11 surprising things you can’t take on a cruise

And a new train route just in time for Christmas markets                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 [Matador Network Homepage]( [handcuffs]( 11 Surprising Things You Can’t Take on a Cruise Hi , We’re used to being very careful about what we put in our luggage when we fly. What’s not common knowledge is that packing for a cruise can come with a long list of restrictions as well, and cruise lines are very serious about what passengers can and cannot bring on board. The obvious prohibited items are common sense (no firearms or firearm replicas, and no sharp objects like knives or scissors). Others are much more niche and unexpected, but if you’re caught with them—which you will be when your luggage goes through the scanner before embarkation—they’ll not only be confiscated but may also be destroyed. Certain purchases made at port will also be confiscated upon reentry into the ship (like that candle you bought as a gift for your house sitter, for example) and won’t be returned until the end of the cruise. Just make sure you don’t forget to pick it up. Each cruise line might have different specifics, but this list should help you get started with what to [set aside when packing](. [DO NOT PACK THESE]( The Matador Network team is dedicated to publishing inspirational, on-the-ground stories and guides about where to travel. But we are equally dedicated to helping you travel better (and fact checking which of those viral travel hacks actually work and which are all hot air). Ultimate Travel Hacks Our weekly guide to take the headache out of travel. [backpacking]( This Company Connects Adventurers with Local Guides Who Know the Outdoors Best What better way to explore a new place than with locals as your guides? [READ MORE]( [Paris to Berlin Train]( A New High-Speed Train Links Paris to Berlin in Time for Christmas Market Season Beginning December 16, 2024, a high-speed train will run daily between Paris and Berlin, taking just 8 hours. [READ MORE]( [DJI Osmo Action 4]( DJI Osmo Action 4 Review: A Lot of Tech in a Little Camera Matador's Creative Directory team tested this tiny camera on a recent trip to Dubai. Here’s what they thought. [READ MORE]( [airplane aisle]( Airplane Etiquette 101: Stop Manspreading Despite common sense airplane etiquette and shrinking seats, this still remains an issue on both long and short flights. [READ MORE]( Two Private Island Getaways Show Why the Maldives Is Unmatched for Luxury These resorts offer unparalleled luxury and seclusion from the outside world. [READ MORE]( Gear Up Discover our favorite tech and travel gear essentials. [travel bag]( [vpn tech]( [TOO MANY EMAILS? CHANGE YOUR FREQUENCY HERE]( EXPLORE THE WORLD WITH MATADOR FOLLOW US HERE [fb]( [tw]( [ig]( [yt]( [tk]( [in]( Move this email to your primary inbox or add Hello@MatadorNetwork.com as a contact so you never miss an email from us. Update your [email preferences]( or unsubscribe [here]( © 2024 Matador Network, all rights reserved PO Box 7775, Suite 40021 San Francisco, California 94120, United States of America [Terms of Service](