- July 16, 2021 -

Gearing Up For Cruising: What Are Some Cruising Packing Essentials?

By:  Marvelous Mouse Travels

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As cruising begins to start up again, some of you may be wondering what to pack  for a cruise. Whether you’ve sailed before or just need a refresher, I will provide you with some essentials as well as things you may have not thought about!

My recommendation is to always try to pack light but like myself, some of us can’t help but be over-prepared. The cruise-lines do provide a small store with some essentials, but if you forget you’re undergarments you may be out of luck until you hit your first port! I won’t bog you down with the obvious shirts, shorts, and shoes. Here is a list of some things I recommend: 

  1. Wheel spinner suitcase
  2. Swim diapers (for the beaches)
  3. Outlet Adapter
  4. Small Portable fan
  5. Hand Sanitizer
  6. Wine (check specific cruise line for details)
  7. Corkscrew
  8. Cabin nightlight
  9. Poo-Pourri
  10. Over the door shoe organizer (not for shoes but toiletries)..those bathrooms are small!
  11. Sticky notes - to leave messages for family in the cabin
  12. Ziploc Bags- perfect to keep things dry or separate wet items while in port
  13. Beach Towel- something that folds up nicely while in port
  14. Mask and Snorkel for those port adventures
  15. Slip resistant sandals
  16. Phone charger
  17. Re-chargeable batter pack
  18. Phone/ camera dry pouch
  19. Wide- Brimmed Hat/ Sunhat
  20. Sunscreen
  21. Binoculars- especially for for those Alaskan cruises
  22. Copy of your passport
  23. Sweater for the ship
  24. Lanyard for your room key
  25. Insect repellant
  26. Anti-nausea medication
  27. Sunglasses
  28. Beach cover-up
  29. Backpack
  30. Cabin Alarm clock
  31. Towel Clips
  32. Refillable Cup- for water
  33. Extra prescription medication
  34. Cash
  35. Books to read on the ship
  36. Nice attire for eating in the dining room at dinner

There is so much you can bring on a cruise but it is important to remember that the cabins are typically small and do not have a lot of extra space. The most important thing to remember is to just relax and have fun!

Please reach out to Marvelous Mouse Travels for more information.

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