Cell Phones And Cruise Ships

The short answer is yes but it is VERY expensive.

Cell phones and cruise ships. Guests are free to utilize their cellular data or connect to our onboard Wi-Fi on any ship. While its impossible to avoid these. Yes you can use the ships phone to call home.

If a signal is available its usually coming through the cruise lines cell provider ie. When your cruise begins your ship will travel far enough away from land to prevent your phone from being able to access your carriers network. International roaming charges will be conveniently billed to you by your home mobile carrier.

Can I use the Wi-Fi on my cell phone. When your cruise begins your ship will travel far enough away from land to prevent your phone from being able to access your carriers network. In lieu of that network Royal Caribbean operates its own WMS mobile cell network known as Cellular at Sea which works with any phone that allows roaming.

Most cruise ships offer Wi-Fi for an additional fee or as part of a promotion. Packages are available on a per-line basis. Prior to your sailing it is recommended to contact your cellular provide for more information on these rates and special packages available.

Cellular At Sea is the network that provides cellular connectivity on cruise ships. ATT offers three different options for cellular coverage on cruise ships. If you plan to use your cell phone on a cruise ship its important to know that once you sail away from the embarkation port your cell phone will go into roaming mode which translates into higher rates and extra fees.

When out of range of land-based cell towers you can still use your phone if needed but it will be through service provided on the cruise ship. Most cellular carriers offer cruise. This leaves the cellular radios off and the WiFi radio on.