RAB1012 Posted August 10, 2008 #1 Share Posted August 10, 2008 Could anyone please help me find a good waterproof fanny pack that we can store passports, money, etc. We were wanting one for the excursions. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odblnt Posted August 10, 2008 #2 Share Posted August 10, 2008 Check out this website for anything waterproof that you could want: http://www.thewaterproofstore.com/index.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supteeto Posted August 10, 2008 #3 Share Posted August 10, 2008 i found this site online: http://www.waterproofgear.net/waterproof-waist-pack.htm I actually just bought a waterproof waist pack from REI yesterday for $30. The ones in the website, I didnt see at REI though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAB1012 Posted August 10, 2008 Author #4 Share Posted August 10, 2008 Wow, thank you very much. I should be able to find what i need there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TakeMeAway1001 Posted August 10, 2008 #5 Share Posted August 10, 2008 http://www.waterproofcases.net/aqp644.html I have their smaller version and love it, it lies flat and can be worn under clothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msmarvel Posted August 11, 2008 #6 Share Posted August 11, 2008 I got a fanny pack type waterproof bag at a local scuba shop, but it was made by Trident Dive company. It looks like a regular fanny pack, only flatter. It had 3 heavy duty ziplock closure on it, and it meant for snorkeling not diving (water proof to 30 feet I think) I tried it out at home, and it worked fine so I used to to keep my ipod, camera and id dry. I was cruising solo, so I had no one to watch my stuff, and I needed by digital camera with me for taking good land pictures. I'm sure it won't be hard to find something that works for you with the links you have here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uk-ladies Posted August 20, 2008 #7 Share Posted August 20, 2008 I wish it was as easy to get hold of these in the UK, unfortunately it's not :confused:. The only place I can find one is in Millets (camping store) and it's not that good tbh, it seems to just protect from splashes. I need something that will be ok to hold a passport and some $ when we go to Dunns Falls. If any Brits out there know of a good make then I'd be really grateful if you could let me know, thanks :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted August 20, 2008 #8 Share Posted August 20, 2008 I know this wasn't your original question but I would not take your passport on an excursion. Just leave it locked in a safe on the ship. Why take the chance of having it lost or stolen. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
love2cruiseseattle Posted August 20, 2008 #9 Share Posted August 20, 2008 I totally agree with Keith, leave the passport back on the ship. If you need ID bring your drivers license. We have never needed our passport when we were off of the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie J. Posted August 21, 2008 #10 Share Posted August 21, 2008 If you're from the UK, the ship may hold your passport until the cruise is over. Even if they don't, do not take your passport with you. You won't need it ashore! You'll only need a picture ID (driver's license) and ship's card to get back on board. We take a credit card and some cash, just put it in a pocket cliped together - not a wallet - when we go anywhere off the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blindrid Posted August 21, 2008 #11 Share Posted August 21, 2008 I know this wasn't your original question but I would not take your passport on an excursion. Just leave it locked in a safe on the ship. Why take the chance of having it lost or stolen. Keith you beat me to it ...... ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePatientOne Posted August 21, 2008 #12 Share Posted August 21, 2008 I wish it was as easy to get hold of these in the UK, unfortunately it's not :confused:. The only place I can find one is in Millets (camping store) and it's not that good tbh, it seems to just protect from splashes. I need something that will be ok to hold a passport and some $ when we go to Dunns Falls. If any Brits out there know of a good make then I'd be really grateful if you could let me know, thanks :D I think I understand why you posted this.. Maybe you can find a good "friend" here in the states and have them pick you up what you want and then ship it over.. Should be cheaper then having the web site ship it.. As far as customs goes, it is a "gift", should get you around the VAT tax... Just a thought... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uk-ladies Posted August 21, 2008 #13 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Many thanks for all of your helpful advice on this. The only reason we were thinking of taking a passport ashore with us was that I read somewhere on CC (can't find it now though) that it would be a godsend in the event that someone missed the ship! :rolleyes: However I still would like to get hold of one of these waterproof bags for the likes of cash/card that we will need to carry ashore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted August 21, 2008 #14 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Many thanks for all of your helpful advice on this. The only reason we were thinking of taking a passport ashore with us was that I read somewhere on CC (can't find it now though) that it would be a godsend in the event that someone missed the ship! :rolleyes: However I still would like to get hold of one of these waterproof bags for the likes of cash/card that we will need to carry ashore. Some people will take their passports for the reasons you said but I don't agree with them. I sincerel believe that one has a better chance of losing them or having them stolen than missing the ship. We do make a copy. The copy can't be used as the real thing but could facilitate getting a new one. You may find that your passport is held anyway. On many of the cruise lines we sail on our passport is now held by the cruise line. Either way, I would not take the passport with you. As you say the holder can be used for your other items. Have a great time. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaileeh Posted August 25, 2008 #15 Share Posted August 25, 2008 Most ships will carry them in their gift shops. I have seen them there on all of my past cruises. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uk-ladies Posted August 25, 2008 #16 Share Posted August 25, 2008 Thanks for your replies on this, I'll hold out and look for a suitable wallet at the airport or onboard ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sklja Posted August 25, 2008 #17 Share Posted August 25, 2008 I was under the impression that we needed our passports to reboard the ship after a excursion...I read under another site that you don't need it... What ID, do you use if you don't use your passport. Room key and drivers license? thanks sklja Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie J. Posted August 25, 2008 #18 Share Posted August 25, 2008 Over 20+ years we've been on 50+ cruises. The ONLY time we needed our passports was Key West, THE USA! Never have figured that out! We always leave ours in ours in our safe. If you are not a US citizen, the ship usually holds your pasport until the last morning! All you need is a photo ID, a Driver's license, even credit card with your picture or state ID if you don't have a driver's license and, your room key/card! A cruise friend once picked up her boyfriend's room key/card and it took it when when he stayed on board. Her photo was not the one they pulled up, but they did straigten it out and she was finally allowed to board! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blindrid Posted August 25, 2008 #19 Share Posted August 25, 2008 I was under the impression that we needed our passports to reboard the ship after a excursion...I read under another site that you don't need it...What ID, do you use if you don't use your passport. Room key and drivers license? thanks sklja All I take when I leave it one cc, dl, ship card and a bit of cash. Essentially, if I lose all of that, it doesn't affect me one way or another.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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