Cruise port security question

[grouchomarx]

I'm sailing Anthem out of Bayonne tomorrow. We're not flying just driving. Usually I pack my jewelry in my handbag for flying as airport security can open your bags and steal stuff. Do I need to worry about the same issue at the cruise port or can I pack valuables in the suitcase and not worry? I don't know what happens to the bags after the porters take them. I only know they x-ray them that's it. Thanks.

[Retired LEO]

I'm sailing Anthem out of Bayonne tomorrow. We're not flying just driving. Usually I pack my jewelry in my handbag for flying as airport security can open your bags and steal stuff. Do I need to worry about the same issue at the cruise port or can I pack valuables in the suitcase and not worry? I don't know what happens to the bags after the porters take them. I only know they x-ray them that's it. Thanks.

 

I wouldn't put anything of value in checked luggage. There's always a risk involved.

[cruisinfanatic]

I'm sailing Anthem out of Bayonne tomorrow. We're not flying just driving. Usually I pack my jewelry in my handbag for flying as airport security can open your bags and steal stuff. Do I need to worry about the same issue at the cruise port or can I pack valuables in the suitcase and not worry? I don't know what happens to the bags after the porters take them. I only know they x-ray them that's it. Thanks.

never pack valuables in checked luggage!!!!

[FLACRUISER99]

Another vote for never pack valuables in a checked suitcase.

[fluffysue]

never pack valuables in checked luggage!!!!

Nope, no valuables, and nothing you may urgently need that day (such as medications). I always bring a little jewelry case and keep it in my carry-on or backpack, along with electronics, etc. (and my bathing suit, change of clothes, and anything else I might want/need that day). You don't know when you'll get it back, and they absolutely can open your suitcases and they do if they see anything "suspicious" on the xray (not just potential weapons...it can be bottles of liquids they check to make sure they're not alcohol, or electrical appliances to make sure they are not fire hazards, etc.).

Edited November 9, 2015 by fluffysue

[chengkp75]

Unless you lock your baggage, and we all know how useful that is, then don't pack valuables in your checked luggage, I believe this is called out several places in cruise documents and FAQ. The longshoremen are not employed by the cruise line, but by the port authority, so there is a disconnect in responsibility there.

 

You do also realize that your ticket contract gives the cruise line the right to search your baggage, and refusal can result in disembarkation. Also, any valuables in excess of $300 must be declared to the line, in advance, or the line will not be liable for loss or damage.

[grouchomarx]

Thanks for all your great advice. I guess I'll be lugging my jewelry around as usual!

[cb at sea]

Never EVER pack valuables in anything but your hand-carried bags. Ever! And, even tho you won't have anything of value IN your checked bags....lock them. Always.

Edited November 9, 2015 by cb at sea

[cincicruisers]

I would not risk putting anything of value~ medications, IPad, IPod, jewelry, camera, ect. Also carry change of cloths and bathing suit as your bags could take time to be delivered.