rosemariee Posted February 1, 2016 #1 Share Posted February 1, 2016 I have seen a lot of confusion over this topic so I am hoping to get it cleared up. This is in regards to Carnival specifically. I have seen people say that power strips are not allowed. I have seen other people say that surge protectors are not allowed. And I have seen dozens of people say they always bring a power strip / surge protector on the cruise with them but it has to be in your carry on bag. So which is it? No power strip or no surge protector? Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted February 1, 2016 #2 Share Posted February 1, 2016 I wold ask this on the Carnival Cruise Line Board. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted February 1, 2016 #3 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Carnival's FAQ's clearly state that power strips without surge suppressors are allowed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KirkNC Posted February 1, 2016 #4 Share Posted February 1, 2016 We bring one on every cruise, we have it in an outside pocket of our checked luggage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klfrodo Posted February 1, 2016 #5 Share Posted February 1, 2016 https://help.carnival.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/2261/~/restricted-items-list "Electrical devices such as fans, power strips, multi plug box outlets/adaptors, and extension cords (without surge protectors) are allowed on board when used with proper caution. 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." No surge protectors. Something I've learned from Chengkp75 is that there is a huge difference between land based electrical power and grounding and marine based power and grounding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuizer2 Posted February 1, 2016 #6 Share Posted February 1, 2016 I have seen a lot of confusion over this topic so I am hoping to get it cleared up. This is in regards to Carnival specifically. I have seen people say that power strips are not allowed. I have seen other people say that surge protectors are not allowed. And I have seen dozens of people say they always bring a power strip / surge protector on the cruise with them but it has to be in your carry on bag. So which is it? No power strip or no surge protector? Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Apparently surge protectors on ships are a potential fire hazard. However, power strips without surge protectors, that are in good shape, are allowed. Since some people cannot tell the difference, I suggest an extension cord over a power strip. I haven't had anyone even take a look at mine as it clearly scans as an extension cord. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Athankfulheart Posted February 1, 2016 #7 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Surge protection is definately the problem. Here is an article that explains why : http://www.uscg.mil/TVNCOE/Documents/safetyalerts/SurgeProtectiveDevices.pdf We have brought several kinds of power extenders and never had one confiscated. Just make sure that it doesn't include surge protection or look worn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicsmylife Posted February 2, 2016 #8 Share Posted February 2, 2016 I've taken a new power strip still in package both of my cruises. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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