Personal fans in staterooms

[Sassy's Mom]

DH and I are extremely dependent on our "box" fan at home to sleep and for air movement (we use it AND the ceiling fan year round). :o Obviously, flying out of O'Hare directly to FLL with a transfer to the ship there is no time to stop and shop for one and it is quite bulky to try and pack.

 

Any recommendations on a packable version. Here in IL, fans won't hit the shelves until mid-March (after our cruise). Any suggestions from our fellow fan-loving cruisers?

[chrysalis]

DH and I are extremely dependent on our "box" fan at home to sleep and for air movement (we use it AND the ceiling fan year round). :o Obviously' date=' flying out of O'Hare directly to FLL with a transfer to the ship there is no time to stop and shop for one and it is quite bulky to try and pack.

 

Any recommendations on a packable version. Here in IL, fans won't hit the shelves until mid-March (after our cruise). Any suggestions from our fellow fan-loving cruisers?[/quote']

 

 

YOu can probably find a small box portable heater with a fan only selection....they will be cheap and they don't take up much space.

[cb at sea]

I have a lightweight plastic "vortex" fan which I travel with....hot flashes...need air movement!!!!. It's not teensy, but it's very light, and will fit in a carry-on size bag. Wal-Mart is where I got it!

[2little time]

DH and I are extremely dependent on our "box" fan at home to sleep and for air movement (we use it AND the ceiling fan year round). :o Obviously, flying out of O'Hare directly to FLL with a transfer to the ship there is no time to stop and shop for one and it is quite bulky to try and pack.

 

Any recommendations on a packable version. Here in IL, fans won't hit the shelves until mid-March (after our cruise). Any suggestions from our fellow fan-loving cruisers?[/quote

 

 

My DH and I are the same way. We like to have air circulating at night. I can't tell you the web site or this post will be moved, but go online and look for small fans. You will find what we did which is a small (8") but mighty little fan which packs easily and plugs in next to the bed.

[DeloreanGirl]

Try searching Amazon.com. You can get it shipped rather fast, most of the time with no tax and free shipping. If it's a smaller fan, like a Vornado, you may be able to put it in a shopping bag (or reusable tote) and carry it on the plane along with your purse. Hope this helps!

[GweninTX]

Get a metal fan - my little plastic one got crushed in my checked luggage. I suggest Amazon to buy one and they do have tiny metal ones!

[porry]

I was under the impression only battery powered fans are an option? Can it be an electric fan ?? Really??

[Gail & Marty sailing away]

On some cruises we bring ours...

[kitty9]

Most cruise lines will take electric fans. Only battery operated ones are allowed.

[Jimnbigd]

As was mentioned, sometimes fans are confiscated and returned the last night. For the noise, you might try one of the white noise machines. As for the breeze, you do have your own thermostat in your cabin and it can be turned down low to get the cabin quite cold (usually). It's not the same thing as a breeze, but it might be your best option.

[Mr XFT]

I've brought along a small fan both times I cruised on Princess, and nobody said one word. This little thing really puts out some air along with white noise. It's pretty cheap and sturdy. It fits in one of those carry-on rolling suitcases, although you have to sacrifice like half the space in there. It's made by Lasko: http://www.google.com/products/catalog?hl=en&q=lasko+505+breeze+machine&gs_sm=e&gs_upl=27334l33916l2l34019l24l23l0l1l1l0l140l1547l21.2l24l0&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.,cf.osb&biw=1440&bih=775&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=230027631298815407&sa=X&ei=rHwsT4KsEMPb0QH50u3wBw&ved=0CFQQ8wIwAA

[earlmarie]

DH and I are extremely dependent on our "box" fan at home to sleep and for air movement (we use it AND the ceiling fan year round). :o Obviously' date=' flying out of O'Hare directly to FLL with a transfer to the ship there is no time to stop and shop for one and it is quite bulky to try and pack.

 

Any recommendations on a packable version. Here in IL, fans won't hit the shelves until mid-March (after our cruise). Any suggestions from our fellow fan-loving cruisers?[/quote']

I took my small electric fan on the Ruby Princess (3 weeks ago) and nothing was said (or confiscated). It's a small metal fan about 6" in diameter - purchased at Kmart years ago. I admit I did unplug it and put it away when we left the cabin, but several times I forgot. The fan was still there when we came back to the cabin. Since it's so small, it didn't take up a lot of luggage room. And as others have said, try Amazon. Don't forget to pack that power strip and extension cord. We plugged in the power strip by the desk, plugged the extension cord in that, then strung the cord behind the headboard to plug in the fan on the other nightstand. Worked beautifully! Happy cruisin'

[Essiesmom]

I have a little 6" fan that blows on me at my computer. I bought it at WalMart and it came in several colors. You might be able to find one at an office supply store. EM

[jettaleea]

Our last 2 cruises we asked for and received a fan on the ship. I can't imagine trying to fit that into my suitcase since I try to pack light. I've never been refused one when I asked.