What to pack for a cruise, helpppp.?

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Bobby DJ

CRUISE TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Travel Documents, Wallet Items, and Paperwork

airline tickets or e-ticket confirmation
cruise documents
passports and visas (if necessary) or proof of citizenship (check with your cruise line for requirements)
vaccination certificate (if required)
driver's license and auto insurance card - in case you decide to rent a car when ashore
medical insurance cards and medical history (especially if traveling alone)
copy of prescriptions and list of all medicines you are taking
another picture ID - if you don't take driver's license
credit cards - be sure to call credit card companies before traveling to alert them you are traveling outside your normal area
ATM card
pre-paid phone card
cash or traveler's checks (be sure to keep traveler's checks receipt in separate location)
3 copies of airline tickets, cruise tickets, passports/visas, itinerary - pack 1 copy in carry on, 1 copy in checked luggage, and leave one copy with someone at home. Alternatively, you can scan the documents and email an electronic copy to yourself so that you can access them from any computer terminal. (I usually do both - "just in case")
contact numbers to report lost/stolen credit cards or traveler's checks
emergency numbers at home
currency conversion chart
wallet and fanny pack
watch - dual time zone watch is perfect!
Reading Material and Necessities

glasses, contacs, contac cleaner
extra reading glasses
sunglasses
reading sunglasses
guidebooks and other port of call information
foreign language phrase book or dictionary
maps
reading material - books to read while on the plane or lounging by the pool
journal or notebook and pen/pencil - for making notes to tell your friends back home about your experiences
business cards with email address to give out to new cruise friends
home and email addresses of friends/relatives back home - for sending postcards, emails, or gifts
photo album
Electronics and Camera Equipment

plug adaptor and converter
cell phone and charger
PDA and charger
laptop computer
binoculars
film camera and manual
extra film (don't put undeveloped film in checked luggage)
disposable underwater camera - for snorkeling or beach days
digital camera and manual
extra memory cards for digital camera
batteries for digital camera
battery charger
extension cord/power strip with multiple plug-ins
walkman and tapes (for walking on deck or on treadmill)
small travel alarm clock - battery operated
lighted dial clock for cruise ship cabin
small flashlight
night light
Medicine Kit

prescription drugs and any other essential medications in carry on bag
ear plugs or "ear planes"
small first aid kit (band aids, Q-tips, vaseline, dramamine, antibiotic cream, bandages, anti-diarrheal medication, cortisone
cream, aspirin/tylenol/advil)
germicidal hand cleaner
handi-wipes (for cleaning hands when ashore)
hand lotion
rubbing alcohol or foot lotion for soothing tired, hot feet
bug spray (not for your cabin on the ship, but for those pesky mosquitoes and "nonos" ashore)
sun screen/sun block and lip sunblock
Other "Necessities"

duct tape or strapping tape
extra plastic cable-lock ties for securing luggage for return trip (better than locks, but one-time use only)
extra luggage name tags (in case yours are lost on the outbound trip)
zip loc bags of all sizes and garbage/laundry bags
corkscrew (be sure to put in checked luggage)
Swiss Army knife or something similar with screwdriver head, etc. (be sure to put in checked luggage)
small umbrella
collapsible travel pillow for those long airplane flights
Crazy glue
playing cards
sports gear (e.g. snorkeling gear)
shoe horn for getting those shoes back on your swollen feet
sewing kit and scissors (pack in checked luggage)
travel-sized Woolite
clothes pins
empty folding tote bag - for souvenirs or the beach
hats/caps/visors
insulated large coffee mugs

Women's Cruise Clothing Packing List

bras (include strapless if needed for evening wear)
panties
lingerie/night gown/pajamas/robe
compression stockings (for airplane flight to prevent swollen ankles)
exercise/walking socks
trouser socks or pantyhose
camisole/slip
purses (day and evening)
belts
scarves
gloves and stocking cap(if expect cold weather)
walking shoes
walking sandals
rubber sandals for reef walking and beach
evening shoes
costume jewelry and extra watch
swim suit
swim suit cover-up/pareo/sarong
thongs/flip flop shoes
work out clothes and jog bra
dress/outfit for informal nights on ship
dress/outfit for formal nights on ship
dress/outfit for casual nights on ship
shorts
tops of all types (sleeveless, short-sleeved, long-sleeved)
capri pants
slacks
windbreaker jacket
sweatshirt
evening sweater
raincoat with hood
Women's Sundries and Miscellaneous

blow dryer
curling iron or curlers
comb/brush
hair gel
hair spray (non-aerosol)
shampoo
conditioner
shower cap
bar soap in plastic container
deodorant
toothbrush
toothpaste
dental floss
mouthwash
tweezers
make-up mirror
make-up and make-up bag(list can be endless!)
make-up remover
cleanser
moisturizer and freshener
nail polish and remover
nail clippers and file (be sure to pack in checked luggage)
razor and shaving cream
Men's Cruise Clothing Packing List

underwear (briefs or boxer shorts)
undershirts
pajamas and robe
compression socks (for airplane flight to prevent swollen ankles)
exercise/walking socks
black dress socks
belts
gloves and stocking cap(if expect cold weather)
walking shoes
walking sandals
rubber sandals/shoes for reef walking and beach
evening or dress shoes
"docksider" casual shoes
tuxedo jacket and pants (or dark suit)
tuxedo tie, suspenders, and cummerbund
tuxedo cufflinks/studs
sport jacket
regular ties
tuxedo shirt
dress shirts
swim suit
swim suit cover-up
work out clothes/T shirts
shorts
casual shirts
slacks (casual and dress)
windbreaker jacket
sweatshirt
raincoat with hood
Men's Sundries and Miscellaneous

comb/brush
shampoo and hair products
bar soap in plastic container
deodorant
toothbrush
toothpaste
dental floss
mouthwash
tweezers
nail clippers and file (be sure to pack in checked luggage)
razor and shaving cream (or electric razor and supplies)

Ali

I am going on my 4th cruise on and it is also on July 6-13 except to the Western Caribbean. It is over my 14 birthday too, July 7th. It is easier for me just to put everything, so I'll put the stuff you know you already have to take.

shorts
tank tops/shirts for during the day
casual wear for dinner-what you would probably wear to a casual restaurant
smart casual wear-a little dressier than casual-maybe what you would wear to church
formal wear-well, it kind of explains itself...i usually wear nice sun dresses
swim suits-pack 1 in your carry-on because you won't be able to access your luggage for a while once you get on board
swim accessories such as goggle and cover up-the pool in salt water, so be prepared
toiletries
sandals/comfortable walking shoes
suscreen-that is a must
ipod/mp3 player
a sweat shirt for air conditioning
walkie talkies because cell phones don't work and so you can keep track of everybody
a watch
there are other things, but those are the only things i can think of off the top of my head.....i know i am forgetting something important, but i can't remember what

Ryan M

ive never been on a cruise...but i like the travel channel. and on there cruise special. it stressed the point DO NOT OVERPACK. rooms are often cramped enough without a ton of luggage. but for the actual contents take things that are comfortable. and you made need a "fancy" outfit depending on the dining rooms on this cruise.

seventy

electric plug that you can swop to the right amps...otherwise you won't be able to charge your cell/mobile phone

TINKERTOY ..... the 1 & only

Here's my standard what to pack and how list.

Always pack your passport and cruise documents in your carry on bag ONLY. If you think you might want to get into the pools or hot tub as soon as you get on ship (they will be open), bring those clothes in your carry on bag; you other luggage may not get to your cabin until much later in the afternoon. Other things you may want to take:

-your snorkel equipment if you have it,
-sun glasses and sun screen, lotions,
-a cap or big hat for the sun,
-a book if you are a reader, and your music player,
-sneakers and clothes to workout in if you like to use the gym,
-good walking shoes,
-your camera.

After 6:00 PM they request that you wear "sports or resort casual" attire. That's attire that you would expect a person to wear in a business office, (like a bank employee), shirt with a collar, slacks, skirt, blouse, etc. Don't over pack , take clothes that you can mix and match tops and bottoms and plan to wear each piece twice. Since you are going to the the Mexico ports you will likely be in shorts and/or swim wear most of every day so evening clothes don't usually get much wear. Pack a couple of outfits for the disco.

Your cruise will have a formal night or two when you can wear your best stuff and get pictures taken. The formal nights are REQUESTED not required attire. You will not be denied entry to the main dining room if you decide not to dress up, as long as you are at least sports casual. So decide whether you want to take all of the extra stuff to dress up or just go sports casual.

- Its best to pack using soft-sided luggage because with space limited in your cabin it fits under the beds better if its not hard sided luggage.

- Pack using the vacuum clothing bags (about $20 for 3 at Target) so that you can get more in your bag AND so that if the TSA at the airport opens your bag they can see what's inside without rummaging through your things.

-Take a small carry-on bag for the last night of the cruise. On the last evening you will be required to put your luggage outside your cabin by about 2:00 AM so that they can start taking it down to the lower deck for offloading the next morning. So you will need a small bag for your toiletries and your clothes that you sleep in.

- If you can take a six-pack of bottled water and soft drinks in your carry-on for your cabin. You will have to pay for both on the ship and its nice to have those handy in the cabin.

- If you are taking your cell phone, MP3 player or other item that needs to be plugged in take an extension cord as the plugs in the cabin are generally not in the best places and there are usually only one or two.

- Take a small bottle of hand sanitizer and/or hand-wipes. There are generally sanitizer dispensers at the entrances of restaurants, the buffets and dining room, but some times the are not there or not working. The sanitizer helps prevent the spread of the Norwalk Virus that sometimes occur on cruise ships.

- Take a can of air freshener for your cabin bathroom. The bathrooms do not have exhaust fans.

- Take a few zip lock bags of various sizes; they always come in handy.

- Take some one dollar bills (also maybe a few $5's) for tipping the porters in the airport, at the pier (they do not work for the ship), and they will come in handy in port stops for buying small items in the markets and at vendor stands; especially bartering places.

- Take with you a large cup or mug (preferable with a top that seals) for the free tea, punch, lemonade and juices; the cups provided by the ship are generally kinda small.

- You can get off and on the ship as much as you want in port stops so don't fell pressured to buy tours; you can go if you want on your own.

notyou311

Find out how many formal nights they will have on the cruise. You will need dressy outfits for those nights. Other than that it is casual although you might like to dress up a bit for dinner. A few dressy tops and skirts will get you through it just fine. Don't worry about it. You are supposed to relax on a cruise.

Fish are friends, not food (:

Shorts
tank tops
shirts
swimsuits
(lol)
prescription drugs and any other medications in carry on bag
glasses, contacts, contact cleaner
extra contacts!
extra reading glasses
sunglasses
reading sunglasses
reading material - books to read while on the plane or lounging by the pool
music(mp3/ipod, ect)
journal or notebook and pen/pencil - for making notes to tell your friends back home about your experiences
cell phone and charger (you may not need it!)
sunscreen
beach bag
some 'formal' wear
bras (include strapless if needed for evening wear)
panties
pjs
flip flops
goggles

Also Bring;
travel sized toothpaste
travel sized toothbrush
deodorant
dental floss
make-up
razor and shaving cream
ect.

plus: they usually have towels there.
& have shampoo, soap, and conditor in the room :D

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