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Yup you have to have it ... and it unfortunately does make it easier to spend money (not doling out the cash for each drink) even if you put down a cash deposit. There's a reason that it's also known as the "drink and sink" card.

Ok, so I still need it then even if I am not going to charge anything? What if you don't charge a thing, they don't try and sneak charges on your card do they? My card is almost to it's limit (bad I know) and I'm a blonde who is terrible with money! All I know is I like to have it ha ha

Welcome to Cruise Critic. You'll find tons of useful information. We were all first timers once upon a time.

 

All cruiselines are "cashless" - that means that no cash is used on the ship except for the casino. All other purchases- soda, alcohol, tee shirts, jewelry, make-up, tips, whatever - go on your cruise card. The "Sign and Sail" card is just one name for it. This card also doubles as your cabin key so don't lose it. When you check in, you'll be asked for a credit card you want your charges to go to. If you want to use cash, you can give the ticket agent $500 for your on board account instead of having charges go to a credit card.

Oh so it's a necessary thing that I need to have? Thanks for your input!

Hi all----I really don't understand the whole Sail & Sign card; do you really need one? I kind of wanted to just bring cash and no credit card (card is almost to the limit ha ha ha) Is it ok to pass on it? Thanks in advance, obviously first time Cruiser here :D