karensi Posted December 18, 2009 #1 Share Posted December 18, 2009 Sorry if this has been asked already, but I've been doing alot of reading on the Rum Runners and haven't seen this question. I know that alot of you use them (the Rum Runners) so I guess it's not really a problem at airport security, but I'm wondering, don't they get detected in the checked luggage as a container with liquids? I'm thinking of buying one (or two) but started wondering about this.. I know they are pretty strict about how much liquids you can/can't have in your checked luggage, so how do you get the Rum Runners through? TIA, Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdmaillet Posted December 18, 2009 #2 Share Posted December 18, 2009 To my knowledge there is no restrictions on liquid in your checked luggage. It's your carry-on bags that have restrictions to a small amount of ounces. My checked luggage is always where I pack my liquids, toiletries, liquor bought in ports etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare silentbob007 Posted December 18, 2009 #3 Share Posted December 18, 2009 There are restrictions in checked luggage when it comes to proof but that's all I know of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OttoCal Posted December 18, 2009 #4 Share Posted December 18, 2009 Sorry if this has been asked already, but I've been doing alot of reading on the Rum Runners and haven't seen this question. I know that alot of you use them (the Rum Runners) so I guess it's not really a problem at airport security, but I'm wondering, don't they get detected in the checked luggage as a container with liquids? I'm thinking of buying one (or two) but started wondering about this.. I know they are pretty strict about how much liquids you can/can't have in your checked luggage, so how do you get the Rum Runners through? TIA, Karen Karen, I think you have it switched around. The Carry-On requirements would not allow filled rum runners in your carry on/hand luggage. You could bring them on empty though, and purchase whatever you are going to purchase and fill them in your port before you get onto the ship. You are not limited in what you put into your Checked luggage, other than what the airlines already restrict, which you can see on their websites. You are certainly limited on weight of the bags, which you should factor into your checked luggage planning. I put my suitcases on a regular bathroom scale before I go to the airport to avoid any surprises. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azvacationgirl Posted December 18, 2009 #5 Share Posted December 18, 2009 Remember the is a weight restriction with checked luggage. If we would have filled our rum runners in phoenix, we would have to pay extra for the weight. We packed them empty and purchased what we needed in Florida and filled them before heading to the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sailfish Posted December 18, 2009 #6 Share Posted December 18, 2009 When they go through security at the port, are you saying that they cannot be dected as having liquid? Even if the liquid is not seen, wouldn't the bottle cap give away the fact that there was a container with liquid in the bag? We have something similar to rumrunners that we would like to try, but I am a little worried that it could still be detected. Any additional input would be much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccletzgo Posted December 18, 2009 #7 Share Posted December 18, 2009 When they go through security at the port, are you saying that they cannot be dected as having liquid? Even if the liquid is not seen, wouldn't the bottle cap give away the fact that there was a container with liquid in the bag? We have something similar to rumrunners that we would like to try, but I am a little worried that it could still be detected. Any additional input would be much appreciated. Rum runners are not a guarentee that your booze will get to your cabin, but its the best way to take the chance. They kind of mold to your belongings in your suit case and are not detected as a booze bottle would be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DetroitMark Posted December 18, 2009 #8 Share Posted December 18, 2009 My goodness, the ship will be practially drowning in alcohol, do you people really need these? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcguy Posted December 18, 2009 #9 Share Posted December 18, 2009 My goodness, the ship will be practially drowning in alcohol, do you people really need these? Why, yes, Mark... yes! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrzej5914 Posted December 18, 2009 #10 Share Posted December 18, 2009 When they go through security at the port, are you saying that they cannot be dected as having liquid? Even if the liquid is not seen, wouldn't the bottle cap give away the fact that there was a container with liquid in the bag? We have something similar to rumrunners that we would like to try, but I am a little worried that it could still be detected. Any additional input would be much appreciated. Take a look at this: http://www.shotpakinc.com/index2.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted December 18, 2009 #11 Share Posted December 18, 2009 Security at the port isn't really looking for booze---they're looking for dangerous things...weapons, bombs, etc.....folks bring all KINDS of liquids--big bottles of shampoo, conditioner, mouthwash, lotions, creams..... Unless you're cruising during spring break, when alot of underagers will be trying to smuggle, you'll be ok. and, don't pack too neatly---they are looking through LAYERS of junk that folks pack...things aren't as clear as you might think! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karensi Posted December 19, 2009 Author #12 Share Posted December 19, 2009 Thank you, as a PP said, I guess I got mixed up between what you can carry on and what you can check through in your luggage. So I guess I would really mostly need to be concerned about cruise security detecting the concealed Rum Runners. Worth a try I think ;) Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wannacruisemore Posted December 19, 2009 #13 Share Posted December 19, 2009 I have used rumrunners before.....Easy, no hassle at all!! Good investment!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluegirlum Posted December 19, 2009 #14 Share Posted December 19, 2009 They got through onto the Majesty last week in checked bags. ;) So did a 6pack of beer in BF's carryon. In Key West, the guys in front of us must've bought some poor store out of Kahlua--they had no problem bringing it back on the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolfandude Posted December 20, 2009 #15 Share Posted December 20, 2009 My goodness, the ship will be practially drowning in alcohol, do you people really need these? That would be a YES marky mark! :rolleyes::eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karensi Posted December 20, 2009 Author #16 Share Posted December 20, 2009 If I were to put wine in a Rum Runner does it have any (negative) effect on the taste? TIA, Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincesScuba Posted December 20, 2009 #17 Share Posted December 20, 2009 If I were to put wine in a Rum Runner does it have any (negative) effect on the taste? TIA, Karen Only if it's good wine. ;) Mediocre or cheap wine, no diff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollie Posted December 20, 2009 #18 Share Posted December 20, 2009 Good one. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mademypoint Posted December 20, 2009 #19 Share Posted December 20, 2009 I filled three for our cruise and came back with 2.5. Other than the bailey's that I used in my coffee, the other stuff just sat around.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toxicfairy Posted December 20, 2009 #20 Share Posted December 20, 2009 My goodness, the ship will be practially drowning in alcohol, do you people really need these? YES :D!! To avoid drowning in the bill at the end of the cruise!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrBreeze Posted December 20, 2009 #21 Share Posted December 20, 2009 The Rum Runners worked great... Just fill them up the day of the cruise, slip them into your checked luggage, and you should be good to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karensi Posted December 21, 2009 Author #22 Share Posted December 21, 2009 Sounds good :D You guys are a great advertisement for the Rum Runners :p Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lablvr2 Posted December 22, 2009 #23 Share Posted December 22, 2009 Just used RR last cruise! Awesome! What a great invention! One filled with Bacardi 8 and the other with Bacardi Gold. Nice touch on the balcony ;) Also managed to get an 18 pak of my favorite beer up to the stateroom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waterbugohio Posted December 22, 2009 #24 Share Posted December 22, 2009 Would that be Molson?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikats Posted December 22, 2009 #25 Share Posted December 22, 2009 Just returned from Mariner on 12/21/09. Flew in from Atlanta with rumrunners in my checked bag as well as my carry on bag. Thought maybe it was just ATL screeners weren't paying attention but on the way home, unbelievable as it sounds, I had leftovers, and they went thru LA screeners in carry on bag again. Needless to say they made it onboard!! Had both dark and clear liquids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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