Originally Posted by
jj88
We have booked an Alaska cruise. My first question – the least important – is booze. We are old, and very modest drinkers, but I’d like to bring a bottle of brandy or something, for the veranda. I can’t imagine they search your luggage.
And smokers – I’ve read it’s not allowed on the verandas, but I also know people still do it, at some of the big condos we’ve rented. To us, very annoying. Is it much of a problem?
And the ships – do they stay at the dock for the day, or make way for other boats?
Thanks.
Welcome!
Alaska cruises are beautiful--I have done several.
As others have said, we can tell you more if we know which cruise line and ship you'll be on. If someone does start smoking on their balcony near you, just report it to the staff who should deal with it. It really does not happen much nowadays. There are tiny designated smoking areas on most ships. The mainline cruise ships will stay docked at the port all day, allowing passengers to come and go as they please. Liquor policies vary by cruise line.
If you are modest drinkers, depending on the cruise you chose, it may not be much of an issue to purchase drinks on board.