Liberty of the Seas Ports - Insect Repellant

[Saskeeter]

I continue to read recommendations about packing insect repellant. We will be traveling to Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Jamaica but will not be spending any time in any jungles. Just beach time, restaurants, and shopping. Any need for the insect repellant?

 

Thanks!!!:)

[Clarea]

Why not error on the side of safety?

[cruisinfanatic]

I continue to read recommendations about packing insect repellant. We will be traveling to Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Jamaica but will not be spending any time in any jungles. Just beach time, restaurants, and shopping. Any need for the insect repellant?

 

Thanks!!!:)

no need. Rarely seen near port Edited July 10, 2017 by cruisinfanatic

[FPP777]

I live in Keller Texas. Not a jungle, but we still get insects. We carried a bottle of bug spray with us just in case it. You never know where they may pop up.

[CruiseCheapsk8]

I have honestly never had a problem with this in any of these ports, but as Bob and others have suggested, it wouldn't be bad to take one of those really small spray bottles of off for a couple dollars at Walmart and throw it in your bag just in case. I usually take a small bag with me into the port, much smaller than a backpack, but the same idea, that I can put a few things in. Wouldn't hurt. Have fun!

[Saskeeter]

Well, just read that the CDC has issued a travel notice to travelers regarding the Zika Virus in Grand Cayman and Jamaica. I guess that's a pretty good reason to bring some!!!

[Merion_Mom]

I pack a spray can every cruise for the last few years. I have only used it in two ports: Belize and Roatan.

 

The only port I regret NOT using it was in Australia. Got a nasty bite at the Taronga Zoo. But you know what they say about Australia:

 

Everything in Australia Wants to Kill You

[spookwife]

I continue to read recommendations about packing insect repellant. We will be traveling to Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Jamaica but will not be spending any time in any jungles. Just beach time, restaurants, and shopping. Any need for the insect repellant?

 

Thanks!!!:)

 

 

there is no invisible border that magically keeps mosquitos and other insects out of beaches, restaurants and shopping areas.

[grapau27]

I pack a spray can every cruise for the last few years. I have only used it in two ports: Belize and Roatan.

 

The only port I regret NOT using it was in Australia. Got a nasty bite at the Taronga Zoo. But you know what they say about Australia:

 

Everything in Australia Wants to Kill You

Last time we were in the Caribbean i used a Deet spray and it was very effective.

 

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[cb at sea]

Unless you're hiking in "back country" or forests, you are unlikely to be bothered by mosquitoes. They don't breed in the ocean...only in fresh water.

[grapau27]

Unless you're hiking in "back country" or forests, you are unlikely to be bothered by mosquitoes. They don't breed in the ocean...only in fresh water.

I was in our garden in the UK yesterday and got bitten several times.

 

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[toxicfairy]

Bugs LOVE me! I get bit every time i walk out the door at home during the summer months. Yet I swear I've never gotten a bit on a cruise vacation and we always do the Caribbean. If you are really concerned about it they have premoistened towletts of bug repellent.

These are $7.00 on amazon.com

 

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Edited July 10, 2017 by toxicfairy

[grapau27]

Bugs LOVE me! I get bit every time i walk out the door at home during the summer months. Yet I swear I've never gotten a bit on a cruise vacation and we always do the Caribbean. If you are really concerned about it they have premoistened towletts of bug repellent.

These are $7.00 on amazon.com

 

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Thanks.Never seen that brand in the UK but i will look out for them or something similar.

 

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[time4u2go]

Yes.

[toxicfairy]

Thanks.Never seen that brand in the UK but i will look out for them or something similar.

 

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Just figured you can throw a few in a bag. No liquid or cans to carry and leak in the bag😉

 

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[SbbquilterUT]

We carry Deet wipes - very small and easy to slip into our bag for the day. Then apply if needed.

[TNcruising02]

I was recently on the same cruise and packed insect repellent, but forgot to use it. Our first excursion was a bus tour. On one of the stops, my husband used the restroom and another guy warned him that there were mosquitoes in the rest room. Ugh. I figured we would be safe because all of our excursions were bus/trolley tours. So yes, you should use insect repellent.

[TNcruising02]

We carry Deet wipes - very small and easy to slip into our bag for the day. Then apply if needed.

 

That's a great idea. I am going to pack those on my next cruise.

[reallyitsmema]

Bugs LOVE me! I get bit every time i walk out the door at home during the summer months. Yet I swear I've never gotten a bit on a cruise vacation and we always do the Caribbean. If you are really concerned about it they have premoistened towletts of bug repellent.

These are $7.00 on amazon.com

 

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I keep a couple of these in my purse at all times. You never know when you are going to need them.

[grapau27]

I keep a couple of these in my purse at all times. You never know when you are going to need them.

Good idea plus some hydrocortisone cream if you get bitten.

 

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[LSUfan4444]

Never brought it to any of those ports and never needed it.

[grapau27]

Never brought it to any of those ports and never needed it.

You are tempting fate by saying that but i am pleased for you if you don't get bitten.

 

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[George C]

Never had issues on those, other Liberty route is different got several bites in Roatan

[LSUfan4444]

You are tempting fate by saying that but i am pleased for you if you don't get bitten.

 

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You probably don't want to hear my thoughts on vacation insurance then.

[grapau27]

You probably don't want to hear my thoughts on vacation insurance then.

You have to do what suits you.

In November 2011 we were just about to leave our pre cruise hotel when i got a phone call to say my mam had died.

Our UK insurance covered everything and were fantastic.

 

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