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[familyplus2]

I have seen very complete packing lists and suggestions but can't seem to find them right now. We are going on the miracle 5/08 with 5 first time cruisers and 2 that have really only been on 1 previous cruise.......so, can some one please give me a link to whatever list I could print and hand out to mom and friends to help?

 

Thanks

[Bookbug53]

I have seen very complete packing lists and suggestions but can't seem to find them right now. We are going on the miracle 5/08 with 5 first time cruisers and 2 that have really only been on 1 previous cruise.......so, can some one please give me a link to whatever list I could print and hand out to mom and friends to help?

 

Thanks

 

Try these:

 

http://www.packinglight.net/plight/text_1.asp?tx_id=90

 

 

http://cruises.about.com/cs/cruisepl...ackinglist.htm

 

or the ultimate list by Calgon:

 

As published, This Ultimate Packing List was designed for a seven day cruise of the Caribbean,

for two adults (well, one adult and one Calgon), traveling without children, and works fairly well for

most warm weather cruise areas; i.e., the Amazon River, the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Red, Arabian,

Coral, Tasman, Philippine, South and East China Seas, the Gulfs of Guinea and Mexico, the South Pacific and Indian Oceans.

 

His Fanny Pack -

_____ travel documents (air tickets, cruise tickets, insurance forms)

_____ confirmations (taxi, limousine, hotel, motel)

_____ identity documents (passports, birth certificates, SCUBA and drivers licenses)

_____ copy of her credit card(s) *

_____ $ 320 cash ($200/$2s - $100/$20s - $20/$1 coins) **

_____ business cards

_____ calculator

_____ currency exchange card ***

_____ sleep mask

_____ ear plugs ****

_____ his keys

_____ nail clippers

 

Her Fanny Pack -

_____ copies identity documents (IDs) *

_____ confirmations (taxi, limousine, hotel, motel) *

_____ copies of travel documents*

_____ copy of his credit card(s) *

_____ $ 500 "dual" traveler's checks (in $20s)

_____ business cards

_____ copies of all prescriptions

_____ currency exchange card ***

_____ address/phone book

_____ sleep mask

_____ ear plugs ****

_____ her keys

_____ luggage key(s)

 

* - Certified true copies of the originals, w/raised (embossed) notary/official seal.

** - Use the $2 bills and the (new, gold) $1 coins for various tips. Room service, bag porters, etc. You will be remembered.

*** - The link provided allows you to create custom converters for each country you will be visiting.

**** - Noisy children on planes, in cabins and at poolside.

 

Camera Bag (small, belt type) -

_____ small camera *

_____ 4 rolls film *

_____ camera battery

 

- or -

 

Camera Bag (large, over the shoulder) -

_____ camera(s) *

_____ lenses

_____ light meter(s)

_____ flash

_____ filters

_____ film (floppies) *

_____ mono-, bi-, or tripod

_____ cleaning kit

_____ batteries (camera, flash, meters)

_____ charging units

_____ cables, etc.

 

* - Put return address stickers on each film canister (floppy or cassette) and disposable camera.

Use the self-stickum kind that you usually put on snail-mail. This will increase your chances of the item

being returned if it is lost or picked up by someone else by mistake. Likewise, when you grab YOUR disposable

camera, before you start clicking away, look for YOUR sticker. Don't bother labeling a good camera, but do record

the serial numbers of the camera body and any lenses. They can identify them as yours if there is ever a question.

 

Walkman Pack (belt type) -

_____ CD/Cassette Walkman ®, w/adapter

_____ headphones

_____ CDs/Cassettes

_____ mini speakers

_____ batteries

 

First Aid Kit (pack in 3rd carry-on)* -

_____ Band-Aids ®

_____ Ace ® wrap (2")

_____ hot compress

_____ cold compress

_____ adhesive tape (1", water resistant)

_____ tweezers

_____ small scissors

_____ alcohol prep-pads

_____ thermometer

_____ insect repellent (spray w/20-25% Deet)

_____ lip balm

_____ eye drops

_____ ear drops (Star-Otic ®, etc.)

_____ sun-block (SPF 30, or higher)

_____ sinus spray/drops

_____ anti-diahrreal (Imodium AD ®, Pepto-Bismol ®, etc.)

_____ antacid (Tums ®, Rolaids ®, Phazyme ®, Pepcid AC ®, etc.)

_____ analgesic (Bayer ®, Tylenol ®, Bactine ®, etc.)

_____ expectorant (Halls ®, Robitussin-DM ®, etc.)

_____ decongestant (Nyquil ®, Dayquil ®, Benadryl ®, etc.)

_____ triple antibiotic cream (Bactracine ®, Myatracine ®, etc.)

_____ anti-nausea (ground ginger capsules, Bromie ®, Dramamine ®, Sea-Bands ®, etc.)

 

* - I've found that a medium sized (3"x 6"x 8") men's toiletry bag does very well.

 

1st Carry-On (toiletries/personals) -

_____ her toothbrush

_____ his toothbrush

_____ toothpaste

_____ denture cleanser

_____ mouthwash

_____ dental floss

_____ her razor w/extra blades

_____ his razor w/extra blades

_____ shaving cream

_____ bath soap

_____ anti-bacterial hand wash

_____ hair dryer

_____ curling iron

_____ her deodorant

_____ his deodorant

_____ her perfumes

_____ his after-shave

_____ her cologne

_____ his cologne

_____ shampoo

_____ conditioner

_____ shower cap(s)

_____ hair spray

_____ combs/brushes

_____ hair items (bobby pins, scrunchies, etc.)

_____ make-up

_____ cotton balls

_____ Q-Tips ®

_____ nail polishes

_____ polish removers

_____ talcum powder

_____ moisturizers

_____ tanning lotions

_____ feminine products

_____ vitamins

_____ medications

_____ spare glasses

_____ magnifying mirror

_____ contraceptives

_____ powdered laundry detergent

_____ bubble bath

_____ $10 roll of quarters

 

2nd Carry-On (Calgon's survival gear)(see notes below) -

_____ * 2 paperback books

_____ * your family address book (to include e-mail addresses)

_____ * bilingual dictionary

_____ * cell phone w/charger

_____ * flashlight

_____ * notebook/journal/diary

_____ * small binoculars

_____ * cable ties

_____ * 4 pens

_____ * 2 rain gear

_____ * 2 pair sunglasses

_____ * headphones

_____ * folding umbrella

_____ AAA Tourguides ®

_____ area map

_____ cruise brochure

_____ 10-12 envelopes (legal size)

_____ manila envelope, w/2 cardboard inserts (8.5"x11")

_____ two-way radios (short range)

_____ 4 disposable underwater cameras

_____ nightlight

_____ 2 Croakies ®

_____ sewing kit (w/safety pins)

_____ dry cleaner kit

_____ Woolite ®

_____ steamer

_____ 2 spritzer bottles

_____ Misty-Mate ®

_____ power cord

_____ plastic/wooden clothes pins

_____ spare Walkman ® batteries

_____ open (nylon) mesh pool bag

_____ mesh laundry bag

_____ Duct Tape ®

_____ Post-It ® notes

_____ Zip-Lock ® bags

_____ 2 closet organizers

_____ 2 highlighters

_____ 2 Peepers ®

_____ 2 inflatable coathangers

_____ compass or GPS

_____ eyeglass repair kit

_____ Super-Glue ®

_____ 2 Bungee ® cords

 

* - Keep readily accessible in outer pocket(s).

 

3rd Carry-On (in case your bags are delayed) *-

_____ 1 blouse

_____ 1 light sweater (hers)

_____ 1 pair shorts (hers)

_____ 1 pair nylons/pantyhose

_____ 1 brassiere

_____ 1 pair panties

_____ 1 polo shirt (his)

_____ 1 pair shorts (his)

_____ 2 pair tennis shoes (1 each)

_____ 2 light jackets (1 each)

_____ 2 swimsuits (1 each)

_____ 2 pair underwear (1 each)

_____ 2 pair socks (1 each)

_____ First-Aid Kit

_____ * Leatherman ®

_____ * Swiss Army Knife (with corkscrew!)

_____ church key

_____ jewelry (theirs)

 

* - Use a back-pack style bag, if possible. Will do double duty later as a beach bag for those shore excursions!

 

Large Suitcase #1 -

Their Stuff -

_____ 3rd Carry-on *

_____ 1 large cloth suitcase (empty/folded) **

_____ 2 large, insulated mugs

_____ 1 pair large binoculars

_____ 20 rolls film ***

Her Stuff -

_____ 1 theme outfit (BLT, western, 50's, etc.), if applicable

_____ 1 swimsuit

_____ 1 belt (reversible)

_____ 1 set PJs/sleepwear (if applicable)

_____ 1 robe ****

_____ 1 cap/hat/sun visor

_____ 1 semi-formal outfit

_____ 1 light blouse

_____ 1 pair shorts

_____ 1 pair casual slacks

_____ 2 brassieres

_____ 2-3 pair panties

_____ 1 slip

_____ 2-3 pair nylons/pantyhose

_____ 1 pair casual shoes

_____ 2 pair athletic socks

_____ 1 set dive mask & snorkel

_____ 1 pair swim shoes *****

_____ 1 pair dive gloves

His Stuff -

_____ 1 theme outfit (BLT, western, 50's, etc.), if applicable

_____ 1 swimsuit

_____ 1 belt (reversible)

_____ 1 set PJ/sleepwear (if applicable)

_____ 1 robe ****

_____ 1 cap/hat/sun visor

_____ 2 dress shirts (1 formal)

_____ 2 polo shirts

_____ 1 T-shirt

_____ 1 pair slacks

_____ 2 pair shorts

_____ 1 undershirts

_____ 2-3 pair underwear

_____ 1 pair dark socks

_____ 1 pair light socks

_____ 1 pair athletic socks

_____ 1 pair loafers

_____ 1 set dive mask & snorkel

_____ 1 pair swim shoes *****

_____ 1 pair dive gloves

 

* - Remove on reaching your departure city. Replace with any booze, beer, wine, soft drinks, water, etc. you are going to try to smuggle on board the ship.

** - For packing souvenirs in for your return trip.

*** - If you are not using a large camera bag.

**** - Check first to see if your ship provides robes with the cabin; or if they are included in a special package you've purchased.

***** - Nylon slip-on shoes with a tough rubber sole. Invaluable for skin/scuba divers, or anyone who may walk in the surf. Coral is VERY SHARP!

 

Large Suitcase #2 -

Her Stuff -

_____ 1 semi-formal outfit

_____ 1 wrap

_____ 1 light blouse

_____ 1 pair shorts

_____ 1 pair casual slacks

_____ 1 belt (reversible)

_____ 2 brassieres

_____ 2-3 pair panties

_____ 1 slip

_____ 2-3 nylons/pantyhose

_____ 1 pair athletic socks

_____ 1 pair sandals

His Stuff -

_____ 1 dress shirt

_____ 2 polo shirts

_____ 1 T-shirt

_____ 1 pair slacks

_____ 2 pair shorts

_____ 1 undershirt

_____ 2-3 pair underwear

_____ 1 belt (reversible)

_____ 1 pair dark socks

_____ 1 pair light socks

_____ 1 pair athletic socks

_____ 1 pair sandals

 

Garment Bag (shared) (with plastic/rubber coated wire hangers)-

_____ 2 formal outfits (hers) *

_____ 2 formal handbags

_____ 2 pair formal shoes (hers)

_____ 1 tuxedo (w/accruements) *

_____ 1 white dinner jacket *

_____ 1 dress suit or blazer w/tie *

_____ 1 pair black dress shoes (his)

_____ door hangers **

 

* - To prevent/reduce wrinkles for your hanging clothes, try this. Cover each item with a plastic garment bag from the dry cleaners. It really works!

** - Door Hangers. Plastic coat hooks I found in my local hardware store. They come in two packs and three packs at around $2.00 per package.

Use them on the outside of the closet door to have the next outfit ready and accessible without having to leave the closet doors open. Makes it a lot

easier to get by in a crowded cabin.

[poohbear]

Since 9/11 we have not used locks on our luggage, and never had a problem. Do we have to lock luggage for the cruise. I remember reading somewhere that we should, and if so where do we get TSA approved locks? Thanks

[poohbear]

can't get search to work, always times out, We have not locked our luggage since 9/11. Wondering do we have to when we check it at the port? If so where do we get TSA approved locks? Thanks

[Ms Belvedere]

Since 9/11 we have not used locks on our luggage, and never had a problem. Do we have to lock luggage for the cruise. I remember reading somewhere that we should, and if so where do we get TSA approved locks? Thanks

 

 

I'm sure they have them in the luggage departments of major dept stores, AAA sells them, and they are easily found on line. TSA Locks

[MaryZ]

I'd completely disregard the long packing list. Many of the things that are listed you can't carry on. too much stuff for a 7 day cruise. And not enough cash. Travellers checks are passe' , useless.

there is absolutely no reason to carry both a passport and a birth certificate.

I'd hate to have to travel with that person. I was reading the list looking for the kitchen sink :p

[Firsttimescaredcruiser!]

Since 9/11 we have not used locks on our luggage, and never had a problem. Do we have to lock luggage for the cruise. I remember reading somewhere that we should, and if so where do we get TSA approved locks? Thanks

 

 

I bought mine in the luggage section at Target, but I've seen them at other places. They list on the package TSA approved.

[spartygrad95]

wow, that list is extensive and exhausting. I save space by wearing all my contraceptives aboard.

[HvacTstatGuy]

We don't use locks but use " nylon electrical TyWraps". You can find them at Staples. We then keep in an outside pocket a small pair of nail clippers to cut them off. If TSA needs to open they just cut them off and are alot cheaper than TSA approved locks. Just remember to pack extra for the ride home!

[MaryZ]

wow, that list is extensive and exhausting. I save space by wearing all my contraceptives aboard.

 

LOL :D We save space by not having to use them due to elective surgery :p

all that stuff she brings and she only brings 2-3 pairs of underwear for a 7 day cruise...lol

[JerseyshoreBruce]

Lots of underwear....double for the amount of time for you cruise....5 pairs of shorts and 3-4 bathing suits....the rest is common sense....trust me lots of underwear!;)

[familyplus2]

Thanks to everyone!

[ladycaveat]

I sort of kind of think that packing list was for you to check off things you wanted to take with you. I'm sure it wasn't meant for anyone to take everything on the list. Were one to take everything on that list and all the other lists . . . you'd need a U-Hall truck to transport it . . . . :p

[mfs2k]

I sort of kind of think that packing list was for you to check off things you wanted to take with you. I'm sure it wasn't meant for anyone to take everything on the list. Were one to take everything on that list and all the other lists . . . you'd need a U-Hall truck to transport it . . . . :p

 

Actually, i think it was considered a good list for one to take it all... Why else specify each suitcase.....?

 

Something was left off though:

 

He forgot suitcase #4 for DW's shoes........

[Bookbug53]

I'd completely disregard the long packing list. Many of the things that are listed you can't carry on. too much stuff for a 7 day cruise. And not enough cash. Travellers checks are passe' , useless.

there is absolutely no reason to carry both a passport and a birth certificate.

I'd hate to have to travel with that person. I was reading the list looking for the kitchen sink :p

 

The list is titled 'THE ULTIMATE PACKING LIST'

for a reason. It includes all possible items. Of course you would not pack it all but it gives you a list to work from. I have used it many times (including and eliminating as needed) and find I usually end up with all that I need. Some things are not needed on a cruise but may come in handy for other trips and vice versa. I also posted other links and I am sure that as the OP reads through the answers they will find many items to be added or eliminated as their unique needs are considered. To just say 'disregard the long packing list' is very narrow-minded. Let them be the judge of what is handy, needed, or helpful. If you have something to add that may be helpful, do so.

[MamaParrotHead]

I'd completely disregard the long packing list. Many of the things that are listed you can't carry on. too much stuff for a 7 day cruise. And not enough cash. Travellers checks are passe' , useless.

there is absolutely no reason to carry both a passport and a birth certificate.

I'd hate to have to travel with that person. I was reading the list looking for the kitchen sink :p

 

I surely don't want to be travelling with all of the cash I need on hand for my week long vacation. Especially considering the Purser's desk onboard will cash Traveller's Checks for no charge. And if they get lost or stolen, I still get my cash back...if you lose cash, you're just S.O.L. Makes sense to me.

 

I'm with everyone else on that packing list (and all the others that are circulating here on CC)...I'm a "bring it just in case" person and still only bring 3% of that list.