stow an overpacked bag under your bed easily. Although there is ample storage space onboard Viking Ocean Cruises, bringing too much stuff makes it harder to sift through your belongings to stay organized and find what you want.

Another reason you can travel light: Viking Ocean ships have self-service laundry facilities on decks 3, 4, 5, and 6, and depending on your stateroom category, laundry and dry cleaning services may be complimentary. You do not have to bring detergent as it is available for guests in the self-service laundries.

So master the art of packing ligh t! In fact, you might want to think about assembling a travel capsule wardrobe.

Oops…I left it home

Of course, there is a downside to taking minimalism to the extreme or packing sloppily. Perhaps you’ll leave your sunglasses or swimsuit at home or forget to bring a sweater for chilly evenings.

We were on a shoulder season cruise in the Mediterranean a few years ago. I could have kicked myself for leaving my swimsuit at home when the weather unexpectedly turned warm and sunny! It was impossible to find one to my liking in the department store in Marseille—although I tried.

Packing too little means you may have to do without, or pay the price of purchasing (and finding) replacements while traveling for things you already have at home.

Packing for a Viking Ocean Cruise: What NOT to pack

Here is our advice on eight things you should definitely NOT take when packing for a Viking Ocean Cruise:

1) NO formal evening attire

When packing for a Viking Ocean Cruise, you don't have to bring formal wear like this red gown.

There are no formal nights on Viking, so there’s no need for long dresses for women or dinner jackets for men (even neckties are discretionary).

Instead, the dress code for dinner is “elegant casual,” meaning anything from a sundress in the Caribbean—to slacks and a blouse for women cruising in colder climates.

There are few hard-fast rules for evening dress on the ship except to limit shorts and workout attire to daytime use only.

Male passengers generally opt for trousers and a collared shirt (short or long-sleeved) in the evening, generally without a sports jacket or tie. A black colored polo shirt (my husband likes the Ralph Lauren slim shirt) is always a great look for men.  

I rarely take precious jewelry on any cruise. It’s something to worry about losing, and fanciful costume jewelry is just as much fun!

Read my post on Travel Jewelry: What To Take and What Not To Take

Similarly, do not bring high heels. Bring comfortable walking or athletic shoes because you’ll be doing a lot of walking each day.

2) NO hairdryer

Braun Hair Dryer on Viking Star (Photo credit: Jerome Levine)

Every ocean (or river ship) we’ve ever been on has had a hairdryer tucked in a drawer or closet (although you often have to search for them).

You definitely don’t need to bring one. I loved the Braun Satin Hair model in my Viking Ocean stateroom so much that I wanted to purchase one after I got home. I searched high and low without success; perhaps, the compact model is only sold in Europe.

If you are planning a cruise extension or simply want to bring your own, one of my favorite travel hairdryers is the BaByliss Pro . It’s super compact, has dual voltage, and is extremely lightweight. 

Straightening or curling irons are another story. Neither hotels nor cruise ships have caught up with the popularity of these hair tools. So if you depend on them, bring your own.

The only exception to the no-adapter rule below is to bring European-style adapters for the plugs, and any hair tool you bring runs on 220V current (for use near the makeup table in your cabin).

3) No adapters

Bedside outlets on Viking Star

Electrical outlets in Viking Ocean staterooms run on either 110V and 220V, so when packing for a Viking Ocean Cruise, there is no need to bring other adapters—even though you’ll be visiting different countries.

Each cabin has two 110V sockets above the desk and one on each side of the bed. There are also USB ports to charge your cellphone or tablet so all you need to bring are the cables.

If you travel with a lot of electronics and want to bring a power strip with. you, you might want to take a look at the Addtam power strip (available on Amazon) .  It has a clever design that won’t take up unnecessary space. This is especially handy on cruise ships where nightstands tend to be small. The AC outlets are spaced extra wide with 2.4 inches between them, much larger than the standard 1.5-inch socket. This makes it work well with the bulky adapters that come with laptops and other electronic gadgets. Although compact it has three regular outlets, four USB ports (2 of them USB C) and offers no-surge protection.

Because my husband and I have Apple watches, we bring a charging station that charges our iPhones and watches. It’s light, compact, and fits on the night table (we bring one charging station to share). I’ve tried several brands, including the one from Apple (the Apple MagSafe Duo ), and I prefer the STM ChargeTree Go, which is available from Amazon.   

4) No shampoo or conditioner

What not to bring when packing for a Viking Ocean Cruise: Freyja Toiletries are stocked on Viking Ocean Cruises

Shampoo and conditioner must be packed extra carefully when you’re flying because these liquids can easily leak onto your belongings and are subject to TSA 3-1-1 rules if you bring them in a carry-on.

Unless you are wed to a particular product, you don’t need to bring shampoo or conditioner onboard. Viking Ocean Cruises provides lovely Freyja toiletries (including shampoo and conditioner) that are designed exclusively for Viking in convenient, easy-to-handle sizes (rather than mini-bottles). (The Nordic skincare brand is named after Freyja, the Norse goddess of love, beauty, fertility, divination and magic.)

Also note: The toiletries on Viking come with large print labeling so those over the age of 40 don’t need to take their peepers into the shower.

Leave the soap, body lotion, shower gel, and shower cap at home as well. They are also provided by the cruise line and replenished as needed. (If you are addicted to bar soap, you’ll need to bring one with you.)

5) No snacks

Norwegian Waffle at Mamsen's (Credit: Jerome Levine)

When packing for a Viking Ocean Cruise, there is no need to bring any foodstuffs because you’ll never be hungry. Aside from three meals a day, snacks are always accessible– whether you miss a meal, wake up late, or have a craving between meal hours.

Mamsen’s is a small Norwegian-style counter tucked in the beautiful Explorer’s Lounge on Deck 7, serving small plates with dishes like smoked salmon, steak tartare and shrimp salad, and Norwegian waffles.

The Pool Grill serves up burgers, hotdogs, and salads throughout the afternoon. The Viking Bar on Deck 1 has sweets and savories available through midnight. And an extensive Room Service menu is available at no extra charge 24 hours a day.

If you think you may be tempted to bring snacks back to the ship after a cruise excursion, do remember to pack a few Ziploc bags to stow them. I find the quart-size bags to be the most versatile. (You never know where you might find a special type of chocolate:-)

6) No umbrella

Viking has thought of that, too. You’ll find two large red umbrellas in your stateroom that you can use if the weather is inclement.

Packing for a Viking Ocean Cruise: Umbrellas on the Viking Star (Photo credit: Jerome Levine)

7) No beach towels

No need for bringing bulky beach towels or taking sand home

Whether you plan to swim onboard or take an excursion to a beach, you won’t need to bring beach towels from home.

You’ll find beach towels near the pool areas and in bins by the security exit before disembarking.

If you’ve booked an excursion that might call for beach towels, a crew member often places towels on your bed the night before.

8) No expensive jewelry

Diamond ring

Yes, you’ll have an in-room safe in your stateroom, but why have to worry about jewelry getting lost or attracting thieves at ports?

Whenever I travel, I leave expensive pieces at home and opt for travel jewelry , fake pieces that look like the real thing.

9) Don’t bother packing alcohol

Don't waste your time and energy bringing wine on a Viking Ocean Cruise

The Viking Ocean Cruises FAQ page notes that guests are allowed to bring alcohol and other beverages for consumption in their staterooms and public spaces, including the dining room.

But why bother? There are ample opportunities to order beer, wine and beverages at lunch and dinner at no extra charge.

While on shore excursions, you can also purchase alcoholic beverages to bring on board. There are no corkage fees on Viking Ocean cruises.

10) What Not To Pack: Take These Things With You

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On every cruise line, it takes time for the crew to sort and distribute suitcases to all the staterooms on the ship.

If you are lucky enough to have your cabin ready for you soon after boarding, you may still have to wait for your suitcases to arrive.

We usually pack a carry-on or large tote when we cruise on Viking. Here are some of the items, we like to have to have on hand before our baggage is delivered:

  • Medications 
  • Essential toiletries (to freshen up)
  • Passport and boarding documents
  • All valuables, including our wallets, electronics and any expensive jewelry
  • Our computer

Will my luggage be searched on a Viking cruise?

When you board your ship, carry-on and checked luggage are examined with an X-ray machine. Your carry-on will be placed on a X-ray conveyer when you board. Inspection of checked luggage takes place after it arrives on the ship.

Your luggage will be searched only if the crew spots any dangerous or prohibited items. If you are unsure about whether something is permitted, check out this PDF from Viking outlining Prohibited Items for Luggage Loading .

This post was so popular that I recently posted a complementary piece:

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  • Viking Ocean Cruise Basic Packing List for Women

You’ll find some additional cruising tips in previous articles on MoreTimeToTravel :

  • Cruise Hacks: Eight Tips to Help You Pack for a River Cruise
  • COVID Travel Packing List (just in case)
  • Viking Ocean Cruises Carves Out A Special Niche for Over-50 Travelers
  • B est Travel Accessories for Men: 30 Great Gifts for Travelers

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Disclosures:

  • We have been invited guests of Viking Ocean Cruises but any opinions expressed in this post are our own.
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More info on packing for a Viking Ocean Cruise from the cruise line

  • Check out a list of items prohibited onboard:   Viking Prohibited Items List
  • Also, read: Viking Ocean Cruises Frequently Asked Questions

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You got me on #1, 3 and 6! I thought formal/dressy was the norm on all cruise ships! Guess not. Oh not to bring adapters! More room in my suitcase! And finally the umbrella. My travel one is small but having not to bring one would be great. Super post, Irene.

We’ve got to get you back into cruising, Janice! Glad you enjoyed the post~ Irene

In my experience, this is great advice! Thanks for the reminders.

Glad they resonated with you!

I’m bring my hair styling tool and want to plug it in to 110v in the bathroom. Will the ship have a adapter for me for the bathroom or is there a 110v plug in there? Thanks

I suggest that you call Viking Cruises to make sure—but if I recollect correctly, although there were ample 100V outlets, you may not be able to use any appliance in the bathroom except for an electric shaver. Depending on your stateroom, you will probably have a desk or dressing table with a 100v outlet where you can fix your hair.

Have a great time on your cruise!

I have been told by friends who sail on other lines that I will need a lanyard and pouch to carry ID and room keys, we did not on Viking River Cruises, do we on the ocean cruise? Thanks

Your room key is your ID. It is required each time you get off and on the ship. I usually carry a small purse with that and my phone and a small amount of cash. On the ship, you only need the ID, which you can tuck into a pocket. Some people do prefer lanyards but it’s not necessary.

Hope this helps! Irene

I’m going on a Viking River Cruise (Paris-Normandy). I wasn’t sure whether or not to bring my usual cruise lanyard and hole punch?

Up to you. Not too many passengers use them but it’s light enough to take along in case you want to:-) the only use would be getting on and off the ship. Bon voyage!

I really don’t want to bring any shampoo but I’m supposed to use phosphate free. I can’t find any info on Fteyja that gives me that info. HELP !!

I would suggest that you call Viking. I’d be surprised if they couldn’t tell you the answer; my experience is that they are great on the phone!

Jan Lee, I would definitely bring yours, I didn’t on our last Viking cruise and as great as their stuff is, it stripped the color.enjoy your trip.

Thanks for responding, Robyn. Many people prefer to bring their own reliable shampoos/conditioners/toiletries, etc. so they know what to expect when they use them.

In our documents from Viking regarding our river cruise in France, it says curling irons and flat irons are prohibited. Has anyone dealt with thus recently? My hair is very unruly and I am mortified at the thought of no heat styling tools! 18 days and counting:)

HI Shelley,

I found this online on the VIking Cruises Q&A site (I couldn’t find a similar statement specific to ocean cruises):

What Is The Electrical Voltage In The Stateroom? What Kind Of Converters Will I Need For My Computer/Curling Iron/Camera Battery Charger?

If you are traveling on a Viking Longship, you will find both 110V and 220V electrical outlets in your stateroom. The 110V electrical outlets (North American style) are located above the desk and on each side of the bed. Other European ships have 220V electricity, and have the German Schuko safety plug, which has two pins. In China the ships have a 3-pin blade safety plug; an adapter with just the two slanted blades will also work. In Southeast Asia the ships use a 2-pin Euro plug. Some of these plugs are grounded and some are not. Each stateroom will have one or two 115V razor plugs available, generally in the bathroom. See the chart for more details and pictures of the plugs.

My suggestion: It seems like it shouldn’t be a problem to bring your flat iron. I’ve taken mine on multiple Viking river and OCEAN cruises and have never had a problem. I’ve left it out on the counter and the stewards never said anything either. Unlike a hair dryer, flat irons don’t use a lot of current and most are dual voltage (check the tag).

Have a wonderful trip! Have you seen this post? https://www.moretimetotravel.com/cruise-hacks-8-tips-to-help-you-pack-for-a-river-cruise/

Best, Irene

Have you been on the Midnight Sun cruise – any thoughts on the type of clothing to bring – I leave in a few days and still struggling with what clothes to take – thanks 🙂

How exciting! No, I haven’t been on a Midnight Sun cruise but this article I recently wrote for Forbes.com may offer some general advice that could be helpful:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/irenelevine/2018/05/01/7-packing-tips-to-make-your-european-river-cruise-hassle-free/#43a857661797

Bon voyage! Irene

I am also taking that cruise. Maybe we will run into each other. Also trying to decide what to wear.

We just got back from the Viking Rhine River Cruise and these tips were very good. I have to say though that almost nobody dressed up for dinner—I saw one or two men in sport coats. Bring your comfortable easy to pack stuff ladies and bring athletic shoes that allow for socks. In the summer it can be really hot and sweaty feet even in sandals can cause blisters. Even the sharpest dressed had their athletic shoes or keen sandals on during the day. I was told specifically not to bring curling iron or flatiron (fire hazard). If you stay in a hotel before or after your cruise you will need to bring adapters for charging your phone or tablets. I definitely overpacked—shoes and clothes. I liked the hair and cleansing products on the ship, but the hotel had one cleanser for hair and body only. I was really glad I had brought my own shampoo and conditioner.

Glad the tips were helpful. Thanks for sharing your tips and experiences!

How does Viking Ocean cruises treat solo travellers. Are there any solo travellers on their cruises.

Do women really wear pants and a blouse for dinner? I am bringing a few dresses but am also bringing pants and blouses. I’m hoping that other women will be wearing slacks with a nice blouse for our Viking Ocean cruise to the Caribbean

Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable but nice slacks and a blouse will be absolutely fine. The dress code on Viking Ocean Cruises is very relaxed.

Hi Meri, I just took the Caribbean Amazon cruise and women were wearing slacks and blouses, as did I. Keep in mind that though it may be tropical outside it can get chilly in the a/c. In the theatre it can be arctic. Also, regarding a curling iron…I had one and used it and had no problem. Definitely needed that in the humidity. Of course as soon as I stepped outside it was all over!

Thanks for adding your experience, Mary!

Thank you for your quick reply. We are really looking forward to this cruise and it’s wonderful itinerary. Another question- my husband is thinking about bringing jeans to wear to dinner, but I thought I read that jeans are frowned upon for dinner. What is your advice?

Jeans are discouraged in the main dining room but if you want to eat and dress in jeans, you can get almost the same foods in the World Cafe, where there is no dress code. I would suggest he bring one pair of khakis.

You will have a wonderful time!

Thanks again!

Thanks for the tips! I have been or 2 VRCs and leave for my 1st VOC in a week (Baltic Sea – yay!) I will be on the Viking Sky so joined an”unofficial” Viking FB group to ask if all was repaired after the “incident” ~ a month ago (it is!) My #1 tip to people going on their 1st river cruise is “laundry is quick & inexpensive – don’t overpack.” There are laundry rooms on the ocean ships and a friend said do NOT think you will do laundry on the days you are sailing – everybody has that idea. Throw your clothes in a washer when you leave for dinner, then in the dryer afterward. Lots of controversy on curling irons & flatirons. Viking says they are NOT allowed, but no one will confiscate. Just be sure to unplug when not in use.

Thanks for your tip! I’m sure you will have a wonderful cruise! Best, Irene

Do viking ocean cruise lines have a hairdresser on board?

Yes, I believe there is one. You can check with Viking to make sure.

Regsrding snacks you forgot to mention that you do not need room service as each room comes with a bar fridge and that snacks like the delicious home baked cookies are readily available ftim the World Cafe. We often take a few with us on tours for snacks on the bus.

Point well taken! Thanks!

Thank you for these suggestions and actual experiences! I just received my cruise documents and read through them and was quite upset when I read that I could not bring my hair straightener on board. I laughed out loud at the comments from Shelly and Mary. My hair is unruly amplified. I had mental pictures of all my photos of me enjoying Europe but my hair looking like it did in junior high. Thank you all for your notes that you had no problems bringing them on board. Whew! Thank you Irene for this information!

Hoping you will enjoy your voyage and have “good hair days,” too!

Does the ocean cruise provide different pillow?

My recollection is that Viking Ocean Cruises have fluffy comforters and luxury down pillows. If you have any kind of allergy, you can ask your cabin steward or the guest services manager for a foam pillow. Hope that helps!

Enjoy your cruise!

I like a foam pillow so I asked for one on my Bermuda cruise with Viking. It arrived promptly that evening while we were at dinner. But I noticed that I had 3 pillows and had to throw the extra one on a chair. Next time I will ask for the extra pillow to be removed. I will also ask for a lighter bed cover. The down comforter is lovely but too heavy. The room stewards are wonderful and treat you like royalty!

Thanks for sharing your experience, Cindy! It will be helpful to others.

Are there tea making facilities in room. I like boiled water first up in the mirning

Hi Glenise,

According to the Viking website, coffee machines with premium coffee and tea selections are available in Deluxe Veranda staterooms and above: https://www.vikingcruises.com/oceans/ships/viking-sky.htmlsin the room. If you like tea, you’ll also appreciate the high tea service in the Wintergarden. Hope this helps. Irene

Can we travel with our dog?

“No pets or other animals are allowed on board the ship, other than service animals and certified therapy dogs as Viking may choose to permit at its sole discretion.” For additional information, see the Viking FAQs . Best, Irene

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The original Love Boat , Princess Cruises prides itself on its “ Local Connections ” experience — pairing passengers with locals in each port to learn about the region from those who live there. The immersive experience on its Mediterranean cruises continues on board with regional dancers, chefs, and musicians.

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Princess plans to debut two new ships in the Mediterranean in 2025: Sun Princess and Star Princess . Both ships will carry more than 4,000 passengers.

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Windstar Cruises is known as a small ship leader in the industry with its vessels holding between a mere 148 and 350 passengers. Their small ships allow passengers time in ports that larger ships can’t access, like Old Town Dubrovnik in Croatia. One unique experience when you sail with Windstar is the opportunity to visit local markets with the ship’s chef. Windstar also partners with the James Beard Foundation, bringing the expertise of some of the most sought-after chefs in the world to your daily dining experience.

Another special treat, Windstar’s Watersports Platform gives you access to the Mediterranean’s beautiful blue water straight from the ship. Kayak, snorkel, stand-up paddleboard, or just jump right in.

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10. Celestyal Cruises

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Celestyal Cruises also explores other areas of the eastern Mediterranean including Turkey, Egypt, Cyprus, and Israel.

Finally, hear it straight from the expert — one of Celestyal’s seasoned captains shared his eight essential tips for cruising the Greek Islands with us.

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Buying Jewelry Onboard - Good Deal or Total Rip Off??

By cruisin'sz , December 20, 2018 in Norwegian Cruise Line

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I was wondering if it was worth it to buy jewelry while on-board.   Can you really get a good deal or is it all just one big rip off?  Also, if you do buy jewelry on board, can you use your on-board credits and (I think it is 15% ) the ship discount some of us have as frequent cruisers?   Finally, if it is worth it to get the jewelry - are the jewelers negotiable.  Thanks for the help.    

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My husband bought an Invicta watch on the last day of our cruise, when there was a 50% - 75% off sale.  He was hesitant because he wasnt sure how much the watch would sell for at outside retailers.  He took a chance and bought it anyways, because he has a weakness for watches.  Later he learned that the price he paid was about $200 LESS than what the watch sold for at a few online retailers, including Amazon, so he was happy with the price he paid.  

That same day, I bought a ring that was normally $160, got it for $80.  I have no idea if it was worth it, but I LOVE the ring and have worn it everyday since buying it.

Long story short, it's like everything else.  If you see something you like, and have the money for it, get it!  

You can use onboard credit for purchases.  Not sure about getting the platinum discount.

The platinum discount is only for NCL logo merchandise.

The jewelry isn't "good deals" if you know your jewelry.  For example...they always push "zoltanite" and claim you can only get it on the ship.  Not true....I can get it for about 1/4 the price.  It's really the same with all their "fine jewelry".  If you know your stuff...you won't be impressed with the price.  However, if you see something you like and it's within your budget....it will make a wonderful souvenir.  And yes, they do negotiate.

The watches are the same price you pay on land (unless you insist on paying full value).  You'll always get that same discount.  Just visit an Invicta store or Evine on TV.  But...you don't pay tax on the ship.

With all the above said....I've purchased "fine jewelry" and many watches on cruises.  If I like it...it's mine.  But, I would never buy anything based on "I got a great deal".

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DW has bought jewelry on the ships - not high end product, but lower priced things she found that she likes. Typically she'll wait for the sales that always happen before the end of the cruise. She wouldn't buy if she didn't feel the price was at least realistic. 

In at least one case, she found out that some of the product on the ships isn't available elsewhere. She liked one piece, but elected to pass on it thinking she'd find it cheaper on land. She never could find it, not even directly from the manufacturer. So we believe that the ships do carry a certain amount of product that's only available on board.

And no, the onboard shops do not bargain over pricing. (Edit: We've never found they would bargain, at least not on the items DW is interested in. But perhaps that's because those items aren't marked up as much as the higher end product).

I've bought two fairly expensive watches onboard. One was about $50 less than I would have paid elsewhere, and the other was about the same price. I think the key is to know what things cost. Alternatively, go with your heart and don't look back! 

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5 hours ago, JMB1969 said: My husband bought an Invicta watch on the last day of our cruise, when there was a 50% - 75% off sale.  He was hesitant because he wasnt sure how much the watch would sell for at outside retailers.  He took a chance and bought it anyways, because he has a weakness for watches.  Later he learned that the price he paid was about $200 LESS than what the watch sold for at a few online retailers, including Amazon, so he was happy with the price he paid.  

He paid $200 LESS than Amazon? That must be one of the fanciest Invicta watches on the market. The vast majority are in the $50 - $75 range on Amazon. They aren't particularly the greatest watches. 

To the OP - Everything imaginable is overpriced on a cruise ship so don't think jewelry is an exception. They've got an incredibly captive audience, constant "sales" (gotta laugh at that one), people on vacation with loose wallets and no concern about earning a repeat customer. I can't think of a single reason to sell jewelry at a "good" price on a cruise ship.  

It's like going to Disney World and thinking you're going to find a bargain at a gift shop inside the theme park.

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Please research the jewelry vendors at ports the cruise lines steer you to.  Google them and some of them are not as great as the cruise lines want you to believe and lots of lawsuits.  Remember the cruise line gets a cut of sales for lobbying their customers there.  Can you get a good deal?  Of course.  Can you get a bad deal with poor merchandise?  Yes.  It can also happen anywhere but any tourist destination or cruise ship, the tourists have bullseyes on their backs.

You can always pick up a cheap watch on the last sea day on the ship.  I like cheap watches and they last pretty long for how cheap they are.  Any high end jewelry is like the art.  No way no how on the cruise ship.  There are some that swear by their purchases while others allege scam.  Buyer beware.

Thanks all.  Appreciate the responses.  Will probably stick with local jewelers unless something reasonable really strikes my eye.

41 minutes ago, CruisingNole said:   He paid $200 LESS than Amazon? That must be one of the fanciest Invicta watches on the market. The vast majority are in the $50 - $75 range on Amazon. They aren't particularly the greatest watches. 

Diver watches tend to be more expensive.  Even on Amazon.   See Here.

6 hours ago, cruisin'sz said: I was wondering if it was worth it to buy jewelry while on-board.   Can you really get a good deal or is it all just one big rip off?  Also, if you do buy jewelry on board, can you use your on-board credits and (I think it is 15% ) the ship discount some of us have as frequent cruisers?   Finally, if it is worth it to get the jewelry - are the jewelers negotiable.  Thanks for the help.    

About 3 years back my wife found a nice woman in the atrium in the middle of the ship who had a stand set up selling shirts..trinkets and "gold" chains "by the foot" which when we priced it out actually turned out to be a great deal..before we made the purchase we contacted our jeweler back home and he was very impressed with the price we paid...(He said because we were on a cruise ship we were able to purchase the gold for such a deep discount...turns out my wife was so caught up in the moment that we purchased quite a few "feet" of this gold (35 feet to be exact). Well...as you prob imagined when we got home the "excitement" wore off along with some of the "gold" plating on our hands...we visited one of those "cash for gold" pop up businesses in our town to try to recoup some of our $735 we spent and the Jeweler there said he couldn't possibly accept our "gold"...we had a good laugh at our mistake and decided to use the gold as "garland" and draped it all around our pre-lite Douglas fir artificial Christmas Tree... I must say every year now we put that tree up and just laugh and laugh...

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56 minutes ago, takeadip said: About 3 years back my wife found a nice woman in the atrium in the middle of the ship who had a stand set up selling shirts..trinkets and "gold" chains "by the foot" which when we priced it out actually turned out to be a great deal..before we made the purchase we contacted our jeweler back home and he was very impressed with the price we paid...(He said because we were on a cruise ship we were able to purchase the gold for such a deep discount...turns out my wife was so caught up in the moment that we purchased quite a few "feet" of this gold (35 feet to be exact). Well...as you prob imagined when we got home the "excitement" wore off along with some of the "gold" plating on our hands...we visited one of those "cash for gold" pop up businesses in our town to try to recoup some of our $735 we spent and the Jeweler there said he couldn't possibly accept our "gold"...we had a good laugh at our mistake and decided to use the gold as "garland" and draped it all around our pre-lite Douglas fir artificial Christmas Tree... I must say every year now we put that tree up and just laugh and laugh... Best, Mark

I am laughing with you....but this is exactly what I mean about "knowing" jewelry.  I (I've got an enormous collection from super cheap to super expensive) would ask the karat of the gold.  I know it's not real gold....based on the price.  If they tried to tell me it was "real"....well, yes, it's not imaginary so it must be "real", right.....I'd know that there's no way that karat could go for that price.

But, if there are, let's say, 3000 passengers on the ship...the jewelry/watch/art vendors know that 2995 have no real knowledge of the products, so you are far from alone.

But....if there are 3000 passengers on the ship, the jewelry & watch vendors know that 2995 of those passengers are

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About 2006 I purchased a Omega on the NCL Dream for about $1550, Stirling was very healthy at the time, with credit card exchange fees etc, I got it into the U.K. for £880, that watch was £1650 at the time, I searched diamonds international shops on the islands, the same outlet as on ship, the prices were identical, recently on cruises I price watches with U.K. prices, on ship they are very overpriced, on the Breakaway they introduced used Rolex watches, the models on sale were not popular, no submariners or Daytona’s just very overpriced standard Rolex available in any online trade auction for a third of the price.

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I bought "sterling silver" rings for both my daughters on a cruise (RCI) years ago that were on sale. They we supposed to be real silver. When we got home I noticed a dark ring around my daughter finger....weird the "silver" was coming off. We paid a couple of hundred dollars for the rings, which also had stones...Never again would I buy ANY jewelry on a cruise ship. I don't trust any of them.

I didn't buy a John Hardy ring onboard because I wasn't sure of the deal. It was a good deal simply due to being sold tax free. Hardy and David Yurman control their price points so they were about as low as possible. Next time I am ready to splurge I will know.

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22 hours ago, cruisin'sz said: I was wondering if it was worth it to buy jewelry while on-board.   Can you really get a good deal or is it all just one big rip off?  Also, if you do buy jewelry on board, can you use your on-board credits and (I think it is 15% ) the ship discount some of us have as frequent cruisers?   Finally, if it is worth it to get the jewelry - are the jewelers negotiable.  Thanks for the help.    

My view for what is it worth: it used to be a better deal than now, same with buying in ports, but that doesn't mean it isn't a good deal. I do not think you can say buying on board or at the port is really a rip off except I did buy tanzanite in St Thomas and think I got taken, but that was my own fault. we have had great luck with the casual costume type jewelry. I love some of what I have gotten on the ship; same as watches, but I do not think I would buy expensive jewelry. Hubby did get a rather expensive watch, not on ship but in St Thomas several years ago and saved over US prices, but not nearly as much as he thought he had. 

15 hours ago, takeadip said: About 3 years back my wife found a nice woman in the atrium in the middle of the ship who had a stand set up selling shirts..trinkets and "gold" chains "by the foot" which when we priced it out actually turned out to be a great deal..before we made the purchase we contacted our jeweler back home and he was very impressed with the price we paid...(He said because we were on a cruise ship we were able to purchase the gold for such a deep discount...turns out my wife was so caught up in the moment that we purchased quite a few "feet" of this gold (35 feet to be exact). Well...as you prob imagined when we got home the "excitement" wore off along with some of the "gold" plating on our hands...we visited one of those "cash for gold" pop up businesses in our town to try to recoup some of our $735 we spent and the Jeweler there said he couldn't possibly accept our "gold"...we had a good laugh at our mistake and decided to use the gold as "garland" and draped it all around our pre-lite Douglas fir artificial Christmas Tree... I must say every year now we put that tree up and just laugh and laugh... Best, Mark

glad you can smile about this: that is how we all should be. I have to admit, I do buy that gold and silver on the ship by the inch and it really lasts quite a while, but we knew from day one it was simply gold plated. would love to see your Christmas tree draped in gold.  

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Some things are good buys on the ship others nto so much. Watches can be good buys because you have the ability to check online and other prices before you purchase. Gemstones are not good deals IMO because you have no way to realy know what you are getting. Gold and silver can be good buys, but you have to know the price of gold and sliver and then figure the cost of workmanship. Of course, if you really like something and are happy with the price than it is a good deal.

18 hours ago, cruisin'sz said: Thanks all.  Appreciate the responses.  Will probably stick with local jewelers unless something reasonable really strikes my eye.  

Unrelated to the ship, but I highly recommend Blue Nile for jewelry. Got an engagement ring from them, high quality, excellent prices and very good customer service. 

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My wife has cruised for decades and has witness many folks purchasing high end jewelry on cruise ships.  I was floored when I heard this recently, I pretty much have equated the cruise jewelry shop with the cruise art gallery ... $$$. 

She really liked a ring last month on the Epic and we disagreed by a wide margin what the price tag was.  I thought it was under $1k...actual retail price $3200.   whoops!   fyi, it was a Leveon (sp?).

16 hours ago, cathi007 said: I bought "sterling silver" rings for both my daughters on a cruise (RCI) years ago that were on sale. They we supposed to be real silver. When we got home I noticed a dark ring around my daughter finger....weird the "silver" was coming off. We paid a couple of hundred dollars for the rings, which also had stones...Never again would I buy ANY jewelry on a cruise ship. I don't trust any of them.

If the ship is selling it and claiming it to be sterling, it almost certainly is.  The cruise companies are not going to be selling things illegally.  Sterling silver actually does leave a dark ring on the skin sometimes, especially if you have eaten a lot of citrus.  It's just a reaction between your skin and the silver.  With regards to the gold by the inch comment above, I have seen this sale on every single ship I have been on, and they are up front about it being gold plated, not 14K or 18K or any real karat of gold.  

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On 12/20/2018 at 3:37 PM, JMB1969 said:   Diver watches tend to be more expensive.  Even on Amazon.   See Here.

You’re funny. You cherry-picked a single, way overpriced listing. Here is something more realistic:  https://www.amazon.com/Invicta-10642-Diver-Ion-Plated-Automatic/dp/B0071M6F9U/ref=mp_s_a_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1546526744&sr=8-12&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=invicta+grand+diver

Also, Invicta watches are just... Well, I won’t get into it. But it’s definitely not a “deal,” whether it’s on the cruise ship or not. 

9 minutes ago, slugg said: You’re funny. You cherry-picked a single, way overpriced listing. Here is something more realistic:  https://www.amazon.com/Invicta-10642-Diver-Ion-Plated-Automatic/dp/B0071M6F9U/ref=mp_s_a_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1546526744&sr=8-12&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=invicta+grand+diver   Also, Invicta watches are just... Well, I won’t get into it. But it’s definitely not a “deal,” whether it’s on the cruise ship or not. 

Actually, what is funny is someone going out of their way to write a snippy response to a 2 week old post, completely ignoring the part where i said if you see something you like, and are ok with the cost, go ahead and get it.  Liking it is the most important thing.  

Thank you for taking the time to post and Happy New Year!  

7 minutes ago, JMB1969 said:   Actually, what is funny is someone going out of their way to write a snippy response to a 2 week old post, completely ignoring the part where i said if you see something you like, and are ok with the cost, go ahead and get it.  Liking it is the most important thing.     Thank you for taking the time to post and Happy New Year!  

I was browsing the forum, saw some misinformation, and corrected it. I didn’t pay attention to how old it was. Regardless, it doesn’t change the fact that it’s poor information and bad advice. 

Liking it is not enough, either. Buying an overpriced piece of jewelry is not a financially responsible thing to do, whether it’s on a cruise ship or not.

You, sir/mam, are encouraging people to allow themselves to be ripped off, then shaming those who bring you back to reality. The shame is on you. 

For everyone else who actually thinks critically , I’d offer the following advice: don’t shop on a ship. 

But suppose you can’t fight the urge to itch the bite that the shopping bug gave you, buy an internet package and go into those stores armed with your smart phone. Research everything before buying. I guarantee you that the cost of the internet package is by far less than the amount you’d overpay for a single piece of jewelry. And if you happen to find someone who’s willing to haggle, showing prices on your smart phone might even give you an advantage! All that said, under no circumstances should you believe anything the sales people say. Get everything in writing. 

You’d be surprised just how much you’ll save by skipping the ship shops and shopping online. Who knows, you may even ship your pants! You know, if you buy pants online... 😉

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