The nightmares have started!!

[hayesktrm]

We leave in 2 days and sail in 5! My first nightmare a few days ago was that I was meeting an excursion and had to use the bathroom. I asked our guide if I could run back on the ship. He said to hurry. Then when I was running back to the ship I realized that everyone forgot to bring their beach stuff (swimsuits, etc.) and we were going to the beach. I had to run to our cabins and find everyone's suits. I got back just in time! I woke up and my pulse was racing...I guess that one really stressed me out.

 

The one last night was the typical one where you are halfway to the port (which took 2 days to get to) and you realize you forgot your passport.

 

Can't wait to be on the road so these nightmares stop!

[emelvee]

I've had nightmares about missing the ship after a day in port.

 

Good news is that I'm not having nightmares now. Bad news is that's because I don't currently have a cruise booked. :(

[Lovefuninthesun]

We leave in 2 days and sail in 5! My first nightmare a few days ago was that I was meeting an excursion and had to use the bathroom. I asked our guide if I could run back on the ship. He said to hurry. Then when I was running back to the ship I realized that everyone forgot to bring their beach stuff (swimsuits, etc.) and we were going to the beach. I had to run to our cabins and find everyone's suits. I got back just in time! I woke up and my pulse was racing...I guess that one really stressed me out.

 

The one last night was the typical one where you are halfway to the port (which took 2 days to get to) and you realize you forgot your passport.

 

Can't wait to be on the road so these nightmares stop!

 

You need to relax your brain before you go to bed! LOL!

Have an awesome cruise!

 

BTW -- fellow Hoosier, moved to FL from Fishers!

[calex1976]

I've got OCD, so when planing it's pretty much a waking nightmare being worried about packing. I would suggest making a detailed list of what you have to have. Check each thing as it's packed. For passports, boarding pass, and any other paper work I store it in a portfolio then keep it in my back pack. Might not work for every one, but makes life much easier for me. Have a great cruise.

[hayesktrm]

You need to relax your brain before you go to bed! LOL!

Have an awesome cruise!

 

BTW -- fellow Hoosier, moved to FL from Fishers!

 

Yes, I need to have some herbal tea before bed!

 

You are living our dream! We moved here 10 years ago from sunny California. We would love to move to Florida...I have a good friend who lives in Clearwater and would love to move near her. Do you like it there?

[adaptabl]

relax it's a vacation.

[Lovefuninthesun]

Yes, I need to have some herbal tea before bed!

 

You are living our dream! We moved here 10 years ago from sunny California. We would love to move to Florida...I have a good friend who lives in Clearwater and would love to move near her. Do you like it there?

 

We love the Gulf coast!

But we miss our grown daughters who are still in Indiana (Fishers and Pendleton).

Son is in Naples, which is great -- that's where we'd love to live! Maybe after I retire!:)

[MicksMom]

I have had the passport dream twice. Both times were months before a cruise. I decided to set reminders on my phone to remind me a week before our cruises to pack our passports. :)

 

Hope you have a Great Time!!

[cruisnhillbilly]

do you burn calories if you run in your dreams?:D

[jsfromsc]

I'm sailing on Saturday and have been having nightmares and weird dreams for weeks. I won't relax until I'm on the ship.

[Magico]

Handy Packing List

 

Packing List

 

Pack for Suitcase:

 

**note: some items are listed in multiple locations to ensure that they won't be forgotten.

 

T-Shirts

Dress Shirts

Gym shirt

Hats

 

Shorts

Evening Dress

Gym Shorts

Swim Suit

 

Pants

Suit/Tuxedo

Socks

Tennis Shoes

 

Underwear

Tie

Dress socks

Dress Shoes

 

Bra

Sun Dress

Panty Hose

Sandals

 

Pajamas

Casual Shirts

Belts

Pool Shoes/Flip Flops

 

Misc. Bag

Toiletry Bag

Beach/Pool Bag

First Aid Bag

 

 

Tips to live by: Always bring less shirts than you think you need and more underwear than you think need.

 

Pack for Toiletry Bag:

 

Razors

Tweezers

Toothbrush

Make-up

 

Shaving Cream

Nail Clippers

Toothpaste

Make-up remover

 

Face Lotion

Nail File

Floss

Hair Gel/Mousse

 

Body lotion

Nail Polish

Q-Tips

Hair Bands/Clips/Bows

 

Face Wash

Cream Rinse

Deodorant

Kids Bath Wash

 

Body Spray

Hair Spray

Hair Brush

Kids Toothbrushes

 

Foot Powder

Jewelry

Baby Powder

Kids Combs

 

Foot Spray

Watches

Feminine Items

Kids Shampoo

 

 

Pack for Plane:

 

Laptop

Cell Phones

New Surprise Toys

Snacks

 

Movies

Batteries

Playing Cards/Travel Games Books

 

Books

Head Phones

Electronic Bag

 

 

Tips to live by: Find out if there will be food and drink served on the flight so you know how much snacks to pack

Pack for Miscellaneous Bag:

 

Address Book

High lighter Pens

Room Key Necklace

 

Email Addresses

Magic Marker

Deck of Playing Cards

 

Stationary

Rubber Bands

Sunglasses with Straps

 

Stamps

Baby Wipes

Kids' Sunglasses with Straps

 

Address Labels

Sweat Band

Dry Erase Magnet Sheet

 

Cash/Credit Cards

Insect Repellent

Dry Erase Marker w/ Magnet

 

Fanny Packs

Earplugs

Emergency/Dr #'s from home

 

Sewing Kit

Safety Pins

Travel Information

 

Labels w/ Name

Night Light

Copy of Passport

 

Chap Stick

Note Pad/Pens

Health Insurance Card

 

Bandannas

Waterproof Watch

List of Medications

 

Books to Read

Sharpie markers

 

Books to Read

Sharpie markers

 

 

Pack for First Aid Bag:

 

Moleskin

Band Aids

Neosporin

Kids Headache Med.

 

Foot Powder

Antacids

Dramamine

Adult Headache Med.

Health Ins. Cards Tweezers

Pepto Bismal

Swimmer's Ear Drops

Dr. Phone #'s

Bengay

Sinus Med.

Sea Bands

 

Anti-Itch Gel

Vitamins

List of Meds.

Aloe Vera Gel

 

Eye Drops

Midol

Cough Drops

Jelly Fish Sting Med.

Cash/Credit Cards Insect Repellent Dry Erase Marker w/ Magnet

 

Fanny Packs

Earplugs

Emergency/Dr #'s from home

 

Tips to live by: No matter the problem, Band Aid is the answer to most kids, so bring enough!

 

 

Pack for Beach/Pool Bag:

 

Floatation Toys

Cell Phones (2)

Waterproof Camera

 

Bathing Suits

Walkie Talkies

Cheap Sunglasses w/ straps

 

Beach Bag

Sun Block

Kids' Sunglasses with Straps

 

Camera

Camcorder

Extra Camcorder Battery

 

Film/Media Card

Water Shoes

Rubber Bands/Hair Tie

 

Sand Toys

Chap Stick

Waterproof Carry Case

 

Goggles

Ziploc Baggies

Face Sun Block Stick

 

Hats/Visors

Playing Cards

Room Key Necklace

 

Waterproof Watch

Books/Magazines

Extra Dry Clothes

 

Baby Wipes

Spray Water Bottle

 

 

 

Tips to live by: Always bring more sun block than you think necessary and put it on more often than you think necessary

 

Pack for Car:

 

Pillows

Blankets

Music - CD's

 

Movies

DVD Player

Maps/Directions

 

Drawing Boards

Batteries

Playing Cards/Travel Games

 

Head Phones

Books

Proof of Auto Insurance

 

Driver's License

Cell Phones

Cell Phone Car Charger

 

Flash Light

Headache Medicine

Kids Headache Medicine

 

Directions to Hotels

Sunglasses

Plastic Grocery Bags for trash

 

Guide Books

Itinerary

Coupons for Road Meals

 

Umbrella

Paper Towels

Spill Proof Kids Cups

 

New Surprise Toys

Drinks

Collapsible Cooler

 

Baby Wipes

Disposable Bibs

Snacks

 

Electronic Bag

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pack for Electronic Bag:

 

Batteries

iPod/MP3

Wall Cell Charger

 

Cameras

iPod/MP3 Charger

Walkie Talkie

 

Headphones

Memory Card/Film

Laptop Computer

 

Speakers

Extra Camera Batteries

Media Card Reader

 

Battery Charger

Camcorder/Charger

Camcorder Batteries/Tapes

 

Camera Bag

Hand Held Games

Hand Held Game Charger

 

Travel Clock

Cell Phones

Disposable Camera for Kids

 

Tips to live by: Always bring all available games for the hand held. Save space by using multi-purpose usb plugs with usb connectors.

 

Always Keep With You:

 

Passports/Other IDs

Health Insurance Info.

Copy of Your Itinerary

 

Cash/Credit Cards

Flight Confirmation #s

Copy of Kids' Birth Cert.

 

Cruise Documents

Other Important Docs

Medications/vitamins

 

Cell Phone

Copy of Marriage Cert.

Immunization Records

 

 

Tips to live by : Keep all your important records in your passport pouch with you, keep a copy of each document in a separate bag and keep at least one more copy of all records with someone who can fax/email the records to you if your originals and copy should be lost through emergency.

[Pibble_Mom]

It's such a relief to hear I'm not the only one who has these crazy dreams! Maybe I'm not nuts after all :p

[hayesktrm]

Great list! We are doing all the last minute things today. I'll call my DS and DSGF and go down the list with them, too.

 

Yes, I know I burned calories during my nightmare! I couldn't believe how fast my pulse was!

[hayesktrm]

We love the Gulf coast!

But we miss our grown daughters who are still in Indiana (Fishers and Pendleton).

Son is in Naples, which is great -- that's where we'd love to live! Maybe after I retire!:)

 

We just went through Fishers...I waved to your daughter :D.

 

My kids are west coast kids, so I think when they graduate college they will move anyway. At least when you live in Florida, your daughters probably love to visit!

[All4fun&fun4all]

I have had all sorts of cruise nightmares even when I don't have a cruise booked!

 

I have had the typical ones of forgetting important documents and not enough time to get home to get them and get back on time. I have had ones where the ship flips over, runs aground, goes impossible speeds and parks inside the terminal. But recently I had a first!

 

I had a dream the other night that I got all checked in with no problem and then realized I left my luggage in the car. So I get a ride back to the car with port security and open the trunk and there is NO luggage in there. 5 day cruise with nothing but the clothes on my back. :eek: I just remember walking back to the terminal wondering how I was going to make it work because I was certainly not gonna go home.

[Lovefuninthesun]

I have had all sorts of cruise nightmares even when I don't have a cruise booked!

 

I have had the typical ones of forgetting important documents and not enough time to get home to get them and get back on time. I have had ones where the ship flips over, runs aground, goes impossible speeds and parks inside the terminal. But recently I had a first!

 

I had a dream the other night that I got all checked in with no problem and then realized I left my luggage in the car. So I get a ride back to the car with port security and open the trunk and there is NO luggage in there. 5 day cruise with nothing but the clothes on my back. :eek: I just remember walking back to the terminal wondering how I was going to make it work because I was certainly not gonna go home.

 

Oh, wow......:o

[okgirl]

I know I'm getting close when I start having cruise nightmares....:p

 

I worked real hard to coordinate my cruise wardrobe down to a 21" rolling carry-on with a matching duffle bag that fits on top.

 

So far, so good. I'm taking

 

2 pairs slacks

4 pairs capri

3 pairs shorts

8 tops that coordinate with all the bottoms

undies

sport socks

bathing suit & coverup

night gown

light weight jacket

sandals

makeup bag with travel size meds/firstaide kit/hairspray/brush/razor/lotion

 

I usually board in blue jeans/top and tennis shoes.

 

We're Platinum and sometimes send out laundry, but since we stay on the ship in at least one port we tend to do our own laundry if we need to.

[grandmacani]

My nightmare is that it's time to get off the ship and I don't remember being on the cruise. Going on a b2 b med and TA so I hope I remember every little thing about it.

[cruzn buckeye]

I have had a recurrent nightmare ever since I started cruising. I always forget my suitcase and have no clothes except the ones on my back. i dream this almost every pre-cruise! Weird really, I have not forgotten it ever. I did forget my dress for formal night once... The odd thing is I am not cruising until the end of Sept. and have already had my cruise nightmare about a week ago....

Oh well, at least i didn't forget the kid like on 'Home Alone" !!! love that movie!

[cruzn buckeye]

do you burn calories if you run in your dreams?:D

I haven't burned calories in my dreams... but have noticed that I can add in them. I will dream about adding things together. Will wake up remembering the numbers and what they added up to in my dream.. it can even be multiplicaton.. and the weird thing is.. if I work it out, it was correct.. And I am not talking 2 plus 2.... I am talking of long numbers...at least four or five digits each... :eek:

[Li'lImp]

Had my first one last night. It involved constantly losing track of my husband in a very foreign country. :confused: WEIRD...

[hayesktrm]

I haven't burned calories in my dreams... but have noticed that I can add in them. I will dream about adding things together. Will wake up remembering the numbers and what they added up to in my dream.. it can even be multiplicaton.. and the weird thing is.. if I work it out, it was correct.. And I am not talking 2 plus 2.... I am talking of long numbers...at least four or five digits each... :eek:

 

That has to mean something...that is strange.

 

Glad to know I'm not the only one with cruise dreams and nightmares!

 

Going to go check the passports for the 20 time :D. I always worry that I didn't read the expiration date correctly and that I will look at it the day before (which is today) and it has expired.

[kelee79]

It makes me furiously happy to know I'm not the only one. My passport expiration date is checked repeatedly. I'm six weeks out from our cruise, and I have dreamed that I had to swim to the boat because we were late, and had to jump from the boat onto the pier (after climbing over a lifeboat) because...I don't know why. It made perfect sense in the dream.

 

This time, because I'm going with 3 people who have never cruised before (and I somehow am an expert with a whopping ONE cruise under my belt (thanks, CC, for making me appear much more educated on cruising than I really am)) I keep dreaming that the other 3 are miserable and it is all my fault.

[DebBrown]

Handy Packing List

 

Packing List

 

Pack for Suitcase:

 

**note: some items are listed in multiple locations to ensure that they won't be forgotten.

 

T-Shirts

Dress Shirts

Gym shirt

Hats

 

Shorts

Evening Dress

Gym Shorts

Swim Suit

 

Pants

Suit/Tuxedo

Socks

Tennis Shoes

 

Underwear

Tie

Dress socks

Dress Shoes

 

Bra

Sun Dress

Panty Hose

Sandals

 

Pajamas

Casual Shirts

Belts

Pool Shoes/Flip Flops

 

Misc. Bag

Toiletry Bag

Beach/Pool Bag

First Aid Bag

 

 

Tips to live by: Always bring less shirts than you think you need and more underwear than you think need.

 

Pack for Toiletry Bag:

 

Razors

Tweezers

Toothbrush

Make-up

 

Shaving Cream

Nail Clippers

Toothpaste

Make-up remover

 

Face Lotion

Nail File

Floss

Hair Gel/Mousse

 

Body lotion

Nail Polish

Q-Tips

Hair Bands/Clips/Bows

 

Face Wash

Cream Rinse

Deodorant

Kids Bath Wash

 

Body Spray

Hair Spray

Hair Brush

Kids Toothbrushes

 

Foot Powder

Jewelry

Baby Powder

Kids Combs

 

Foot Spray

Watches

Feminine Items

Kids Shampoo

 

 

Pack for Plane:

 

Laptop

Cell Phones

New Surprise Toys

Snacks

 

Movies

Batteries

Playing Cards/Travel Games Books

 

Books

Head Phones

Electronic Bag

 

 

Tips to live by: Find out if there will be food and drink served on the flight so you know how much snacks to pack

Pack for Miscellaneous Bag:

 

Address Book

High lighter Pens

Room Key Necklace

 

Email Addresses

Magic Marker

Deck of Playing Cards

 

Stationary

Rubber Bands

Sunglasses with Straps

 

Stamps

Baby Wipes

Kids' Sunglasses with Straps

 

Address Labels

Sweat Band

Dry Erase Magnet Sheet

 

Cash/Credit Cards

Insect Repellent

Dry Erase Marker w/ Magnet

 

Fanny Packs

Earplugs

Emergency/Dr #'s from home

 

Sewing Kit

Safety Pins

Travel Information

 

Labels w/ Name

Night Light

Copy of Passport

 

Chap Stick

Note Pad/Pens

Health Insurance Card

 

Bandannas

Waterproof Watch

List of Medications

 

Books to Read

Sharpie markers

 

Books to Read

Sharpie markers

 

 

Pack for First Aid Bag:

 

Moleskin

Band Aids

Neosporin

Kids Headache Med.

 

Foot Powder

Antacids

Dramamine

Adult Headache Med.

Health Ins. Cards Tweezers

Pepto Bismal

Swimmer's Ear Drops

Dr. Phone #'s

Bengay

Sinus Med.

Sea Bands

 

Anti-Itch Gel

Vitamins

List of Meds.

Aloe Vera Gel

 

Eye Drops

Midol

Cough Drops

Jelly Fish Sting Med.

Cash/Credit Cards Insect Repellent Dry Erase Marker w/ Magnet

 

Fanny Packs

Earplugs

Emergency/Dr #'s from home

 

Tips to live by: No matter the problem, Band Aid is the answer to most kids, so bring enough!

 

 

Pack for Beach/Pool Bag:

 

Floatation Toys

Cell Phones (2)

Waterproof Camera

 

Bathing Suits

Walkie Talkies

Cheap Sunglasses w/ straps

 

Beach Bag

Sun Block

Kids' Sunglasses with Straps

 

Camera

Camcorder

Extra Camcorder Battery

 

Film/Media Card

Water Shoes

Rubber Bands/Hair Tie

 

Sand Toys

Chap Stick

Waterproof Carry Case

 

Goggles

Ziploc Baggies

Face Sun Block Stick

 

Hats/Visors

Playing Cards

Room Key Necklace

 

Waterproof Watch

Books/Magazines

Extra Dry Clothes

 

Baby Wipes

Spray Water Bottle

 

 

 

Tips to live by: Always bring more sun block than you think necessary and put it on more often than you think necessary

 

Pack for Car:

 

Pillows

Blankets

Music - CD's

 

Movies

DVD Player

Maps/Directions

 

Drawing Boards

Batteries

Playing Cards/Travel Games

 

Head Phones

Books

Proof of Auto Insurance

 

Driver's License

Cell Phones

Cell Phone Car Charger

 

Flash Light

Headache Medicine

Kids Headache Medicine

 

Directions to Hotels

Sunglasses

Plastic Grocery Bags for trash

 

Guide Books

Itinerary

Coupons for Road Meals

 

Umbrella

Paper Towels

Spill Proof Kids Cups

 

New Surprise Toys

Drinks

Collapsible Cooler

 

Baby Wipes

Disposable Bibs

Snacks

 

Electronic Bag

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pack for Electronic Bag:

 

Batteries

iPod/MP3

Wall Cell Charger

 

Cameras

iPod/MP3 Charger

Walkie Talkie

 

Headphones

Memory Card/Film

Laptop Computer

 

Speakers

Extra Camera Batteries

Media Card Reader

 

Battery Charger

Camcorder/Charger

Camcorder Batteries/Tapes

 

Camera Bag

Hand Held Games

Hand Held Game Charger

 

Travel Clock

Cell Phones

Disposable Camera for Kids

 

Tips to live by: Always bring all available games for the hand held. Save space by using multi-purpose usb plugs with usb connectors.

 

Always Keep With You:

 

Passports/Other IDs

Health Insurance Info.

Copy of Your Itinerary

 

Cash/Credit Cards

Flight Confirmation #s

Copy of Kids' Birth Cert.

 

Cruise Documents

Other Important Docs

Medications/vitamins

 

Cell Phone

Copy of Marriage Cert.

Immunization Records

 

 

Tips to live by : Keep all your important records in your passport pouch with you, keep a copy of each document in a separate bag and keep at least one more copy of all records with someone who can fax/email the records to you if your originals and copy should be lost through emergency.

Dear Lord! If I packed all of that I would have 6 suitcases!!

[FireEater]

What a packing list. I had a nightmare last night that I packed all that. The problem is I am male!!!

 

Think I will just go with- 2 pairs of short, 2 shirts, bathing suit, tooth brush, tooth paste, passport and call it a day. :D