Formal nights on an Alaska cruise

[Martini44]

Two Formal nights coming up on Royal Princess. Is the formal night dress code relaxed in Alaska? Please advise.

Edited July 10, 2023 by Martini44

[CruiserBruce]

There are many discussions on this board on the topic.

 

The dress code doesn't change...it is the same everywhere Princess sails. However, people tend towards more relaxed (casual)versions as people need to bring a heavier and more varied amount of clothes due to the cooler weather in Alaska.

[Martini44]

Thank you, CruiserBruce. That is a very helpful explanation.

[quack2]

Don't sweat formal night.   Just wear what you would normally wear to the dining room.  Just my $0.02.

[Martini44]

Thank you, quack2. I appreciate your $0.02.

[roupa]

2 more cents worth….

Wear what’s comfortable for restaurant dining on a cool evening or blasting a/c.

We have even worn short sleeves in Alaska…saves packing another heavy shirt. Just throw on your daytime cardigan that you’ll bring for “sea days”.  Multipurpose everything to help with overpacking.

Outside chilly doesn’t necessarily mean inside chilly.

 

[Martini44]

Thank you, roupa! I have been on several Princess Cruises, but I haven’t been to Alaska since I cruised with my grandma on the Sun Princess in 1980. Now I get to be the Grammy bringing my grandsons along! I’ve been thinking that they would be fine with long sleeved shirt and slacks. I truly appreciate your two cents. And now I have $0.04! 

[roupa]

How lucky are you to travel with your grandchildren!  How lucky are they!!!

I hope you all enjoy this trip together… not missing social media or a theme park.  Geography, history, exploration, excitement for all !

[Martini44]

Oh my gosh, thank you so much, roupa! I really want my grandsons to see the glaciers and experience some exciting off ship adventures!