Good news - cruising is way more relaxed than you might think!
🌅During the day, it's all about comfort: shorts, t-shirts, sundresses, and your favourite poolside gear are perfect. Just remember to pop something over your swimwear when heading to indoor restaurants.
🌆Evenings step it up a notch with smart-casual vibes - think nice jeans or trousers with a shirt or blouse. Some sailings have formal nights where you can dress to impress if you fancy it (though it's usually optional, not compulsory). A few cruises also throw in fun themed nights like "white parties," so it's worth checking what's happening on your sailing.
🎯The bottom line? Pack what makes you comfortable, throw in one smarter outfit for evenings, and you'll be sorted.
🚢Our cruise lines each have their own style:
- MSC Cruises - Relaxed and casual during the day, a bit more polished for evening dining
- Royal Caribbean - Casual days, smart-casual evenings, with optional formal nights on longer sailings
- Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) - True "freestyle" cruising with no formal dress code required
💡For the full details on what to pack for your specific cruise line, check out their website - they'll have all the specifics for your sailing, including any themed nights or special events.