1. Highlighter 2. Multi power strip 3. beach towel clip 4. small packets/sample of detergents 5. First aid kit. Sea sickness, Tylenol, etc 6. Dental repair kit. 7. Clear shoe organizers 8. Water bottles 9. Small folding umbrella or ponchos 10. Eye shades 11. Small magnets 12. Antibacterial wipes 13. Bluetooth speakers 14. Room freshener 15. pillow 16. duct tape 17. Download movies and shows and books 18. Waterproof phone carrier 19. Lanyard 20. Favorite Tea or coffee 21. Bright color post it’s...
Some cruise lines will confiscate power boards / multi power strip. Saw 100s piled up in Freemantle, Perth Australia. might get away with multi-usb incorporated into a plug adapter. So consider what you can take that's usb powered!
I would bring a list of all your medication, with the generic names. If you loss you pills and need to get more, the local pharmacy may not know it by its brand name. But if you show the generic name, even if they do not speak a common language, they can help.
I get my local pharmacy to print off a label for each medication I am on. This label has my pharmacy's phone number, the name and strength of the medication, the doctor who prescribed it, the date it was prescribed etc. They can possibly call your pharmacy to find out enough info to refill your prescription.
This is a good idea, but beware that generic names may be different than there are at home. Example is paracetamol/ acetaminophen. Same can be true for prescription medications
I carry a folder with a clear plastic insert pocket sheet for each day. I put tickets, maps, itinerary, info on island , for each island or stop. I find it very helpful to see all the night before to lay out what we need and how to dress for the next day.
If you don't want to wear a lanyard, you can buy a retractable card holder with clip which you can attach to your waist band or belt and it will stretch far enough to open your cabin door.
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Carl McCaskey yes, good idea. I take 2 pillowcases, green ones, as i need 3 pillows and we only ever get two, so i stuff the case with my fleece jacket for a knee pillow.
Carl McCaskey OMG! EXCELLENT POINT!!! I left my fav in all of life pillow, when we went on a houseboat trip as newlyweds. It was the first trip with his entire family. I left my pillow because It was in a white case, just like they have in most hotel/motels. I didn't realize it until our last stop before we all went our separate ways & I had to hold it together& act like an adult that hadn't been sobbing like a 2 year old when we met for dinner. Not to mention they had all probably heard one of the most dramatic arguments of our entire marriage because he said he was not taking another 2 days off of work to drive back for "that disgusting thing" & he was glad it was gone because it was probably desease carrying!!!!! (It had a stiff red spot of dried cough syrup on it from 3rd grade) As a full adult I can admit it was maybe a little gross but not right after my loss! I was in mourning! We laughed a lot about that fight in the past 35 years. Thanks for reminding me of that, he passed away recently & I am having a hard time. I've been looking at these cruise videos for some things to get for our daughter & her family and it is painful to think I will never go on another vacation with him again. Sorry for the novel here, thanks for the laugh tho. Colored pillow cases!!!
Ingrid Dubbel I only take one if we are driving, not flying of course. Then I take green pillowcases and use my fleece jacket to stuff it in destination. Or use a cabin or hotel room cushion to stuff my pillowcase.
bellesmom2012 Your story was funny to read until I came to the part where you said your husband recently passed away. I so understand how you feel about missing him. My husband passed away 40 years ago when we were 39. I remember seeing my neighbors leaving to go on vacation and thinking the same as you. The sadness in time softens , but there will be happy times with your daughter and son in law .. I have two married daughters and think he's looking down from heaven on us .
Bring a small lock and use your suitcase a sort of safe that way you know that your laptop or other devices will be safe in your room when your not around, you can also keep the key on your land yard and or in a secret spot in your room or get one with a combination instead.
@@Skorpychan look the way I look at it is if someone is going to steal something from your room they are most likely going to go for something easy like jewellery you've left on the side. If someone is brazen enough to steal a laptop they are most likely going to know what they are doing somewhat and will already know how to bypass a simple security lock and or just a zipper also if someone is willing to open up a suitcase that might or might not have something worth stealing in it and risking getting caught over potentially nothing valuable good luck to them. Another thing is there are lots of cameras onboard these ships so your pretty safe along with your belongings. I was on a cruse just after watching this video and it was one of the best trips we have done and I highly recommended.
I actually needed to sew up hems on a cruise once and also a small tear. Since I pack very minimally and rewear clothes the sewing kit has come in handy.
@@jwfoise The TSA doesn't care about sewing kits. I often only take a carryon and have never been hassled once over my sewing kit. Scissors under 4" are ok, too.
Leaving for my first cruise in just a week and discovered you today. Thank you for these tips - and for putting it together in a clear, concise way. You are approachable, personable and don't prattle on and on like others. Thanks for getting to the point and also offering brief descriptions of how each works.
30 gallon kitchen trash bags. One per suitcase for dirty clothes. Hang in the closet, when full, take and put it the suitcase under the bed until ready to leave.
I have said it before, and I say it again: magnet-backed hooks! Not the type you buy at the pound shop (not strong enough) but sizable magnet hooks. It helps me over and over again to keep my cabin organized... and even clean!
awesome! I travel light so I take duct tape off the roll and make a mini roll. I also have tiny foldable sizzors. Also the Dr. Scholl's blister moleskin is amazing for any bump/scrap/or blister as it has medication in it. Add a plastic strap to your sunglasses to keep them around your neck. Lanards are great if you can attach a little zipped package to keep money in. Pack light- you will stroll past hot tired passengers waiting in line! I also bring a unopened package of ginger---it is amazing for adding to drinks and helps with seasickness.
It can get dark in the room so we always bring the GLow stick bracelets so that you can hang one over the bathroom door handle and quickly find the bathroom door in the middle of the night.
I always remember to pack a deck of playing cards, a puzzle book, a paper back book, Yahtzee dice and game pad. Sometimes the waits at the airports or even disembarking can drag on for a long time and it's good to have something to keep the mind busy so that you don't become agitated.
Music, refreshment, & flyers distributed during emparakation & disembarking is nice jester, great impact, leaves great memories, Looking forward on my next adventure this summer.
Great idea. I actually still have a fully functional Nintendo Gameboy Advance that I got about a decade and a half ago when I was in the Army. It’s a fun time filler. My wife and I had a 12 hour layover when returning from our last cruise. Sat in the airport and played games for 12 hours. Made the wait enjoyable rather than miserable.
Gary, all of your tips are great, and so are the others that are contributed in the comment section. I take a small bottle of Febreeze. My family and friends thank me. It also works great in the laundry bag.
This was such a helpful list. I have some but not all of these. Here are my additional items; 12x10 slide close clear sturdy plastic bag to use for the days agenda. Mine has a eyelet hole in the corner so I can clip it on to our bag (I got it from Spellbinders quite a few years ago) Wet Wipes Body Glide (anti chafing gel) Chapstick (I like Carmex) Moleskin Mesh laundry bag for dirty clothes Trash bag for wet clothes Cough Drops Nail Clippers Tweezers Pencil Black Sharpie Carabiner Head phone splitter PooPourri Pony tail holders Ziplock bags in multiple sizes. I use at least one every trip
A new cloth Fishing vest - replete with a variety of pockets to hold items on walkabouts. Lightweight, sleeveless, can handle just about all of the items mentioned within this video plus others your imagination might come up with.
Suction hooks, S hooks, ziplock bags (all sizes), pegs, paperclips(4 apparel tricks & more), shower liner (4 bedwetters), extra tote, bobby pins & hairbands!! These are some of my essentials when I travel!!😊🌞
Also add about a hand full of clothes line pins. The cruise ships I have been on have a clothes line in the shower. This helps keeps clothes on the line trying to dry.
Amazon sells clothes lines with built in pins, or a long clothes line with openings for hangers. Some of this advice is contrary to your previous videos concerning safety advice.
I always bring some extra plastic hangers, when I wash some shirts I can hang them easily in the bathroom. The hangers in the closets are not very practical.
To expand on the first aid kit, I also include: - gastro stop (just in case you get sick or eat something that doesn't agree with you. It allows you to continue exploring rather than being stuck on the toilet) - if you suffer from heart burn or reflux, you can get tablet for that (there's a few different brands) - nasal decongestant (you don't want sleepless nights, dulled tasted buds, or be forever blowing you're nose. Also if you're flying, a blocked nose can be very painful) - electrolyte vitamin tablets with caffeine (great if you need a boost or are ill from sickness or self-induced from a night out on the town) - difflam throat lozenges/spray with numbing (it actually numbs you're throat, so if you have a sore throat, they are awesome). - a roll of adhesive bandages and straight nail scissors (you can bandage up ankle/knees before hikes, bandage a sprain, or to use if shoes are rubbing) - band aids (which I also carry a few in my bag whilst on land) - anti motion sickness tablets (you can get natural ones, which are weaker, but don't make you drowsy or medicated ones which work better, but can make you tired) - one or two tubes of paw paw ointment (one for kit, one for bag) (it can help heal minor cuts, burns, insect bites, sunburn, heat rashes, chafing, as well as dry lips) - panadol and nurofen (for headaches, back aches, etc) - a nail file (a sharp nail irritates me to no end lol) (it must be foam or ceramic, not metal, if you want to take it in your carry on bag) - sunscreen gets stored separately in a zip lock bag I think that's all...or at least all i can remember. Also don't take the tablets out of their sealed sheets. It might sound obvious, but I've heard of people taking them out to save room, but they may get confiscated as they are now unidentifiable pills (aka possible drugs). If you do have weak joints, you can take elastic fabric braces to prevent possible injury. I also highly recommend compression socks/stockings for flights. PS: I've travelled a fair bit, so I didn't expect to hear anything new, but you had some new ones, and they were good ;-)
I always put some clear saran wrap on my bottles that hold liquids. You put it over the "mouth" of the unscrewed bottle then put the top back on making sure the top is securely on. You can also put them in ziplock bags for double security. Also never pack full canisters of hair products, insect repellent, etc. You need some space for the contents to expand during plane flights.
I save sample sizes or packs for traveling. Less space taken up getting there, and by the end of the trip they can be recycled, freeing up space in your bags.
If you need cheap souvenirs for folk, don’t bring magnets from home. Buy them on the ship, use them for holding all the papers you get, then you can hand them out as small gifts: 2 birds with 1 stone.
@@w0mblemania it can but only when you’re onboard your cruise. If there’s an excursion you really want to go on, I’d HIGHLY recommend booking that asap BEFORE your cruise date.
Thanks for the handy tips. I always bring sunscreen and workout clothes. Not unusual but there's lots of downtime on the ship. Oh and we bring cribbage board. On our honeymoon cruise we were playing the matre'd was asking about the game. We ended up with an invitation to dine with the captain. It was lovely!
@@tanzanitefields On my Royal Caribbean cruise two years ago they brought me a bottle opener when I requested a bucket of ice to chill my wine. I had brought my own bottle opener in anticipation they wouldn't bring me one without charging me corking fee, however they brought me one and didn't charge me corking fee without me even asking... Still used my own bottle opener, the one they brought me had no leverage, just a cork screw and a handle for brute force tugging.
I take two rubber door stops when traveling. Added security to a closed cabin/hotel door when wedged under the closed door. Can be used to stop tables wobbling. Also to keep double hung windows from sliding if they are loose.
Great vid! Lots of good info that people often don't think about. One suggestion, could you list the tips out in the video summary to make it easy for those of us who want to write it all down? The obsessive compulsive among us would be eternally grateful. ;)
Cheap water shoes (less than $10 at a beach shop in our town) for snorkeling or in and around rocky coastline. Also offers some protection from stinging marine life. Glad I also had plastic grocery bags to put them in after use. They were still sandy after rinse. We always use regular (not thick freezer) zip locks for our phones at the beach. A single grain of sand can mess things up with your phone. Also took our binoculars with neck strap. 🤓 Only used them on our balcony but I enjoyed checking out far off ships, coastlines and even a waterspout. Hoped to also see dolphins swim alongside but didn’t. Gary, we returned two weeks ago from our first cruise, and today I have the post cruise blues so I’m watching your videos back to back to bring back that cruising feeling. ❤️🛳 🌊
Turns out you’re not allowed to bring on surge protectors anymore. Simple outlet taps and USB adapters are fine, but surge protectors actually interfere with the cruise ship’s electrical system, which isn’t the same as your standard home or office mains.
We had to go to the “naughty “ room on one cruise when they found our outlet with surge protector. Quite embarrassing, but they just kept it until we disembarked.
This video is from January 2018. Cruise lines change rules. There are old cruise tips videos on other channels from when people could smoke on their balcony.
Royal Caribbean took away my power strip earlier this year. That had never happened to me on other cruise lines. They said it was a fire hazard, and if I needed extra outlets, my room steward could provide a power strip. As it was, the ship we were on had recently been upgraded, and there were actually enough outlets to charge up all our toys.
Great video with practical suggestions! In addition to first aid & dental kit, I suggest an eyeglass repair kit too. Crazy glue & sanitizing surface wipes are a must. I also have packed an electric heating pad (which surprisingly was not confiscated upon check-in). On our next cruise I will take along a bottle of Tide fabric sanitizing spray and give the chairs and sofa a good spritz.
My husband and I are going on our first cruise in July and your videos (I’ve watched nearly all of them!!) have definitely opened my eyes to things I would never have thought of so that I’ll be more prepared. I love that your videos are so concise and straight to the point! Thank you so much!! 😊
Excellent video. Thank you for talking slowly and ensuring people actually understand the words you are saying. Truly appreciate this information. Cheers.
Hi Gary, I have a couple of things that I take with me. First is a small flashlight. This can be useful for going to the bathroom at night, checking for things left behind under beds, in safes, in dark closets, etc. The second thing is a sturdy thermal mug. It is great to be able to get a tea, coffee or hot chocolate then take it with you back to the cabin or for use on deck. When packing the mug in your suitcase, you can put small liquids inside them so that if they leak you don't damage other things in your case. Happy cruising.
You can also buy one on board in the gift shop---not too expensive and a great souvenior to take on your morning commute to remind you of why you are working (LOL)!
Interesting suggestions. For me the most important is my own pillow. Be aware many cruise lines don’t permit power strips with surge protectors as can overload their circuit and cause a fire so be sure to check. I have had success in asking my cabin steward for a power bar but I wouldn’t depend on that as they can’t supply everyone. Also, as a note, there are several brands of combo laundry detergent with fabric softener sheets. Much nicer than powder or liquid sachets.
4 dry erase markets. AlL glass is a white board so use mirrors as message boards. A sock drying clips rack. The clothe line in the shower is not large enough for more than one bathing suit. MOST important and crucial. A collapsing bucket = Great beach bag, great laundry soaking bucket, nice pool container. And its sand proof. 1 or 2 collapsible cube baskets (dorm style) adds clean storage for books, socks, shoes etc. I always gift it at the end of the cruise to the cabin attendant. For LONG trips. We buy a dry erase sticky world map that we annotate each day. We also place on the wall a large week planner - to have a clear view of dining plans, port hours etc. HANGERS!!!! A pack of 12 from the supermarket will never be too much. PAINTER TAPE. ONLY the green one for super fragile items. 3 layers are usually enough to block out the nasty red light at the bottom of the tv.
My concern is always when you go to s beach how do you secure your camera, sunglasses, and beach bag so you are not having to constantly watch it while you are in the water. I know there are locks you can put on a bag to secure to a chair but do you or any of your followers have a good one they recommend?
Thank you so much Gary, we'er leaving tomorrow for a 14 day river cruise. I thought I was prepared then I heard you mentioned ear plugs, clips for towels,and most importantly "water bottles" ;-p for veverages other than water that's sheer genius.
We brought a rubber braided clothesline. It doesn't take up much space but was wonderful for hanging out our laundry or swimsuits. Because it's braided, you don't need clips, just stick the fabric through the braid.
@@LesleyWrightWhitmell it won't, it's actually the other way round. The ship's electricity will mess with your power strip, causing it to short-circuit, which in most cases leads to fire. If it has a surge protector, in most cases the ship will allow them.
What's hilarious is that I'm an engineer and the place I work for has banned WD40 and duct tape. They mess up the manufacturing of semiconductors (computer chips) because they contain silicone. We manufacture the machines that manufacture the chips. We use liquid wrench and some 3M product that's a silicone free tape - the name escapes me.
Oh, and *_thank you very much_* for not having earthquake-inducing music in your videos like too many YT videos do! :-) Your outro music is only mildly annoying, but at least it doesn't cause my whole house to rattle and shake if I can't crank the volume down in time :-/
It’s probably the camera angle, but I’m a nurse and I see a bulge on your neck- your right side. Please get that checked and forgive me if it’s nothing or just an enlarged lymph gland. I enjoy your videos!
Thanks for the message, Yes, this was an older video, and I have since had it checked and removed. It was all okay. Thanks so much for the note, very kind of you to take the time
One noteworthy thing for women is - I got my period on a Princess cruise one time, and there was NO, and I mean NO pads to purchase on-board. I was shocked!! I even asked the crew and they had nothing to help me. Talk about awkward! Thankfully they had those little “buy a pad for $1” machines in the bathroom with a turn handle. I had to buy a bunch that way. I would never cruise without some now - just in case!!
Good point. I tried to track mine out to May 2019 and I should be good, but better safe than sorry. A few days worth don't take up any significant space. Thanks for the tip.
Yes. My wife got her period on our cruise and I found myself in the infirmary paying good money for a few tampons. Certainly would have been cheaper to pack them from home.
If you are totally dependent on eyeglasses (as I am) always take an old/extra pair in case yours get lost or broken. I can’t imagine anything worse than not being able to see clearly.
Great tips. I always pack nail clippers. For some reason I find I need them.(scuffed nail or hangnails) Also pack a decent pen or two to write on the post-its. Never one around when you need it.
Very nice and well done. My husband brings along a couple of low level plug in lights so you don't have a pitch dark cabin for a midnight visit to the loo! I usually bring along 2 zip sanitized pillow covers-I usually forget to remove then but you can replace a pair for under $10-nice and sanitary, I think. Also, an eyeglasses repair kit or an additional pair of eyeglasses. I enjoy 2 swimsuits as I don't like to put on a damp suit thatches been drying in the cabin overnight! Happy cruising, y'all
One thing I noticed that wasn't on your list is a collapsible laundry bag for your dirty clothes. We always travel with that so that we and keep our clean and dirty clothes separate.
We take large kitchen trash bags. We roll up dirty clothes as we go. When it's time to repack the suitcase we lay the bag in the case with the mouth of the bag facing one side and the pack the dirty clothes inside the bag as if we were packing normally. Then we can put clean clothes and other items on top with the bag as a barrier.
That is a good idea. I have taken the collapsable hamper but only when I was staying in an apartment or place where I could do my laundry easily. I always roll my clothes with the exception of dresses or nice tops I take. Everything else gets put in rolled.
My husband and I do this as well. We also try to pack clothes that don’t wrinkle easily. Golf shirts for him and dresses that don’t wrinkle for me for dinner.
Thanks Gary, you were real helpful! Thanks to Beth re a laundry bag. One idea i got re duct tape is to not bring the whole roll, just slap a couple pieces of it onto the suitcase and hopefully it'll peel off easily to use elsewhere if i need it.
But please don't make the mistake I did by taking a huge pump bottle of gel hand sanitizer in your carry on. I was pulled out and screened and they told me that was the issue. I had 8 people so I thought I could replenish our small bottles. Dont do it.
Hi Gary👋 After months of researching different cruises having never cruised before, we have now booked our first cruise which will be to celebrate my 60th birthday 🥳. I wanted to let you know because I was through your videos giving excellent information so clearly that I was able to decide which cruise ship, and cruise destination I wanted to do. I was drawn to the Azamara ships being smaller and boutique they were just what we felt was ‘the one’! I saw the Azamara Onward has it’s maiden voyage in early summer 2022 so we are booked on Azamara Onward 27th August 2022 cruising The Best of the Med and I’m bursting with excitement 🚢⚓️. I also remembered your tips on where the cabin is situated so asked that we were not under entertainment room and sure enough it was! Next one I asked if ocean view was obstructed and yes it was (cabins selling fast). In the end we took the decision to have an inside cabin and with the extra cost a balcony would have been we have booked 2 nights in a 4* hotel in Venice pre cruise and 1 night in Barcelona end of cruise. Going into finding the right cruise was daunting until I found you. Thank you so much Gary for such wonderful insight. Your packing tips will be the next helpful one lol. Happy sailing 🗺⛴🍾🎉
Thanks so much! It is great to hear that you found the videos and tips so helpful and used them. Have a great time. I’m looking forward to getting back on Azamara and am booked for April. But you getting on the latest to join the fleet will be even better !
@@tipsfortravellers lol I’m proud of myself for getting on the Onward…I think I would have gone with being towed on a dingy if it meant I could get onboard heehee 😉 Enjoy your cruise in April and I will let you know how my very first cruise goes when we’re back in September 😁. Thanks again 🙏🏻
I do not ever see your videos mention any skincare :D For me, those are not unusual, but absolutely essential items to pack - cleanser, moisturizer, SPF. If I do not take those, I will break out, my skin will burn etc. And also, I will take a tub of vaseline - nothing worse than dry chapped lips. It is also multipurpose ointment - helps with bug bites, cracked heels, dry patches of skin etc. Moisturizing and SPF is the key if you are exposed to sun, pool water that will dry out your skin. And one other thing I want to add - worn-in shoes. I would not want to experiment with new shoes and have blisters and painful walking.
Yes, absolutely essential for glasses-wearers, & my whole family wears glasses. I've even fixed glasses for my friends when I'm visiting them at their HOMES and they don't have a kit!
Hi Gary. I take laundry pods. They are better than small liquid laundry detergent which may have a propensity to leak. One never knows. I take 12 - 15 Bounce fabric softener sheets for the dryer. People remarked it was a great idea. Noone else had them. They pack nicely in zip lock bag and hardly take up any space in luggage. Went on Azamara Quest cruise Oct 2018. They provided laundry pods in a pail and kept it full. A nice surprise as I never had to use mine there. I recommend small sewing kit of several coloured snall threads, couple different size sewing needles for garment repairs, small pair scissors , buttons, safety pins of different sizes. Yes have needed to use all these in small emergencies with clothing, etx. Scotch tape comes in handy for paper tears ie. Cruise program etc
@@katiemartell6520 I either bring flavored powder or the little liquid bottles that don’t need refrigeration, in either case I stuff them into my shoes (in ziplock bags) that are in my suitcase as added protection.
Thank you for these brilliant tips Gary! I’m an experienced cruiser and I wish I’d thought of these ages ago. I definitely take my pillow because I’ve found it makes all the difference between sleeping well and tossing and turning all night. Another thing I like to bring is a little sleep sound machine. I find earplugs uncomfortable so I use the sound machine to block out noise and help lull me to sleep. You can also download an app on your phone for this purpose.
My PRN med list: Benadryl, Allegra and Xyzal, Tylenol and Advil/Aleve, Pepto and Immodium, Dramamine, Robotussin/cold meds and cough drops, Monistat and pads, ear plugs and Band Aids, antibiotic ointment, hand wipes. This has served us well on many, many cruises. Most used are always Pepto and Immodium as the food on a ship is always different (often heavier) than what one is used to cooking at home. I also take mouthwash and better soap for the shower (I like Dial).
We always bring something to hang on the outside our door-origami is our choice, which makes finding the door easier. Plus, we bring a little RV clothesline, so we can hang wet swimsuits on, and a tiny fold-up microfiber towel which is small, in a pouch and easy to take to the beach. We bring magnetized hooks to hang on the wall to attach the clothes line and also to hang clothes on.
I always wondered why people were putting things on the outside of their door! I thought it was just some kind of decoration. Der. Have you ever had anyone move your item from your door?
Useful tips. Only thing I would add is taking a small cafetiere and my ground coffee. I hate instant coffee and don't drink tea so that is my one must to enjoy a cup in the morning in my cabin :) I think with regard to the socket strips you have to be careful what type you use as I know some cruiselines get picky. The drinks packages on P & O cruises are expensive and the fact one has to have for the whole cruise and cannot choose on a daily basis puts me off them big time. A big expense if you do not want to drink a lot every day and a waste of money imo Especially on shore days I bet many do not get their money's worth. I would also take a travel mini blender if respective cruise line allowed it if I was going on a cruise longer than a week. I like my smoothies :)
Extremely helpful !! Wanted to ask you about bringing Vitamins on board. HAL is pretty good about extras in the first aid kit but never thought to ask about Vitamins. Thank you. You give me so much less to worry about !! 😉😉
Where do you get the water flavor satchels from, I am traveling in May 2019 from Australia and no one seems to have them here. Maybe I will need to pick some up in the US.
@@trishhudspith8410 You should be able to find them easy in the US. Most have 6 to 8 packets (depending on the brand) in the box for about $1. Almost any flavor you could want from Tropical punch to Green Tea. Hope you enjoy you trip...=)
Thanks Arrien for replying to me, I will try and pick some up when we arrive in the US. Would I find them at a food store do you think or more of a travel gear shop. I am so excited about our trip I can hardly wait.
Hi Gary. I stumbled on this older video. Perhaps it's a good idea to add a pinned comment or annotation about the extension leads and surge protection, such as 0:47
Really helpful practical tips! I’m usually very good at this area but you have thought of things I wouldn’t have. Thank you so, so much once again. You mentioned something I thought of taking and that’s my favourite drinks. I’m not a great fan of tea and coffee out and about so I would definitely take my own tea/coffee/creamer. Hearing you mention it I feel ok about taking it. My only add on would be a small sewing kit with some buttons and safety pins for emergencies. Nothing worse than a button pop off or a hem coming down! something my Mum instilled in me lol.
Door stopper to leave the door ajar so you can hear announcements at embarkation, captain’s message, and when arriving into ports. An adapter for European plugs can be used for the cpap behind the bed. A small squejee to clean the glass window of the door to the balcony and the balcony glass. One important note is when packing the power strip, make sure it does NOT have a surge protector. Those are not allowed on board.
Hand sanitizers do not kill the Norovirus , good old soap and water works best, being a registered nurse, this was one of the first instructions we received in training
Just a suggestion? A chemist packed medication sleeve. All your meds in full view and encased in pop out blister. Even non prescribed like panadol or head ache etc tablets. May help if your country's meds are not permitted?? (don't forget doctors note or official list as proof.
I usually cruise DCL, but be aware that they prohibit both power strips and over the door hangers! Also, I love packing magnetic hooks, since the stateroom doors and ceilings are typically magnetic! It makes it great for hanging lanyards on the back of the door, but also to be able to hang wet things to dry around the stateroom!
All good tips presented with reasons why or why not. *Spray jacket. Better than umbrella. Lighter & less space. Doubles as another clothes layer / windbreaker / parka alternative. *Bubble wrap. To protect fragile items, especially souvenirs. *Medical equipment (eg CPAP). Get airline and ship authority in advance. Usually allowed as a free extra item. *Passport. Check for past stamps versus countries visited. Eg Arab countries and Israel may prohibit entry if you have the other's stamps. Need TWO passports. *Instant coffee for ICED coffee. Use Tupperware type box in case. Use zip lock bag in pocket. Milk and maybe soft serve ice cream on the ship. *Cameras. Sorry my Canon RP + 24-240 zoom will still go with me. My wife's phone for convenience photos. No compact camera needed. Covers both options! *Lightweight back pack. One that folds up into itself. About 250grams. Great for excursions. Can double as airline carry-on saving up to 2kg on the bag/case. Use / line with bubble wrap if need protection. Still far lighter than other options. *Zip-lock bags. Lightweight and useful for all sorts of things. *Packing cubes for everything. Roll up clothes. No need to unpack. Just put the cubes in drawers, on shelves, etc. Quick, easy pack / unpack / repack and know what's clean and not clean. *USB. Copies of all documents, passport, itineraries, tickets, etc. Not dependent on WiFi / cloud etc. Can use anyone's computer. *iPad. Used to carry a laptop to be able to back up camera SD cards and reuse. Extra cards now so cheap. Better than fiddly phone for email, skype etc.
I use to carry in my bag a dollhouse size kitchen sink so that when people would ask me I could say yes AND show them...chuckle...haven't done that in years...
Thks Gary, great tips. I usually take about 12 clothes pins, to hang stuff on the line in the shower or onto a patio chair. Do you have any tips of how to not demagnetize ones cruise card or medallion? I am always doing this, as I often use my ipad or phone while I forget that I have the cruise card on a lanyard around my neck. It is such a pain to arrive at one’s door, to not be able to get in and then have to haul all the way to the front desk to get another card. Plus I have a problem with walking far and I feel guilty about using another plastics item.
