Cruise Attire

At dinner, dress codes will vary daily, among the following:

Theme Night: Poodle skirts, Muumuus, Tropical Shirts, Leis, etc. (Optional)

Casual Evenings: Collared shirt & slacks for gentlemen.  Dress or pantsuit for ladies.

Smart Casual Evenings: Jacket, no tie for gentlemen.  Dress or pantsuit for ladies.

Informal Evenings:  Jacket and tie for gentlemen.  Dress or pantsuit for ladies.

Formal: Tuxedo or dark suit  for gentlemen; gown or cocktail dress for ladies.

Most 3, 4 and 5 day cruises have one formal night; most 7 day cruises have 2 formal nights; most 10 day cruises have 3 formal nights, and so on.  In general, the longer and more expensive (per day) the cruise,  the more formal the formal night will be.   A dark suit and tie is acceptable attire on even the most exclusive ships. (In other words, don't buy a tuxedo for a single cruise).

Tropical climates: With "winter" temperatures hovering around 75°, and summer around 90°, cool and carefree is the order of the day.  Lightweight shorts, slacks, sundresses, jeans and tops are all appropriate daytime attire.  In Bermuda, attire is a bit more formal.  Day wear may include lightweight slacks, walking shoes, short-sleeved blouses or shirts, and knit tops or polo shirts, and be sure to pack a cover-up with your swimwear.  Remember, air conditioning can feel chilly so be sure to take a sweater along.  Bring comfortable shoes, like sandals, sneakers or topsiders, as well as sunglasses, a sun hat or visor, swimwear and sunscreen.

Alaska: The weather is unpredictable in Alaska, so come prepared, especially if you're traveling early or late in the season.  Along with your standard summertime attire - shorts, jeans, sun dresses, T-shirts, etc.,  bring along a waterproof jacket and an umbrella for a rainy day.  A warm windbreaker or coat is nice to have up on deck where you'll probably be spending a lot of time.  Alaska is known to have days in the 70's.  But nights in the 50's or lower aren't uncommon.  Of course, that doesn't mean that it won't be sunny, so don't forget sunglasses and sunscreen, and, of course, comfortable walking and hiking shoes.  Along with sweaters and sweatshirts, don't forget your bathing suit.  You never know when you might get an urge to plunge into the pool or hot tub.  

South America: Shorts, slacks, jeans, walking shorts, short-sleeved tops, polo shirts and sundresses are all appropriate.  But you'll also have to bring warmer things.  You'll need a sweater or two or a windbreaker on Machu Picchu excursions.  You should take sweaters plus a warm parka on Chilean Fjords.  Essentials on all cruises include rain gear, bathing suit, sunglasses, sunscreen and, of course, comfortable walking and hiking shoes.  

Suitcases are usually collected the night before returning to home port, so you may wish to bring along an overnight bag.

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