Where Can I Smoke on Carnival?
Introduction
If you want to stir things up faster than a hand mixer powered by a 6.3-liter V12 Ferrari engine, just mention smoking on a Carnival related message board or Facebook group. But I’m not here to take a position on such things (cough, cough…KIDDING!), just to present you with the facts so you know where to smoke or avoid smoke on your next Carnival cruise.
What is Carnival’s Smoking Policy?
Carnival’s official smoking policy reads as follows:
Carnival Cruise Line is dedicated to the safety of all guests and crew. We want all our guests to have a safe, fun and memorable vacation.
Smoking is a fire and safety hazard on a ship. Consequently, it is strictly limited to specific exterior deck areas. All guests are expected to adhere to the following safety guidelines:
- All staterooms and suite accommodations, including outside balconies, are NON-SMOKING. This policy applies to all forms of smoking, including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaporizers, electronic cigarettes and marijuana.
- Carnival recognizes that some state and local governments in the U.S., and in the destinations we visit, might allow marijuana use. However, Carnival Cruise Line follows U.S. federal law, which strictly prohibits possession and use of recreational/medicinal marijuana and other illegal controlled substances.
- Any violation of this policy will result in a $500 charge, per violation, posted on the guest’s Sail & Sign account and may also result in the disembarkation of all guests in the stateroom.
- Guests who are disembarked for violating our policy will be responsible for all financial charges and expenses to return home, and no refund of their unused cruise fare will be provided. Additionally, they may be prohibited from sailing with Carnival Cruise Line in the future.
What are Carnival’s Rules for Smoking in the Casino?
Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
What’s the Minimum Age to Purchase Tobacco Products Onboard?
The minimum age to purchase any tobacco product onboard U.S.-based ships is 21 as per federal law.
What Happens if Someone is Caught Smoking in their Cabin or on their Balcony?
Following an investigation by ship security, they will be charged $500 per occurrence. In addition, those found to be in violation of the smoking policy as well as all other guests in their stateroom, may be asked to leave the ship at the next port and may not be allowed to sail on Carnival again. If removed from the ship, they will be responsible for all expenses to return home, and will receive no refund of any portion of their cruise fare.
What can I do if I Smell Smoke from my Neighbors?
If you suspect that your cabin neighbors are smoking in their stateroom or on their balcony, immediately contact Guest Services who will contact ship security to investigate. It’s safest not to attempt to directly address the situation yourself.
Is Marijuana Allowed Onboard Carnival Ships?
While legal in many states, all marijuana products are prohibited on Carnival ships.
What about Prescribed Medical Marijuana or CBD Products? Are they Permitted on Carnival Cruises?
No. Marijuana and all CBD products are prohibited, even with a prescription or letter from your doctor. This is because those items are not legal in many ports Carnival visits.
Are there Different Rules for E-Cigarettes and Vapes on Carnival Cruises?
No. The Carnival smoking policies apply to all cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and vapes.
Are there Different Rules for Cigars and Pipes on Carnival Cruises?
Yes. Cigars and (tobacco) pipes are only allowed in certain designated outdoor spaces (see the specific areas by ship below).
Carnival Smoking Areas by Ship
Here are the designated smoking areas by each Carnival ship. Note that smoking is not allowed anywhere outdoors while the ship is refueling.
INDEX (skip to):
Breeze
Celebration
Conquest
Dream
Elation
Firenze
Freedom
Glory
Horizon
Jubilee
Legend
Liberty
Luminosa
Magic
Mardi Gras
Miracle
Panorama
Paradise
Pride
Radiance
Spirit
Splendor
Sunrise
Sunshine
Valor
Venezia
Vista
Breeze Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Winners Luck Casino (Deck 5): Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 5 (port side, aft, outside the Nightclub) and Deck 11 (starboard side, aft).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Celebration Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Empress Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in a designated outdoor area at Bar 820 on Deck 8 (starboard side, mid).
- Outdoors: Smoking is permitted in a designated area on Deck 17 (starboard side, aft).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the outdoor smoking area on Deck 17 (starboard side, aft).
Conquest Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Tahiti Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (starboard side) and Deck 10 (starboard side, mid and aft).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Dream Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Jackpot Casino (Deck 5): Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 5 (port side, aft) and Deck 11 (starboard side, aft).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Elation Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Casablanca Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in a designated area on Deck 11 (starboard side, fwd).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking area.
Carnival Firenze Smoking Areas
Information not yet available.
Freedom Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Babylon Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (starboard side, fwd) and Deck 10 (starboard side, midship).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the outdoor smoking area on Deck 10 (starboard side, mid).
Glory Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Camel Club Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (starboard side) and Deck 10 (starboard side).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Horizon Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Horizon Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 5 (port side and starboard side, forward) and Deck 11 (starboard side, fwd and aft).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at outdoor smoking areas on Deck 5 (starboard side, fwd) and Deck 11 (starboard side aft).
Jubilee Smoking Areas
Information not yet available.
Legend Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Club Merlin Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (starboard side, fwd), Deck 9 (starboard side, forward) and Deck 10 (starboard side, fwd).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Liberty Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Czar’s Palace Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (starboard side) and Deck 10 (starboard side).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Luminosa Smoking Areas (Cruises from the US)
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Luminosa Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 10 (aft, port side)
- Note: Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Luminosa Smoking Areas (Australia Cruises)
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Indoors: Smoking is not allowed anywhere indoors, including the casino.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 10 (aft, port side).
Magic Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Hat Trick Casino (on Deck 5): Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 5 (port side, aft) and Deck 11 (starboard side, fwd and aft).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the outdoor smoking areas on Deck 5 (port side, aft) and Deck 11 (starboard side, aft).
Mardi Gras Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Mardi Gras Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in a designated outdoor area at Bar Della Rosa on Deck 8 (starboard side, midship) and in a designated area on Deck 17 (starboard side, aft).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the outdoor smoking area on Deck 17 (starboard side, aft).
Miracle Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Mr. Lucky’s Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (starboard side), Deck 9 (starboard side) and Deck 10 (starboard side, fwd).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Panorama Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Panorama Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 5 (port side and starboard side, fwd) and Deck 11 (starboard side, aft and fwd).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Paradise Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Majestic Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in a designated area on Deck 11 (starboard side, fwd).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking area.
Pride Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- The Winner’s Club Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (starboard side), Deck 9 (starboard side) and Deck 10 (starboard side, fwd).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Radiance Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Radiance Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (starboard side, fwd) and Deck 10 (starboard side, aft).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the outdoor smoking area on Deck 10 (starboard side, aft).
Spirit Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Louis XIV Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (starboard side, fwd), Deck 9 (starboard side, forward) and Deck 10 (starboard side, fwd).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Splendor Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Indoors: Smoking is not allowed anywhere indoors, including the casino.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (starboard side, mid) and Deck 10 (starboard side, mid and aft).
Sunrise Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Sunrise Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (starboard side, fwd) and Deck 10 (starboard side, aft).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only permitted at the outdoor smoking area on Deck 10 (starboard side, aft).
Sunshine Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Sunshine Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (port side, fwd) and Deck 10 (starboard side, mid).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Valor Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Shogun Club Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 3 (starboard side) and Deck 10 (starboard side).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the above outdoor smoking areas.
Venezia Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Venezia Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 5 (starboard side, fwd) and Deck 11 (starboard side, aft).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the outdoor smoking areas on Deck 5 (starboard side, fwd) and Deck 11 (starboard side, aft).
Vista Smoking Areas
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) are allowed in these areas:
- Vista Casino: Smoking is only allowed in the casino for those seated and playing. Smoking is not allowed at the casino bar or anywhere in the casino when it’s closed.
- Outdoors: Smoking is allowed in designated areas on Deck 5 (port side and starboard side, fwd) and Deck 11 (starboard side, fwd and aft).
- Cigar and tobacco pipes are only allowed at the outdoor smoking areas on Deck 5 (starboard side, fwd) and Deck 11 (starboard side, aft).
And with that…
Class Dismissed!
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