Countrygurl Posted July 9, 2018 #1 Share Posted July 9, 2018 My DD is getting married next month. She will be honeymooning in Italy and taking her first cruise. I want to put together a cruise basket for her bridal shower as a gift. I have luggage tags, ginger chews and sea bands (she gets motion sickness very easily). Suggestions on what else would be helpful? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted July 9, 2018 #2 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Sunscreen, hat, maybe a translation book, map of their ports.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted July 9, 2018 #3 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Highlighter to mark itiems of interest in the daily schedule. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GottaKnowWhen Posted July 9, 2018 #4 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Cash. Rick Steve’s book Mediterranean Cruise Ports. A small carryon for her to carry the cash and book and other stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pudgesmom Posted July 9, 2018 #5 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Some on board credit to use for shore excursions, spa or drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted July 9, 2018 #6 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Sexy nightgown. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted July 9, 2018 #7 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Sexy nightgown. :D Why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#55worktoplay Posted July 9, 2018 #8 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Packing cubes. I found out about them here on CC. I love them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langley Cruisers Posted July 9, 2018 #9 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Definitely some Euros - then they can hit the ground running with local currency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted July 9, 2018 #10 Share Posted July 9, 2018 EU plug adapter so they can use their dual voltage devices in European hotels and on the ship, should there be an EU plug. You can also get them with USB ports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Countrygurl Posted July 9, 2018 Author #11 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Sexy nightgown. :D Ugh, as a mom I'm not sure about this!lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCC retired Posted July 9, 2018 #12 Share Posted July 9, 2018 (edited) Some on board credit to use for shore excursions, spa or drinks. The Best suggestion . Nothing to pack or forget to pack . It is there waiting for you. Edited July 9, 2018 by MCC retired Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauren009 Posted July 9, 2018 #13 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Anything from these lists: http://laurenofalltrades.blogspot.com/2018/04/cruise-necessities.html http://laurenofalltrades.blogspot.com/2017/10/cabin-must-haves.html You might find more ideas from my cruise packing list: http://laurenofalltrades.blogspot.com/2017/10/cruise-packing-list.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricew001 Posted July 10, 2018 #14 Share Posted July 10, 2018 I love travel size toiletries. I have bought some travel sizes of items I'd never used and then they became staples for me (like the lavender face wipes)! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidi13 Posted July 10, 2018 #15 Share Posted July 10, 2018 In hotels and possibly the cruise ship, depending on the Line, she will require a power adapter and if taking lots of devices a power bar. However, the power strip must NOT have an integrated surge protector, which are fire hazards on ships. Small magnets and command strips come in handy for attaching things to the bulkheads and don't leave any residue on departure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langley Cruisers Posted July 10, 2018 #16 Share Posted July 10, 2018 Ugh, as a mom I'm not sure about this!lol Come on, you'll be the coolest Mom ever. :D:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoveByrds Posted July 11, 2018 #17 Share Posted July 11, 2018 For our honeymoon my mom called the cruise line and purchased gifts that were delivered to us on the cruise. I remember getting chocolate covered strawberries, champagne, and a specially catered balcony dinner. You could also get a new piece of luggage to put her shower gifts in. Sent from my LG-H932 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadow8800 Posted July 12, 2018 #18 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Instead of a power adapter perhaps a usb charging hub, we have a 5 port one we got on amazon and it worked great. Some 2 1/2 gallon ziplock bags, they work great for packing socks and underwear then just roll to get the air out. Happy cruising Sent from my SM-T580 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LA_CA_GAL Posted July 12, 2018 #19 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Walkie Talkies, rum runners, cigars, cigarettes and a boom box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Countrygurl Posted July 12, 2018 Author #20 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Come on, you'll be the coolest Mom ever. :D:D:D Thankfully one of her girlfriends has this covered!:p:plol Thanks to everyone for the advice. All very useful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Countrygurl Posted July 12, 2018 Author #21 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Walkie Talkies, rum runners, cigars, cigarettes and a boom box. For our honeymoon my mom called the cruise line and purchased gifts that were delivered to us on the cruise. I remember getting chocolate covered strawberries, champagne, and a specially catered balcony dinner.You could also get a new piece of luggage to put her shower gifts in. Sent from my LG-H932 using Tapatalk Love this advice. One of my friend's is getting her the new luggage. I do have a Coach tote bag I purchased to put all the essentials in I purchased. I will call the cruise line and set up the deliveries! Perfect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidi13 Posted July 12, 2018 #22 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Love this advice. One of my friend's is getting her the new luggage. I do have a Coach tote bag I purchased to put all the essentials in I purchased. I will call the cruise line and set up the deliveries! Perfect! Don't bother getting walkie talkies as they don't work aboard ships, except on the outer decks. The low power UHF frequencies cannot penetrate the steel bulkheads inside the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billslowsky Posted July 12, 2018 #23 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Sexy nightgown. :D Why? To wear to the breakfast buffet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted July 14, 2018 #24 Share Posted July 14, 2018 Night light for the cabin. sitick it notes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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