Alaska..what not to forget?

[svcalum07]

I'm traveling to Vancouver for the 7 night NB Golden Princess cruise.

Besides the obvious like passport, coat, rain gear, mini pharmacy of medication/first aid, and binoculars...what are some other items that you wish you had brought or forgot on your trip?????

...or things you had brought but didn't need.

[Shelldor]

I'm traveling to Vancouver for the 7 night NB Golden Princess cruise.

Besides the obvious like passport, coat, rain gear, mini pharmacy of medication/first aid, and binoculars...what are some other items that you wish you had brought or forgot on your trip?????

...or things you had brought but didn't need.

 

Bug Spray!! The mosquitos were bad when we were there.

[mexicobob]

I'm traveling to Vancouver for the 7 night NB Golden Princess cruise.

Besides the obvious like passport, coat, rain gear, mini pharmacy of medication/first aid, and binoculars...what are some other items that you wish you had brought or forgot on your trip?????

...or things you had brought but didn't need.

Umbrella may or may not be nice. Layers of medium coats may be better than one heavy coat. If you are into photography take enough memory for at least 2,000 pictures. After you pack, take half of it out and leave at home. You will not need it. Boots are nice if you will be outside and doing any hiking, or just out on deck. It was cold there last week.

[rkacruiser]

Maybe another memory card for your camera? Photo opportunities abound!

[ginabab]

Hiking shoes Sun hat An appetite for salmon and crab Binocs

[Cruise Raider]

Just a couple of things I haven't seen mentioned yet ...

-Sunscreen (I once used an entire tube of sunblock, didn't need my jacket on once)

-some small size plastic bags (wear over your socks / inside your shoes in case it is really raining .. will keep your feet dry)

[Micahs Grandad]

layers at least 4.

[riclop]

A coat.

[capriccio]

Whatever walking/hiking shoes you take make sure they are waterproof (silicone waterproofing spray is available for leather and fabric shoes).

 

Don't forget a hat, gloves and scarf. It might be warm in port but out on a moving ship the temperature can be much cooler, not to mention the wind you might have to contend with.

[Lucky TGO]

I tell my wife there’s no such thing. Plenty of money...:):):)

The Captain of The Rowboat,

Tony

[DougH]

I find the scarf very use full if you spend a lot of time out on deck. Like everyone says the key is to layer and be able to easily add or take off to stay comfortable.

All I ever wear is t shirt, long sleeve shirt, sweatshirt and light/medium weight jacket.

[elliair]

A happy attitude and patience with cruisers who do not understand our culture or shipboard etiquette.

[gooch47]

I can't emphasize the need for rain gear enough. We prefer ponchos but a lightweight rain suit might be something you (and us) might consider.

 

Binoculars are a must for us, too.

[Tucker in Texas]

Hot chocolate packets if you want some because they were not free in the Lido on our cruise. Made lots of friends giving them out (lol)

[satxdiver]

Don't forget your sense of outdoor adventure and appreciation of mother nature's work.

[Alaskanb]

A binder clip to hold drapes together -- it's stays light very late in Alaska. Alternative is a sleep mask.

[srpilo]

Don't forget your sense of outdoor adventure and appreciation of mother nature's work.

+ 1

 

Srpilo

[JoRoy218]

Leave the "fancy stuff" at home unless you're really into the formal nights!

[Ginnyfyr]

Dollar store rain ponchos

 

A small backpack so you can stash any layers you've shed during the day (or bring some extras)

 

Sunscreen

 

Lots of memory cards and an extra battery for your camera

 

Waterproof your sneakers before you leave home (available in Walmart camping section) - your feet will thank you!

[land lover]

a smile...you will have a wonderful time.....

[yags]

Just a couple of things I haven't seen mentioned yet ...

-Sunscreen (I once used an entire tube of sunblock, didn't need my jacket on once)

-some small size plastic bags (wear over your socks / inside your shoes in case it is really raining .. will keep your feet dry)

 

The plastic bag over your socks was the most valuable suggestion I have seen so far. We are leaving on the Grand June 25th to Alaska and you can bet those will be in my suitcase. Thanks

[Lil2Angelic]

I brought a couple very cheap water resistant nylon backpacks on ebay. Super lightweight and fit easily in our luggage. They came in very handy. Now I throw them in our luggage for all our cruises.

[txwriter]

I am in Ketchikan today. I only brought cold weather hats, but I wish I’d brought a baseball cap or my brimmed travel hat I usually take. Winter cap not needed today for long, but I needed a hat for sun. Yes, sun in Ketchikan.

[eclue]

Last year we were in Ketchikan in September and got a sunburn - the weather was gorgeous. We are going again later this month - hope it holds up.

[parentsof5]

I forgot my chapstick. And my husband his dress socks. Neither of which we could get on the ship.

 

There isn't anything I regretted bringing.