How old do you have to be to go on a cruise alone Australia?

P&O Cruises Australia Age Policy
Rules for cruising alone on P&O Cruises Australia: At least one passenger in every cabin should be 18 years or older. Children traveling with their parents may stay in a separate or interconnecting cabin, but at least one child in the cabin must be at least 16 years old.

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Can a 16 year old go on a cruise alone?

On all cruises and cruise journeys, minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied and share a cabin with a parent, legal guardian or other responsible adult over the age of 21.

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How old can you be to go on a cruise alone?

Guests are required to be 21 years of age (on embarkation day) to travel on their own. Guest ages will be verified at embarkation. Guests not conforming to this policy will result in denied boarding and no compensation will be provided at embarkation.

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Do you have to be 21 to go on a cruise without a parent?

Rules for cruising alone on Celebrity: When sailing from North America, passengers must be 21 years old as of embarkation day to travel on their own. When sailing from Europe, Asia, South America, New Zealand or Australia, the minimum age to sail on your own is 18.

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Can a 15 year old go on a cruise?

The age limit for teens on carnival cruise line is 15 to 17 years. They strongly recommend that you bring an original signed letter from the absent parent(s) or legal guardians authorizing the minor to travel with you when traveling with a minor who does not have a parent or legal guardian on board.

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What can a 17 year old do on a cruise?

You can watch movies, listen to music, dance, jam out at karaoke, and maybe even attend Carnival's version of prom! Each ship has a designated Club O2 Leader who is responsible for overseeing the program and lounge. All children must be registered by a parent/guardian prior to participating in any Youth Program.

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What does a 16 year old need to go on a cruise?

Times Your Child Does Not Need a Passport to Cruise

Children younger than 16 need only to carry their birth certificates (original or copy); children 16 and older, as well as adults, each need to show both a birth certificate and a government-issued photo I.D.

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Can a minor book a cruise?

Most cruise lines will not allow guests under 21 to book a cruise or even board the ship unless they are accompanied by a chaperone, guardian, or parent who declares they are responsible for the "Young Adult" guest.

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Can you take a child that isn't yours on a cruise?

Adults who are not the parent or legal guardian of a minor traveling with them must present an original, notarized letter signed by the child's parent(s) authorizing the adult to take the child on the specific cruise, supervise the child, and allow emergency medical treatment to be administered, if needed.

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What is considered a minor on a cruise?

Minor guests (12-17 years of age) may use the facilities provided they are accompanied by a parent or guardian (subject to restrictions posted outside the Fitness Center). Salon: Salon services (hair, nail and facial services) are available to guests of all ages.

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Can you drink on a cruise ship at 18?

The rules vary by cruise line, but most allow 18-year-olds to hang out at bars or nightclubs on their own, or with family and friends who are also 18+. But do note that the drinking age on all ships that visit the U.S., as well as on many U.S.-based cruise lines sailing anywhere in the world, is 21.

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Can a person go on a cruise alone?

Yes, you can. In fact, cruising by yourself is a great way to relax, rejuvenate and score some alone time -- or meet new people if that's your goal -- at your own pace and on your own schedule.

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What happens if you are born on a cruise ship?

Under the 1961 Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness, for the purposes of determining the obligations under the convention, a birth on a ship or aircraft in international waters or airspace shall be treated as a birth in the country of the ship or aircraft's registration.

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Do I have to pay for my kids on a cruise?

Cruise fares are per person which includes children and infants. When traveling with two full fare guests, additional guests in the same stateroom pay a discounted cruise fare.

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Can I take my child on a cruise without the other parent?

Most cruise lines do not require a child travel consent form if a child is traveling with only one parent. However, if parent and child do not share a last name, many lines do require you to bring your child's passport and birth certificate as legal proof that you're related.

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Has anyone given birth on a cruise ship?

Both the mom and baby were transferred to St. Ann's Bay Hospital when the ship arrived in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, where the baby was admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit. Both are doing well. "The people of Royal Caribbean – shoreside and crew – are truly best in class.

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Do you get free flights if you give birth on a plane?

Popular rumor claims that people born on airplanes get free flights for life. Any truth in that? Sadly, it seems to be something of a myth. Very few airlines are known to have granted a newborn free flights for life.

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Has anyone ever had a baby on a cruise ship?

MIAMI -- An infant who weighed two pounds after being born prematurely three months ago on a cruise ship finally left the hospital Wednesday, officials said. The little boy, named Altaïr, was discharged from Nicklaus Children's Hospital to the delight of his parents.

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Is cruising alone expensive?

Thinking of taking a cruise as a solo traveler? Here's the bad news: With many lines, you could end up paying twice as much as someone traveling with a companion. Most cruise ship cabins are designed for two, and the cruise rates you see advertised for these cabins are per person, based on double occupancy.

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How much is a cruise for 1 person?

On average across cruise lines, the amount comes out to between $90-130 per person, per day. Carnival Corporation and Royal Caribbean Group saw an average around $90-100 per person, per day in 2022. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. saw closer to $130 per person each day.

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Can cruise ship crew sleep with guests?

It's unprofessional and can lead to some pretty serious legal trouble for the ship. Even when passengers fully consent, it's completely not allowed. Nope! Cruise lines are very aware of the legal issues that could result, as well as the impact on their reputations.

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What cruise lines let 18 year olds go alone?

What cruises can you go on alone at 18? Generally, British cruise lines will allow guests to travel once they are 18 years or older, while select European and American cruise lines will allow guests to sail to European destinations, such as MSC, Celebrity Cruises and Royal Caribbean.

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What is the youngest drinking age?

The youngest legal drinking age in the world is 15, with both Mali and the Central African Republic allowing folks to drink at that time. Seven countries do not have a government-mandated drinking age, while 11 countries ban the consumption of booze entirely.

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Are the clubs on cruises 18?

Most cruise ship discos are 18-plus, so older teens can hang out even if they can't drink. Live music and karaoke are also staples on cruise ships.

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What happens on adults only cruises?

Adults-only cruises are designed with adults in mind. From the staterooms, dining venues and lounges to the onboard entertainment and excursions ashore, adults-only cruises cater to adults 18 to 21 years of age and older.

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