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Esther Marshall & Lottie Gibbons

Cruise line rules state which clothes will 'not be allowed onboard'

A cruise line has shared its dress code for guests which includes no tracksuits or trainers.

In recent years, cruising has become a popular option for travellers looking to take things a little slower. However, each cruise line has its on dress code.

Some ships require passengers to wear formal attire while others are very relaxed. P&O Cruises has shared a guide to its dress code, which includes some strict rules.

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According to the Express, the majority of nights will require passengers to follow an evening casual dress code which is very flexible. P&O said: “Be as creative as you like! After a busy day exploring ashore (or lazing by the pool), there’s so much to look forward to on board.

“For evening casual nights, dress as you would for dinner in a nice restaurant. But no tracksuits (unless you’re in the gym).”

P&O Cruises advises passengers to wear smart-casual trousers and tops, shirts and skirts or darker denim. On the line’s Caribbean cruises, passengers can wear tailored shorts in the buffet area and at open deck bars.

The line also has formal nights which give passengers the chance to get a little dressed up on their holiday. P&O Cruises said: “Elegance is the order of the evening…a chance to wow everyone with a favourite cocktail dress, tuxedo, ball gown, DJ, or a suit, jacket and tie.

“You may also wear formal national dress or military uniform. Again, whatever style preferences, simply join in the mood and chic of the evening.”

While the dress code is quite flexible, passengers are asked to avoid tracksuits, football shirts and trainers. P&O Cruises is also known for its fun themed nights, whether that’s 80s pop, 70s disco or a seasonal event.

The line warned: “The last thing we want to do is dampen your fun, but we do have a few exemptions. We celebrate freedom of expression, but will not allow any clothing that features inappropriate or offensive language.

“Novelty clothing with printed images or slogans will not be allowed on board. We also reserve the right to deny embarkation to guests who are inappropriately dressed.”

However, that policy doesn’t apply to any children under the age of 17 on themed nights. Children are allowed to dress casually at all times but shouldn’t wear denim on a black tie night.

Passengers must also be careful not to wear camouflage clothing at some ports, including Barbados and St Kitts. And guests should also only wear swimwear around the pool and should cover up in other areas of the ship.

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