spotgrey Posted May 6, 2009 #1 Share Posted May 6, 2009 I bought the flasks and expected to use them to bring wine from Puerto Vallarta but it didn't work out. We had purchased two bottles of wine in Mazatalan and had it confiscated by RCCL personnel when returning to the ship. So I tried the flasks in Puerto Vallarta but "guess what" upon returning to the ship (before I got to the ship this was at the gate to pier) all packages were checked and my flasks of wine was confiscated. The X-Ray machine may not pick it up but the human eye and hand will. Needless to say I kissed that flask of wine good-by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momofmeg Posted May 6, 2009 #2 Share Posted May 6, 2009 I bought the flasks and expected to use them to bring wine from Puerto Vallarta but it didn't work out. We had purchased two bottles of wine in Mazatalan and had it confiscated by RCCL personnel when returning to the ship. So I tried the flasks in Puerto Vallarta but "guess what" upon returning to the ship (before I got to the ship this was at the gate to pier) all packages were checked and my flasks of wine was confiscated. The X-Ray machine may not pick it up but the human eye and hand will. Needless to say I kissed that flask of wine good-by. I knew it was a matter of time considering all the posts on this subject that I have seen in the past year. Everyone had seemed to forget by posting on a public message board that the "secret" would be out. The cruiselines reads these boards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tatianablue Posted May 6, 2009 #3 Share Posted May 6, 2009 On our cruise to Alaska last summer, we had 7 people in our group. All of us had the rumrunner flasks in our checked in baggage. None of them were confiscated. We took gin,baileys,and crown. I would definetly use these again. We went through two airports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bettyboop66 Posted May 6, 2009 #4 Share Posted May 6, 2009 I haven't used mine yet, but I plan to give them a try next week. We are sailing on RCCL and we are used to other lines that let you purchase bottles for your cabin. I have heard that it is best to put them in your checked luggage. I'm not sure.....I'll post when I get back and let everyone know if I made it or was sent to the naughty room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belfast Castle Posted May 6, 2009 #5 Share Posted May 6, 2009 We used them last November on Rhasody - we acked them inside shoes - toiletery bags etc none were discovered - give it a go!! ENJOY I haven't used mine yet, but I plan to give them a try next week. We are sailing on RCCL and we are used to other lines that let you purchase bottles for your cabin. I have heard that it is best to put them in your checked luggage. I'm not sure.....I'll post when I get back and let everyone know if I made it or was sent to the naughty room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo70 Posted May 6, 2009 #6 Share Posted May 6, 2009 I bought the flasks and expected to use them to bring wine from Puerto Vallarta but it didn't work out. We had purchased two bottles of wine in Mazatalan and had it confiscated by RCCL personnel when returning to the ship. So I tried the flasks in Puerto Vallarta but "guess what" upon returning to the ship (before I got to the ship this was at the gate to pier) all packages were checked and my flasks of wine was confiscated. The X-Ray machine may not pick it up but the human eye and hand will. Needless to say I kissed that flask of wine good-by. Where did you hear X-Ray machines won't pick them up? They most certainly do pick them up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet Foster Posted May 6, 2009 #7 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Traveled with a group of 10 each couple had the SPRING BREAK CRUISE KIT. Everyone distributed them throughout their suitcases. I had one of mine in that zipped lining of my suitcase. One in a pair of my husbands shoes, one inside a pant leg... be creative. We all got on with them all. One of my friends suitcases was opened and searched but Rum Runner not found.. love it.. had a great time... Enjoy yourselves.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trixietx Posted May 6, 2009 #8 Share Posted May 6, 2009 We took them in March on our Cape Horn cruise and doing again on May 9th to the Caribbean. We didn't have any problems in March and will let you know if we do on Saturday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putterdude Posted May 7, 2009 #9 Share Posted May 7, 2009 We have had great success using them in checked luggage.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikelmay Posted May 7, 2009 #10 Share Posted May 7, 2009 To me it sounds like the OP had the rumrunners in carryon baggage - if so, I'm not at all surprised they were picked up. There have been reports of RRs being spotted even in checked baggage which is also not surprising as the opaque shape is visible - it's been more a case of the lack of metal as being the issue. The RR is still the best way to attempt to bring on booze in your checked baggage, but it is far from being foolproof or perfect. Anyone who smuggles needs to be prepared to lose both the container and the booze. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatay Posted May 7, 2009 #11 Share Posted May 7, 2009 To me it sounds like the OP had the rumrunners in carryon baggage - if so, I'm not at all surprised they were picked up. There have been reports of RRs being spotted even in checked baggage which is also not surprising as the opaque shape is visible - it's been more a case of the lack of metal as being the issue. The RR is still the best way to attempt to bring on booze in your checked baggage, but it is far from being foolproof or perfect. Anyone who smuggles needs to be prepared to lose both the container and the booze. I think OP actually tried to use them on port stops. RR's are recommended on checked luggage during embarkation. However on my last eastern swing, I was able to bring in a 6-pack of Heineken during our Nassau stop and another 6-pack from St. Thomas. My Nephew (walking in behind me) was allowed a bottle of wine from St. Thomas. We were not trying to hide them, just carried them in grocery bags. Our last port was St. Maarten and I was allowed to bring in 2 one-liter bottles of Grey Goose. Although that's just 2 days before we disembark and it was packed in bubble wrap. I guess they realized that I will not be consuming the Grey Goose aboard the ship but taking them home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fann1sh Posted May 8, 2009 #12 Share Posted May 8, 2009 Tatay - I have to ask....co-ordinates are...Etobicoke? (typing from 42 degrees 24' N, 82 degrees 12' W) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjbear Posted May 8, 2009 #13 Share Posted May 8, 2009 Have to agree with Putterdude, I've used them a lot in my checked luggage with never a problem. I don't think I would try them in carry-on. :D Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peabody99 Posted May 8, 2009 #14 Share Posted May 8, 2009 everybody please stop talking. read the posts that exist and draw the conclusion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bettyboop66 Posted May 25, 2009 #15 Share Posted May 25, 2009 Just got back from my cruise with RCCL, we used the rumrunners in our checked bags and had no problem at all. We put them in the suitcase right by all of our toiletries and everything made it to our cabin no problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'm on holiday Posted May 25, 2009 #16 Share Posted May 25, 2009 Just got back from my cruise with RCCL, we used the rumrunners in our checked bags and had no problem at all. We put them in the suitcase right by all of our toiletries and everything made it to our cabin no problem. Thanks for the update! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loman Posted May 26, 2009 #17 Share Posted May 26, 2009 Tatay - I have to ask....co-ordinates are...Etobicoke? (typing from 42 degrees 24' N, 82 degrees 12' W) Hey , i live in Etobicoke, that`s what they used to call it before it became amalgamated with Toronto. It`s nowhere near the border though. It`s a few hours away by car. It`s very lovely though, if it`s central Etobicoke where i am. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g4thomps Posted February 6, 2011 #18 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I just bought a kit of rum runners for our RCCL cruise at the end of this month. Can't wait to see if they work out, drinks can get super pricey! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvtravlin2 Posted February 6, 2011 #19 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Used them also in Cape Horn with no problem. Put them in checked baggage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chivalrygirl Posted March 27, 2011 #20 Share Posted March 27, 2011 So is there anybody out there that has been caught with RR in their luggage? Most of these posts on here are getting a tad old! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putterdude Posted March 27, 2011 #21 Share Posted March 27, 2011 Not I or is that us...long live Rum Runners.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philipaross Posted May 1, 2011 #22 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Just returned April 23, 2011 from Carnival cruise. We used the rummer runners, placed them in 4 different bags and all made it to the room. No hassle! We purchased the kit online which contained 3 large one and 3 small ones. Filled them all and put them into Ziploc bags. We also brought the wine bag from inside a box of wine, put it into a back pack and carried it right on the ship. Easy!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet Foster Posted May 1, 2011 #23 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Just returned April 23, 2011 from Carnival cruise. We used the rummer runners, placed them in 4 different bags and all made it to the room. No hassle! We purchased the kit online which contained 3 large one and 3 small ones. Filled them all and put them into Ziploc bags. We also brought the wine bag from inside a box of wine, put it into a back pack and carried it right on the ship. Easy!:) Thanks for sharing... we use them all the time too. They are great!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Putterdude Posted May 2, 2011 #24 Share Posted May 2, 2011 We did some 7 cruises on Princess from Jan 10 thru Jan 11 and have not had a problem using Rum Runners in check luggage. It's got to the point that we don't even give it a second thought with Princess. However, I have just done a lot of research on peoples success using them on Celebrity and there is the occasional report of them being pick up but far more reports of them being successfully used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zubsin Posted May 3, 2011 #25 Share Posted May 3, 2011 Just returned April 23, 2011 from Carnival cruise. We used the rummer runners, placed them in 4 different bags and all made it to the room. No hassle! We purchased the kit online which contained 3 large one and 3 small ones. Filled them all and put them into Ziploc bags. We also brought the wine bag from inside a box of wine, put it into a back pack and carried it right on the ship. Easy!:) That's good news. Which ship and which embarkation port please? Donna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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