CruiseWendy Posted February 6, 2020 #1 Share Posted February 6, 2020 Hi Everyone! I just bought (after 15 cruises) the magnetic hooks to hangup in my cabin to get more storage and organization in the room. What are you're favorite go-to's to bring for your cabin. Tips, tricks, must haves, wow items! I Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailorMan98 Posted February 6, 2020 #2 Share Posted February 6, 2020 Usually we will bring some wet wipes and wipe down remotes, door handles, switches, tables, etc. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thegraminator Posted February 7, 2020 #3 Share Posted February 7, 2020 We like to bring an over-the -door shoe bag. We hang it on the outside the bathroom door and store our sunscreen , lotions, lanyards , chargers, etc. in it. It really frees up the limited counter space . Another tip I have read about, but never used, was to bring a small blow up swimming pool from the dollar store to use inside the shower to bathe small children ( which I don't have ). One last tip is to decorate the cabin door to help locate your room easier . Just don't put up anything that you'd hate to have taken. Sometimes people decide it's funny to steal other people 's things . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuCruise Posted February 7, 2020 #4 Share Posted February 7, 2020 I use the provided pant hangers in the closet to dry bathing suits. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GarlicBread Posted February 7, 2020 #5 Share Posted February 7, 2020 Dryer sheets to make the drawers/wardrobes smell nice and clothes smell fresh. Pop up hampers, for shoes and/or dirty clothes 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsg612 Posted February 7, 2020 #6 Share Posted February 7, 2020 Shoe holder over the bathroom door. Gives you lots of little pockets to put stuff in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colorado Babe Posted February 7, 2020 #7 Share Posted February 7, 2020 Magnets for invites, important info etc.Poo spray for bathroom Night light for bathroomFirst aide kit/sewing kit/stationary kitSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joand452 Posted February 7, 2020 #8 Share Posted February 7, 2020 4 hours ago, CruiseWendy said: Hi Everyone! I just bought (after 15 cruises) the magnetic hooks to hangup in my cabin to get more storage and organization in the room. What are you're favorite go-to's to bring for your cabin. Tips, tricks, must haves, wow items! I What kind of magnets did you get? After the last cruise, I decided that I needed something stronger! I usually bring the plastic clips with tiny magnet on the back. They barely held up one piece of paper! Maybe the walls are less metal these days (last cruise was on Anthem)? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pianogrl44 Posted February 7, 2020 #9 Share Posted February 7, 2020 16 minutes ago, joand452 said: What kind of magnets did you get? After the last cruise, I decided that I needed something stronger! I usually bring the plastic clips with tiny magnet on the back. They barely held up one piece of paper! Maybe the walls are less metal these days (last cruise was on Anthem)? The earth magnet hooks on amazon are awesome for holding up swimsuits etc - they are VERY strong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisegirl1 Posted February 7, 2020 #10 Share Posted February 7, 2020 14 minutes ago, joand452 said: What kind of magnets did you get? After the last cruise, I decided that I needed something stronger! I usually bring the plastic clips with tiny magnet on the back. They barely held up one piece of paper! Maybe the walls are less metal these days (last cruise was on Anthem)? We use strong hook magnets we purchase at a home improvement store. Many magnet packages will list a lb, strength. We also bought a pack of small but strong magnets at the container store. Do not rely on dollar store magnets. The metal is consistent, the difference is the strength of the magnets. m Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmangel Posted February 7, 2020 #11 Share Posted February 7, 2020 I like to hang an air freshener in the bathroom. However, make sure you like the fragrance. I bought a pack with a coconut fragrance, thinking it would be perfect for a Caribbean cruise. I hated the smell! I ended up not using it at all and that wasn’t the best option either! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PTAngel Posted February 7, 2020 #12 Share Posted February 7, 2020 (edited) I bring a Tide pen for stains in my clothes. A highlighter for the daily events & a pencil with an eraser & a sharpener for all the sodukos & puzzles. Plenty of zip lock baggies in different sizes. Extra batteries for everything that needs a battery. Chargers for everything that needs charging & a USB adapter for 3 or 4 cords. A couple extra days of prescriptions. Edited February 7, 2020 by PTAngel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseWendy Posted February 7, 2020 Author #13 Share Posted February 7, 2020 1 hour ago, joand452 said: What kind of magnets did you get? After the last cruise, I decided that I needed something stronger! I usually bring the plastic clips with tiny magnet on the back. They barely held up one piece of paper! Maybe the walls are less metal these days (last cruise was on Anthem)? I bought siMul brand off of Amazon. 55lb hooks, might be overkill but I wanted strong little suckers:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awestover89 Posted February 7, 2020 #14 Share Posted February 7, 2020 Not for the cabin specifically, but for cruising in general - cruise line luggage tag holders. Definitely with the metal loop. These are the ones we use specifically: https://amzn.to/3744DzM Got them after a cruise where our tags were ripped off while getting the bags on board. Without a tag our luggage was never delivered, we found it sitting with a bunch of other undelivered luggage just sitting by guest services where anybody could have grabbed it. Bought these the second we got back home and have used them ever since. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smakl Posted February 7, 2020 #15 Share Posted February 7, 2020 @awestover89 I think we have those same tag holders and they work wonderfully. So much easier than using tape or staples and worrying about them ripping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oddly excitered Posted February 7, 2020 #16 Share Posted February 7, 2020 binoculars for lazy days on the balcony! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tillys mom Posted February 7, 2020 #17 Share Posted February 7, 2020 Small spray bottle with a dryer sheet rolled up inside. When you get to the ship(or any destination) add water and use as a clothes refresher/wrinkle releaser. Empty bottle when ready to go home. 7 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare brillohead Posted February 8, 2020 #18 Share Posted February 8, 2020 On 2/6/2020 at 10:15 PM, CruiseWendy said: I bought siMul brand off of Amazon. 55lb hooks, might be overkill but I wanted strong little suckers:) Definitely overkill. I had some of the stronger magnets, but the magnets themselves are on the heavy side, and since I have to fly to port, I have to worry about suitcase weight. I've used these 22-pound magnets for the past several years, and they hold an amazing amount of wet clothing from the ceiling, but aren't so large and heavy that they impact my luggage weight limit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare vacationlover_mn Posted February 8, 2020 #19 Share Posted February 8, 2020 All of the above... and ziploc bags to store cookies 🙂 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbjen Posted February 8, 2020 #20 Share Posted February 8, 2020 Post it notes. And on our last cruise we had 4 identical coke cups, so I will be bringing a sharpie next time to put names on them. I also always bring a mini bottle of dish soap and a tea towel to wash the cups. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagsfan Posted February 8, 2020 #21 Share Posted February 8, 2020 Not a cabin hack, but I take a Word document to leave on the bed on the first day. Sometimes stewards don’t get to meet us until after dinner. I type a greeting to the steward and introduction. I let him know our preference for bed configuration. I can’t sleep under a duvet, so I request a top sheet and blanket instead. I also need a couple of extra pillows. I also request ice twice daily. Some cruise lines do once unless requested. I thank him in advance That way I get it all out of the way, and he doesn’t have to memorize what I and 10 other people are requesting. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flamingos Posted February 8, 2020 #22 Share Posted February 8, 2020 (edited) 3 hours ago, lbjen said: Post it notes. And on our last cruise we had 4 identical coke cups, so I will be bringing a sharpie next time to put names on them. I also always bring a mini bottle of dish soap and a tea towel to wash the cups. We use stickers to personalize our coke cups. If you don't have any from your kids' supply, grab some at the dollar store. I'm the flamingo, he's the peace sign. :-) Edited February 8, 2020 by flamingos clarification. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magicat Posted February 8, 2020 #23 Share Posted February 8, 2020 Windup flash light in the event of a power outage. White board to hang on exterior door to leave messages if travelling with others. clothes pins for: hanging clothes in the shower and if the ship has a shower curtain instead of a door, to hold the curtain from sticking to you while showering. Pen and pad of paper Coolies or Kozzies to hold those cold cans or bottles of beer Cork screw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smakl Posted February 8, 2020 #24 Share Posted February 8, 2020 5 hours ago, vacationlover_mn said: All of the above... and ziploc bags to store cookies 🙂 I actually send my son to college with ziploc bags for that exact reason - to take cookies in his backpack for later. You must also have a cookie "problem". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ARandomTraveler Posted February 8, 2020 #25 Share Posted February 8, 2020 (edited) One of these to carry your drink cup so you can have your hands free (1000mL size) AUPET Water Bottle Carrier,Insulated Neoprene Water Bottle Holder Bag Case Pouch Cover 1000ML or 750ML,Adjustable Shoulder Strap, Great for Stainless Steel and Plastic Bottles https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012S9GKLS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ycWpEbJFQ0J6T Edited February 8, 2020 by ARandomTraveler 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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