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Smoking on a cruise

Smoking policies on cruise ships are important to smokers and non-smokers alike.

Most mainstream cruise lines allow smoking in designated areas only, and prohibit it in enclosed public spaces such as theatres. Dining rooms are almost always smoke-free-bars and lounges onboard have varying policies.

As with land-based hotels, many ships offer a choice of "smoking" or "non-smoking" accommodations. Lines that permit smoking in at least some of their staterooms include Celebrity, Cunard, Holland America, Norwegian and Princess. Smoking is usually allowed on a stateroom's private balcony—however, some lines prohibit this, among them Disney and Royal Caribbean.

If smoke-free or smoke-friendly areas are a priority, check with a travel agent for updates on your chosen cruise before booking.