Nan_Sea Posted June 3, 2013 #201 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I have never needed to use duct tape at home in 52yrs of my life. What do you use it for on a cruise? I am not trying to be rude just wondering what it's used for other than sealing off air from a heating of cooling system duct. I have used duct tape while wrapping wine bottles in bubblewrap.It is a good repair tool for just about anything that may brea, like eye glasses or tears in luggage etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ORrn1951 Posted June 6, 2013 #202 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Taking the /clorox wipes is fine, but please understand that if there is a norovirus outbreak, neither these wipes or alcohol gel will prevent it nor de-activate the virus. Only bleach can do this, and bleach wipes present a challenge to use. Wash your hands- frequently and for 20 sec. minimum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ORrn1951 Posted June 6, 2013 #203 Share Posted June 6, 2013 (edited) Found Purex 3 in 1 sheets at the various dollar stores. Edited June 6, 2013 by ORrn1951 not enough information first time around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamima Posted June 6, 2013 #204 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Taking the /clorox wipes is fine, but please understand that if there is a norovirus outbreak, neither these wipes or alcohol gel will prevent it nor de-activate the virus. Only bleach can do this, and bleach wipes present a challenge to use. Wash your hands- frequently and for 20 sec. minimum. Thanks for saying this. I think the prevalence of the gel on ships lulls people into thinking that will replace hand washing (which is the only real thing that works!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clmom Posted June 6, 2013 #205 Share Posted June 6, 2013 Put the magnets in your checked luggage assuming that your electronic devices will be in your carry on luggage. That's what I did. I put them inside the case that I use for my bathroom items. Tom:) Wrap your magnets in foil, put in a small ziplock bag and tuck into a shoe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natasha708 Posted June 6, 2013 #206 Share Posted June 6, 2013 I have never needed to use duct tape at home in 52yrs of my life. What do you use it for on a cruise? I am not trying to be rude just wondering what it's used for other than sealing off air from a heating of cooling system duct. Agree! I've never brought it on a cruise..saying that now..hope I won't need it..lol can probably find it in most ports if needed. That's a good idea. The funny thing is we do the opposite. We both buy new underwear before the trip. It must have something to do with the way we were raised. Yes me too. I always buy it new for a trip and cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
remydiva Posted June 7, 2013 #207 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Thanks for saying this.I think the prevalence of the gel on ships lulls people into thinking that will replace hand washing (which is the only real thing that works!) According to online info, THIS type of Chlorox wipes DO work for C.Diff and Noro Clorox® Healthcare™ Bleach Germicidal Wipes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tickled2Trvl Posted June 7, 2013 #208 Share Posted June 7, 2013 I have used duct tape while wrapping wine bottles in bubblewrap.It is a good repair tool for just about anything that may brea, like eye glasses or tears in luggage etc. We don't take a whole roll of Duct Tape, we cut a piece of cardboard wide enough for the width of the tape and cover it with aluminum foil, then wrap several yards of Duct Tape around it and place in plastic bag. Works great for little emergencies while traveling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gracie65 Posted June 7, 2013 #209 Share Posted June 7, 2013 Many great ideas and I have used many of them. One thing I have found helps me to cut down on so many shoes is to take a pair of clear heeled sandals. They go with almost anything you wear at night for dinner. The bad thing is I am always in fear I will break a heel so I end up with 2 pairs of clear high heeled sandals!!LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wehwalt Posted June 7, 2013 #210 Share Posted June 7, 2013 (edited) We don't take a whole roll of Duct Tape, we cut a piece of cardboard wide enough for the width of the tape and cover it with aluminum foil, then wrap several yards of Duct Tape around it and place in plastic bag. Works great for little emergencies while traveling. Eyeglass repair tube (along with spare pair). Several extra USB cables, you can buy them online for a buck each and they weigh nothing, if you have a need for them. Two or three extra pens. A couple of band-aids. Printout of useful maps from cruise sites or google, these won't go home with you. Basically, I try to have with me anything they might charge me seven bucks for in the gift shop. If not enough for the entire cruise, at least enough to let me go ashore and pick it up for two bucks. Edited June 7, 2013 by Wehwalt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wehwalt Posted June 7, 2013 #211 Share Posted June 7, 2013 According to online info, THIS type of Chlorox wipes DO work for C.Diff and NoroClorox® Healthcare™ Bleach Germicidal Wipes I do what they ask of me, of course, for good sanitation practices. When we had the norovirus on the Pacific last December, I made a point of wearing long-sleeve shirts that I could draw over my hand when touching handrails and the like. I didn't get it, for whatever reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t60 Posted June 8, 2013 #212 Share Posted June 8, 2013 We don't take a whole roll of Duct Tape, we cut a piece of cardboard wide enough for the width of the tape and cover it with aluminum foil, then wrap several yards of Duct Tape around it and place in plastic bag. Works great for little emergencies while traveling. An old credit, debit or store card works as well. Even seen duct tape wound round a pen Sandy in Spain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cy'all@C Posted June 13, 2013 #213 Share Posted June 13, 2013 An old credit, debit or store card works as well. Even seen duct tape wound round a pen Sandy in Spain On a recent flight the overhead bin above my head would not shut. The flight attendant was frantically trying to "fix it" so we could take off. Passengers were getting antsy. I pulled my little stash of duct tape out of my purse and gave it to her. Problem solved! Passengers applauded! I smiled! :) And I owe it all to this little tip I found on CC. Thanks! Trudy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Kinkacruiser Posted June 13, 2013 #214 Share Posted June 13, 2013 An old credit, debit or store card works as well. Even seen duct tape wound round a pen Sandy in Spain Certainly beats packing a heavy roll - thanks for that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
las313 Posted June 14, 2013 #215 Share Posted June 14, 2013 Found Purex 3 in 1 sheets at the various dollar stores. Which dollar stores? I have looked but can't find. Help... Louise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonhunter Posted June 14, 2013 #216 Share Posted June 14, 2013 I don't like to take a lot of extra stuff, but we have a small digital clock that also serves as a nightlight. I love the Pyrex sheets, but am hoping to be elite before they run out. Quarters are a must because they frequently run out. We are ever optimistic about being able to smuggle wine on board so always bring a corkscrew, foil cutter and wine stopper. We also plan to buy the serendipity luggage tags before our next trip. We recently left on a wet day and the paper tags were barely hanging on. Other than that you probably need much less than you think you need. Look at Rick Steve's packing tips. Life is too short to be weighted down with a lot of baggage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tickled2Trvl Posted June 15, 2013 #217 Share Posted June 15, 2013 I don't like to take a lot of extra stuff, but we have a small digital clock that also serves as a nightlight. I love the Pyrex sheets, but am hoping to be elite before they run out. Quarters are a must because they frequently run out. We are ever optimistic about being able to smuggle wine on board so always bring a corkscrew, foil cutter and wine stopper. We also plan to buy the serendipity luggage tags before our next trip. We recently left on a wet day and the paper tags were barely hanging on. Other than that you probably need much less than you think you need. Look at Rick Steve's packing tips. Life is too short to be weighted down with a lot of baggage. What do you do with the "Pyrex Sheet"? Make cookies? :D:D:D I know you meant Purex 3 in 1 Sheets...:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carolyn R Posted June 15, 2013 #218 Share Posted June 15, 2013 I bring Pure Citrus orange air freshener for the bathroom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VOR Posted June 15, 2013 #219 Share Posted June 15, 2013 We have some ultra light weight cloths hampers than fols completely flat and easily fit in a medium sized suitcase. IIRC a set of 3 was less than 10 dollars at a wallgreens. We set them in the corner of the closet. Really helps keep things straight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnTRN Posted June 15, 2013 #220 Share Posted June 15, 2013 As far as a nightlight in the bathroom on Princess ships, is there a plug in there that will accept it? I thought those plugs were of a different sort. Outlet in the bathroom may be switched on/off with the bathroom lights. We ran into that on the Carnival Legend. Happily plugged our nightlight into the 'shaver' socket, turned the bathroom light off and the outlet was dead. LED Tea Light is a nice idea for that purpose. Cheers! John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvercruiser Posted June 15, 2013 #221 Share Posted June 15, 2013 Duct tape can be purchased in miniature rolls. I got a pack of 2 rolls from Magellan years ago and have kept the same little roll in my "anything" box for years without needing it. But nice to know I have it and wish it'd been there years ago when my luggage zipper was ruined and I had to use scotch tape to keep the bag closed! Amazon also has several choices for travel sized duct tape, quite inexpensive. The peace of mind is great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clmom Posted June 16, 2013 #222 Share Posted June 16, 2013 An old credit, debit or store card works as well. Even seen duct tape wound round a pen Sandy in Spain I wrap colorful duct tape around the handles of my suitcases. I don't have to search for it and it makes my luggage stand out on the baggage carrousel because of the colored handles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuvinDisCruiser Posted June 16, 2013 #223 Share Posted June 16, 2013 I wrap colorful duct tape around the handles of my suitcases. I don't have to search for it and it makes my luggage stand out on the baggage carrousel because of the colored handles. That's what I did for our luggage, and it is the best idea when you are trying to locate your luggage on the carousel at the airport ! My husband didn't like the bright pink, though! Ha ha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indygolfer1 Posted June 16, 2013 #224 Share Posted June 16, 2013 I think that's a great idea! Think I'll do that. Sent using the Cruise Critic forums app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nan_Sea Posted June 16, 2013 #225 Share Posted June 16, 2013 Instead of the duct tape on luggage handles, I have used a stencil to paint flowers on all sides of our luggage. No matter how they come down the conveyer they can be spotted right away. A little off subject but useful I hope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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