USA TODAY on MSN: 5 US cruises you can take in 2026 without a passport Money Talks News on MSN: 5 domestic cruises you can take in 2026 without a passport Although U.S. citizens are permitted to sail without a passport when they’re taking a cruise that starts and ends in the same U.S. home port, the State Department recommends always cruising with a ...

Understanding the Context

Travelers can explore Alaska, Hawaii, the Great Lakes and more on cruises that depart from U.S. ports. AOL: This Carnival Cruise Line passport policy could help you in an emergency This Carnival Cruise Line passport policy could help you in an emergency It's one of the most frequently asked questions in cruise planning: do you actually need a passport for a Caribbean cruise? The answer is more complicated than yes or no, and making the wrong choice ...

Key Insights

From Alaska's Glacier Bay to Hawaii to the Great Lakes, these five domestic cruise options let you explore America by sea in 2026 — no passport required.