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	3 Months Ended
	Feb. 28, 2014
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balance	$ 1,286
Foreign currency translation adjustment	4
Ending Balance	1,290
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	359
Foreign currency translation adjustment	4
Ending Balance	$ 363