Fair Value Measurements, Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities - Reconciliation of Changes in Carrying Amounts of Intangible Assets Not Subject to Amortization, Which Represents Trademarks (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	6 Months Ended
	May 31, 2013
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balance	$ 1,299
Foreign currency translation adjustment	(16)
Ending Balance	1,283
North America Cruise Brands
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balance	927
Foreign currency translation adjustment
Ending Balance	927
EAA Cruise Brands
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balance	372
Foreign currency translation adjustment	(16)
Ending Balance	$ 356