Power strips, carnival Magic!

I have read on here to bring one but I've heard they can be confiscated??

Do I bring one and where do I put it?

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I always bring a power strip in my checked luggage and have never had a problem. I think you just need to make sure it is in good shape.

I have read on here to bring one but I've heard they can be confiscated??

Do I bring one and where do I put it?

 

 

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Yep, we have always packed ours in our checked. I am pretty sure they are on the list not to bring, but I didn't know that until we had brought ours a few times, I bring it fully expecting that if they take it, they take it and I won't complain.

Gotcha! Thanks!

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According to the Carnival website, power strips are allowed if used with proper caution.

According to the Carnival website, power strips are allowed if used with proper caution.

Oh perfect!

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We always bring a new power strip and a new fan (small).

Never had any problems bringing either one.

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We always bring a new power strip and a new fan (small).

Never had any problems bringing either one.

 

 

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Thanks!

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If you have not bought a power strip yet, save yourself some money and reduce the risk of having it taken by purchasing the cheaper, non-surge suppressor type. One that has a cord, a "box" with 4-6 outlets, and fitted with an on/off switch is fine. Surge suppressors don't work on ships, and can cause serious problems, which is why lines are becoming more stringent about them.

I had a regular extension cord in my luggage on the last cruise. They confiscated it. Next time I'll try in my carry on instead.

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I always pack corded items in my carry on..I'd rather they inspect THAT over my checked luggage. My power strip is small..no more than 3 outlets. Its plenty.

Was on the Magic last week. Had a power strip & had zero issues.

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Thanks y'all!

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We brought a power strip on the Magic, it wasn't confiscated, and was on the vanity in full view of our room steward all week, with no problem. :)

I have a new medical issue and I am planning on bringing a power strip on board for the first time. I lost my hearing recently - All of it - And now have cochlear implants. I need to be able to recharge the batteries for my processors and I also have a small electric dehumidifier unit that I put the processors in overnight, every night. I will beg them not to take the power cord from me. When my batteries die, I cannot her a thing!

I'm genuinely curious what so many people bring power strips for?

We brought a power strip on the Magic, it wasn't confiscated, and was on the vanity in full view of our room steward all week, with no problem. :)

Did u carry on or in your suit case?

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They say it CAN be confiscated but they would only do this if it wasn't in good condition and considered a fire hazard .....I believe that's the CAN in their description .

We've always thrown ours in our luggage and never had an issue. I use mine to plug in and charge things..phone, batteries,Kindle

I place mine in between, or inside my shoes in my checked bag.

Thanks guess ill chance it!

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I'm genuinely curious what so many people bring power strips for?

There are few plugs in the cabins. With all the charging electronics. & beauty tools, the power strip makes it simpler to have more than 2 things plugged in at a time. We've always brought one with no issues.

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I'm genuinely curious what so many people bring power strips for?

Because there is only one plug in outlet in each cabin (main room) and most people have more than one thing to plug in...phone/iPad chargers, fan, laptop, etc. The power strip allows more than one thing to be plugged in. The outlet in the bathroom is only meant for electric razors...so that one is not much use.

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I have a new medical issue and I am planning on bringing a power strip on board for the first time. I lost my hearing recently - All of it - And now have cochlear implants. I need to be able to recharge the batteries for my processors and I also have a small electric dehumidifier unit that I put the processors in overnight, every night. I will beg them not to take the power cord from me. When my batteries die, I cannot her a thing!

Since your need is medical, I would consider contacting your doctor for a note. Secondly, I think I would call Carnival and alert them as to what is going on. JMHO... :D I hope you have a wonderful cruise.

Since your need is medical, I would consider contacting your doctor for a note. Secondly, I think I would call Carnival and alert them as to what is going on. JMHO... :D I hope you have a wonderful cruise.

Thanks so much for the kind words. I do have a medical card in my wallet that states my condition. This is for TSA issues and anything else that may come up. Thanks for the reminder... If there are any questions about the necessity of my power strip, the card might come in handy.