Kosher Cruiser

Although I have never been on a cruise ship during Passover, many cruise lines do make accommodations. I have spoken to several cruise lines to learn about their Passover accommodations. Although none of these cruise lines' Sedarim appears to work for an Orthodox Jew, I am providing a summary of my findings here. Several lines do offer kosher for Passover food however. Offerings by cruise line Carnival will offer Kosher for Passover food provided by their kosher caterer, upon request, which must be received 60 days in advance. A Sedar is only offered on board if a rabbi contacts the cruise line to lead it on a volunteer basis.  (read more at: Keeping kosher on Carnival ) Celebrity stated there is a Sedar on board. The person I spoke with was unaware of who leads it or if they have only 1 or 2 Sedars. No information available on Passover food as well.  (read more at: Keeping kosher on Celebrity ) Costa makes no kosher food accommodations and makes no spe...

Cruise Line: Holland America Cruise Line Kosher Caterer: In the process of moving from Webermans Traditional Foods of Miami, Florida certified by OK to Sterling Kosher certified by OK Meals offered: All meals come double wrapped. Once requested a kosher order form will be emailed to you in advance. The form will need to be filled out and returned to guest services 90 days prior to sailing. Breakfast is not provided under this program however they ensure there is kosher cereal and bread on each ship. Holland American will limit you to 2 packaged meals per day. Additional meals can be ordered for $5 per meal and $2 for additional soup/dessert. Notice needed for Kosher meals: All completed forms need to be returned 90 days prior to the cruise. This can be done via phone or by emailing hal_ship_services@hollandamerica.com How are the warmed: No information available Special food for Shabbat: Wine may be ordered through the order form. They had no in...