So you finally booked that much needed cruise. As the days get closer you start to wonder What am I supposed to pack for this thing? Don't worry I got you!
Clothing
Shorts
T-shirts
Blouses
Men's Polo Shirts or button down
Comfortable Walking shoes
Sandals
Flip Flops/Water shoes (you don't want to ruin shoes with wet feet while walking back to your room from the pool)
Swimsuit cover ups/ Swimsuits
Sun-proof shirts
Sun dresses
A semi formal/formal outfit for a nice dinner
Men- Khakis or subtle dressier pants
Hats
Sunglasses
Socks
Pajamas
Light Sweater (the winds can get chilly)
Jacket (if you're on a colder climate itinerary)
Accessories
Beach bag
Towels for off ship excursions
Wet bags
Removable metal hooks to hang wet clothes (the wind will take your stuff right off your balcony)
Book/E-Reader
Chargers/ Portable chargers
Lanyards (best way to keep track of your room key)
Refillable water bottle
Pens/Markers
Downloaded content on electronics if you don't plan on getting the WI-FI
Cameras/Batteries
Portable Fans
Portable Power Strip
Medical/Personal Hygiene
Sunblock
Prescriptions inside their original bottles. (Please remember you are traveling to a foreign country)
Disposable razors
Shampoo/Conditioner (ships do usually have some in the showers there but it's a personal decision)
Body wash/Soap
Motion Sickness Medicine
Makeup
Skincare
After sun lotion/ Aloe
Toothbrush/Toothpaste
Diapers/Wipers for younger kids
Contact case/Solution
Hairbrush/Hair ties
Deodorant
Mini First aid kit
Allergy meds
Chub Rub (thigh, arm) Valuables
Cash- keep tipping amounts available on you/ plan accordingly for larger amounts
Credit Cards
Passport
Birth Certificate
ID
Phone
Take a picture of your birth certificate/passport to have on your phone.
Luggage tags printed out
Boarding information
When you first arrive at the port your larger luggage will be taken for you to your room. Depending on your boarding time it could be a while until you can get into your room and access to your luggage. I would pack a carryon bag that is easy to carry and has some basics in it to hold you over.
Carry on Bag
Sunblock
Bathing suit
Change of clothes
Sunglasses
Tipping cash
A secure pouch for valuables until you can safely store them in your room.
Each person has their own style and what they are comfortable in. Remember this is YOUR vacation so dress how you want, with exceptions to restaurants having dress codes while on board.
Find below a link you can click on to purchase some of the items listed above!
As always make every trip you take WORTH THE MILES TRAVELED
-Samantha Cooley @worththemilestravel
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