Cruise lines warn guests about camouflage restrictions in some destinations
MSC Cruises and Royal Caribbean are reminding travelers that certain clothing may violate local laws or onboard dress policies.
MSC Cruises advises passengers that wearing camouflage patterns or garments resembling military or police uniforms is a criminal offense in some jurisdictions. According to the cruise line, local authorities may impose fines, confiscate clothing or detain travelers for security reasons.
The company says passengers are solely responsible for researching and following the laws of every country on their itinerary. MSC Cruises also states that it does not accept liability for legal consequences, fines or denied entry arising from attire that is prohibited or considered inappropriate.
Royal Caribbean identifies Antigua, Barbados, Grenada, Jamaica, St. Lucia, and Trinidad and Tobago as destinations where camouflage-print clothing and accessories, along with military-style apparel, are illegal.
Separately, MSC Cruises’ onboard dress rules bar swimwear from formal dining venues at every meal, including breakfast and lunch. The line also prohibits shorts, flip-flops and tank tops during Evening Wear or Gala Night in main dining rooms, specialty restaurants and the MSC Yacht Club.
