Holidaymakers had different opinions after a cruise line made strict rules about bikinis and G-strings.

Carnival Splendour passengers got a notice about dress code before their South Pacific trip. The ship was going to its first stop.

The first stop was the island of Lifou in New Caledonia, where visitors must dress modestly. Passengers got a letter about the dress code.

Guests were told to avoid revealing clothes like two-piece bikinis and G-strings on the island. Topless sunbathing was not allowed.

The dress code applied to all public areas, including beaches, markets, and churches.

Lifou is a beautiful island, but you must follow the rules.

Lifou has beautiful cliffs, white-sand shores, and coral reefs. It is also a tribal island.

Carnival's website says guests should respect local culture and rules in the ports they visit.

This means dressing modestly at some destinations, like Lifou, which is a tribal island with proud indigenous people.

Communities in conservative locations ask visitors to avoid bikinis and choose traditional swimwear.

Carnival warned passengers that not following local customs could affect future cruises to Lifou.

The cruise line's dress code caused debate on Reddit, with users having different opinions.

One user said to respect local customs and cover up when leaving the ship. If you don't like it, stay on the ship.

Another user said it's not new and the same rules applied years ago. Travel to experience different things.

But someone else disagreed, saying no one should control women's bodies and would stay on the boat instead.