MSC Cruises Highlights Camouflage Clothing Risks in Port
Updated guest guidance warns that military-style attire may violate laws in some destinations, although camouflage remains permitted aboard MSC ships.
MSC Cruises has updated its guest conduct and dress guidance to emphasize that camouflage patterns or clothing resembling military or police uniforms may constitute a criminal offense in certain jurisdictions, particularly in parts of the Caribbean and other island destinations.
The cruise line does not prohibit camouflage aboard its ships. However, passengers wearing restricted attire may be denied permission to disembark during port calls or could face legal consequences after going ashore.
MSC’s policy places responsibility on guests to follow destination-specific clothing laws. It also states that the company is not liable for fines, other legal consequences or denied entry resulting from prohibited attire.
Travel industry advisories and destination guides identify Barbados, Jamaica, St Lucia, Grenada, Antigua and Barbuda, and Trinidad and Tobago as destinations with strict rules concerning military-style prints. Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line and Norwegian Cruise Line also include camouflage cautions in their online dress or destination information.
