Halal cruises

Can Muslims go on a cruise?

My wife and I have never cruised because of the bars and the food. Is there a way to do it that suits a Muslim family?

Asked by Anonymous pilgrim · 2 Nov 2026

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In short

Yes. Many Muslim families avoid mainstream cruises because of alcohol, food and mixed pools, but a ship run as halal removes most of those worries. AROYA, Saudi Arabia's cruise line, says its ship serves no alcohol, has no casino, serves halal food and has prayer rooms and women-only pool hours. Whether a particular trip is right for you is a question for your own scholar.

As of 2 Nov 2026

Official answer · Marhaba Haji

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What usually worries Muslim travellers

  • Alcohol served across the ship, including near the pools and restaurants.
  • Whether every dish is halal.
  • A place to pray, and prayer times at sea.
  • Mixed pools and the dress code.

How a halal ship answers them

  • AROYA says it serves no alcohol anywhere and has no casino.
  • It lists halal-certified food in every restaurant, separate prayer rooms for men and women, and women-only pool and spa hours.

Next step: compare halal and Muslim-friendly cruises, then tell us your dates.

Answered 2 Nov 2026 · Facts as of 2 Nov 2026

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