Need some help with packing for your cruise? While packing for a vacation may seem like a no-brainer, there are actually a few guidelines you should follow with respect to packing for cruises.
You certainly don't want to make the mistake of packing too lightly and then buying what you need onboard. Even if you will find items to buy on the ship, they are likely to be very expensive and your options are going to be limited.
The first thing to assess is if you are going on a formal or casual cruise. Keep in mind that in most cases, formal means semi-formal on cruises. This means that instead of donning your best tuxedo and fancy ball gown, opt for a nice suit and a pretty cocktail dress instead. Think of it as having to get dressed for a nice church wedding. If you are going to be on a formal cruise and you don't want to dress up, you can also eat at different times, ask for casual dining, or order room service in your cabin.
Choose clothing that won't take too much packing space, that won't wrinkle easily and that you feel comfortable wearing several times during the trip. As an example, you can pack something neutral such as a black skirt or dark jeans which you can match with different tops to create different looks.
Since laundry facilities are usually provided, you should plan on washing clothes at least once while on your trip. This will help you pack a little more lightly, especially if you are taking a long cruise. If you plan to buy clothing as souvenirs, you might want to plan on wearing them, to cut down on packing space. And when it is time to think of packing toiletries, try to stick with travel size containers.
Customize your packing according to the locations you will be touring, and the weather you will encounter. If you are going to tropical locations, multiple cotton layers are the way to go. If you're not sure, find out what the climate is like in that area and at that time of year, or ask your cruise agent.
Leave expensive and irreplaceable items at home, since losing them or having them stolen would ruin your vacation. Leave them at home and bring along cheaper substitutes. Keep all your necessary valuable items-money, documents, identification, medicine, camera, cell phone-with you on your carry-on.
As a final suggestion, check with your travel agencies about possible restrictions on items you can bring on the ship.
You certainly don't want to make the mistake of packing too lightly and then buying what you need onboard. Even if you will find items to buy on the ship, they are likely to be very expensive and your options are going to be limited.
The first thing to assess is if you are going on a formal or casual cruise. Keep in mind that in most cases, formal means semi-formal on cruises. This means that instead of donning your best tuxedo and fancy ball gown, opt for a nice suit and a pretty cocktail dress instead. Think of it as having to get dressed for a nice church wedding. If you are going to be on a formal cruise and you don't want to dress up, you can also eat at different times, ask for casual dining, or order room service in your cabin.
Choose clothing that won't take too much packing space, that won't wrinkle easily and that you feel comfortable wearing several times during the trip. As an example, you can pack something neutral such as a black skirt or dark jeans which you can match with different tops to create different looks.
Since laundry facilities are usually provided, you should plan on washing clothes at least once while on your trip. This will help you pack a little more lightly, especially if you are taking a long cruise. If you plan to buy clothing as souvenirs, you might want to plan on wearing them, to cut down on packing space. And when it is time to think of packing toiletries, try to stick with travel size containers.
Customize your packing according to the locations you will be touring, and the weather you will encounter. If you are going to tropical locations, multiple cotton layers are the way to go. If you're not sure, find out what the climate is like in that area and at that time of year, or ask your cruise agent.
Leave expensive and irreplaceable items at home, since losing them or having them stolen would ruin your vacation. Leave them at home and bring along cheaper substitutes. Keep all your necessary valuable items-money, documents, identification, medicine, camera, cell phone-with you on your carry-on.
As a final suggestion, check with your travel agencies about possible restrictions on items you can bring on the ship.
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