jdvmd Posted April 4 #1 Share Posted April 4 Have cruised a LOT but never done a Transatlantic. I know the weather will be iffy and leans more toward cold and windy than calm seas with the sun shining. Any special clothing to take? How do you dress for a TA cruise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crystalspin Posted April 4 #2 Share Posted April 4 35 minutes ago, jdvmd said: Any special clothing to take? How do you dress for a TA cruise? If you think you will want to spend time on the deck/promenade/balcony, I would suggest a jacket (or coat) that would be somewhat warm as well as wind and water resistant. I just ordered a LLBean H2OFF jacket that is warm-lined with quilted upper body and plaid wool lower body. If I hadn't found it, my non-thermal H2Off is roomy enough to wear over a sweater. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsn55 Posted April 6 #3 Share Posted April 6 What Crystal said about the jacket/coat. I prefer a longish coat of thinner fabric over many layers. Be sure yours will fit over a sweater or two. I usually bring gloves and earmuffs, my ears don't like a cold wind. Otherwise, your basic layers, just like always. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2BACRUISER Posted April 6 #4 Share Posted April 6 A lot depends on whether you are going West to East or East to west? Layers is the name of the game there's no such thing as bad weather only bad clothing choices so go prepared for all eventualities. Regardless of where we're going we always pack a light wind/rain mac being Brits we're used to 4 seasons in one day lol 😆 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cancun01 Posted April 6 #5 Share Posted April 6 I have sailed across the transatlantic several times on different lines. A lot of your packing will be determined by the month in which you are traveling and whether your route is North Atlantic or further south. If you are traveling from NYC to Southampton on the QM2 in mid-December your requirements will be very different than if you are traveling from Miami to Lisbon in July. Are you stopping in the Azores or Bermuda? If you would provide more info it would be helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Water_Baby_ Posted April 13 #6 Share Posted April 13 Layers. I've taken many transatlantic cruises with weather ranging from hot (Florida) to snow in the Bay of Biscay. Easier to pack fewer things of each category (shorts, jeans, sweaters) and rewear things if necessary. Definitely take a rain coat that is windproof and a scarf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Mary229 Posted April 13 #7 Share Posted April 13 Overall layers are the plan but if you are asking about dress code it is usually fairly relaxed garb in the daytime. People do tend to dress nicely (but not formally) for dinner as they have time to primp a bit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingAlong4Now Posted April 24 #8 Share Posted April 24 For the colder trips, I like hoodies that fit under my water-resistant windbreaker (also with hood). I think they are also useful even for the warmer trips since it can be chilly in the mornings. I also like walking shoes that are good for a damp or wet deck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verviers2000 Posted April 26 #9 Share Posted April 26 I always try to have at least 1 layer for any weather condition. So I take 1 pair of water repellent pants and coat. A sweater or 2 if I have the space. And it's always a good idea to pack a pair of shorts that you can pair with tshirts or linen shirts if its warm and sunny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsn55 Posted April 26 #10 Share Posted April 26 I've lived in California too long! I don't recall ever seeing a pair of waterproof pants. Where would I go to find some online? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted April 26 #11 Share Posted April 26 4 hours ago, jsn55 said: I've lived in California too long! I don't recall ever seeing a pair of waterproof pants. Where would I go to find some online? Sierra Trading Post, REI, Costco, Sams Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neeuqdrazil Posted May 2 #12 Share Posted May 2 Much depends on the line and the route, as mentioned above, as well as the time of year. I've done 3 TAs on QM2, all north Atlantic. Layers are definitely recommended if you're going to be spending any time on deck. (At least two of my TAs have involved multiple days where the decks were closed due to weather.) Indoors on the ship should be pretty temperate, but the AC can be cranked, so a cardigan or shawl can be helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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