Verify before you sail. Cruise, route and destination details can change. The official sources below were checked on August 25, 2026.
Do it before sailing away
Cellular-at-sea charges can be very different from domestic roaming.
Wi-Fi can be turned back on
Airplane mode and ship Wi-Fi can be used together on modern phones.
What to verify for your sailing
- Your exact cruise line and ship
- Departure country and embarkation port
- Your citizenship or travel-document status where relevant
- Any destination-specific restrictions
- The latest policy immediately before travel
Official sources
- FCC international roaming guide — roaming-cost precautions
- Royal Caribbean internet FAQ — shipboard Wi-Fi guidance
Editorial responsibility: M.K. Hsu for Horizon Travel Guide. Cruise-line, itinerary, port and security rules can change; official current policy controls.How CruiseGuide reviews information.