ishophepays Posted April 21, 2011 #1 Share Posted April 21, 2011 I have to make a list for my newbie son and d-i-l of things they should bring on their cruise and am looking for suggestions. They are in the 35-40 yrs range and have a 2 1/2 yr old boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vols_159 Posted April 21, 2011 #2 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Birth control in less he wants a present in 9 months! But really Passport credit card drivers license some cash.. one thing people forget is ICEE the after sunburned cream! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorapp Posted April 21, 2011 #3 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Don't leave home without... 1. Passports :D 2. Family members :rolleyes: 3. Clothes :eek: All the rest is small stuff! If you do a forum search for "packing list" you should get some good posts. I've never cruised with a small child, so don't have any specific suggestions other than a favorite bedtime toy and a small pharmacy of over the counter meds in case of fever/sniffles/boo boos. We seem to take less and less with each cruise, so try to resist the urge to over pack. Enjoy the cruise, and (honestly) don't sweat the small stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KandJCruising Posted April 21, 2011 #4 Share Posted April 21, 2011 DW eDocs/passport/travel docs meds small power strip and applicable chargers empty bag to pack home souvenirs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davesgirl51 Posted April 21, 2011 #5 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Don't leave home without...1. Passports :D 2. Family members :rolleyes: 3. Clothes :eek: All the rest is small stuff! If you do a forum search for "packing list" you should get some good posts. I've never cruised with a small child, so don't have any specific suggestions other than a favorite bedtime toy and a small pharmacy of over the counter meds in case of fever/sniffles/boo boos. We seem to take less and less with each cruise, so try to resist the urge to over pack. Enjoy the cruise, and (honestly) don't sweat the small stuff. How about the 2 page ticket :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davesgirl51 Posted April 21, 2011 #6 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Seriously - a shawl or sweater :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retired rascal Posted April 21, 2011 #7 Share Posted April 21, 2011 All you really NEEEED: goood attitude, passport, drivers license or other government picture i.d., money, ship papers to board. Things it's good to have: small flashlight, pen and post its, books or kindle or games, sunglasses, sunscreen, lanyard for ship card, small day bag for excursions, crystal light to save soda money, lots of plastic bags, extra fold up suitcase for all the stuff you buy so you can get it home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinterSky Posted April 22, 2011 #8 Share Posted April 22, 2011 Pack everything you want to take with you... then take half of it out and put it back in the closet. It took us a couple of trips to realize that we were taking way too many clothes. And if you travel light, there is always room to bring home your vacation finds and gifts for the children and grandchildren! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luddite Posted April 22, 2011 #9 Share Posted April 22, 2011 ID Tickets Credit card Medications Spouse Everything else is negotiable or can be gotten on the ship or at the ports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms belp Posted April 22, 2011 #10 Share Posted April 22, 2011 Seriously - a shawl or sweater :) Sweater, a shawl won't do for long. It is cold on the ships. Good post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hopes4 Posted April 22, 2011 #11 Share Posted April 22, 2011 IDTickets Credit card Medications Spouse Everything else is negotiable or can be gotten on the ship or at the ports. Everything else is negotiable??? Even his child? Dangnabbit, I try every year to give up my kids for Lent with no takers... Next year maybe I should bring them on a cruise and ask there! :D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rondb Posted April 22, 2011 #12 Share Posted April 22, 2011 Drink money. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiftyguy Posted April 22, 2011 #13 Share Posted April 22, 2011 Backpack with many zipper pockets. I find it great for toting everything I need when visiting ports - water bottle, sunglasses, ship card, Id, sunscreen etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NW Pacific Posted April 22, 2011 #14 Share Posted April 22, 2011 Flashlight! Beleive me, if/when power goes out, it is very handy, I also take a small battery candle, to use as a nightlight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms belp Posted April 22, 2011 #15 Share Posted April 22, 2011 I love the little 10 pack of Hefty Handy Saks sold at Target. They don't line your trash cans and these prove very helpful if you want to get rid of things like strawberry stems. Wet stuff. Really! They are useful for wet bathing suits, etc. Best thing I ever purchased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadKitteh Posted April 22, 2011 #16 Share Posted April 22, 2011 I insist on having a lanyard for my ship card. It doesn't require a pocket and I can take it everywhere with me (hottub included!) so I never lose it. Sweatshirt Highlighter, pen Docs/Passport 2 swim suits since 1 is always wet enough underwear for a week a few shirts couple pairs of shorts slacks/skirt white hot outfit! 2 pair flip flops, 1 pair dressy shoes standard toiletries (toothbrush/paste, deoderant,razor, hair gel/spray and any specialty items) spray sunblock (it is easier to reapply so you actually do it) medication - cold, headache, allergy, bonine, immodium That is all you ACTUALLY need. You can add to that as need be. I don't find a need for a power strip since I spend so little time in the cabin there is no need to have 10 million things plugged in at once. As for the 2 year old, make sure there is extra clothing, comfy shoes and whatever toy or entertainment item they can't do without. I was told to pack, then unpack and remove some items, repack and repeat. I take a carry on bag and a backpack, nothing else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luddite Posted April 22, 2011 #17 Share Posted April 22, 2011 Everything else is negotiable??? Even his child? Dangnabbit, I try every year to give up my kids for Lent with no takers... Next year maybe I should bring them on a cruise and ask there! :D:D :) He asked what can I not leave without. I couldn't recommend for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minoushka Posted April 22, 2011 #18 Share Posted April 22, 2011 I find my heated rollers a real help on BAD HAIR DAYS . Plug them in Put them on WAIT Off VOILA HUman again with a head of curls It does give you a lift I will travel with them again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willysgrandma Posted April 22, 2011 #19 Share Posted April 22, 2011 A small travel clock or a watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coastalbreezes Posted April 22, 2011 #20 Share Posted April 22, 2011 The first thing in my suitcase is always my favorite 16 oz. travel coffee mug. The cups on the ships are too small! I get up every morning, pour a big ole mug of coffee and head somewhere quiet to enjoy my java and a good book. Also, lots of small bills for tips along the way! TracyE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerseyGem Posted April 22, 2011 #21 Share Posted April 22, 2011 If the child has a set bedtime routine involving a particular "lovey," blanket and/or book, etc., make sure you bring them along. At that age, sleeping in a strange bed can be upsetting enough- make it as home-like as possible. and definitely more than one bathing suit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Got2Cruise Posted April 22, 2011 #22 Share Posted April 22, 2011 Don't forget a bunch of one dollar bills for tipping room service and the porters, etc. Anything you forget you can buy on the ship. I once forgot sneakers and I was going to Disney the next day, I needed sneakers to walk around Disney. Don't worry, the ship sold them, and they were reasonably priced. :) When we went to Alaska and were cruising Glacier Bay, Voila, out came the hats, gloves in the shops. So, the basics are passport, charge card, dollar bills.:D And if you don't have a passport, get one, it makes life so much easier when traveling even if not mandatory for that particular trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davesgirl51 Posted April 22, 2011 #23 Share Posted April 22, 2011 If the child has a set bedtime routine involving a particular "lovey," blanket and/or book, etc., make sure you bring them along. At that age, sleeping in a strange bed can be upsetting enough- make it as home-like as possible. and definitely more than one bathing suit! Great post ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KandJCruising Posted April 22, 2011 #24 Share Posted April 22, 2011 The first thing in my suitcase is always my favorite 16 oz. travel coffee mug. The cups on the ships are too small! I get up every morning, pour a big ole mug of coffee and head somewhere quiet to enjoy my java and a good book. Also, lots of small bills for tips along the way! TracyE Ditto on the small bills. The bank always looks at me like I'm crazy when I ask for the $100 bundle of singles. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carnac767 Posted April 22, 2011 #25 Share Posted April 22, 2011 Amazon Kindle Digital Camera Extra camera battery Extra camera memory Power strip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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