whataboutport Posted October 7, 2013 #1 Share Posted October 7, 2013 (edited) I'm going to try my best to do a one bag trip this time. We are set for a 7 nt W. Carib with 4 additional days going to NOLA afterwards. I really only want to bring two pairs, but I think I may have to do three. One pair of heels for formal One pair of flats that can be casual or dressed up if my feet hurt from heels One pair of flip flops for beach/pool/walking. I want to eliminate the flats, but I don't think it's wise and they don't take up much room. My heels take up the most room, but I can't not take those. How about you? What's the least, and heck, what's the most amount of shoes you have brought on a cruise? :) Edited October 7, 2013 by whataboutport Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viv0828 Posted October 7, 2013 #2 Share Posted October 7, 2013 Dressy shoes (sandals), flip flops and tennis shoes for the gym. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CARIBPRINCESS Posted October 7, 2013 #3 Share Posted October 7, 2013 16 pairs for a 9 night cruise:D And yes I'm a shoeaholic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whataboutport Posted October 7, 2013 Author #4 Share Posted October 7, 2013 16 pairs for a 9 night cruise:D And yes I'm a shoeaholic! Hey I would if I could! I have brand new never worn shoes bc I don't have any occasion to wear them, but I bought them anyway! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinwithmaandpa Posted October 7, 2013 #5 Share Posted October 7, 2013 (edited) Dressy shoes (sandals), flip flops and tennis shoes for the gym. Ditto, I take one pair of dress sandals that can be worn with any outfit, one pair of flip flops and one pair of tennis shoes. I am taking one roller bag and spending 13 nights at sea. Edited October 7, 2013 by cruisinwithmaandpa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Scrapnana Posted October 7, 2013 #6 Share Posted October 7, 2013 I would not eliminate the flats. Last cruise I had major issues with the heels I brought and was glad to have the flats. Last cruise I had two pairs of evening shoes, two pairs of sandals, pool shoes, and the clogs I wore on the plane. (It was December so I didn't feel I could make do with wearing a pair of sandals going and coming.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whataboutport Posted October 7, 2013 Author #7 Share Posted October 7, 2013 I would not eliminate the flats. Last cruise I had major issues with the heels I brought and was glad to have the flats. Last cruise I had two pairs of evening shoes, two pairs of sandals, pool shoes, and the clogs I wore on the plane. (It was December so I didn't feel I could make do with wearing a pair of sandals going and coming.) I agree with you. These heels I'm bringing are my fave pair with a lot of use, so they are broken in, and as comfortable as 4" heels are gonna get. I wore them a few weeks ago and for some reason they were pinching my toe big time and I got a blister. So weird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansolosmom Posted October 7, 2013 #8 Share Posted October 7, 2013 (edited) I usually only have 2 pairs, 3 if you count the pair I'm wearing. I bring 1 pair of sandals that goes with everything at night - depending on the outfits I bring, it's either a gold kitten heel or neutral platform. Then my flip flops, I have a nice pair, their plastic but the bands have turquoise stones so I can wear them to the pool or to dinner. Then I'd be wearing my sneakers to board. I think you'd be fine with 3 pairs especially with 1 pair being flip flops and the other being flats. They can easily be packed on the sides of your suitcase Edited October 7, 2013 by hansolosmom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansolosmom Posted October 7, 2013 #9 Share Posted October 7, 2013 I agree with you. These heels I'm bringing are my fave pair with a lot of use, so they are broken in, and as comfortable as 4" heels are gonna get. I wore them a few weeks ago and for some reason they were pinching my toe big time and I got a blister. So weird. Since your going to the Caribbean and your feet might rub with it being hot, bring along some moleskin just in case to help with blisters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingGatorGirl Posted October 7, 2013 #10 Share Posted October 7, 2013 16 pairs for a 9 night cruise:D And yes I'm a shoeaholic! Me too :/ 16ish pairs on my 12 night cruise! I brought a separate bag just for shoes :eek: maybe I can pick up some tips from this thread :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nebr.cruiser Posted October 7, 2013 #11 Share Posted October 7, 2013 My least amount was three pairs; sneakers, which I wore on the plane, black dress heels and casual sandals. Normally I take at least 6 or more pairs, but that time we were traveling with seven grandchildren and doing carry-on only. I prefer a few more choices, but it worked out fine. The heels are my favorite and very comfy sling back wedges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whataboutport Posted October 7, 2013 Author #12 Share Posted October 7, 2013 Me too :/ 16ish pairs on my 12 night cruise! I brought a separate bag just for shoes :eek: maybe I can pick up some tips from this thread :D If I had a 12 nt, I think I could get it down to 4, with 2 pairs being heels. I really think part of the fun of cruising is dressing up. I don't normally get to dress up, so I would want to bring as many different outfits as I could, but those checked bag fees are getting ridiculous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted October 7, 2013 #13 Share Posted October 7, 2013 On my last seven night cruise I brought one pair in my suitcase. I wore the every day ones going to the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooki801 Posted October 7, 2013 #14 Share Posted October 7, 2013 I thought I was doing good with 5 pair LOL Easy on and off black athletics for the plane and some days Dressy black sandals for evening wear Hiking/walking sandals for tours water shoes for the snorkel trip (didn't want to get cut on coral or shells) loafer/flats for more casual time I could have done without the water shoes but they are so compact they really didn't take up room. I also was heading for a holiday visit of more than three weeks after the cruise so couldn't schlep around in sandals in the middle of winter LOL As for flip flops...never wear them as I need support in my arches and wearing them give me leg cramps in the night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whataboutport Posted October 7, 2013 Author #15 Share Posted October 7, 2013 I thought I was doing good with 5 pair LOLEasy on and off black athletics for the plane and some days Dressy black sandals for evening wear Hiking/walking sandals for tours water shoes for the snorkel trip (didn't want to get cut on coral or shells) loafer/flats for more casual time I could have done without the water shoes but they are so compact they really didn't take up room. I also was heading for a holiday visit of more than three weeks after the cruise so couldn't schlep around in sandals in the middle of winter LOL As for flip flops...never wear them as I need support in my arches and wearing them give me leg cramps in the night. You know I was thinking about bringing 4, the 4th being water shoes. Last time in St John going to Trunk Bay I found very cool shells and dead coral pieces. The more you go to the right (if you're looking out into the water) the rockier it got, but the more pieces of shell and coral could be found. I really wished I had water shoes then. I love my flip flops. The top layer is very squishy so it can accomodate my arches, which are also high. I can walk in them for a long time. The hardest time I had was breaking in my flats bc they have no support. I ended up putting in insoles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted October 7, 2013 #16 Share Posted October 7, 2013 Probably five pairs, including the sneakers I wore on the plane. The rest were a crystal heel, gold fancy sandals, casual sandals, and flip flops for diving days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samiam0403 Posted October 7, 2013 #17 Share Posted October 7, 2013 For my last cruise - 10 nights - I brought 5 pairs (including the pair I wore on the flight/embarkation). 1 pair flip flops, 1 pair gold Born wedges (soooo comfy!), 1 pair running shoes for the gym, 1 pair Calvin Klein gold 4 inch heels and 1 pair black Elie Tahari 4 inch heels. I am a shoe addict, but after much trial and error, only my most comfortable and versatile shoes go with me. I can, and have, worn either pair of heels all day and all night and been fine. I have some lovely Dior and Dolce & Gabbana heels, but after an hour I want to cut off my feet! :eek: Long story short, I packed 5 pair because we had a 10-night cruise, followed by 4 nights in Vegas. I needed options! :D For a 7-night cruise, I can do 3 pairs of shoes easy. You should be fine with heels, flats and flip flops! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemylab Posted October 7, 2013 #18 Share Posted October 7, 2013 On a 7 day Caribbean I can get away with 3 (1 dress, 1 pair casual sandals and a pair for the beach/pool (usually reefs). This does not include the pair I wear on the plane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjb317 Posted October 7, 2013 #19 Share Posted October 7, 2013 On our upcoming (21 days:D) 13 night TA, I will pack 3pairs of dressy heels plus a pair of dance shoes, 1 pair of dressy sandals, 3 pairs of everyday flip flops & 2 pairs of beach flip flops. I will wear my gym shoes to travel in. I am trying to cut back this trip!:D Sherri:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoyaheel Posted October 7, 2013 #20 Share Posted October 7, 2013 3 prs for 3 weeks in Alaska - visiting family, touring on our own, ending with a cruise. Goretex hiking shoes, Privo comfy ballet flats and black heeled sandals for evening including formal nights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaBear55 Posted October 7, 2013 #21 Share Posted October 7, 2013 (edited) I thought I was doing good with 5 pair ...As for flip flops...never wear them as I need support in my arches and wearing them give me leg cramps in the night. Since your going to the Caribbean and your feet might rub with it being hot, bring along some moleskin just in case to help with blisters. I have high arches and have had plantar fasciitis and have found LL Bean flip flops to give me great support. I bring Johnson & Johnson's blister stick (actually picked that tip up here on CC) and it works great to prevent blisters. Just did a 13 day tour of Italy without a single blister and only 3 pair of shoes! I too am a shoeaholic and think that the fewest pairs of footwear I have brought was 7. Summer shoes are just so darn cute and summer is so short in Maine and I have to wear boring shoes to work. Wait a minute! You aren't my DH. I don't have to make any excuses to you! Edited October 7, 2013 by MommaBear55 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kayehall Posted October 7, 2013 #22 Share Posted October 7, 2013 Next cruise, we are driving. Screw the airlines and their baggage fees!!! I will take as many shoes as I want...LOL :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellane Posted October 7, 2013 #23 Share Posted October 7, 2013 Three pairs of shoes: 1. nude heels 2. tennis shoes 3. flip flops Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted October 7, 2013 #24 Share Posted October 7, 2013 Mom once brought 1 pair of black Merrell slides for a four day cruise. For formal night she wore black socks with her black slides under her black slacks. Oh the priviledges that come with age.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansolosmom Posted October 7, 2013 #25 Share Posted October 7, 2013 I love my flip flops. The top layer is very squishy so it can accomodate my arches, which are also high. I can walk in them for a long time. The hardest time I had was breaking in my flats bc they have no support. I ended up putting in insoles. Do you know what brand they are, I've been wearing mine for awhile and need a new pair but I have no idea the brand :eek: I have high arches and have had plantar fasciitis and have found LL Bean flip flops to give me great support. I bring Johnson & Johnson's blister stick (actually picked that tip up here on CC) and it works great to prevent blisters. Just did a 13 day tour of Italy without a single blister and only 3 pair of shoes! Good to know thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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