Costa Cruises tells passengers they must not take food from buffet areas back to their cabins. The cruise line says it is notifying guests about the policy as a matter of safety and hygiene. According to reports, passengers who take buffet food to their rooms can face a surprise cleaning fee of nearly $70. Both outlets describe the same warning and enforcement approach, citing the company’s statement that guest safety and well-being are its top priorities. The cruise line positions the measure as preventive, aimed at reducing risks associated with carrying food onboard and storing it in cabins. The reported charge is presented as a penalty for violating the “no food to cabins” rule, rather than a voluntary service fee. The policy is specifically tied to buffet food, and guests are directed to keep food within designated dining areas. The cruise line’s guidance indicates the company may apply the fee without advance notice at the time of service or check-out if a violation is found.