LPut714 Posted September 26, 2012 #101 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I am surprised the number of folks on Carnival that took power strips as ours got nabbed and labled as a not allowed. It was returned at the end of the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2McCormicks Posted September 26, 2012 #102 Share Posted September 26, 2012 Never forget air freshener. You will be in a small space with another human being. :cool: Ziploc bags and lots of them. They come in handy for all kinds of stuff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cactuscruise Posted September 26, 2012 #103 Share Posted September 26, 2012 What is the one thing you really wish you had packed and didn't? Might get some good ideas from this. I have started a list (don't sail till next May) so I can hopefully not forget to much.:rolleyes: After many cruises I've found that the biggest mistake you can make is bringing all the items on those ridiculous packing lists. When it comes to cruising, less is definitely more. I've learned to pack very lightly and I don't miss what I don't have. For a week I can live without carrying everything and the kitchen sink with me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twinbee Posted September 26, 2012 #104 Share Posted September 26, 2012 On one of my cruises I forgot to pack a pair of long pants/jeans. I guess I was not thinking of hitting any cooler temps, but at night it did get cool. Now, no matter where we go, or what time of year, I always make sure I have one pair of pants with me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smplyblessed619 Posted September 26, 2012 #105 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I have gotten a lot of great tips from this thread! Thanks for starting it, next May will be here before you know it! I've made a list of things NOT to forget in my "Date With Destiny" journal I'm doing in a hopes to be able to write a review when I return. PS-the chocolates for the crew was an AWESOME idea! And seeing how I'm a couponer, I can get those for freeeee :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adjburch Posted September 26, 2012 #106 Share Posted September 26, 2012 Chapstick with sunscreen in it and aloe in case sunscreen isn't fully covered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DKF97 Posted September 26, 2012 #107 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I am surprised the number of folks on Carnival that took power strips as ours got nabbed and labled as a not allowed. It was returned at the end of the cruise. We took a brand new, still in the package strip. I wonder if that makes any difference? Sure don't want to be without it. We'd manage but it made for alot less hassle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YB Nrml Posted September 26, 2012 #108 Share Posted September 26, 2012 First cruise I forgot my prescription sunglasses. Had to be at the airport at 3:00 am so they got left in the glove box. Miserable! Now I always make sure they're in my purse. Last cruise as we're boarding the ship DH turns to me and says he forgot to pack swim trunks! Ship prices were ridiculous so he had to wait for our first port so we could buy a cheap pair. Gave him grief all week long! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
novinha Posted September 26, 2012 #109 Share Posted September 26, 2012 After many cruises I've found that the biggest mistake you can make is bringing all the items on those ridiculous packing lists. When it comes to cruising, less is definitely more. I've learned to pack very lightly and I don't miss what I don't have. For a week I can live without carrying everything and the kitchen sink with me. We have usually cruised with a group. Every single cruise, without exception, we've come to the rescue for one of our group who forgot it, thought they had it, assumed the ship provided it, didn't think they'd need or want it, or just plain knew that I'd have it. We either saved their bacon or saved them money. We also manage very nicely with stowing all this stuff in a small cabin. We don't bring huge amounts of anything, just a good variety. So...to each his/her own. Less is more, but more is better for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froufie Posted September 26, 2012 #110 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I am surprised the number of folks on Carnival that took power strips as ours got nabbed and labled as a not allowed. It was returned at the end of the cruise. Instead of a power strip I bring one of these - works great in the cabin (and for other travel as well!) http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-Mini-Surge-Protector-Charger/dp/B0015DYMVO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348667363&sr=8-1&keywords=belkin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alymb03 Posted September 26, 2012 #111 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I'm not sure why but I always forget to bring enough cash. Even when I make sure to bring extra cash, I always run out and end up buying everyone shot glasses and key chains as souveniers in the ports lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovefuninthesun Posted September 26, 2012 #112 Share Posted September 26, 2012 What is the one thing you really wish you had packed and didn't? Might get some good ideas from this. I have started a list (don't sail till next May) so I can hopefully not forget to much.:rolleyes: On one cruise it was pouring rain in Miami, and our suitcases got soaked, I assume when in the baggage carts that the porters use . Consequently, when we finally received our bags late that afternoon, all of our clothes had been wet for a long time -- soaked and smelly!. Now I line the bag with plastic, and cover clothes with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
novinha Posted September 26, 2012 #113 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I like that. Thanks for the link. Just sometimes I wish it wasn't so easy to buy things on Amazon! My DH would agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DKF97 Posted September 26, 2012 #114 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I like that. Thanks for the link. Just sometimes I wish it wasn't so easy to buy things on Amazon! My DH would agree. HA! I grabbed it up too! Gotta love Amazon prime! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erinpdx Posted September 26, 2012 #115 Share Posted September 26, 2012 Chapstick with sunscreen in it and aloe in case sunscreen isn't fully covered. This is a really important one! I burned my lips one year and they blistered. Very painful!:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakesidelady Posted September 26, 2012 #116 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I pack a tooth repair kit (very small 2x2) and a tube of oragel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruisin4cruisin Posted September 26, 2012 #117 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I pack a tooth repair kit (very small 2x2) and a tube of oragel. A few years back, my MIL had a toothache, she was treating it with wine and vodka. I bumped into a dentist on board and he said he would check her out to see if she needed to get it tended to before we were home...7 day cruise, pain on day 1. He tried contacting her room a few times, but she never answered. I thought that was very nice of him to offer that while on vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissyMac13 Posted September 26, 2012 #118 Share Posted September 26, 2012 We forgot sunscreen on our last cruise and bought some in the gift shop. I don't remember the brand, but it is the nicest smelling sunscreen that I have ever used. I plan to buy more of it on our next cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browniiz Posted September 26, 2012 #119 Share Posted September 26, 2012 The only thing I forgot was an alarm clock. It was my first cruise and I packed enough stuff to last a month Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleJeanne Posted September 26, 2012 #120 Share Posted September 26, 2012 Never forget air freshener. You will be in a small space with another human being. :cool: Ziploc bags and lots of them. They come in handy for all kinds of stuff! I pack some of the jumbo zip loc bags to stash dirty clothes in. I hate opening the closet door and smelling sweaty clothes and smelly socks. Many years back I would pack each swimsuit in a 1 gallon bag and stuff the bags with dirty socks etc for the trip back. Now I just take 2-3 of the huge jumbo bags to seal up the smelly dirty stuff until we get home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abigail11 Posted September 26, 2012 #121 Share Posted September 26, 2012 Great thread. Lots of good ideas. I am of the carry-on belief. We take a two week cruise with a few days added on either end with a carry on and a small bag. Since I stopped checking luggage, it has not been lost, misplaced, soaked, or late in arriving. The trick is to take small sizes of everything (to be airplane proof). It is impossible to carry enough clothing for a month's travel, so you get used to washing things out and wearing them more than once. Since we live in Las Vegas, I carry about 10 or 15 "gambling chip"magnets with me that I hand out to desk clerks, helpful locals, etc. They seem to like the idea, but for ship stewards and waiters, they like that the chip is wrapped with real money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare richstowe Posted September 26, 2012 #122 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I pack a tooth repair kit (very small 2x2) and a tube of oragel.Afraid to ask but what is a tooth repair kit? Is it anything like an eyeglass repair kit? :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oliver9608 Posted September 26, 2012 #123 Share Posted September 26, 2012 forgot dress shoes so i had to wear my flipflops with my tux Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunburns Posted September 26, 2012 #124 Share Posted September 26, 2012 forgot dress shoes so i had to wear my flipflops with my tux ..and, undoubtedly, got looks as if you planned it that way, and came home to a scathing thread dedicated to you ;) hahaha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anitabreak Posted September 26, 2012 #125 Share Posted September 26, 2012 I agree, the ziplock bags are great, especially for wet bathingsuits, another thing i want to remind the ladies traveling with teenage daughters, though we may not need them anymore, make sure your daughters bring "feminine products" (sorry men) i once paid 15.00 for a box 0f tampons in bermuda!!! i always bring an assortment of zip closure bags. They are great for keeping small things together, and for making sure shampoo and conditioner, tooth paste don't get squished out and all over clothes. Use them for your wrinkle release and febreeze stuff as well.Also they are great for keeping dirty clothes in. I second the lip sunscreen and moisturizer tubes, i always take several now after losing one on the beach somewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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