Are any Cruiselines more smoker friendly than others?

[atm55]

Sorry, I'm a smoker. Just got off DCL and they had very limited smoking on board. Just was wondering if any smokers out there have a preference for cruiselines with regard to smoking.

[daisy-mae]

I would try a European line like Costa or MSC.

[cb at sea]

There are smoking areas on all ships....and that works....some ships allow smoking on the balconies...some don't....Few allow it in the cabins anymore (stinky!), but there are plenty of places where you can smoke.

Carnival tried the "non-smoking" ship and found it wouldn't work.....just don't blow your smoke into non-smokers faces...you'll be ok!

[Toddy709]

There are smoking areas on all ships....and that works....some ships allow smoking on the balconies...some don't....Few allow it in the cabins anymore (stinky!), but there are plenty of places where you can smoke.

Carnival tried the "non-smoking" ship and found it wouldn't work.....just don't blow your smoke into non-smokers faces...you'll be ok!

 

Carnival tried it 10 years ago before many cities had gone "non-smoking". There is a much bigger "non-smoking" movement now than there was 10 years ago. IMHO, all cruise lines are tightening up on the smoking areas in this day and age of enlightenment. I know the non-smoking movement was a very large part of my quitting smoking years and years ago, for which I (and my now healthy heart) are eternally greatful!

[atm55]

I know, I know, I should quit. If not for the obvious health issues, travelling is very difficult if you smoke unless you go to LAS. DCL has very limited smoking areas, i.e. one side of deck 4 after 6pm and in the adult pool area in small area. That's it. I keep vowing to quit before the next cruise - it's just too inconvenient.:o

[daisy-mae]

DCL has very limited smoking areas, i.e. one side of deck 4 after 6pm and in the adult pool area in small area.

 

I'm curious to know how they enforce the non-smoking policy? Do crew members ask passengers to butt our, or is everyone too timid to disobey?

[cuyahoga11]

Sorry, I'm a smoker. Just got off DCL and they had very limited smoking on board. Just was wondering if any smokers out there have a preference for cruiselines with regard to smoking.

 

Carnival allows smoking in the cabins and the balconies (except the spa cabins on the dream and splendor), casino, some bars and one side of the deck in the open areas

[Assateague Island Princes]

Holland America allows smoking in cabins and on balconies. I think they're one of the last of a dying breed permitting liberal smoking. And yes, I'm a smoker as is DH - no flames please. This is one of the reasons we remain loyal to HAL - that along with the amazing cruise experience, the traditional teak promenade decks, the most comfortable beds on the high seas, and THE best crew going. Biased a little? You bet!:D

[agabbymama]

Holland America allows smoking in cabins and on balconies. I think they're one of the last of a dying breed permitting liberal smoking. And yes, I'm a smoker as is DH - no flames please. This is one of the reasons we remain loyal to HAL - that along with the amazing cruise experience, the traditional teak promenade decks, the most comfortable beds on the high seas, and THE best crew going. Biased a little? You bet!:D

 

 

I agree Assateague Island Princes. I too love HAL, and I too am a smoker.

 

That said, Grand Princess Med cruise in Oct '08 I was allowed to smoke on the balcony, in the cabin, and there were many places throughout the ship, I never remember if it was port side or starboard side, but if I saw ash trays, I would sit and smoke. One place I had a latte and was able to smoke. Out on the deck by the pool, one side was smoking. And there were usually ashtrays in the casino.

 

I don't believe any of the cruiselines allow smoking in any of the eating establishments, or the show rooms.

[CALMOM]

Carnival - Smoking allowed in cabins, balconies & designated areas

Princess - Smoking allowed in cabins, balconies & designated areas

Royal - Smoking allowed on balconies except for balconies facing inside ship

Holland - Smoking allowed in cabins, balconies & designated areas

Celebrity - Smoking NOT allowed except in designated areas, not cabins or bal

NCL - Smoking allowed in cabins, balconies & designated areas

 

The cruise lines, don't know. There are cruise lines that allow smoking is most areas and then there are cruise lines that have strict smoking policy that Disney.

 

The non-smokers complain about passengers smoking in their cabins & balconies but they forget that the cruise lines have very few designated smoking areas, so all that's really left, is your cabin and balcony.

 

I personally do not smoke in my cabin, it's like smoking in a closet. I smoke on my balcony but if my neighbor politely ask me to refrain when they are on the balcony too, I will be happy to comply.

[sail7seas]

I'm curious to know how they enforce the non-smoking policy? Do crew members ask passengers to butt our, or is everyone too timid to disobey?

 

Varies from one cruise line to another but on some lines, if you violate their smoking rules, you MIGHT get one warning and can be put off in the next port if you again are caught smoking where not permitted. You will get no refund of your cruise fare and will have to pay your own way home.

 

Other lines might not give the first warning. The first violation could be enough to have you put off the ship.

 

Other lines might be more lenient.

[cprofits]

HAL, Princess, Carnival

[tami99]

I'm pretty bummed that Carnival allows smoking. When I booked my cruise, I had no idea but found out pretty quickly. I hope it doesn't ruin our trip. I personally think it's a fire hazard to allow smoking in the cabins. The smell is very offensive to people who don't smoke.

[Toddy709]

I'm pretty bummed that Carnival allows smoking. When I booked my cruise, I had no idea but found out pretty quickly. I hope it doesn't ruin our trip. I personally think it's a fire hazard to allow smoking in the cabins. The smell is very offensive to people who don't smoke.

 

I agree with the fire hazard issue. While I've been fortunate enough not to have a cabin that smelled of smoke, I do worry about people, either the intoxicated, the elderly, or just careless falling asleep in their cabin while smoking. I can't imagine anything worse than experiencing a fire on the high seas!

[Taxguy77]

In the past few years I have only found one cigar room. I do not care for cigars nor did I when I smoked heavily, but my father sure did. The last ship I was on, I struck up a conversation with a gentalman who smoked a fine cigar. The place was like an exclusive club; quite, overstuffed leather chairs, attentive server, fine Brandy! And an A/C that left my clothes much better smelling than BWW! This along with many other really nice experiences are no longer part of the cruise experience on the affordable lines. Pity.

 

Have to save to make one cruise rather than 2, or one every 2 years. Or just drive with no hassle, just have to unpack and pack every day or so.

[PennyAgain]

Some cruise lines like Crystal allow smoking in one's own cabin but not on the balconies.

 

I've found HAL to be more smoker friendly and actually does sell cigarettes and cigars on board.

 

I've also found that when booking extremely small ships that the smoking policy is either 'absolutely no' or very much allowed; so be sure to check before you make a booking.

 

The politics of smoking really doesn't belong in this discussion. As long as smoking is legal (and our various governments collect millions in taxes) then some people are going to be smokers.

[CALMOM]

I'm pretty bummed that Carnival allows smoking. When I booked my cruise, I had no idea but found out pretty quickly. I hope it doesn't ruin our trip. I personally think it's a fire hazard to allow smoking in the cabins. The smell is very offensive to people who don't smoke.

 

Maybe you should consider changing your booking to a cruise line that does not allow smoking in cabins or balconies, such as Celebrity or Disney. I want you to enjoy your cruise without that offensive smoke.

[John Bull]

As per your first respondent, MSC & Costa have the most liberal policies, and the most liberal enforcement.

Cunard have been a very smoker-friendly line but recently tightened-up - no smoking in cabins now.

 

Other than those lines, or if you're unlucky with your cabin's former occupants or your balcony neighbours where it's permitted, I rather take the view that nowadays the only folk who have a problem with smoke are those who hunt out smoking-permitted areas, so that they can waft their arms self-righteously as they pompously pass by.

They may have a low opinion of smokers, but they can't be very observant cos their theatricals are the source of great amusement :D

And have you all noticed, smoking areas are full of convivial chatter. A short life, but a happy one.

So show a little more tolerance to we lesser mortals, live & let die.

 

Feel free to chastise me, I have put my tin helmet on :D

 

John Bull

[hal lover]

John Bull, I won't chastise you at all!

 

There are far more place's on any ship at sea that you CAN NOT smoke. Why do non smoker's always wind up there? I think most are anti smoker's that just want to raise a little h*ll and try to make smoker's the root of all evil. However, I do think that all casino's should have better ventilation system's because I can see that passenger's that do not smoke would be miserable in there!

[cruzin w chris]

carnival has plenty of space for smokers and is allowed in cabins although i do not smoke in the cabin or on the balcony. i would suggest that if you do smoke on your balcony maybe bring a small cup of water out with you to snuff it out when your done because you just never know with the wind and such where it may go when you turn your back. i only smoke in the casino or on deck where permitted and try to stay as far away from n/smokers as possible

[ailuro]

I agree it seems strange we're not allowed to bring our own irons, but smokers are allowed to smoke in their cabins no matter how long they've spent in the bar...

 

As an ex smoker I know what it's like to be treated as almost a leper for wanting to smoke, however now I've quit (10 years and counting) I now realise how ghastly it smells, as I grew up in a smoking household I never ever realised what that smell was like to a non smoker.

 

At one point they will become like hotels and have an additional $200 charge to cover the cost of extra cleaning after a smoker has used the room.;)

[sarge98]

Just a small hint about smoking. Has anyone heard of an item called a smokeless ash tray? It is an ashtray,usually with a cover, and a fan inside of it. The fan draws the smoke inside and into a filter, rather than relesing it into the outside air, close the cover and the cigarette will go out. They don't cost much to buy .

[atm55]

I'm curious to know how they enforce the non-smoking policy? Do crew members ask passengers to butt our, or is everyone too timid to disobey?

 

The passengers will tell you to put it out.

[boogs]

I'm curious to know how they enforce the non-smoking policy? Do crew members ask passengers to butt our, or is everyone too timid to disobey?

 

Celebrity is pretty deligent about enforcement. If a nearby passenger reports an offender, the offender will be notified immediately to cease. If it continues, a fine of $350 may be assessed for the next occurance. If it continues, the offender will be removed at the next port. Stateroom attendants are required to report offenders as well. And unfortunately some people are not too timid to disobey, creating an awkward situation for all parties involved.

 

Keep in mind that many passengers book with Celebrity because of the restrictive smoking policy. For them to encounter someone disobeying the rules is more than an inconvenience - it negates a main reason they picked that cruise line in the first place.

[Traveller20074]

The Pearl sure had lots of people that smoked on the balconies and outside. And, I was surprised at how smoky they casino was, I would think there would be some type of ventilation system. I feel for the employees there. I'm not against smoking, really, just think maybe the employees should not be exposed to this constantly.

 

I could smell it quite a bit in the halls occasionally as well (probably blowing through the balcony door and out their cabin door) It doesn't bother me NOW to smell it, but when I had just given birth and still had the affects of anesthesia in me....oh my.........LOL :eek: