Small desk fan

[Ta8633]

I am one of those people that:

1) is always hot

2) sleeps 365 days a year with a fan on for the noise

 

Is a small desk fan or one of those small clip on the headboard fans ok to pack and bring on the cruise?

[Hlitner]

I am one of those people that:

1) is always hot

2) sleeps 365 days a year with a fan on for the noise

 

Is a small desk fan or one of those small clip on the headboard fans ok to pack and bring on the cruise?

 

Cannot see why not. But keep in mind that the A/C on cruise ships is usually too effective (for many foks) and you do have a thermostat in your cabin. More then likely you will be able to make things cold enough to keep you happy. The only electric outlets in your cabin (other then a low wattage outlet for razors in the bathroom) are behind the desk (dressing table). So depending on your cabin layout you might want to take a small extension cord.

 

Hank

[Keith1010]

Our experience is that you can take a fan on board.

 

We have.

 

Keith

[cb at sea]

I always bring a small desktop fan (5 inches)...electric....bring an extension cord, as the only plug is across from the bed. I don't give a fig about the noise...it's the air movement I need....hot flashes all night long!...so if I couldn't bring a fan, I wouldn't go.

[Karysa]

I always bring a small desktop fan (5 inches)...electric....bring an extension cord, as the only plug is across from the bed. I don't give a fig about the noise...it's the air movement I need....hot flashes all night long!...so if I couldn't bring a fan, I wouldn't go.

 

Brought one on an RCI cruise in Europe last summer and ended up in the nasty room.:eek:

[searoses]

cb....we are soul sisters...hot flashes are the answer to spontaneous combustion!! i use my ceiing fan 365 days a year and i live in maine! i always take a fan and so far so good! x and ncl

[Karysa]

Brought one on an RCI cruise in Europe last summer and ended up in the nasty room.:eek:

 

Oops that should read the naughty room:D

[Suitcasefull]

We travel with a battery-operated fan about 8" that works well and no worries about extension cords. (Also have a corded one that size)Have even carried it on in my tote bag. DH has problems with heat so do have a letter to that effect but no one has ever questioned us having the fan.

[S&S Cruisers 1983]

I always travel with a fan. I bought mine at Walmart in the camping area. The batteries last all night and then I plug it in to recharge during the day. Never had a problem taking it on a cruise. Here is the link below.

 

http://www.walmart.com/ip/O2-Cool-8-Battery-or-Electric-Portable-Fan/15992438

[Colorado Kat]

If all else fails: Sometimes, ships have them, and loan them out. But, I would bring on a battery operated fan, first.

[Crystal314]

Well, I just got back from my 9th Carnival cruise and I have taken a fan every time. Didn't have a problem until last Saturday. They confiscated my little fan and extension cord.

 

I immediately went to Guest Services and complained, explaining that I needed the fan to sleep. Later that day, my fan was returned to my room!!! The desk clerk explained that the box fans on the ship are for those who have a hot room (temp issue), have asthma or sleep with a CPAP machine.

 

Hope this helps! :D

[searoses]

i would qualify 3 for 3...never been in a cabin that wasn't too warm for me to sleep!

[Grumpy100]

I have bought a fan on our last 8 cruises to include, Celebrity, Carnival, NCL and Princess and never had it taken away. I always pack it in my carryon bag so when it goes thru security and they say something I would pitch a fit.....

I need it to drown out the outside noises and my husband's snoring otherwise I would never sleep a wink.

I have a battery/electric just in case they say something. It takes 8 C batteries and is worth it to me...

Happy sailing.:p:p:p