P&O Cruises passengers warned to leave three items at home

Cruises is the biggest line in the UK and created the UK's biggest cruise ship, the P&O Arvia, with a staggering 19 decks, 30 bars and restaurants, and even an obstacle course onboard. Out of the many thousands of passengers who travel on board the ships, many may be unaware of all the items that are not permitted on board. The British cruise line based in Southampton says that any prohibited items brought onboard can be confiscated without any return guaranteed.

Security screening of both passengers and luggage is conducted at each port, and any prohibited items will be confiscated, the cruise line . While the key prohibited items are weapons and dangerous objects, illegal drugs and controlled substances, there are also restrictions regarding the alcohol you intend to bring out at sea.

Guests over the age of 18 are allowed to bring up to one litre of wine or champagne on board, but alcohol like spirits is strictly prohibited.

Wine and champagne brought by passengers may be subject to a £20 corkage fee if it is consumed in the dining rooms, bars, or lounges.

What many passengers probably aren't aware of is that any alcohol purchased mid-cruise in ports must be declared and stored by the cruise line free of charge until the end of the journey, as you are not allowed to drink it on the ship.

Other restrictions apply to aerosols, flammable liquids, batteries, and electrical equipment with heating elements.

Only personal deodorants are allowed; no other aerosol cans. Lighter fluid is banned, though small personal lighters for smokers are allowed.

Most large batteries are prohibited, but small batteries for cameras or medical equipment can be brought on board.

Devices such as hair dryers and straighteners are permitted, but other heating appliances are not.

The safety and security webpage reads: "The safety and security of our ships is paramount and, as such, you are prohibited from carrying certain items onto our vessels.

"Security screening of you and your baggage will be conducted each time you board the ship, and if you are found in possession of any of the items listed below, they may be permanently confiscated.

"This list is not exhaustive, and any other items may be refused at the discretion of either the Port or Ship security staff."