shore excur.- what to do w/ stuff?

[me&2kids]

My kids (DS 6yo & DD 3 yo) & I are taking our first cruise on Carnival's Fantasy in Feb. I figure I'll need to take dry clothes, sunscreen, cash, and all the regular "mommy gear" whenever we get off the ship- probably in a backpack. Here's my question: what do you do with your stuff on shore excursions, particularly swimming ones (we're doing the dolphin encounter in Cozumel)? I may use a waterproof fanny pack for things like our passports & cruise cards, but what do I do with the rest?

 

Any other tips you can provide a first time family cruiser will be most appreciated! Many thanks!!!

[crusinmama06]

I take as little "stuff" as possible. ;)

 

I use a waterproof digital so that my camera is always on my wrist. The rest stays in a backpack and in sight.

 

I never leave the ship with my passports (I know I know, to some this is the ultimate evil). I take my photo ID (DL) and my sea pass cards. That's it.

[Kerry's Girls]

I have a waterproof money/credit card holder that I wear around my neck. In a cheap tote bag goes all the stuff we need - but nothing I would care about if it got taken while we were in the water (and nothing that looks enticing). Never had a problem yet.

 

Best,

Mia

[cb at sea]

Everyone in your "excursion group" will be in the water with you---who's going to steal your stuff? Don't bring anything of value---a couple bucks--no one wants your sunscreen or t-shirt or hat.....

You can usually leave your stuff in whatever transportation vehicle brought you. No one will bother it.

[me&2kids]

Thanks so much for helping this newbie out! Is there anything that you wish you had taken off the ship but didn't?

[CC Help Michell]

Thanks so much for helping this newbie out! Is there anything that you wish you had taken off the ship but didn't?

 

A hairbrush (I just forgot it -- thankfully I had a hat!)! Otherwise, I've only had stuff I wish I'd left ON the ship because I didn't need it. :)