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Carnival Cruise Line is restricting bikini wear in the popular South Pacific, reminding passengers that local dress code expectations may be stricter than what is usually allowed on board.
Guests aboard the Carnival Splendor received a notice before the ship docked in Lifou, an island in New Caledonia, advising travelers to follow local customs and dress modestly while ashore, according to the Cruise Hive blog.
The reminder was issued ahead of the ship’s June 2 visit to the island as part of an eight-night voyage from Sydney.
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Passengers are advised to avoid wearing G-strings, thongs, monokinis and mankinis while visiting the island. Topless sunbathing is also not allowed, the publication noted.
Fox News Digital has reached out to Carnival Cruise Line for comment.
“We kindly ask guests to respect local customs and laws in the ports we visit,” Carnival said in its dress code. (Stock)
The dress code does not only apply to beaches, but also to public places such as markets, churches and public gatherings.
The swimwear discount reflects the direction Carnival has already shared with guests on its website.
“We kindly ask guests to respect local customs and laws in the ports we visit,” Carnival said in its dress code.
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The cruise line points to Lifou as a place where local customs call for conservative attire.
“Some places, like Lifou, which is the island of kings, are inhabited by proud natives whose traditions are based on respect, and in many cases they are very religious,” said Carnival.
The cruise line notes that Lifou is a place where local culture favors modest dress. (Stock)
“Communities in these areas also ask visitors to wear traditional one-piece or full swimsuits and avoid wearing bikinis or monokini type swimsuits. [while] in the sea,” the website said.
Carnival is reported to have warned that failure to respect local customs could hamper future visits to the island.
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Guests were reminded that non-compliance could jeopardize the cruise line’s ability to continue including Lifou on future voyages, Cruise Hive said.
The dress code reminder comes as cruise lines continue to emphasize destination-specific rules that may differ from boarding policies.
Carnival’s swimwear policies have long been a topic of discussion among passengers online. (Getty Images)
Although Carnival generally allows casual dress during the day, guests are expected to ensure their clothing is respectful of their fellow guests and appropriate for the venue, according to its website.
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Carnival’s swimwear policies have long been a topic of discussion among passengers online.
“Wear what you want,” wrote one Reddit user.
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One traveler argued that revealing swimwear is already commonplace on many ships, saying, “There [are] people wearing that kind of swimwear on deck 24/7.”
Guests are expected to ensure their attire is respectful of their fellow guests and appropriate for the venue, according to the Carnival website. (Stock)
Others felt that visitors should be more careful in family areas.
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“Probably worn on adult-only trips and adult-only hot tubs,” suggested one commenter.
“Carnival is for families, and there are a lot of kids on this cruise.”
