gslargent Posted May 7, 2013 #1 Share Posted May 7, 2013 are power strips a restricted item that will get pulled from your bags if found? I know some have posted about bringing them to increase outlets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velvetwater Posted May 7, 2013 #2 Share Posted May 7, 2013 are power strips a restricted item that will get pulled from your bags if found? I know some have posted about bringing them to increase outlets. I think some people were saying they brought theirs in their carry on and had no problems and the people who packed them had them taken. I couldn't find them on the prohibited item list however, so legally you get them back anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big_duck Posted May 7, 2013 #3 Share Posted May 7, 2013 Strictly speaking, no they are not prohibited. They will be removed if they appear to be in poor condition though ... or someone with a sew on badge is a little overzealous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scm200 Posted May 7, 2013 #4 Share Posted May 7, 2013 I had no problem on the Freedom bringing one - - mine is pretty small (4 outlet) and i keep it with my camera/ipad equipment. It is pretty new also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frito58 Posted May 7, 2013 #5 Share Posted May 7, 2013 Several people have talked about this , and I switched to this the Belkin Mini surge protector its small does the trick even has USB ports and carrys right on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ready2cruzagain Posted May 7, 2013 #6 Share Posted May 7, 2013 No they are not illegal but they can be confiscated. Below is from Carnival's FAQ's page: Miscellaneous Concerns: • Personal grooming devices such as hair dryers, flat and curling irons, shavers, etc., are allowed on board when used with proper caution. These devices should not be used when other electrical appliances are plugged in. However, if such devices are determined to pose a hazard, they will be removed and returned the last day of the cruise prior to debark. • Electronics such as laptops, cameras, cellular phones, etc. are allowed on board when used with proper caution. • Electrical devices such as fans, power strips, multi plug box outlets/adaptors, and extension cords will be removed if determined to pose a hazard and returned the last day of the cruise prior to debark. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skiorcruise Posted May 8, 2013 #7 Share Posted May 8, 2013 I have had a power strip (good condition) removed from a carry on (Long Beach, Ca) but never from my packed luggage. I was allowed to take it back to my car (parked at the terminal). It does indeed seem to be a hit or miss thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bphman Posted May 8, 2013 #8 Share Posted May 8, 2013 I, too, opt for the Belkin. It is compact and plugs directly into the receptacle. And the bonus is 2 USB ports for charging electronics. They will not charge all phones, however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GottaLuvCruising Posted May 8, 2013 #9 Share Posted May 8, 2013 At Breeze 4/13 embarkation, security took my husband's telling him he couldn't have it. He inquired "why" and someone in authority came over and said it was OK. We used it throughout the cruise. Inconsistency? Never! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimAOk1945 Posted May 8, 2013 #10 Share Posted May 8, 2013 We have packed one in one of our suitcases on every cruise and never had a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westom Posted May 8, 2013 #11 Share Posted May 8, 2013 A power strip with a 15 amp circuit breaker, a UL listing, and no protector parts should be safe. Would create a least risk. Internal protector parts have a history of (in rare cases) causing a fire. Details posted here. Best is to take one that would create a least risk. However confiscation can be arbitrary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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