Planning your cruise vacation is a lot of fun. The anticipation is half the fun. Once you have your cruise planned, one needs to decide what to pack. packing for a cruise is a little different from a land based trip. You will need to balance comfort, style and practicality while keeping in mind the uniuqe environent of a cruise ship. Here is a guide to help you pack smart for your cruise vacation:
Clothing:
*Daytime casuals: lightweight shorts, t-shirts, sundresses, and swimsuits. Shirs are relaxed during the day, and you will want comfy clothes for exploring ports.
* Evening wear: depending on your cruise line, some nights may be more formal. Bring a cocktail dress or a nice shirt and slacks for formal dinner, plus smart casual outfifs for other evenings.
* Layering pieces: sweatgers, shawls, or light jackets. The ship”s air-conditioning can feel chilly, and evenings on deck can be breezy.
* Active wear: Sneakers and workout clothes for the gym, excursions, or walking tours.
*Swimwear cover-ups: Easy to slip on for lunch by the pool or walkig through indoor areas.
Footwear:
*Comfortable walking shes for excursions
*Sandals/flipflops for the pool and casual wear
*Dress swipe for formal nights
Essetnials:
*Passport & travel Documents: boarding passes, visas, vaccination cards if required
* Medications in original bottles with prescriptions if possible
*Toiletries: shipr provide basics but you will want your own preferred brands. Cruise lines do not provide deoderant or Cologne
*Sunscreen & After Sun lotion – ocean breezes cn be deceiving, and sunburn is common
*Reusable water bottlefor staying hydrated during excursions
Cruise Specific Items:
*Day bag/backoack for port days
*Lanyard or Car holder for your cruise key card (used for your room and purchases)
*Powerstrip or USB hub (non surge protected as surge protectors aren’ allowed)
*Seaskckness remedies (wristbands, ginger candies, or medication)
*Dry bag or Ziplock bags for keeping elextronis safe on beach or water excursions
Optional Extras:
*Binoculars: great for scenic cruising or spotting wildlife
*Small first aid kit: band-aids, pain relievers, motion seasickness tablets
*Laundry bag: for dirty laundry
*Books or Kindle/Tablet for downtime
