18 year old in teen lounge on Anthem?

[Aquavela]

I've searched online about this question, but everyone seems to have a different answer. Last summer, me and my family went on Harmony of the Seas and had a great time. My 17 year old son in particular loved it, he made a lot of friends in the Living Room teen area that he still talks to. We're going on Anthem of the Seas next month, however my son turned 18 in the new year. Knowing how much he enjoyed it last time, is it possible he'll be let in the club this time? Officially the rules say that once you turn 18, you're no longer allowed in. Annoyingly he is also in the three year age gap where he isn't allowed in teen clubs, but isn't allowed to do adult things like drink either. I have heard some people say you can waiver your over 18 privileges (like entering adult clubs) for entry into the Living Room but I'm not sure if this is true or not. He does look young for his age and could easily pass as a younger teen, but won't his SeaPass be checked? Will teen club staff really even care?

[Clarea]

I would not plan on them letting an 18 year old in the teen area.

[daze6399]

I suspect they will probably care but I don't have any evidence one way or another.

[Fouremco]

I suspect that he won't be allowed in.

 

It seems to me, though, that there are many activities that an 18 year old can participate in. In fact, other than drinking, shouldn't he be able to participate in all of the activities onboard?

[Clarea]

I suspect that he won't be allowed in.

 

It seems to me, though, that there are many activities that an 18 year old can participate in. In fact, other than drinking, shouldn't he be able to participate in all of the activities onboard?

Correct, he can even gamble in the ship's casino.

[gerif]

Not everyone over 21 drinks alcohol, so I really don't see that as much of an excuse why he can't do adult things on the cruise. I'm sure none of the other young adults will know (or care) whether he's drinking a virgin pina colada or one with rum. As far as the teen club, if I had a 15 year old daughter, I'd have a real problem with them allowing an 18 year old adult in.

[spookwife]

At 18 he is classified as an adult and no longer eligible for teen programs. There will/should be meet ups for the 18-20 demographic

 

 

 

 

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[ColoradoGurl]

I would guess that Royal wants to steer clear of being responsible for monitoring any interactions between someone who would legally be considered an adult and other teenagers. Unfortunately there are a few young boys who have ruined the reputation for all the innocent and nice ones, and aside from those situations, they often don't even realize there's a legal issue with socializing with girls who are only a few months younger than they are. Imagine a parent of one of those underage girls who is also extremely litigious and looking for an opportunity to sue a big corporation for putting his teenage daughter in an "at risk" situation by allowing an adult "man" to socialize with his daughter while he thought he was leaving her in a "safe space." We all know how people can be.

 

 

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[SarahD112]

They won't let him in. It's why we are steering away from a cruise next year. My son will be a senior in high school, but 18. I don't think he would be comfortable going to a mixer for young adults, but won't be let in to the teen clubs.

 

 

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[kmorg1234]

They won't let him in. It's why we are steering away from a cruise next year. My son will be a senior in high school, but 18. I don't think he would be comfortable going to a mixer for young adults, but won't be let in to the teen clubs.

 

Yes, he is in that in between stage. I agree that a cruise vacation is probably not the best choice this year.

[toxicfairy]

We were on a cruise on the Freedom of the seas the year my dd turned 18. It was her first cruise her sister had just turned 13. We sailed in August and their birthdays are in July. The 18 yr old was NOT allowed in there. She walked through to get her sister but other than that she was not allowed to stay.

[Grandma Dazzles]

My son was an 18-year-old high school senior too. He accepted the fact that he didn't belong in the teen club with 14-17 year olds.

 

Not all 18-20 year olds are upset because they can't drink. They can still go into the bars, listen to music, dance, etc. During the day many of this age group can be found on the sports court, pool, etc.

 

18-year-old high schoolers will be off in the world on their own in a few months - college, military, work, etc. I don't see any reason to forgoe your vacation.

[cynt]

There will be plenty of other 18 yr olds in this same predicament. He'll find them and be fine.

 

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[mjkacmom]

An 18 year old is a legal adult and won't be allowed in the teen club. We will be cruising with ds18 and dd20 this spring, hopefully they will meet others their age.

[2ferfun]

As the parent of two teenage girls I was concerned about this very thing on our last (Norwegian, not RCI) cruise.

I did not want to leave younger teens alone if there were older (18-19) teens there. They assured me that under no circumstances are anyone over 18 allowed in. I even mentioned the lax rules on dress codes in the dining room (says no shorts but is often ignored) and asked if that was the case here. Again, they said that anyone over 18 is ALWAYS removed from the area. I assume this is the case on all the ships. Seems like it could be a legal issue otherwise.

[Fouremco]

As the parent of two teenage girls I was concerned about this very thing on our last (Norwegian, not RCI) cruise.

I did not want to leave younger teens alone if there were older (18-19) teens there. They assured me that under no circumstances are anyone over 18 allowed in. I even mentioned the lax rules on dress codes in the dining room (says no shorts but is often ignored) and asked if that was the case here. Again, they said that anyone over 18 is ALWAYS removed from the area. I assume this is the case on all the ships. Seems like it could be a legal issue otherwise.

Can we assume you mean "over 17"?

[khm1]

They will it let in anyone 18 or older. The age is determined by the age on embarkation day.

[2ferfun]

Can we assume you mean "over 17"?

 

Yes, sorry. Anyone over 17.

[kendevjay]

On one of our previous cruises, my son, 18 at the time, was asked to leave the teen area. I didn't ask if they could make an exception but I didn't think they would. I'm not certain but I believe anyone that is 18 but under 21 can go into the adult club but can't drink. Again not sure about that but something to consider.

[Clarea]

On one of our previous cruises, my son, 18 at the time, was asked to leave the teen area. I didn't ask if they could make an exception but I didn't think they would. I'm not certain but I believe anyone that is 18 but under 21 can go into the adult club but can't drink. Again not sure about that but something to consider.

You are correct, the night club allows 18 and over.

[bobmacliberty]

In our experience (daughters now 18 and 21) they are pretty strict about who they let into the teen area. The few years after turning 18 can be tough, and it's not about having to wait until turning 21 to be able to drink. Although an 18 year old can do all of the adult stuff (other than drink alcohol), most don't want to. They would rather hang out with others their own age, and there aren't nearly as many organized activities for that age group. They have to find friends on their own, which isn't easy for kids who aren't as outgoing.

[juanbronco]

First time on a cruise, and will have a daughter who will want to be with her younger 16 and 17 year old siblings. HOW does a cruise know how old someone actually is? Can you fib about your teens ages?

[Ourusualbeach]

First time on a cruise, and will have a daughter who will want to be with her younger 16 and 17 year old siblings. HOW does a cruise know how old someone actually is? Can you fib about your teens ages?

 

Their ages are on their passport or birth certificate and get transferred to their Seapass card. Younger then 18 have a different looking Seapass card.

[mjkacmom]

First time on a cruise, and will have a daughter who will want to be with her younger 16 and 17 year old siblings. HOW does a cruise know how old someone actually is? Can you fib about your teens ages?

I believe they swipe their cards. Legal adults are not allowed in the teen club, it’s a liability issue. They don’t spend much time their, it’s more of a meeting spot.

[Merion_Mom]

First time on a cruise, and will have a daughter who will want to be with her younger 16 and 17 year old siblings. HOW does a cruise know how old someone actually is? Can you fib about your teens ages?

Welcome to Cruise Critic, juanbronco.

 

Interesting concept.......lie about your daughter's age. Um, no.

 

As stated above, you provide documents (passport or birth certificate) that tell the cruise line her age. Her SeaPass card looks strikingly different from your other children's cards.

 

Your daughter can attend events for the 18-20 year old crew. She will make her own friends there.