What You Need to Know about BYOB on a Halong Cruise
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Tips for bringing your own foods and drinks on a Halong bay cruise.
This is the topic on everyone’s lips: can you bring your own drinks and alcohol on a Halong Bay cruise?
As of 2025, most cruise operators typically do NOT allow passengers to bring their own alcoholic beverages onboard, though policies may vary by operator.
Some may request prior notification for bringing personal drinks and may charge a corkage fee ranging from $10 - $25 USD per bottle.
A good rule of thumb is to only consume personal drinks in your cabin, keeping them out of public areas.
If you want to bring your own food and soft drinks, notifying the cruise line is advisable, as some prohibit this while others may accommodate your requests.
