GRANNYOFSIX Posted July 16, 2016 #51 Share Posted July 16, 2016 You are very welcome suzyed. I needed to get a definitive answer and I definitely got one. I also requested (when I emailed the supervisor back to thank him for his email) that the website reflect that curling irons and flat irons are permitted on board......of course not sure if that will happen but it sure would be nice. I was thinking about sharing the supervisor's email on CC but then I was concerned about getting him or the PCC in some sort of trouble. I can guarantee that I do have the email from him in my possession. Please do not worry - curling irons and flat irons are allowed....promise:) Thank you for that response! I saw nowhere in the T&C where they mention hair appliances....they did mention kettles, bottle warmers, etc.I was bringing mine anyway because I have to have it too! My hair is very curly and I do let it do it's thing sometimes in the hot, humid Florida summers, but want the option of smoothing it out. Is there anyway that you can post (or forward) the email from the supervisor about these appliances? suzyed at aol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GRANNYOFSIX Posted July 17, 2016 #52 Share Posted July 17, 2016 Also found out today from MSC PCC that blow dryers are allowed on board. She said SOME cabins have them in there but if the cabin doesn't have one in there I could ask at the front desk....... For sure I will take my own blow dryer..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renza Posted October 28, 2017 #53 Share Posted October 28, 2017 Curling iron and hair dryers are allowed on carnival and royal. Is this for real that I can’t bring it on seaside in March out of miami Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skier52 Posted October 28, 2017 #54 Share Posted October 28, 2017 (edited) Curling iron and hair dryers are allowed on carnival and royal. Is this for real that I can’t bring it on seaside in March out of miami Sent from my iPhone using Forums It used to be the rule and was printed on the luggage labels that were sent out with the tickets; see the quoted extract from a label, but now, as of January 2017, they are allowed. EXTRACT FROM A LUGGAGE LABEL Guests are advised that MSC Cruises operates the following on-board policy with regard to prohibited items, which include alcohol (beer, wine, spirits, champagne, etc.), firearms, irons, hair straighteners, weapons and sharp objects. Any such items found in your luggage when scanned during the boarding process will preclude embarkation. Unless a guest disposes of such items themselves at this point, they will be confiscated and not returned to the guest, without exception THIS IS THE CURRENT RULING (taken from their FAQ on their web site) Quote of the area highlighted. "Hair straighteners and curlers are, however, excepted" You ladies can rest easy now that they are permitted Pete PS should you require a printout of the new rule it can be found on the link below under USEFUL INFORMATION Then "electrical devices and voltage" https://www.msccruises.co.uk/en-gb/Manage-Your-Booking/General-Information.aspx Edited October 28, 2017 by Skier52 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toxicfairy Posted October 29, 2017 #55 Share Posted October 29, 2017 Haha everyone worries about hair straighteners I need my curling iron as I already have poker straight hair no matter what the weather! Sent from my SM-J700T1 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rusky123 Posted October 30, 2017 #56 Share Posted October 30, 2017 LOL grannyofsix all cabins have a hair drier, if one is missing it is because it has broken, and I cannot remember how many cruises with MSC I have had but always take straighteners. Last cruise in July my cabin steward used to put them away for me after they had cooled. Sheesh the problems of wavy hair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joken35 Posted November 2, 2017 #57 Share Posted November 2, 2017 Just of the divina last week and my hair straightener made it on, did it's job, enjoyed the cruise and made it home safely. Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseylily Posted November 2, 2017 #58 Share Posted November 2, 2017 I'm still confused...What is the definitive answer for hair dryers? I will have one for pre and post cruise so it will be with me for the cruise but not necessarily used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joken35 Posted November 2, 2017 #59 Share Posted November 2, 2017 Hair dryer is acceptable . The hair dryer we had on the Divina was good. I have thick hair and had no problem with the one provided in they room. My BIL brought his and he used it without any problem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helen haywood Posted November 2, 2017 #60 Share Posted November 2, 2017 I've sailed Divina several times with a hot curlers and flat (hair) irons in my checked luggage with absolutely no problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skier52 Posted November 2, 2017 #61 Share Posted November 2, 2017 I've sailed Divina several times with a hot curlers and flat (hair) irons in my checked luggage with absolutely no problem. They are permitted now, as of Jan 2017, see post # 54 page 3 above Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinotoll Posted January 29, 2018 #62 Share Posted January 29, 2018 The permit for bringing hai straighteners and curlers on board comes from MSC UK, is it also accepted from MSC US for example for the MSC Seaside ....anybody has this information confirmed...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joken35 Posted January 29, 2018 #63 Share Posted January 29, 2018 I brought my hair straightener on the Divina which left from Miami in October without a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suzyed Posted January 29, 2018 #64 Share Posted January 29, 2018 I brought my hair straightener on the Divina which left from Miami in October without a problem. We brought ours on too (straightener)....no problem! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelinGert Posted January 30, 2018 #65 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I think there was a thread like this a few months ago and it was settled that curling irons were allowed. I have not heard of any other cruise line banning curling irons (or hair dryers either). Traveling irons, yes. I have very fine hair. I need a curling iron .... and a lot of hair spray.;) Back when I booked my first cruise on Royal there were reports on CC they'd fairly recently attempted to ban curling irons and hair straighteners but had had to back off from that stance. I went and looked at their TS which stated no hair dryers or clothing irons but hair curling irons and hair straighteners specifically were allowed at that time so I can't confirm or deny those reports. As far as it goes all of their ships I've been on have one plug in the bathroom and a spot in there where you could easily set your hair appliance of choice where it shouldn't be able to cause any problem even if you briefly left it plugged in. I would not want to test it by leaving it plugged in for long, but I did forget until I was leaving the cabin once and it was fine. On one of the ship I had to use one of my magnetic hooks to hold the cord as the plug was in the ceiling and so loose just the weight of the cord was enough to keep pulling the plug out even after I'd tried bending the plugs a bit. I'll be taking my curling iron in my carry on as per usual. Sometimes things don't go to plan so I'll also have my handy backup sponge rollers and round hairbrush. And if all else fails I just wear it up. There are lots and lots of videos of easy updos on youtube. Maybe Op and daughter could try some of those? :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssmea03 Posted January 30, 2018 #66 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Do not use voltage converters with hair straighteners. They invariably blow them up. Only plug them into the correct voltage outlet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare nikkiw60 Posted January 30, 2018 #67 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Back when I booked my first cruise on Royal there were reports on CC they'd fairly recently attempted to ban curling irons and hair straighteners but had had to back off from that stance. I went and looked at their TS which stated no hair dryers or clothing irons but hair curling irons and hair straighteners specifically were allowed at that time so I can't confirm or deny those reports. As far as it goes all of their ships I've been on have one plug in the bathroom and a spot in there where you could easily set your hair appliance of choice where it shouldn't be able to cause any problem even if you briefly left it plugged in. I would not want to test it by leaving it plugged in for long, but I did forget until I was leaving the cabin once and it was fine. On one of the ship I had to use one of my magnetic hooks to hold the cord as the plug was in the ceiling and so loose just the weight of the cord was enough to keep pulling the plug out even after I'd tried bending the plugs a bit. I'll be taking my curling iron in my carry on as per usual. Sometimes things don't go to plan so I'll also have my handy backup sponge rollers and round hairbrush. And if all else fails I just wear it up. There are lots and lots of videos of easy updos on youtube. Maybe Op and daughter could try some of those? :) Don’t plug straighteners in the bathroom! Water and electricity not a good mix! There was a plug socket by the desk and big mirror on the Divina. Also the hairdryer was in the drawer there. I would expect the same on the Seaside! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssmea03 Posted January 30, 2018 #68 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Don’t plug straighteners in the bathroom! Water and electricity not a good mix!There was a plug socket by the desk and big mirror on the Divina. Also the hairdryer was in the drawer there. I would expect the same on the Seaside! Sent from my iPhone using Forums The bathroom outlets on Divina were 120v GFI protected, safe to use in damp locations, same as you have in your bathroom and kitchen at home. They work the same way as a RCD outlet in the UK and Europe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare nikkiw60 Posted January 30, 2018 #69 Share Posted January 30, 2018 The bathroom outlets on Divina were 120v GFI protected, safe to use in damp locations, same as you have in your bathroom and kitchen at home. They work the same way as a RCD outlet in the UK and Europe. Would never do it at home either. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssmea03 Posted January 30, 2018 #70 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Would never do it at home either. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Nikkiw, what voltage do you have at home? Oh Yorkshire, 240v. Yes keep your electrical appliances out of the bathroom. You're right water and electricity don't mix, just this morning I had to deal with a 347v lighting connector that got wet, blew up then caught fire. However a GFI protected outlet stops water and electricity from mixing, by disconnecting the current if it detects the smallest of current leakages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare nikkiw60 Posted January 30, 2018 #71 Share Posted January 30, 2018 Nikkiw, what voltage do you have at home? Oh Yorkshire, 240v. Yes keep your electrical appliances out of the bathroom. You're right water and electricity don't mix, just this morning I had to deal with a 347v lighting connector that got wet, blew up then caught fire. However a GFI protected outlet stops water and electricity from mixing, by disconnecting the current if it detects the smallest of current leakages. Also damaging surfaces.... Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbelc Posted May 20, 2018 #72 Share Posted May 20, 2018 I know this is an old thread. I am sailing on Celebrity Infinity in October. I asked one of their customer service reps if I could bring my hair appliance flat iron and she told me no. She said no curling irons, no flat irons, no blow dryers. She said I could use the provided blow dryer. I’m not happy about this. I’ll be bringing it. If they take it away, I’ll have a plan B by then. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hey Tina Posted May 20, 2018 #73 Share Posted May 20, 2018 I know this is an old thread. I am sailing on Celebrity Infinity in October. I asked one of their customer service reps if I could bring my hair appliance flat iron and she told me no. She said no curling irons, no flat irons, no blow dryers. She said I could use the provided blow dryer. I’m not happy about this. I’ll be bringing it. If they take it away, I’ll have a plan B by then. Sent from my iPhone using Forums This is the MSC forum, the celebrity forum is in a different place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helen haywood Posted May 20, 2018 #74 Share Posted May 20, 2018 I sail Celebrity several times a year. You were given incorrect information. You may certainly bring aboard curling irons, flat irons and blow dryers. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbelc Posted May 20, 2018 #75 Share Posted May 20, 2018 I sail Celebrity several times a year. You were given incorrect information. You may certainly bring aboard curling irons, flat irons and blow dryers. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Thank you! I think she was new. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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