alphakitty Posted December 4, 2012 #126 Share Posted December 4, 2012 If we are on a beachy itinerary, I pack my spring float. It's great for relaxing in the water, packs flat so it's easy to fit inside the suitcase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herbanrenewal Posted December 4, 2012 #127 Share Posted December 4, 2012 I make a copy of front and back of my credit card and ATM card and enlarge it so I can easily read that tiny print on back to see.the emergency contact phone numbers to call if my cards are lost or stolen. I keep it with my passport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlendaleCruiser Posted December 6, 2012 #128 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Here is one I haven't seen yet. For 15+ years now I have been bringing a roll of my own TP. I don't care for the John Wayne TP in the bathrooms on ships. What do I mean by John Wayne TP? Rough and tough and don't take crap off of anyone. This is what clogs up the system and creates plumbing problems for everyone on your floor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlendaleCruiser Posted December 6, 2012 #129 Share Posted December 6, 2012 I always bring the plastic hangers (I can get them at the thrift store for 12 for .99 ) I bring at least a dozen and leave them behind when I go. Stewards will use them for other passengers who ask for extra hangers and I have room in my suitcase for souvenirs. RE: Anti-diarrhea medicine. Bring it for sure. Passengers have been quarantined to their rooms for 2-3 days in fear that they had norovirus when they went to ship's doctor for medicine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustyroad Posted December 9, 2012 #130 Share Posted December 9, 2012 my backscratcher. i cant go a night without that annoying itch that you just cant get too. it doesnt take up any space in the bag and boy am i glad too have it. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin'again Posted April 13, 2013 #131 Share Posted April 13, 2013 Note cards, like thank you notes....the staff on board really appreciate being thanked for service....this is in addition to completing an ;official' comment at guest services. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsd912 Posted April 14, 2013 #132 Share Posted April 14, 2013 Here's a couple things I haven't seen mentioned: If you're a gum chewed, don't forget to bring some with you. To solve the TP issue (because the ship does us marine grade for a reason) we bring Cottonelle wipes, and sandwich zip baggies to dispose of them in. If you're a soda drinker and fiercely prefer one brand over another, find out which one your ship carries. Then you can bring yours if they don't have it. Shower poufs, because the ship's body wash (on Carnival anyway) doesn't lather very well with just a washcloth. We also bring those suction cup hooks to hang them in the shower with since space in there is already at a premium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imnance Posted April 14, 2013 #133 Share Posted April 14, 2013 (edited) For those of us who like to have a fan for sleeping or whatever, these are a gem! http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11209339&cagpspn=pla Amazon has them cheaper. http://www.amazon.com/O2Cool-1041-S006-001-Portable-Battery-Operated-Fan/dp/B001AVMSEY/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1365955725&sr=1-1 Edited April 14, 2013 by imnance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzky Posted April 16, 2013 #134 Share Posted April 16, 2013 Keep up the good suggestions. 1. If laundry on board I back Purex 3 in 1 laundry sheets. 2. Garbage bag with odor control for dirty clothing. 3. Copies of receipts for cameras and other electronic devices as proof of ownership in inside pockets of camera case. Stopped several times in customs wanting to know if I purchased these items on this cruise. 4. Fly swatter if going to the Caribbean. 5. Tie the brightest ribbons around luggage handles for easy locating in airport and cruise terminal. Roseanna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise4Sunshine Posted April 16, 2013 #135 Share Posted April 16, 2013 Not that I'm a complete germaphobe, but I bring Clorox wipes and, on arrival, super clean door knobs, light switches, TV remote, telephone and such from the last cruisers in my stateroom. With Norovirus always being a threat, one can't be too sure. I also use them on the plane to clean the table and armrests to avoid picking up something on the plane. Happy Cruising! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmoothFlying Posted April 16, 2013 #136 Share Posted April 16, 2013 :confused: My mother-in-law. Isn't the PURPOSE of ANY vacation, (epically a cruise) is to have a GOOD time ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmoothFlying Posted April 16, 2013 #137 Share Posted April 16, 2013 For those of us who like to have a fan for sleeping or whatever, these are a gem! http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11209339&cagpspn=pla Amazon has them cheaper. http://www.amazon.com/O2Cool-1041-S006-001-Portable-Battery-Operated-Fan/dp/B001AVMSEY/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1365955725&sr=1-1 A sound machine, called a Homedics Soundspa, it has several 'natural' sounds, I bought for about $20, that AND earplugs can ALMOST down out the snores of the DH. LOLLLLL !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imnance Posted April 16, 2013 #138 Share Posted April 16, 2013 1. If laundry on board I back Purex 3 in 1 laundry sheets. I read on here, in another thread, that these are no longer being made. Have you purchased any recently? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisingalot Posted April 16, 2013 #139 Share Posted April 16, 2013 Just joining this thread, so don't know if this was posted... Bring a night light! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Hag Posted April 16, 2013 #140 Share Posted April 16, 2013 White noise machine, since you just never know about how noisey you cabin might be. No matter how carefully you choose, you might end up with loud neighbors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treven Posted April 17, 2013 #141 Share Posted April 17, 2013 (edited) As was posted, a white noise machine. Also, NyQuil and DayQuil. I caught a major cold in Costa Rica a couple years ago and had to buy those things from the gift shop. One would think they were made of cold-pressed Latium (at least I think that was the phrase on Star Trek for something very expensive). Edited April 17, 2013 by Treven Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2specialkidsforme Posted April 17, 2013 #142 Share Posted April 17, 2013 A travel size can of static guard - just picked up at target for 1.50 - last trip forgot and bought at hotel little shop for $5.00, Stamps for postcards Lip sunscreen - my lips blistered in Haiti in February - ouch! Gum for airplane Antibacterial travel bottle Important phone numbers and addresses- ie number if lose credit card, to send postcards Slippers - will not walk around barefoot or even in just socks in cabin or hotel rooms A few single serve bags of trail mix Extra pair of contacts Always pack a few plastic trash bags for dirty laundry - separate in dif bags so can do quickly when I get home Copy of any onboard credit - last cruise it did not show up and giving copy expedited the process UNO - good to have a card game in case bad weather, etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buchhalm Posted April 17, 2013 #143 Share Posted April 17, 2013 my backscratcher. i cant go a night without that annoying itch that you just cant get too. ..... and boy am i glad too have it. :D I too, travel with my wife Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmoothFlying Posted April 17, 2013 #144 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Noise machine /travel alarm clock--we are used to sleeping with the "white noise"... Magellan's has a nice "Sound Oasis" one, great for background noise and alarm. We also carry a light weight digital luggage scale..no more over 50 lbs.! Made by Homedics.Along with ear plugs for the problem snorer, AIN'T gonna say WHICH one !! :) Also several medium sized paper clamps, for those pesky window curtains, LOL !! Because, NO matter which side I'm sleeping on, THAT'S the side that's going to get that strip of sunlight in my eyes. :( I'm sure I'll think of some more, if I ask HER. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted April 17, 2013 #145 Share Posted April 17, 2013 :D If we take all of these extra things, we wouldn't have room for clothes! Still, most of us have some odd things we we take along that others would find useless. My ODD thing: Small package of plastic spoons. I keep yogurt in the fridge to have when I wake up in the morning (blood sugar thing) so the little plastic spoons are more convenient to me than the big ones from the buffet. LuLu ~~~~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wassup4565 Posted April 17, 2013 #146 Share Posted April 17, 2013 I sometimes buy artwork which I don't want to get crushed or wrinkled on the trip home. Even in hand luggage, if unprotected it can get bashed around in the overhead compartments or when stuffed under the seat. So now I bring a flattened cardboard shoebox, a large one for running shoes or boots. It takes up almost no space, unfolded and flattened out. Then, if I buy a print or water colour, I can slide it inside where it's protected. On my trip that included Venice, I was able to re-assemble the shoebox and get two theatrical masks home in perfect condition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mermen Posted April 17, 2013 #147 Share Posted April 17, 2013 As was posted, a white noise machine. Also, NyQuil and DayQuil. I caught a major cold in Costa Rica a couple years ago and had to buy those things from the gift shop. One would think they were made of cold-pressed Latium (at least I think that was the phrase on Star Trek for something very expensive). :D Completely agree! After one episode several years ago, we bring a small version of our medicine cabinet! Maybe I'll add Sea Bands to the list (pack in carry-on as TSA lifted my battery operated bands a couple of years ago from luggage). Two years ago going through the Biscayne Bay, realized I needed sea bands, quickly. Ran down to the gift shop and paid a king's ransome for a pair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treven Posted April 18, 2013 #148 Share Posted April 18, 2013 (edited) :D Maybe I'll add Sea Bands to the list (pack in carry-on as TSA lifted my battery operated bands a couple of years ago from luggage). Two years ago going through the Biscayne Bay, realized I needed sea bands, quickly. Ran down to the gift shop and paid a king's ransome for a pair. Sea Bands? Edited April 18, 2013 by Treven Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzky Posted April 18, 2013 #149 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Imnance, It's been awhile since I've found them. When I do, I buy every box I can get my hands on. Roseanna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mermen Posted April 18, 2013 #150 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Sea Bands? They even have them in camo now, :) not my choice, but there are battery operated ones as well, I think they're called "relief bands". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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