Do you have to turn on airplane mode on a cruise?

Even if you're not actively on your phone, most are still using data, so make sure to set yours on airplane mode to avoid roaming charges. Really, unless you're using your phone for photos or accessing the ship's WiFi, just turn it off.
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What does airplane mode do on a cruise ship?

Before your ship sets sail, you should turn your phone on to 'airplane mode'. This function will disable your phone's antenna, preventing it from using any mobile signal.
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Can you use your cell phone on a cruise?

Do cell phones work on cruise ships? It's a common question with varying answers. Guests are free to utilize their cellular data or connect to our onboard Wi-Fi on any ship. But, please be aware that cellular data used on the ship or in certain ports of call will result in charges from your cell phone provider.
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What do I do with my phone on a cruise?

To use your cell phone on your cruise, you have two options — either connect to the ship's cellular service or connect to the ship's wi-fi. Both will cost you extra. For traditional cell service, today's modern cruise ships use providers such as “Cellular at Sea” or “Wireless Maritime Services”.
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Can you text on a cruise ship without Wi-Fi?

It's possible to send and receive text messages at sea on a cellular signal, as long as you have a signal through your ship's roaming network. (Just make sure you turn on data roaming in your settings.) Texting costs a lot less than a voice call -- usually in line with standard, international "pay as you go" rates.
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Can you FaceTime on a cruise ship?

If the ship provides free wifi and internet, then iMessage and FaceTime would be free. Those services are always free from Apple, and you only pay something if you are charged for the internet connection you are using.
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Is it worth it to buy Wi-Fi on a cruise?

Wifi can be extremely expensive onboard cruise ships and it is notoriously slow. We found rates as hight as $0.95 per minute and the least expensive package was $9.95 for 15 minutes of wifi. Eek! Wifi prices and speeds are improving into 2020, but they're still a very costly add-on to any cruise vacation.
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Can you FaceTime on Carnival Cruise?

Value Plan: Gives email access, what's included in the social plan, as well as broad access to the rest of the web — all at faster speeds than the Social plan. However, Carnival says it still doesn't support streaming, FaceTime, or wi-fi calling.
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Is WhatsApp free on a cruise ship?

Using messaging apps to text for free on a cruise ship

If you use text messaging apps like Facebook Messenger, WeChat, or WhatsApp, you can use them on a cruise ship whenever you have a WiFi connection.
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Does Bluetooth work on a cruise ship?

Cruise lines do allow guests to bring Bluetooth speakers on cruises. The majority of cruise lines only allow Bluetooth speakers to be used in personal staterooms and it is usually best to bring the Bluetooth speaker onboard by placing it in your hand luggage.
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Does cellular at sea cost extra?

There are no additional charges or billing from Cellular at Sea or the cruise lines.
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Can you drink the tap water on cruise ships?

Cruise ship tap water is safe to drink unless you are told otherwise by the ship's authorities. The water throughout the ship has been treated, filtered and frequently tested to meet the standards of the World Health Organization and the U.S. Public Health Service on ships sailing into and out of U.S. ports of call.
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How do I share Wi-Fi on a cruise ship?

I tested using an ethernet cable from the back of the room's IP phone jack to the LAN/WAN jack of the travel router. I used the wizard and configured the router as a standard wireless router. This allows you to share the wifi connection with your other devices. In my case, all my kid's and wife's iPhone.
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Can you use Wi-Fi calling on a cruise ship?

For large parties, the Ripple Connect app allows you to call and text other cruisers with the app as long as you have access to the ship's Wi-Fi signal, without having to pay for an Internet plan. Chomp SMS, a good choice for overseas texting on Android devices.
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Do cruise ships wait if you are late?

First of all, the ship will NOT wait for you if you are late. However, if you are on a sponsored excursion booked through the cruise line and are late coming back, the ship will wait. Excursions booked through a 3rd party normally always allow for extra time so you won't miss the ship.
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What can you not do on a cruise?

Here are the things you need to know BEFORE you go cruising
  • Don't leave your data plan on when cruising. ...
  • Don't take an organised excursion every day. ...
  • Don't eat all day on your cruise ? ...
  • Don't use the elevator! ...
  • Don't take your drone. ...
  • Don't take a power strip with a surge protector. ...
  • Don't forget your travel insurance!
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How do I communicate with my family on a cruise?

These are the best ways to stay connected while on a cruise.
  1. Walkie Talkies. ...
  2. Princess Cruise Line OceanMedallion. ...
  3. Disney Cruise Line Navigator App and Wave Phones. ...
  4. Cruise Line Messaging Apps. ...
  5. Wi-Fi Package.
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Can I use iMessage on a cruise ship?

If you have purchased a cruise ship internet package, you can also use the WhatsApp app, Facebook messenger, or iMessage to communicate via “text” as all of these use data and not cellular coverage. Cruise line apps often include a messaging feature as well (sometimes for free or sometimes for a small charge).
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Do you get 4g on a cruise?

Most cruise ships offer their own supported internet connectivity, however from time to time you can connect to the internet using your phones 3G or 4g if you don't want to pay for the internet package from your cruise line.
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Can I watch Netflix on Carnival Cruise?

Yes, you can stream movies on Carnival Cruise Line's “Netflix-enabled” ships. Carnival's website states that none of its internet plans support video or music streaming. However, some ships such as Carnival Vista, Carnival Horizon, and Carnival Sunshine are “Netflix-enabled.”
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Is Wi-Fi free on Carnival Cruise?

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There's also free WiFi on the ship, but it's relatively slow (public areas offer much better connection / stronger signals than cabins). phone calls from a Carnival ship cost $2 per minute (the charge through "Cellular at Sea" is $2,50 per minute).
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Does Carnival Cruise have free food?

Almost everything is included in the cruise fare

Come on board and enjoy all the fantastic options from the beginning: Your stateroom (perhaps with balcony or private jacuzzi) and delicious meals at the restaurants or at your stateroom with our 24-hour room service.
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Do cruise ships have jails?

Yes, cruise ships have brigs, which is the nautical term for a jail on a vessel, including a cruise ship. The term comes from the word “brigantine,” which is a type of two-masted sailing ship formerly used to house criminals.
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How do you get free Wi-Fi on a cruise?

Use onboard credit to pay for a Wi-Fi package

You can use your credit to pay for onboard internet access, thereby getting Wi-Fi on your cruise for free! On most cruise lines, you'll need a minimum of $100 in onboard credit per device for a week's worth of free basic Wi-Fi.
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