PalmBeachMom Posted October 27, 2011 #1 Share Posted October 27, 2011 I am thinking of using Space Bags for packing as they mean more space and less wrinkles. BUT, I haven't been on the Prinsendam for a few years SO did your room steward use an upright vacuum cleaner or a canister vac? For those of you who have never used space bags, you suck the air out of the bag using the metal tube on a canister vacuum...... which I will need to do when I pack to go home! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted October 27, 2011 #2 Share Posted October 27, 2011 I have not sailed Prinsendam but all the stewards on all the HAL ships we have sailed (all but two) use canister vacuums. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRL_Joanie Posted October 27, 2011 #3 Share Posted October 27, 2011 I am thinking of using Space Bags for packing as they mean more space and less wrinkles. BUT, I haven't been on the Prinsendam for a few years SOdid your room steward use an upright vacuum cleaner or a canister vac? For those of you who have never used space bags, you suck the air out of the bag using the metal tube on a canister vacuum...... which I will need to do when I pack to go home! Here is a photo of the Vaccuum used on HAL Ships: Joanie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthC Posted October 27, 2011 #4 Share Posted October 27, 2011 The vacuum question was answered. I wanted to let you know, if you don't already, that there are Space Bags now which you roll to get the air out. Also, Zip Lock Bags can be almost closed, then force the air out and close the rest of the way. No need to worry about finding a steward with a vacuum cleaner when you need him. (enjoy the Prinsendam. she's a beautiful ship.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted October 27, 2011 #5 Share Posted October 27, 2011 I get the oversize zip loc bags at Target and they're wonderful. Our local WalMart also carries the extra large size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PalmBeachMom Posted October 28, 2011 Author #6 Share Posted October 28, 2011 Thanks to everyone for answers and advice. I already have the Space Bags so I now know I can use them. Looking forward to being back on the PRDM soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the2ofus Posted October 28, 2011 #7 Share Posted October 28, 2011 Lucky you! I LOVE that ship! Enjoy your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted October 28, 2011 #8 Share Posted October 28, 2011 Thanks to everyone for answers and advice. I already have the Space Bags so I now know I can use them. Looking forward to being back on the PRDM soon! you mean you haven't packed yet ;):D;) See you soon:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PalmBeachMom Posted October 28, 2011 Author #9 Share Posted October 28, 2011 you mean you haven't packed yet ;):D;) See you soon:) Nope! Just got my mother set so I can leave for three weeks and I am going to NYC this weekend to visit my daughter! But the lists have been going on in my head for a while! And I did pick up some euros yesterday! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted October 28, 2011 #10 Share Posted October 28, 2011 Years ago I bought sweater and blanket bags that I use. The sweater bags are great as we just leave our underwear in them and them just but them into the drawers that way. Never certain if the drawers are really that clean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kazu Posted October 28, 2011 #11 Share Posted October 28, 2011 Nope! Just got my mother set so I can leave for three weeks and I am going to NYC this weekend to visit my daughter! But the lists have been going on in my head for a while! And I did pick up some euros yesterday! good for you:D we haven't packed yet either - I just couldn't resist :) sorry for the thread drift Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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