phil-mcc Posted August 3, 2019 #1 Share Posted August 3, 2019 Hi All 👋 My wife and I are just about to pop our cruising cherry at the ripe old age of 45. Rapidly approaching date of departure of 14th Aug for the 10 day RT to Alaska from SF on the Grand. Firstly a thanks to all who contribute on these boards as without them I'd still have hundreds of questions in my head, they've all been answered by reading on here, even loads of questions i didn't know i needed to ask, so Thank you all. I still have one though......... Do I bring my Kilt for the formal nights? I have no issues with luggage allowance so this isn't a concern, my concern is more of a "will I be overdressed ?". From reading posts on here I gather Alaska cruises may be a but more informal than other destinations, is that a fair assumption? To Kilt or not to Kilt. Thanks Philip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskanb Posted August 3, 2019 #2 Share Posted August 3, 2019 A definite yes to the kilt.... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoneharborlady Posted August 3, 2019 #3 Share Posted August 3, 2019 1 minute ago, phil-mcc said: Hi All 👋 My wife and I are just about to pop our cruising cherry at the ripe old age of 45. Rapidly approaching date of departure of 14th Aug for the 10 day RT to Alaska from SF on the Grand. Firstly a thanks to all who contribute on these boards as without them I'd still have hundreds of questions in my head, they've all been answered by reading on here, even loads of questions i didn't know i needed to ask, so Thank you all. I still have one though......... Do I bring my Kilt for the formal nights? I have no issues with luggage allowance so this isn't a concern, my concern is more of a "will I be overdressed ?". From reading posts on here I gather Alaska cruises may be a but more informal than other destinations, is that a fair assumption? To Kilt or not to Kilt. Thanks Philip. On each of my cruises, I saw a gentleman dressed in his kilt. I vote YES! Many years ago I married a man from Edinburgh, who of course had his own kilt. You will not be overdressed, and will get many approving looks I'll bet. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare oskidunker Posted August 4, 2019 #4 Share Posted August 4, 2019 alaska is no different than any other cruise. People pray and hope it is so they don't have to dress up. They also say is reall cold in Alaska so dressing formally might be too hot, I love the kilts.Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted August 4, 2019 #5 Share Posted August 4, 2019 Bring the Kilt! We have seen them on almost everyone of our 70 Princess cruises and then some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KreinKrunker Posted August 4, 2019 #6 Share Posted August 4, 2019 Kilt! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Tak8 Posted August 4, 2019 #7 Share Posted August 4, 2019 Bring it. Enjoy your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aus Traveller Posted August 4, 2019 #8 Share Posted August 4, 2019 Another vote for bringing your kilt. On our cruises, there has usually been a gentleman wearing a kilt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoriPhil Posted August 4, 2019 #9 Share Posted August 4, 2019 Kilt! Leave the dirk home though... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagsfan Posted August 4, 2019 #10 Share Posted August 4, 2019 You may have a problem with ladies es following you around the ship. Men in tuxes and men in kilts are gorgeous 😍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Been There, Planning That Posted August 4, 2019 #11 Share Posted August 4, 2019 I agree that there's nothing more pleasing than a 'kilted' gentleman. My husband no longer brings his as on recent HAL, Princess and Celebrity cruises he felt quite self conscious. We have early traditional dining on all lines which often seems to have fewer in really formal dress -- tuxes in particular. Yes, his effort was always appreciated. The best comment from one of cabin stewards was, "Nice dress sir!" We've found more kilted gentlemen on the New England cruises. He's a proud Scot whose family has lived in the colonies since the mid 1800s. And our granddaughter's dance troop danced for the Queen at Balmoral last summer. So it's in the blood. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crawford Posted August 4, 2019 #12 Share Posted August 4, 2019 21 minutes ago, KreinKrunker said: Kilt! Have even seen them worn in the Caribbean. YES! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Been There, Planning That Posted August 4, 2019 #13 Share Posted August 4, 2019 6 minutes ago, LoriPhil said: Kilt! Leave the dirk home though... Bob has a rubber one he'd bought for a young grandson for a wedding. It passes for real from a distance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haboob Posted August 4, 2019 #14 Share Posted August 4, 2019 Kilt? Yes Sgian-dubh? Alas, nay, no, never! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haboob Posted August 4, 2019 #15 Share Posted August 4, 2019 2 minutes ago, Been There, Planning That said: Bob has a rubber one he'd bought for a young grandson for a wedding. It passes for real from a distance. Alas... Prohibited Items: ⋮ All imitation or replica weapons including de-commissioned weapons, those not capable of being fired and realistic imitation/toy weapons. ⋮ -- https://www.princess.com/learn/faq_answer/pre_cruise/bring.jsp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 cruises a year Posted August 4, 2019 #16 Share Posted August 4, 2019 Heck Yes, even the bagpipes if you play them will be a hit. We've been entertained with bagpipes at Crooners. The crowd went crazy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pris993 Posted August 4, 2019 #17 Share Posted August 4, 2019 We are elite on Princess, have seen many a man in a kilt on Princess and other lines... always a treat. Of course, I am Scotish background.. maiden name Stuart/, enjoy your cruise. By the way we love going on the Grand... live near SF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jojiboy Posted August 4, 2019 #18 Share Posted August 4, 2019 Yes on bringing the kilt! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papa Yoda Posted August 4, 2019 #19 Share Posted August 4, 2019 It's a "Wee" problem? Begs the question: "What is worn under the kilt?" 😉 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Times Prince Posted August 4, 2019 #20 Share Posted August 4, 2019 Definitely wear the kilt proudly! It is formal wear. And expect appreciative stares from envious men and wistful women who wonder what's beneath. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingofcool1947 Posted August 4, 2019 #21 Share Posted August 4, 2019 3 hours ago, phil-mcc said: Hi All 👋 My wife and I are just about to pop our cruising cherry at the ripe old age of 45. Rapidly approaching date of departure of 14th Aug for the 10 day RT to Alaska from SF on the Grand. Firstly a thanks to all who contribute on these boards as without them I'd still have hundreds of questions in my head, they've all been answered by reading on here, even loads of questions i didn't know i needed to ask, so Thank you all. I still have one though......... Do I bring my Kilt for the formal nights? I have no issues with luggage allowance so this isn't a concern, my concern is more of a "will I be overdressed ?". From reading posts on here I gather Alaska cruises may be a but more informal than other destinations, is that a fair assumption? To Kilt or not to Kilt. Thanks Philip. Yes. Wear it. But your bits might get cold in Alaska. 😄 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moose07 Posted August 4, 2019 #22 Share Posted August 4, 2019 YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Being of Scottish decent (Douglass) I love seeing a gentleman in his Kilt. Never worry about being over dressed always wear with pride. Enjoy your cruise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil-mcc Posted August 4, 2019 Author #23 Share Posted August 4, 2019 Well, think that was a resounding yes. Kilt it is then Many thanks for all the helpful comments (even their cheeky ones 😏) they're really appreciated 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WisCruiser2 Posted August 4, 2019 #24 Share Posted August 4, 2019 Here's a belated yes - loves me men in dress kilts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jeter02 Posted August 4, 2019 #25 Share Posted August 4, 2019 Bring the kilt! I always enjoy formal night, and especially enjoy those in kilts as you see that pride in ones heritage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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