Judi2112 Posted April 25, 2009 #51 Share Posted April 25, 2009 1. Husband 2. Husband's Credit Cards 3. Camera 4. Scopoderm Patches 5. A sense of humour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karling Posted May 5, 2009 #52 Share Posted May 5, 2009 Hi Folks, If you bring a nightlight, make sure it is one were the position of the light can be rotated. The one I brought for may last cruise would'nt fit in the socket. I guess that is what the power strip was for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RetireeWannabee Posted May 5, 2009 #53 Share Posted May 5, 2009 sunscreen hair conditioner sneakers for exploring ports money bathing suit a smile Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mszula Posted May 5, 2009 #54 Share Posted May 5, 2009 I only have one to add; but with all the rich food on the cruise it always goes with me: Immodium. No they don't sell it in the shops. They probably don't want people to be treating their own Noro virus. That I would never do. My apologies to anyone eating an early dinner. <grin> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kescott98 Posted May 6, 2009 #55 Share Posted May 6, 2009 The items that I would bring would be: Alarm Clock Credit Card/Passport/Documents Sunscreen/Sunglasses Swim Suit/Cover-up/Sandals Camera/ iPod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moondoggie Posted May 6, 2009 #56 Share Posted May 6, 2009 Along with what most people have suggested, I bring 1. our large sized Tervis Tumblers with lid and straw--keeps those drinks frosty cold and free 2. wire hangers for the closet so we can hang up most of what we bring--just leave them there after the cruise 3. a swimming noodle--leave it at your last port 4. thank you notes to include with the tips--crew members say they love these because they are added to their records and their bosses see them 5. our Tilley hats--well worth the price! someone said it before--a great attitude is the best thing to bring along! and DH and i have survived norovirus and a serious leg injury requiring stitches--that great attitude sure helped! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sillysailor 1955 Posted May 6, 2009 #57 Share Posted May 6, 2009 thank you notes to include with the tips--crew members say they love these because they are added to their records and their bosses see them This is a great idea.... :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McDebbie Posted May 7, 2009 #58 Share Posted May 7, 2009 We smoke so two things we don't leave without are a small prozone which will take the smell of smoke right out of the cabin (even though we usually only smoke on the balcony) and a windproof ashtray. Zip lock bags in various sizes Insulated mug - although I am rethinking that one. I use one everyday all day (even at work) but maybe I should start buying from the ship and they can be my 'ship' souvenier? Battery fan in the Caribbean, I can't stand a muggy humid bathroom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MICHLEV1974 Posted May 7, 2009 #59 Share Posted May 7, 2009 I enjoy this post...love everyone's thoughts and suggestions and comments! here are my 5: 1. singles and 5's to tip the room service attendant and porters 2. oust spray or lysol...those cabins carry a funky smell after a few rounds in the dining room stuffing your face til you can't hold it anymore....toot toot 3. can't live w/out sunscreen and moisturizer....salt water=dry skin 4. credit cards 5. the kids I am definately packing some of your other suggestions: night light and power strip on my next trip....great ideas! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruznjan Posted May 7, 2009 #60 Share Posted May 7, 2009 I bring a shower brush from the dollar store, so I can leave the wet brush on the last day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare printingchick Posted May 7, 2009 #61 Share Posted May 7, 2009 I assume you're looking for the stuff beyond the obvious, like sun tan lotion and a bathing suit. 1) I also always take a three plug outlet. 2) Camera, charger, spare camera, spare memory card, waterproof camera case. (I'm a photo hound!) 3) Single dollar bills. You need them for tips everywhere! 4) A medium-sized back pack. I always pack one that fits neatly in a suit case. They're great for port days to carry your towel, sun screen, etc. 5) Water shoes, for rocky beaches, kayaking, etc. ENJOY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeggirl Posted May 9, 2009 #62 Share Posted May 9, 2009 My Swiss army knife in case I have to open a bottle of wine or help fix the ship's engines. Love it lol!!! For our Alaska cruise May 24th:D.... Corkscrew ;) Binos Bug Spray Crystal Light Singles LOTS of Hand Sani and Lysol Wipes :confused: ps I'm a first time cruiser and we do have a balcony cabin....lots of people seem to say they bring bungee cords for the balcony...what for? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seago2 Posted May 9, 2009 #63 Share Posted May 9, 2009 :confused: ps I'm a first time cruiser and we do have a balcony cabin....lots of people seem to say they bring bungee cords for the balcony...what for? Thanks! To hold the door open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuzzikid Posted May 13, 2009 #64 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Over-the-door shoe organizer for toiletries & lots more Large tote bag Power strip for charging Travel alarm clock $1 dollar bills for tips I think I will add a night light for bathroom - good idea. And maybe clothes pins for the shower curtain. Will give that a try. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmitchell82 Posted May 13, 2009 #65 Share Posted May 13, 2009 In warm climates, my camelbak backpack for walking around shore. Great to put you camera, towels, etc in, plus you have water readily available. Cameras and the cords/devices to charge them. Stack of $1 bills for tipping room service, porters, etc. Passports, cruise documents, creditcards. Ipod and Ipod speakers to listen to music on the balcony while sailing away, eating breakfast, etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffy Posted May 13, 2009 #66 Share Posted May 13, 2009 cell phone charger flat iron (humidity is not my hair's friend) OTC medicines camera & charger credit card and ID Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PROCRUISE Posted May 13, 2009 #67 Share Posted May 13, 2009 1. Patience 2. A sense of adventure 3. A grateful heart 4. No cell phones, calendars, or anything that takes your mind off relaxation 5. Appreciation for those who work hard to serve you on the ship Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2sunny Posted May 13, 2009 #68 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Outlet adapter - my hair dryer would not have worked in the outlet on the vanity without it Over-the-door shoe holder thingy - got mine at $$ tree - not heavy duty and only had nine pockets but it was enough for two of us and folded FLAT which was great for packing Clothespins Sham-Wows - used the big ones to roll all the water out of our bathing suits at night sp they were dry the next morning - and we took the small ones to the beaches and used them to dry off after we got out of the water to keep our towels dry Digital clock - I found one with a carabiner clip at $$ tree and we clipped it to the beach bag for excursions, and on a belt loop or lanyard when we were on the ship - we don't own watches and usually rely on our phones for the time so this was a dollar well spent! The first time that I took an over the door shoe storage thingy, I did buy it at the $ store. When we got on the ship, we unpacked it and after a bit figured out a way to hang it on the outside of the bathroom door. Well - my DH hated it - it was way TOO big, stuck out into the already narrow hallway and we did not need all of those pockets! I got out my scissors and cut away most of it - threw the rest in the trash. It left plenty of pockets for camera, sunglasses, maps, etc. Worked out much better, at the end of the cruise I just threw the rest of it away so that I did not have to pack it to go back home. They are so cheap I will just buy another one for our next cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sillysailor 1955 Posted May 13, 2009 #69 Share Posted May 13, 2009 1. Patience2. A sense of adventure 3. A grateful heart 4. No cell phones, calendars, or anything that takes your mind off relaxation 5. Appreciation for those who work hard to serve you on the ship THAT is a great list:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinnewfy Posted May 13, 2009 #70 Share Posted May 13, 2009 1. highlighters, multiple 2. 100 $1 bills 3. zip lock bags 4. 16 oz paper coffee cups for morning coffee, mugs are too small. 5. 32 oz big gulp cup for soda, some cruise lines have large glasses some don't ------------------------------------------------------ 6. power strip 7. back pack for excursions 8. batteries 9. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzendude Posted May 14, 2009 #71 Share Posted May 14, 2009 Heres my top five: 1) aA decent sized travel alarm clock. I have one that self adjusts the time based on the atomic clock so it changes time when you go through time zones....kind of fun on trips that change time zones... and you can set it with a backlight to stay on if you want and use it as a nightlight if needed too. Inside cabin is sooooo dang dark. Did an inside once and not likely to do it again. 2) CREDIT CARDS!! 3)$1 bills and $5 bills for tipping and small novelty purchases in ports. 4)Advil (cures most everything!) 5)IPOD (can NOT run without one and I love using the gym every AM) And lastly, expanding waist pants, LOL!! Jan ????? how does your clock know what time zone its in? Does it have a GPS built in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjcruiser Posted May 29, 2009 #72 Share Posted May 29, 2009 Power Strip, Steamer, Travel Alarm Clock, Comfortable Shoes/Flip Flops, and no matter what race, ethnicity or skin color don't forget the suntan/sun block lotion. Sunburns hurts like $@#$!##@%$@! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaiTaiMary Posted September 29, 2009 #73 Share Posted September 29, 2009 Great thread! I"m taking notes :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NWHairGal Posted September 29, 2009 #74 Share Posted September 29, 2009 1. Small alarm clock 2. Power strip 3. Those hanging closet cubical organizers so I can make use of vertical closet space. (we travel w/kids & this is a must, sometimes 2) But get the ones that tie, as some Velcro ones don't work when there is not a bar in the closet, but hanger "slots" 4. Nightlight for inside rooms!! 5. Walkie talkies to keep track of my kiddos. Although they don't always work in the belly of the ship!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G2912c Posted September 29, 2009 #75 Share Posted September 29, 2009 1. A hat with a brim so your ears don't burn 2. An extra tote bag so that you can put your port purchases in and carry the fragile ones off the ship 3. Hand Sanitizer to help with all the germs people bring on board 4. A pocket camera that takes great pics and video 5. Lots of patience for getting on and off the boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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