How many formal nights will there be on my cruise?

How many formal nights will there be on my cruise?

The glitz and glamour of our formal nights is a highlight for many guests.
  1. The number of formal nights on your cruise will vary be the number of nights you're on board
  2. Below is a handy table with a guide to your formal nights
  3. Details of your formal nights will be provided on your cruise ticket, sent around three weeks before you embark
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Number of nights on board
Formal nights
3 nights or less
None 
3-4 nights
No formal night however, there is a Captain's Welcome Party
5-6 nights
x1 formal night plus a Captain's Welcome Party
7-12 nights
x2 formal nights plus a Captain's Welcome Party
13 - 20 nights
x3 formal nights plus a Captain's Welcome Party 
22 nights and more
x1 formal night per week plus a Captain's Welcome Party

Alert
There may be a themed night during your cruise — a great chance to dress up and join in the fun! Check your Journey Guide for further details.

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