TRAVELINGMAN2 Posted January 2, 2015 #1 Share Posted January 2, 2015 I want to bring a 12 pack or maybe a case of soda that the cruise doesn't have onboard. Is it better to put it in my carryon or to check it. It will be soda, nothing else? We aren't flying, just driving to port. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestLakeGirl Posted January 2, 2015 #2 Share Posted January 2, 2015 Either way is fine. Wrap it securely with packing tape and put a luggage tag on it, or carry it with through security, it's your choice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladytaekwondo Posted January 2, 2015 #3 Share Posted January 2, 2015 We bring diet mountain dew packs on all our cruises. We just check it in our empty luggage bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkjretired Posted January 2, 2015 #4 Share Posted January 2, 2015 I want to bring a 12 pack or maybe a case of soda that the cruise doesn't have onboard. Is it better to put it in my carryon or to check it. It will be soda, nothing else? We aren't flying, just driving to port. Thanks When are you getting to the port, you will not be able to get to your room until 1 or 1:30. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRAVELINGMAN2 Posted January 2, 2015 Author #5 Share Posted January 2, 2015 Not sure yet. We can get there anytime we choose, we aren't that far away. Maybe putting it in an empty suitcase and checking it would be the easiest way. Don't want the cans to leak. That way I can cushion the soda with towels or something else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancyquilts Posted January 2, 2015 #6 Share Posted January 2, 2015 Not sure yet. We can get there anytime we choose, we aren't that far away. Maybe putting it in an empty suitcase and checking it would be the easiest way. Don't want the cans to leak. That way I can cushion the soda with towels or something else. Good plan. Embarkation is enough of a hassle without adding anything else to carry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neverbeenhere Posted January 2, 2015 #7 Share Posted January 2, 2015 I suggest packing each can in it's own coozy. You will find that a few will be emptied by the crew but there won't be any leakage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mill4 Posted January 2, 2015 #8 Share Posted January 2, 2015 Thanks for posting this question, I had hoped to do the same and bring sodas on board now I have some good ideas re: packing etc.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozzmund Posted January 2, 2015 #9 Share Posted January 2, 2015 We have just slapped a luggage tag to the twelve pack and handed it to the porters with our luggage, never had a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRAVELINGMAN2 Posted January 2, 2015 Author #10 Share Posted January 2, 2015 Thanks everyone. I think I will carryon our 2 bottles of wine and check the soda. You are right about checking the bag with the soda....don't want to be lugging around or wheeling around soda if we get to the port early. Has anyone had any experience with any of the soda cans leaking when they tapedt the boxes of soda cans together or put them in their original box with just a luggage tag (not in a suitcase)and putting a luggage tag on? I would do that instead of bringing an extra suitcase but was afraid of the porters throwing around the soda like they do with the luggage. I know this sounds kind of trivial but I'm trying to make the best decision. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ME Guide Posted January 3, 2015 #11 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Just tape the soda with duct tape and put a room number on it. Don't make the mistake I did and put a couple of racks in a duffle bag! I thought it would be easier to handle but it was thrown around and several cans leaked and were damaged. ugh...live and learn Many also put a room tag on a case of water but have never found the water on any ship bad. Brought on a case of water from LA and we are from Maine. We thought the bottle water was awful! happy cruising Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozzmund Posted January 3, 2015 #12 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Never (4X) had any problem with the soda being mishandled, or any of the cans leaking. You will see many folks who do as we do. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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