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Old 01-09-2017, 10:27 AM
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There are all-inclusive cruise lines where most everything is included in the price, such as Azamara, Crystal, Regent, Seabourn, Silversea, etc. They will welcome your "plenty of money" and you will have a great cruising experience.

Top 5 Luxury All-Inclusive Cruises - cruisecritic.com
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These lines are excellent, but....they tend to have clientele that, we feel, sometimes, snooty....suits are required for dinner...ect.

I like to relax when we cruise...I lean toward the spa cabins with the thermal suites.

If I have to carry a gown and heels and get my hair done for dinner....the relaxation is lost.
The cruise evenings of big hair and tuxedos are on the wane.

From VacationsToGo.com - Azamara Club Cruises Dining Information
"Dress Code: The dress code is casual. Recommended attire for men is sportswear, collared golf and polo shirts, shorts, pants, and a sport coat if desired, while recommended attire for women is sportswear, casual dresses, skirts, pants and capris, blouses and knit tops. Bare feet, tank tops, baseball caps, bathing suits, shorts or jeans are not allowed in the dining room or specialty restaurants. Formal evening wear is not expected nor required."

From VacationsToGo.com - Regent Dining Information
"Dress Code: Dress is informal. Men are expected to wear a jacket, with or without a tie, whereas women should don a dress, skirt and sweater, or pantsuit. No jeans, shorts, t-shirts, tennis shoes or swimwear are allowed at dinner. Casual wear (including shorts and jeans) is not appropriate after 6 p.m."

From VacationsToGo.com - SeaDream Yacht Club Dining Information
"Dress Code: The dress code is always casual. Appropriate attire for men is slacks and a sports shirt, while women are advised to wear slacks and blouse, a sundress or a pantsuit. Please bear in mind that jeans are not acceptable attire."

From VacationsToGo.com - Viking Cruises Dining Information
"Dress Code: For evenings, while there are no “formal nights,” the recommended onboard dress is "elegant casual" for most restaurants. Suggested attire for ladies includes a dress, skirt or slacks with a sweater or blouse; for gentlemen, slacks and a collared shirt. A tie and jacket are optional but not required. Dinner in The World Café remains comfortable and casual, and daytime dress is appropriate here."