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PrincessShmoo · 01-01-2013, 08:13 PM

I will point out that the decision to enforce the no cooler policy was partly fueled by the fact that most soft-sided coolers do not hold water (from melting ice) well and many of the carpets/furniture in the rooms were being damaged by prolonged contact with water/dampness.

sambycat · 01-01-2013, 08:31 PM

also, OP, you probably know this, but if there is any kind of medical diagnosis associated with his dietary needs, be sure to note that if you wish on your reservation and perhaps more accommodations can be made for him. just a thought, i’m not an expert on that.

CollieMom · 01-01-2013, 09:44 PM

Wow - no soft sided coolers? I guess they don't have the soft sided cooler as a DCL gift option any more

PrincessShmoo · 01-01-2013, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by CollieMom

Wow - no soft sided coolers? I guess they don't have the soft sided cooler as a DCL gift option any more

I don't know about a gift option, but I've read they do sell coolers at CC.

penel3 · 01-02-2013, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Traveler4Life

We are cruising in March 2013. My son eats only very specific food (another story for another board

Can we bring his food on board? I'd like to bring several bottles of Boost nutrition drinks, box of cereal, and possibly granola bars.

Can I put the drinks in a carry on and the box of cereal
, granola bars, etc in my checked luggage?

Also, can a carry on cooler have ice or ice packs in it?

I have so many questions

Thank you!!!

If your pediatrician is aware of this, get him to write a note indicating medical need and you shouldn't have any issues. They will supply you with a real refrigerator as well, if medical need is indicated. A diagnosis does not have to be listed (HIPPA rules) just a medical need note from MD.

nkochrn · 01-02-2013, 12:05 PM

I have this Thirty-One bag that I had contemplated using as a carry on, mostly for Mountain Dew, not really planning to bring on any snacks at all. It is a thermal lined bag, I didn't plan to put any ice/icepacks in it. I think maybe to avoid possible problems I will just use a different bag. I've seen lots of people say different things though, do you think this bag would be confiscated?

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SoCaOC-Mom · 01-02-2013, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by nkochrn

I have this Thirty-One bag that I had contemplated using as a carry on, mostly for Mountain Dew, not really planning to bring on any snacks at all. It is a thermal lined bag, I didn't plan to put any ice/icepacks in it. I think maybe to avoid possible problems I will just use a different bag. I've seen lots of people say different things though, do you think this bag would be confiscated?

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From what I have read, the new restriction is on soft side rolling coolers so I don't beleive your bag would be an issue. (I really like that bag btw).

kamik86 · 01-02-2013, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by nkochrn

I have this Thirty-One bag that I had contemplated using as a carry on, mostly for Mountain Dew, not really planning to bring on any snacks at all. It is a thermal lined bag, I didn't plan to put any ice/icepacks in it. I think maybe to avoid possible problems I will just use a different bag. I've seen lots of people say different things though, do you think this bag would be confiscated?

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I doubt that would be taken... mostly because the CMs aren't going to look at it long enough to realize that isn't a purse.

fluffsmom · 01-02-2013, 01:52 PM

Went on the Fantasy on 9/22/12 and rolling soft coolers were not permitted. My cousin was furious. She used it on the drive to FL and had regular stuff in it. Had to give it up. Customs wasn't very nice about it either.

Blanche_Neige · 01-02-2013, 02:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nkochrn

I have this Thirty-One bag that I had contemplated using as a carry on, mostly for Mountain Dew, not really planning to bring on any snacks at all. It is a thermal lined bag, I didn't plan to put any ice/icepacks in it. I think maybe to avoid possible problems I will just use a different bag. I've seen lots of people say different things though, do you think this bag would be confiscated?

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love the bag, where did you get it?

Also I am sure that if you have medication that need to be refrigerated, you are allowed to bring ice pack & cooler (small soft sided) for the transportation.

In the past I have used instant ice pack (for injuries) as an ice pack for our snacks when we went to the parks, since our hotel room did not have a freezer to refreeze the ice pack. Maybe it could help

nkochrn · 01-02-2013, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Blanche_Neige

love the bag, where did you get it?

Also I am sure that if you have medication that need to be refrigerated, you are allowed to bring ice pack & cooler (small soft sided) for the transportation.

In the past I have used instant ice pack (for injuries) as an ice pack for our snacks when we went to the parks, since our hotel room did not have a freezer to refreeze the ice pack. Maybe it could help

This bag is from thirty-one, one of them home party things...

Realfoodie · 01-02-2013, 10:10 PM

I just bought one of these specifically to take on the cruise and plane! I figured it would serve many purposes. Hmmm...now I don't know what to do. How strict are they on this food thing? I will have a small jar (not factory sealed) of coconut oil and raw honey in with my toiletries (coconut oil is my moisturizer and raw honey is good for wounds or pimples!). I would have brought extra of both cuz I use it in place of butter on toast and things like that. I am a little nervous because we eat a little different than most so I was hoping to bring a few of my basic staples. And we eat almost no packaged foods, so that isn't a good option for us. I guess I could buy a small jar of factory sealed coconut oil instead of using some from my big container at home. Anyways, just curious how strict they are on what is in your checked luggage. Thanks everyone!

- Colleen

kristinfly2 · 01-02-2013, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Realfoodie

I just bought one of these specifically to take on the cruise and plane! I figured it would serve many purposes. Hmmm...now I don't know what to do. How strict are they on this food thing? I will have a small jar (not factory sealed) of coconut oil and raw honey in with my toiletries (coconut oil is my moisturizer and raw honey is good for wounds or pimples!). I would have brought extra of both cuz I use it in place of butter on toast and things like that. I am a little nervous because we eat a little different than most so I was hoping to bring a few of my basic staples. And we eat almost no packaged foods, so that isn't a good option for us. I guess I could buy a small jar of factory sealed coconut oil instead of using some from my big container at home. Anyways, just curious how strict they are on what is in your checked luggage. Thanks everyone!

- Colleen

I use similar stuff to the coconut oil in my daughters hair and had it packed with our toiletry bag in our luggage ( in my own smaller containers) and did not have a problem!

kcashner · 01-03-2013, 12:28 AM

The DCL personnel and security do not inspect your bags for food content....and something that looks like a purse will not be confiscated as a cooler. However, they have become VERY strict on coolers (not small insulated lunch bag type things, but coolers). No ice, no coolers. There have even been some confiscated when being used for medical items, although this was reported in the first week of the new policy. The individual was able to take his medication on board, but not in the cooler.

Yes, I know the written policy says OK for medical issues, and this hasn't been reported since that first week. But people should be prepared "just in case."

As above, the reason given for not allowing coolers is the damage to furniture and carpets when coolers have leaked on them.

01-01-2013, 08:13 PM	#16
PrincessShmoo DIS Veteran Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 9,361	I will point out that the decision to enforce the no cooler policy was partly fueled by the fact that most soft-sided coolers do not hold water (from melting ice) well and many of the carpets/furniture in the rooms were being damaged by prolonged contact with water/dampness. __________________ HAL Alaska 2009;2012 DCL Magic May 2008 Panama Canal WB, Sep 2010 Med/WB TransAtlantic, DCL Wonder Oct & Dec 2011 Mexico, Oct 2012 Hawaii DL too numerous to count WDW 1974, 1983, 1985, 1989, 1991, 1997, 2001, 2008 Tokyo DL 1984

01-01-2013, 08:31 PM	#17
sambycat DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,511	also, OP, you probably know this, but if there is any kind of medical diagnosis associated with his dietary needs, be sure to note that if you wish on your reservation and perhaps more accommodations can be made for him. just a thought, i’m not an expert on that. __________________ TDC

01-02-2013, 12:05 PM	#21
nkochrn Mouseketeer Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 174	I have this Thirty-One bag that I had contemplated using as a carry on, mostly for Mountain Dew, not really planning to bring on any snacks at all. It is a thermal lined bag, I didn't plan to put any ice/icepacks in it. I think maybe to avoid possible problems I will just use a different bag. I've seen lots of people say different things though, do you think this bag would be confiscated? [/IMG] __________________ My Pre-Trip Planning-Taking our Dream Vacation My Trip Review!

01-02-2013, 10:10 PM	#27
Realfoodie Earning My Ears Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 33	cooler and food I just bought one of these specifically to take on the cruise and plane! I figured it would serve many purposes. Hmmm...now I don't know what to do. How strict are they on this food thing? I will have a small jar (not factory sealed) of coconut oil and raw honey in with my toiletries (coconut oil is my moisturizer and raw honey is good for wounds or pimples!). I would have brought extra of both cuz I use it in place of butter on toast and things like that. I am a little nervous because we eat a little different than most so I was hoping to bring a few of my basic staples. And we eat almost no packaged foods, so that isn't a good option for us. I guess I could buy a small jar of factory sealed coconut oil instead of using some from my big container at home. Anyways, just curious how strict they are on what is in your checked luggage. Thanks everyone! - Colleen

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01-01-2013, 09:44 PM	#18
CollieMom Earning My Ears Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 12	Wow - no soft sided coolers? I guess they don't have the soft sided cooler as a DCL gift option any more

01-02-2013, 01:52 PM	#24
fluffsmom Earning My Ears Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 44	Went on the Fantasy on 9/22/12 and rolling soft coolers were not permitted. My cousin was furious. She used it on the drive to FL and had regular stuff in it. Had to give it up. Customs wasn't very nice about it either.

01-03-2013, 12:28 AM	#29
kcashner DIS Veteran Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 33,275	The DCL personnel and security do not inspect your bags for food content....and something that looks like a purse will not be confiscated as a cooler. However, they have become VERY strict on coolers (not small insulated lunch bag type things, but coolers). No ice, no coolers. There have even been some confiscated when being used for medical items, although this was reported in the first week of the new policy. The individual was able to take his medication on board, but not in the cooler. Yes, I know the written policy says OK for medical issues, and this hasn't been reported since that first week. But people should be prepared "just in case." As above, the reason given for not allowing coolers is the damage to furniture and carpets when coolers have leaked on them.