handbellplayer Posted October 20, 2011 #1 Share Posted October 20, 2011 It seems like every cruise I bring my sneakers and socks and never wear them. I am trying to pack lightly this trip (4 day Monarch), and I was thinking of leaving them home. We will not be getting off the ship in Nassau (been there, done that), and we may parasail at CocoCay. Otherwise we'll just be hanging out on the ship. Can anyone think of a reason I would need closed toed shoes on this trip? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonnaK Posted October 20, 2011 #2 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I never bring them on 7 day Caribbean cruises. On Allure, they were required for the zipline, but they had lender shoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rr-eloy07 Posted October 20, 2011 #3 Share Posted October 20, 2011 You need closed toed shoes for a galley tour, if that is something you are interested in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superduper123 Posted October 20, 2011 #4 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I always bring them on every cruise also, because I think I am going to exercise!! Those, and my workout clothes too, which I have yet to actually ever use! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wwcruisers Posted October 20, 2011 #5 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I've found that water shoes work just as well as sneakers for some things you can't wear flip-flops for (like the zip-line at Labadee). Some of the beaches (like Labadee) are rocky enough to need them too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisesR4me Posted October 20, 2011 #6 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Are closed toe shoes required in the gym? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spammie Posted October 20, 2011 #7 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I use mine when I go to the gym on board but if I didn't go to the gym I would leave them home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mation101 Posted October 20, 2011 #8 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Are closed toe shoes required in the gym? I cant imagine what you would be doing in the gym, that you would not wear some form of sneaker. Unless you mean to just walk thru then its fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
struther1 Posted October 20, 2011 #9 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I cant imagine what you would be doing in the gym, that you would not wear some form of sneaker. Unless you mean to just walk thru then its fine. Not sure about the poster of this question but I sometimes lift weights (machines) while wearing flip flops instead of shoes. Not sure if anything was posted onboard about shoes being required in the gym but no one said anything about lifting in flip flops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted October 20, 2011 #10 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I don't use the gym and we don't do excursions that require "hiking"..and have never brought sneakers on a cruise.... If you don't plan on doing some activity that requires them, don't bring'em! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d4nigirl Posted October 20, 2011 #11 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I bring them because I wear them on the plane. I just don't feel comfortable wearing flip flops when flying. I basically wear them while we're shopping or exploring a port. Other than those though, I'm wearing flip flops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmf123 Posted October 20, 2011 #12 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I bring them because I wear them on the plane. I just don't feel comfortable wearing flip flops when flying. You're smart. The travel and security experts point out that, in case of an on-board emergency that requires evacuating the airplane, sneakers or low-heeled shoes with good traction are going to be more useful than sandals, high heels or dress shoes with slippery soles. Imagine evacuating a plane in an emergency with flip flops on (or having to walk through security barefoot). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handbellplayer Posted October 20, 2011 Author #13 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Thanks everybody! We're driving, not flying. I may wear them in the car (since it will be cool) and leave them there. I should hit the gym, but I won't, so its flip-flops and sandals for me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Faith Posted October 20, 2011 #14 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I always bring them on every cruise also, because I think I am going to exercise!! Those, and my workout clothes too, which I have yet to actually ever use! Haha! Same here! They're going to stay in my closet for our next cruise. Even on island tours, a pair of good walking sandals works fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanFromFL Posted October 20, 2011 #15 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Given that we always seem to have the "shoe" discussion when packing (as in "why are you brining an entire suitcase full of shoes???"), perhaps I could convince you to have a chat with my DW? Sometimes it feels as if we need to book another cabin, just for the shoes! :D Somehow I manage to get by with three pairs of shoes - flipflops (pool), running/walking shoes (gym & shore excursion), and loafers (dinners in the MDR or specialty restaurants). That's it...three pairs, and since I wear one of the three when we embark, that's only two in the suitcase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baggal Posted October 20, 2011 #16 Share Posted October 20, 2011 You're smart. The travel and security experts point out that, in case of an on-board emergency that requires evacuating the airplane, sneakers or low-heeled shoes with good traction are going to be more useful than sandals, high heels or dress shoes with slippery soles. Imagine evacuating a plane in an emergency with flip flops on (or having to walk through security barefoot). In case anybody has to travel through Newark Airport: if you're wearing sandals or any kind of shoe without some sort of socks, you still have to take your shoes off and walk barefoot on a cold floor without carpeting that looks like it hasn't been washed in several years! Yuck! I head straight to the ladies room and literally wash my feet after going through security there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spookwife Posted October 20, 2011 #17 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Are closed toe shoes required in the gym? yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayfairers Posted October 20, 2011 #18 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I've found that water shoes work just as well as sneakers for some things you can't wear flip-flops for (like the zip-line at Labadee). Some of the beaches (like Labadee) are rocky enough to need them too. I use my water shoes in the gym if I don't have a reason to take my short hikers or my sneakers. I've seen people working out in flip flops several times so I don't think closed toed shoes are required in the workout room. I wouldn't want to use the treadmill at 4mph in flip flops, but there are several workouts that would be ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linco711 Posted October 21, 2011 #19 Share Posted October 21, 2011 Given that we always seem to have the "shoe" discussion when packing (as in "why are you brining an entire suitcase full of shoes???"), perhaps I could convince you to have a chat with my DW? Sometimes it feels as if we need to book another cabin, just for the shoes! :D Somehow I manage to get by with three pairs of shoes - flipflops (pool), running/walking shoes (gym & shore excursion), and loafers (dinners in the MDR or specialty restaurants). That's it...three pairs, and since I wear one of the three when we embark, that's only two in the suitcase. I don't think we need a guys opinion on this:D. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khm1 Posted October 21, 2011 #20 Share Posted October 21, 2011 I use my water shoes in the gym if I don't have a reason to take my short hikers or my sneakers. I've seen people working out in flip flops several times so I don't think closed toed shoes are required in the workout room. I wouldn't want to use the treadmill at 4mph in flip flops, but there are several workouts that would be ok. I went to the gym in sport sandals once (on Serenade, I think). I didn't bring sneakers that time. I was told by the gym staff that I needed closed toe shoes to use the facilities. Now, I fly with my gym shoes on since they are the heaviest shoes that I bring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bookish Angel Posted October 21, 2011 #21 Share Posted October 21, 2011 I wear them when exercising, on the plane, and for general walking around on excursions. For me, flip flops and sandals don't have enough arch support and since I am pretty active even while on vacation, I don't want aching feet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langley Cruisers Posted October 21, 2011 #22 Share Posted October 21, 2011 ... in case of an on-board emergency that requires evacuating the airplane, sneakers or low-heeled shoes with good traction are going to be more useful than sandals, high heels or dress shoes with slippery soles. Imagine evacuating a plane in an emergency with flip flops on (or having to walk through security barefoot). Not to be picky, but if you're going to be sliding down one of those evacuation chutes, you're not allowed to wear shoes anyway. But your point is taken. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zu~ Posted October 21, 2011 #23 Share Posted October 21, 2011 going down an airplane emergency slide, but you shouldn't wear pointy heels because they could punch a hole. Your butt is going to get hot hot hot slidin' down, but if you make it that far alive then who cares-hopefully travel insurance will cover the pointy heeled shoes you left behind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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