Here is a summary of all the main cruise lines’ currencies you can pay with onboard. Most cruise lines use cashless systems so it’s best to check which card and account you plan to use for paying.
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Cruise Line |
Currency |
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Azamara Cruises |
US Dollar |
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Carnival |
US Dollar |
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Costa |
Euro (€) and US Dollar |
The euro is the legal currency aboard, except for Caribbean cruises departing from Miami, South American cruises, Spring transatlantic cruises departing from South America, and Far Eastern cruises in which case it is the US Dollar. |
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Cunard |
US Dollar |
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Disney Cruise Line |
US Dollar |
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Fred Olsen |
Pound Sterling |
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Holland and America Line |
US Dollar |
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MSC Cruises |
Pound Sterling, Euro (€) and US Dollar |
From 4th November 2022, Virtuosa's onboard currency will change to Euros. |
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Norwegian Cruise Line |
US Dollar |
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P&O Cruises |
Pounds Sterling |
Paying in pounds sterling is a great idea whilst you are on holiday! No concerns over ever-changing exchange rates. This means all purchases on board will remain at the same price. Shore excursions are also priced in pounds sterling, making budgeting for your holiday trips a lot easier.
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Princess Cruises |
US Dollar and Aus Dollar |
Onboard currency is in US dollars. However, on select Australian-based itineraries, the onboard currency is in Australian dollars.
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Royal Caribbean |
US Dollar |
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Marella |
Pounds Sterling |
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