bcsurvivor05 Posted February 26, 2015 #1 Share Posted February 26, 2015 What is the one thing (or several things)that you would tell someone to bring with them that they might not think to bring themselves when they are packing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mary80 Posted February 26, 2015 #2 Share Posted February 26, 2015 A hair drier (i have thick hair and the tethered one in the room just doesn't get the job done) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisin pixxy Posted February 26, 2015 #3 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Oh, yes! Definitely a vote for a hair dryer! My hair is not thick and still it wouldn't dry my hair! Shampoo and conditioner, too. The stuff in the shower turns my hair into straw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reno3 Posted February 26, 2015 #4 Share Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) Over the door shoe holder for misc things so you keep the counter clear and easy to find things. Edited February 26, 2015 by reno3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmittyCo Posted February 26, 2015 #5 Share Posted February 26, 2015 power strip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cabbitt Posted February 26, 2015 #6 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Air freshener for the bathroom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivelisse6479 Posted February 26, 2015 #7 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Lysol wipes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In2why Posted February 26, 2015 #8 Share Posted February 26, 2015 My feet always swell by day 4-5 of our cruise. I am not sure why since I am average weight and pretty active while home, but they do. Our first cruise I had to buy a $40 pair of flip flops so I could have shoes that fit and were comfortable. So now I bring an extra pair a size larger than I normally wear. I also elevate my feet every night which helps a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magnetlady4u Posted February 26, 2015 #9 Share Posted February 26, 2015 We bring a battery operated candle for the bathroom. Or a tap light. Light switch is on the Outside of bathroom door on some ships. It's just enough light to see. We keep hand sanitizer clipped on our lanyards with our sign and sail cards. And fleece blankets to take out on lounger when stargazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFNHRA Posted February 26, 2015 #10 Share Posted February 26, 2015 First aid kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted February 26, 2015 #11 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Clorox wipes to wipe down door handles, the phone, and the remote control. I'm not a germaphobe, but I do like to try and reduce my chances of contracting an illness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
springs741 Posted February 26, 2015 #12 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Over the counter meds. The prices in the gift shop are high. Dayquil was $18.00 per bottle. Cold meds, cough drops, something for pain and/or fever. You don't need a big econo size bottle of everything but you can sure save some money with those little travel size containers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandatsea Posted February 26, 2015 #13 Share Posted February 26, 2015 First aid kit, Lysol wipes, Highlighter, empty plastic bags for dirty laundry, bottle opener, portable cooler & copy of travel insurance if purchased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfaaa Posted February 26, 2015 #14 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Nail clipper, mouth wash, laundry soap, cork screw if you are bringing wine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kona_wahine Posted February 26, 2015 #15 Share Posted February 26, 2015 I bought a battery operated alarm clock that lights up when dark. I hate not knowing what time it is when I wake up. Air freshener. :D Lanyard. I bring a pretty bead one. DH has a Chevy one. Aspirin, band aids, allergy/cold pills. Expensive on the ship. 1/2 the clothes I plan to take. I over pack and end up not needing near what I take. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelkel2 Posted February 26, 2015 #16 Share Posted February 26, 2015 I bring a battery powered travel alarm clock. I can not stand waking up in the middle of the night and not knowing what time is it. It drives me nuts that there's no clock at all in the cabins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpayroll Posted February 26, 2015 #17 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Air freshener for the bathroom Forget this once and you will never forget it again....:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostPuppy Posted February 26, 2015 #18 Share Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) Bluetooth speaker for your tablet/smartphone. Very nice having music on the balcony while having a drink or two. Edited February 26, 2015 by LostPuppy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfb4cruzing Posted February 26, 2015 #19 Share Posted February 26, 2015 My wife. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnaNimitee Posted February 26, 2015 #20 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Twice the money and half the clothes they think they'll need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PortSideCruzan Posted February 26, 2015 #21 Share Posted February 26, 2015 What is the one thing (or several things)that you would tell someone to bring with them that they might not think to bring themselves when they are packing? Hi Bcsurvivor05 :) Since our wonderful members here already listed hairdryers, power-strips & so on, I will list something slightly outside of the box. My wife & I like to keep a cruise journal from all of our voyages. We have been doing this for a few decades now. And have quite a collection of cruise journals. The strolls down memory lane are fantastic! Often more interesting than viewing the photo's taken. Our first decade of cruise journals consisted of little notebooks. The last two decades or so, our cruise journals have turned into a fun quest between the two of us prior to the sailing, in regards to seeking out a journal for that particular voyage. Prior to going to sleep each evening we discuss all of the days events & log them. Have a terrific day! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmarie83 Posted February 26, 2015 #22 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Your allotted water/soda and wine. Travel packets of laundry detergent and quarters if you want to do laundry on board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rochesterboatingdotcom Posted February 26, 2015 #23 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Bar of soap if you like real soap and not the gel stuff they put in the dispensers. Same with shampoo. I always bring a good pair of small binoculars as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinnipegCruiser Posted February 26, 2015 #24 Share Posted February 26, 2015 There are devices that have those transformers or charging adapters that can use 220V. I would next time bring an adapter so that I can plug them in the 220V plug. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keepap Posted February 26, 2015 #25 Share Posted February 26, 2015 inexpensive rain ponchos.... the kind u can get from dollar store.... in case of rain on ur port days they come in handy! but hopefully u won't need them!:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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