I know alcohol is a no no, but can you bring other beverages and snacks on board?

[suzy671]

We always bring our own water and soda, most cruise lines only have coke products, and I like pepsi.

[spaceguy]

While there may be some additional revenue to RCCL by this policy, I suspect the motivation is for legal reasons due to the incidents of missing and drunk people in the the news recently. If they have a policy and you violate it, then they can claim they are not a contributing factor in some unfortunate mishap that may occur to a passenger.

[damomom]

I am surprised to find you are not allowed to bring wine. If you are allowed to bring wine that they do not have, does anyone know where to find their wine list. We are in the liquor industry and have brought wine on every cruise. We have never been with RCI. We have a cruise scheduled and need clarification.

[critterchick]

This was in the email I received from RCI in February. Sorry for the messiness!

 

White Wines

Sparkling Wines and Champagnes:

Asti Spumante, Martini & Rossi, Piedmont Italy, NV Korbel Brut, California, USA, NV Domaine Chandon, Brut, Classic California, USA, NV Argyle, Brut, Willamette Valley Oregon, USA, NV Mot & Chandon, Brut, France, NV Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, Yellow Label Brut France, NV Mumm, Cordon Rouge, Brut, France, NV Perrier-Joet, Brut, Fleur de Champagne France, V Taittinger, Blanc de Blancs, Comtes de Champagne Burgundy, France, V Mot & Chandon, Cuve Dom Prignon, Brut France, V

Chardonnay:

Chardonnay, La Terre, California, USA

Chardonnay, Hardys, Nottage Hill South Eastern Australia, Australia Semillon / Chardonnay, Lindemans, Bin 77 South Eastern Australia, Australia Chardonnay, Stone Cellars by Beringer California, USA Chardonnay, Footprint Western Cape, South Africa Chardonnay, Woodbridge Twin Oaks, Robert Mondavi California, USA Mcon-Villages, Bouchard Pre & Fils Burgundy, France Chardonnay, Penfolds, Koonunga Hill South Eastern Australia, Australia Chardonnay, Kendall-Jackson, Vintners Reserve California, USA Organic Chardonnay, Badger Mountain, Columbia Valley, Estate Grown, Washington, USA Chardonnay, Francis Coppola, Gold Label Diamond Series, California, USA Chardonnay, Chateau St. Jean Sonoma, California, USA Chardonnay, Meridian Vineyards Santa Barbara County, California, USA Chardonnay, Sebastiani Sonoma, California, USA Pouilly-Fuiss, Bouchard Pre & Fils Burgundy, France Chardonnay, Torres, Gran Vina Sol Peneds, Spain Chardonnay, Gran Reserva, Casa La Joya Rapel, Colchagua Valley, Chile

Sauvignon Blanc:

Sauvignon Blanc, Geyser Peak California, USA Sauvignon Blanc, Caliterra Valle Central, Chile Sauvignon Blanc, Brancott Marlborough, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, Fairview Coastal Region, South Africa Sauvignon Blanc, Kenwood Sonoma, California, USA Fum Blanc, Ferrari-Carano Sonoma, California, USA Fum Blanc, Robert Mondavi Winery Napa Valley, California, USA

White Zinfandel:

White Zinfandel, La Terre California, USA White Zinfandel, Beringer California, USA White Zinfandel, Woodbridge, Robert Mondavi California, USA White Zinfandel / Chardonnay, PVS, Beringer California, USA

Other Whites:

Soave Classico, Botter Verona, Italy

Pinot Grigio, Danzante Venezie, Veneto, Italy Pinot Grigio, La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi California, USA Pinot Grigio, Santa Margherita Valdadige, Trentino, Italy Johannisberg Riesling, Chateau St. Michelle Columbia Valley, Washington, USA Riesling Sptlese, L. Kreusch, Piesporter Michelsberg Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany Vouvray, Remy Pannier Loire, France Feudi di San Gregorio, Greco di Tufo Campania, Italy Conundrum, Caymus Napa Valley, California, USA Blanco, Marques de Caceres Rioja, Spain Gavi, Principessa Gavia Banfi, Piedmont, Italy

Red Wines

Pinot Noir:

Pinot Noir, Erath Vineyards Oregon, USA

Pinot Noir, Beringer Founders Estate California, USA

Merlot:

Merlot, La Terre, California, USA

Merlot, Robert Mondavi Private Selection Central Coast, California, USA Merlot, Meridian Vineyards, California, USA Merlot, Wolf Blass, Blue Label South Australia, Australia Merlot, Sebastiani, Sonoma County, California, USA Merlot, Francis Coppola, Blue Label Diamond Series California, USA Merlot, Geyser Peak, Sonoma, California, USA Merlot, Vina Tarapac, Maipo Valley, Chile

Cabernet Sauvignon:

Cabernet Sauvignon, La Terre California, USA Cabernet Sauvignon, Woodbridge Twin Oaks, Robert Mondavi, California, USA Cabernet Sauvignon, Beringer Founders Estate California, USA Cabernet Sauvignon, Raymond Estates Napa Valley, California, USA Cabernet Sauvignon, Kendall-Jackson Vintners Reserve California, USA Cabernet Sauvignon, Gran Coronas Reserva, Torres Peneds, Catalonia, Spain Cabernet Sauvignon, Robert Mondavi Winery Napa Valley, California, USA Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva, Caliterra Maipo Valley, Chile

Grenache / Syrah / Shiraz:

Shiraz, Footprint Western Cape, South Africa Shiraz, Rosemount Estate South Eastern Australia, Australia Syrah, Geyser Peak Sonoma, California, USA Shiraz, Kirralaa, Bushvine South Eastern Australia, Australia Ctes du Rhne, Belleruche, M. Chapoutier Rhne, France Chteauneuf-du-Pape, Les Cloisiers, Caves des Papes Rhne, France

Zinfandel:

Zinfandel, Cline California, USA

Zinfandel, Chateau Souverain Dry Creek Valley, California, USA Zinfandel, Buehler Estate Napa Valley, California, USA

Other Reds:

Valpolicella, Botter Verona, Italy

Beaujolais Villages, Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais, France Fleurie, Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais, France Pinotage, Fort Simon Estate Stellenbosch, South Africa Rioja, Faustino VII, Spain Crianza, La Mancha, Condesa de Leganza Castile-La Mancha, Spain Malbec, Navarro Correas, Coleccin Privada Maipu, Argentina Chianti Classico, Riserva, Castello di Gabbiano Tuscany, Italy Tempranillo, Fortius, Navarra, Spain Barbera dAlba, Banfi, Borgogno, Italy

Dessert Wines:

Moscato Bianco, 500 ml La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi California, USA Late Harvest Riesling, Pelee Island Winery 375 ml Ontario, Canada Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc, Errazuriz 375 ml Chile

Kosher Wines:

Chardonnay, Baron Herzog Kosher California, USA Merlot, Baron Herzog Kosher California, USA

Non Alcoholic Wines:

Sparkling, Sutter Home Fre California, USA Chardonnay, Sutter Home Fre California, USA White Zinfandel, Sutter Home Fre California, USA Premium Red, Sutter Home Fre California, USA

Reserve List

Sauvignon Blanc:

Pouilly-Fum, Domaine Denis Gaudry Loire, France Sauvignon Blanc, Chalk Hill California, USA Sancerre, Les Tuilires, Michel Redde Loire, France

Viognier:

Viognier, Beringer Napa Valley, California, USA Viognier, Arrowood, Saralees Vineyard Russian River Valley, California, USA

Chardonnay:

Chardonnay, Wild Ferment, Vina Errazuriz Casablanca Valley, Chile Chardonnay, Trefethen Napa Valley, California, USA Chardonnay, Grand Reserve, Kendall-Jackson California, USA Chardonnay, Rudd, Carneros California, USA Chardonnay, Stags Leap Winery Napa Valley, California, USA Chardonnay, Jordan Sonoma, California, USA Chablis Premier Cru, Domaine William Fvre Burgundy, France

Other Whites:

Riesling, Sptlese, Selbach-Oster

Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany

Riesling, Yalumba, The Y Series South Australia, Australia Gewrztraminer, Dopff & Irion Alsace, France

Pinot Noir:

Pinot Noir, David Bruce Central Coast, California, USA Pinot Noir, Vina Errazuriz Reserva, Wild Ferment Casablanca Valley, Chile Pinot Noir, Chalone Vineyard Chalone AVA, California, USA

Merlot:

Merlot, Arboleda Colchaqua Valley, Chile Merlot, Arrowood Grand Archer Sonoma, California, USA Merlot, Stags Leap Wine Cellars Napa Valley, California, USA Merlot, Beringer Private Reserve, Bancroft Ranch Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, USA

Shiraz / Syrah:

Syrah, Echelon, Esperanza Vineyard Central Coast, California, USA Syrah, Powers, Columbia Valley Washington, USA Shiraz, St. Henri, Penfolds South Australia, Australia

Cabernet Sauvignon:

Cabernet Sauvignon, Wynns Coonawarra Estate Coonawarra, Australia Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap Winery Napa Valley, California, USA Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve, Robert Mondavi Winery Napa Valley, California, USA Cabernet Sauvignon, Beringer Private Reserve Napa Valley, California, USA Cabernet Sauvignon, Kenwood Artist Series Sonoma, California, USA Cabernet Sauvignon, Jordan Sonoma, California, USA Cabernet Sauvignon, Darioush Napa Valley, California, USA

Zinfandel:

Zinfandel, Sebastiani Old Vines Sonoma, California, USA Zinfandel, Cline, Big Break Vineyard Contra Costa County, California, USA

Meritage:

Meritage, Dry Creek Valley, Dry Creek Vineyards California, USA Opus One, Mondavi-Rothschild Napa Valley, California, USA Tresor, Ferrari-Carano Sonoma, California, USA Meritage, Reserve Alexandre, Geyser Peak Sonoma, California, USA Legacy, Alexander Valley, California, USA

Other Red Wines:

GSM, Rosemount South Australia, Australia Carmenre, Arboleda Colchagua Valley, Chile Petite Sirah, Foppiano Russian River, Estate Grown, California, USA Rioja, Reserva Especial, Campillo Rioja, Spain Sangiovese / Merlot, La Vite Lucente, Frescobaldi Tuscany, Italy Chteauneuf-du-Pape, Les Bartavelles, Jean-Luc Colombo Rhne, France Rioja, Reserva Especial, Faustino de Autor Rioja, Spain Chteau Lafite-Rothschild Pauillac, Bordeaux, France Amarone della Valpolicella Classico, Bertani Veneto, Italy Barolo, Pio Cesare Piedmont, Italy Cabernet Sauvignon / Carmenre, Sea Aconcagua Valley, Chile Don Maximiano Founders Reserve, Errazuriz Aconcagua Valley, Chile Cabernet Franc, Beringer Howell Mountain, Third Century Napa Valley, California, US

[redfish1]

It almost sounds like getting your check-in luggage inspected is a random thing? And if it's locked, how can they get in it any way?

 

I'm a first-time cruiser. Going on the Rhapsody on 9/10. So, there is a mini-fridge in each cabin? And they stock it with sodas/water that you pay for if you drink? Sorry; I'm confused!

 

I personally like Diet Dr. Pepper, so would like to bring some of that with me, as well as water. Sounds like you can carry this on with you, in visible sight, as long as it's not opened?

 

What about bringing a small coffee pot and your own coffee? I heard the coffee on some of the ships isn't very good. I was hoping to just order room service for coffee and breakfast and not have to hassle with bringing all of that stuff.

 

Thanks for the info!

[damomom]

Thanks critterchick. This helps, although I really doubt their list is that extensive. I think they pu that out to say they have it all. I think if we put a couple in each bag we should be ok. Sounds like they never pull it all.

I will definately use the list.

[shaqtime32]

I would pack whatever you want to bring in the luggage that you give to the porter. Lock it. They will x-ray for weapons, but snacks, drinks, and the like shouldn't pose a problem. I wouldn't put it in my carry-on, especially if a bottle of booze sneaks into your stash! They don't open your checked bags to search.

 

anyway they have the right to just break that lock. they have warnings in airports and in ports that they have all rights to just break that lock and search ur bag...

[critterchick]

Thanks critterchick. This helps, although I really doubt their list is that extensive. I think they pu that out to say they have it all. I think if we put a couple in each bag we should be ok. Sounds like they never pull it all.

I will definately use the list.

 

Actually, the wine list is many pages long, and they have a "manager's choice" or whatever they call it, so you might be surprised at the number of wines, and aghast at the markup.

[caryn]

I think the amount of alcohol you bring on might be an issue also. They probably wouldn't mind a normal amount (on Celebrity last November we brought on a few bottles in our bags each from the duty free shop at the pier with no problem and I've also walked on RC with a beer or two in my bag). What they might have a problem with is bringing lots of bottles on with you or being obvious with it. I don't know... just a thought...

 

Also, of course RC is going to respond that you can't bring alcohol with you, just like you aren't supposed to bring candy into a movie theater... but I do it all the time. As long as you won't pitch a fit if you are told you can't bring it to your room, just try it!! :D They're not going to confiscate it, just hold it until the end of the cruise and you will have to buy alcohol on the boat like if you didn't bring your own.

 

As for the water, I usually refill a water bottle at the gym water fountain...

Snacks... like someone else said there is no need, there is tons of food on the boat and they let you carry that off for snacks on the beach (at least I've never had a problem).

[whoop913]

 

Security may inspect containers (water bottles, soda bottles, mouthwash, luggage etc.) and will dispose of containers holding alcohol. Guests who violate any alcohol policies, (over consume, provide alcohol to people under age 21, demonstrate irresponsible behavior, or attempt to conceal alcoholic items at security and or luggage check points or any other time), may be disembarked or not allowed to board, at their own expense, in accordance with our Guest Vacation Policys. Guests under the age of 21 will not have alcohol returned to them quote]

 

Considering some of the items they will inspect while looking for alcohol include water bottles and soda bottles, I don't think there is a problem bringing them onboard.

[dak_friendly]

Considering some of the items they will inspect while looking for alcohol include water bottles and soda bottles, I don't think there is a problem bringing them onboard.

 

This has been worrying me and you just answered it using straight logic! Thanks whoop! :)

[PSCruiser]

Isn't amazing how often RC gets caught in their own inconsistencies, i.e. no soda can be brought on board, but we'll be inspecting soda bottles for alcohol!! Is anyone at RC really in charge, or do they just make up policy as they go?

[TheEngineer]

I'm pretty sure their Customer Service people rely on a Magic 8 Ball for every answer they give. And I'm fairly certain the Magic 8 Ball they use is defective.

[Ratt]

I am surprised to find you are not allowed to bring wine. If you are allowed to bring wine that they do not have, does anyone know where to find their wine list. We are in the liquor industry and have brought wine on every cruise. We have never been with RCI. We have a cruise scheduled and need clarification.

 

damomom,

 

This link will take you to the Main Diining room information page for Rhapsody of the Seas and at the bottom of the page there are links to the fleet wine lists (Domestic & European).

 

http://www.royalcaribbean.com/findacruise/experiencetypes/experiencetype/experience/home.do;jsessionid=0000GnySbhvGsMldv2or4xI3tXd:10ktdmods?br=R&exCode=23&shipCode=RH

[shirleygr]

Everytime we port in KW, I always go to the KW winery and buy a few bottles to bring home. I go through security and they can plainly see these are wine bottles, but they have never, ever held them. I put the boxes on the belt, they go through the machine and the security people do not say a word. I plan on bringing a bottle of wine or two with me for our Bermuda cruise and I'm just not going to stress about it. We're not flying, so it'll go in our checked luggage. Plan on doing the same thing for our cruise in November.