Why You Should Never Pack Anything Camouflage for a Cruise

We know cruise lines have rules and varying dress codes, but this is definitely one I had to research to believe. According to Reader’s Digest, anything with camouflage is essentially a major no-no on cruises.

Packing for cruises isn’t easy. Dress codes play a huge role depending on the cruise line itself. There are formal nights, themed evenings, and certain areas where you can’t wear your swimsuit or men must always wear a jacket.

Plus, you’re packing for those off-ship excursions in the various ports your cruise is docking for the day or night. So, what’s the deal with camouflage clothing and accessories when it comes to those cruise vacations?

It has nothing to do with cruise ship attire recommendations and requirements at all, rather according to Reader’s Digest, camouflage clothing is banned in most Caribbean countries. It’s not just clothing with a camo print but also accessories like backpacks, hats, sunglasses, handbags, swimsuits, and shoes. If it has camouflage, then leave it at home.

Any military-style clothing is illegal.

If you absolutely cannot live without your favorite camo hat or shorts, feel free to use space in your suitcase to bring it. Just be aware that you can only wear those items on the ship itself.

According to the Life Well Cruised website, if staff aboard the cruise doesn’t happen to stop you when you disembark, you could find yourself paying a stiff fine and even arrested and behind bars. Only those in the military are allowed to wear such clothing.

As a side note, even standing on the balcony of the ship while at port wearing that camo bathing suit is a sign of disrespect in the Caribbean, albeit not illegal since you’re on the ship itself.

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If you’re planning a cruise anywhere outside the Caribbean, double-check dress codes and regulations because if it’s not military-style clothing, it could be something else. There are plenty of other countries outside the Caribbean where military-style attire and camo are illegal, as well.