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Dress Codes

Viking Vs Cunard: I Tried Two Very Different Cruise Experiences

07/05/2026

I’ve taken quite a few Cunard cruises over the years. I have sailed on three out of their four ships and tried a range of itineraries. I know their style very well. In fact, it was the shock of my … Read more

Tags Cunard, Dress Codes, formality, luxury cruising, Viking

Do You REALLY Have To Dress Up On A Cruise?

28/04/2026

Many people imagine cruises are very formal, and think it will be all suits, ballgowns, and strict dress codes every night. This is one of the most common concerns people have before they book, and it can genuinely put people … Read more

Tags cruise info, Dress Codes, dress to impress nights, formal nights, gala nights
Emma Cruises, New York City

8 Days From New York To England – Fun, But Never Again!

17/03/2025

I’ve just disembarked a cruise that I would not choose to repeat – and this is the first time I’ve ever said that. For years, I’ve wanted to try a transatlantic crossing, following in the footsteps of those travelling on … Read more

Tags Cunard, Dress Codes, ocean liner, queen mary 2, Transatlantic crossing
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What to Wear on a P&O Cruise – 39 Examples and Enforcement

23/10/202412/08/2022

Before I took my first P&O cruise, I was aware that they had dress codes and formal nights, but had no idea what the dress code actually entailed.  In this post, you’ll find dress code guidelines for all parts of … Read more

Tags Arvia, Aurora, Dress Codes, Iona, P&O Cruises, Ventura
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You Can Skip Formal Nights on a Cruise – Here’s How

17/02/202614/07/2020

If you are considering taking a cruise, you may wonder if you can skip the formal nights on board. I am personally not a huge fan of formal nights, and in this post, we will discuss how I often avoid … Read more

Tags buffet, Dress Codes, formal nights, main dining room, speciality restaurants
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Norwegian Cruise Line Don’t Have Formal Nights – Here’s What They Have Instead

25/09/202410/03/2020

If you’re taking your first cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line you may be wondering if there will be formal nights. I’ve cruised with Norwegian Cruise Line many times and their relaxed approach to dining and dress codes is one of … Read more

Tags Dress Codes, ncl, Norwegian Cruise Line

MSC Dress Code Photo Guide – 96% Agree The Dress Codes are Relaxed

19/11/202420/02/2020

If you’re taking your first cruise with MSC, you may be wondering about the dress codes and to what extent they are enforced. MSC does have formal nights – which they call ” Gala Nights” – but most of the … Read more

Tags Dress Codes, MSC, msc cruises
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Marella Cruises Formal Nights – Everything You Need To Know

30/10/202405/12/2019

If you are considering a cruise with Marella you may be wondering if formal nights are part of the cruise experience. I’ve been on many Marella cruises, and I am always pleasantly surprised by how relaxed the atmosphere and dress … Read more

Tags Dress Codes, marella, marella cruises

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