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10 THINGS YOU SHOULDN'T WEAR ON A CRUISE *dress codes, rules, etiquette*

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πŸ‘οΈ 610K viewsπŸ“… 4 years ago⏱️ 6:36

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Elana from Life At Wall Cruise provides guidance regarding cruise ship dress codes, etiquette, and practical clothing tips. She explains that while personal style is subjective, certain guidelines exist to maintain the environment of the ship and respect the rules of various cruise lines. The creator advises against wearing shorts, flip-flops, sleeveless shirts for men, or cutoff jeans in the main dining room, noting that some lines may turn passengers away for these choices. She also suggests keeping sleepwear and robes confined to cabins to maintain a nice environment for other passengers. Other recommendations include avoiding baseball caps in restaurants and being cautious with camouflage clothing, which can cause issues in certain Caribbean ports. Additionally, she highlights the importance of wearing comfortable shoes for walking and dancing. The video concludes by addressing frequently asked questions about wearing jeans and navigating formal nights, noting that passengers can choose cruise lines with different levels of formality to suit their preferences.

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now true story i have a blog post called what not to wear on a cruise and i shared that on my facebook page just the other day and my gosh did this become controversial

number one don't wear shorts in the main dining room now this absolutely does depend by cruise line

number three keep your pajamas and your sleepwear and even your robes for your cruise cabin

number five while there's no rule against this many cruisers do say to avoid wearing teeny weeny speedos for men

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Don't wear shorts in the main dining room on many cruise lines.
βœ“Avoid wearing flip-flops, sleeveless shirts for men, and cutoff jeans in the main dining room.
βœ“Keep pajamas and sleepwear for your cruise cabin only.
βœ“Don't wear baseball caps in the main dining room or restaurants for dinner.
βœ“Avoid see-through bathing suits and check if your suit is see-through.
βœ“Don't wear uncomfortable shoes on a cruise.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing what is appropriate to wear in different areas of the ship. β€” Follow cruise line dress codes and etiquette, such as not wearing shorts or pajamas in the main dining room.
Wearing camouflage clothing in cruise ports. β€” Leave camouflage clothing at home, especially when cruising in the Caribbean, as it may not be allowed in ports.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I not wear on a cruise?
QWhat are the dress codes and etiquette for cruise clothing?
QCan I wear jeans on a cruise?
QCan I skip formal night on a cruise?

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