Portside
Family

Royal Caribbean International Dress Code & Packing Guide

Adventure-forward mega-ships

Formalness
55 Β· Refined
Formal nights
2/7

Overview

Adventure-forward mega-ships balancing family fun with refined dining and vibrant nightlife.

Day Dress Code

Casual resort wear, jeans, polos, sundresses, and shorts for breakfast and lunch. Cover-ups required over swimwear in indoor spaces.

Evening Dress Code

Casual (jeans, polos), Smart Casual (blazers, collared shirts, dresses), and Formal / 'Dress Your Best' (suits, tuxedos, cocktail dresses). Swimwear and baseball caps are prohibited in dining rooms.

Strictly Prohibited Items

  • βœ•Bare feet
  • βœ•Swimwear in dining venues
  • βœ•Tank tops / sleeveless shirts (Main Dining Room & Specialty Dining at dinner)
  • βœ•Camouflage clothing (restricted in certain ports)
  • βœ•Clothes irons / steamers
  • βœ•Surge protectors / power strips
  • βœ•Drones
  • βœ•Candles & incense
  • βœ•Hoverboards / e-scooters
  • βœ•Weapons & sharp knives
  • βœ•Alcohol (beyond allowance)
  • βœ•Extension cords

Frequently Asked Questions

How many formal nights are on a 7-night Royal Caribbean cruise?

Typically, there are 2 formal nights on a 7-night sailing.

Can men wear jeans on formal night?

Formal night encourages suits or tuxes, but smart casual wear including neat denim is generally accepted in most venues.

Are t-shirts allowed for dinner?

T-shirts are fine on casual nights, but collared shirts are preferred for men in main dining rooms.