How does the onboard account system work?

• A. Guests link a payment method to a shipboard account; purchases, gratuities, and fees are posted to the account and settled at the end.
• B. Guests must carry cash for all purchases and gratuities.
• C. There is no account; all charges are billed at the port.
• D. Each cabin has separate accounts not linked to guests.

Answer: (A)

Onboard charges are handled through a single shipboard account that stays with you for the voyage. You link a payment method to your shipboard account, and every purchase you make—dining, beverages, gratuities, spa services, shopping, excursions, and any fees—posts to that account. This creates a convenient, cashless experience since you don’t need to carry cash for these items. The balance is settled at the end of the cruise using the payment method on file (or another arrangement you’ve set up), and you’ll receive a receipt detailing all charges. You can review the running total through your stateroom TV or the ship’s app, and adjust or dispute charges if needed.