Packing medication for a cruise isn’t as simple as tossing a bottle in your suitcase—especially if you’re flying to your port. Royal Caribbean and the TSA both have their own recommendations, and there are a few smart steps you can take to make sure your medication arrives safely with you.

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Royal Caribbean’s Guidelines for Medication

Royal Caribbean strongly recommends:

• Bring all medications in your carry-on bag — never check them. Checked luggage can be delayed or misplaced, and you don’t want to be without essential meds.
• Keep prescriptions in their original labeled containers when possible.
• Pack at least three extra days of medication in case of travel delays.
• If you use injectable medications or need to travel with medical devices, notify the cruise line in advance to arrange for safe storage and disposal.

These steps help avoid any confusion at embarkation and ensure you have everything you need onboard.

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TSA’s Rules for Flying With Medication

If you’re flying to your cruise port, TSA rules are generally flexible:

• Medications (including pills) do not need to be in original bottles for U.S. domestic flights.
• Solid medications can be packed in any container, including a pill organizer.
• Always keep medication in your carry-on.
• Liquid medications are allowed in “reasonable quantities” above the standard 3.4 oz liquid limit, but you must declare them at security.

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International Travel Considerations

When traveling internationally, it’s smart to be more cautious:

• Some countries have strict rules for prescription or controlled substances.
• Keep a printed or digital copy of your prescription labels — I save photos of mine in my phone.
• For certain medications, you may need a doctor’s note or additional documentation.

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Why I Still Pack a Pill Organizer

Even though Royal Caribbean prefers original containers, I use a secure, travel-friendly pill organizer to save space and stay organized. Mine has tight-fitting lids so it won’t pop open in my carry-on.

Pro tip: I’ve linked the exact pill organizer I use on my Amazon Cruise Essentials page [on my website]. It’s perfect for keeping your daily doses sorted while still traveling light.

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Packing Checklist for Medication on a Cruise

• Carry-on bag for all medications
• Original containers for prescriptions (especially controlled substances)
• Photos of prescription labels saved on your phone
• At least 3 extra days’ supply
• Any necessary doctor’s notes for international travel
• Travel pill organizer (optional, but convenient)
• Cooler or special storage arrangements if required (contact the cruise line in advance)

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Bottom Line

Transporting medication on a Royal Caribbean cruise is simple if you plan ahead.

• Keep everything in your carry-on.
• Use original bottles when possible.
• Bring backup documentation for prescriptions.

And if you want the convenience of a pill organizer, it’s fine for most medications—just keep your proof of prescription handy in case you ever need it.