These are just a few things I have read about over the years. Pick and choose what items you need to bring:
Clothes:
Athletic clothing/workout wear
Bathing suit - at least 2 is best
Dress/Pantsuit
Baseball or other type of hat
Hiking shoes - if you are going on an excursion that might need them
Pants - jeans
Pants - khakis
Raincoat/poncho
Shirts - dress shirts
Shirts - golf shirts
Shirts - t-shirts or long-sleeve
beach footwear/sandals
formal shoes for dinner (nothing real fancy but something nice than tennis shoes)
non-skid or athletic
slippers
water shoes
Shorts
Socks
Suit
Sweaters or Sweatshirts (for restaurants onboard or theaters)
Ties
Tuxedo or formal wear - we have never gotten this dressed up
Underwear
Windsuit/Lined and-or Waterproof Jacket
Other Items we have brought in the past:
Watch - recommend waterproof
Ziploc Bags - we NEVER leave home without these!!! We store cookies, sandwiches to bring onshore to save some $$$. Teenagers always "snacky"!
Cooler (soft-sided) - To store sandwiches for shore excursions and airplane ride
Larger Cooler (soft-sided) for in room. We ask room steward to fill with ice because the ice buckets are so small!
Extension Cord or Power Strip- there are only a few outlets in the cabin (possibly only one).
$1 or $ 2 bills (room service grat) - Room service gratuities are not included in your cruise gratuities paid.; be sure to have lots for ports as well
Backpack - May come in handy off-ship
Cameras Digital, waterproof, and/or disposables. Buy waterproof before leaving - they're expensive on board!
Binoculars - Do not leave home without these - you never know what you'll see from deck/verandah
Dry erase board - to communicate with your family
Band-aids
Batteries (camera batteries also)
Books - If you think you'll have time to read (I usually bring 2!)
Candy - Bring your own for the shows or movies
Carry-on with wheels is easier if you board before staterooms open (rooms open around 1 p.m. on most ships)
CD player/CDs/iPod
Night Light - Plug this in your cabin bathroom
Snorkeling Gear Including prescription goggles - many places do not have these available; and I like to have my own mouthpiece
Corkscrew - If you bring on your own wine
Fanny pack
Sunglasses - Don't forget these…the glare off the ocean can be strong.
Sunscreen/Sunscreen spray - Spray for the scalp
Feminine needs
Hairdryer - Cabin hairdryers are weak if you are particular about this.
Hamper - collapsable
Highlighters - Have a different color for each family member (we use these to mark the daily activities log for things we do not want to miss)
Film/Memory Card (spare)
Deodorant
Shampoo
Shaving Kit
Makeup
Hairbrush/Comb
Toothbrush/toothpaste
Tote Bag/Beach Bag/Day Bag
Travel clock/alarm clock
Two-way Radios
Pens
Dishwash Detergent or Cloths (if you bring your own cup like we do)
Bonine or Dramamine - Or get the patch from your doctor before the trip
Over-the-door Shoe Holder - we used this once to store items and it was nice to have
Glow necklaces - we brought these once for the boys and they were fun at night for them
Folder or Large Envelope - Store the daily newsletters and other papers
Aspirin or other medicine
Beach toys
Aloe
Other items we have not brought but you might consider:
Address Labels-Luggage Tags - Pre-addressed labels with your name and address for disembarkation tags
Address Labels-Postcards - Save time addressing postcards for family & friends
Air Freshner/Room Scent/Pillow scent
Antacid or Papaya Enzyme Tablet or Beano
Benadryl
Bubblewrap - For breakables purchased
Bungee cord/rope - For connecting cabins
Business Cards
Button Hole Extenders
Clothspins & clothesline - You may be able to hang a clothesline on your verandah
Cutting knife - For fruit you bring back to the room
Dryer Sheets - Multiple uses
Duffle bag (spare) - For space for your souvenirs and purchases
Fan - hand-held Be sure to have batteries that fit the fan
Flashlight
ID holder/dry box
Insect Repellent packets Surprisingly necessary if going on some shore excursions.
Keep cool or "migraine ice" strips Cool down instantly
Laptop & cords
Laxative, correctal/gentle
Lotion
Luggage Bag - Pack a foldable extra luggage bag for the souvenirs and laundry.
Moisturizer/Lotion - Be prepared for dry atmosphere.
Notebook/Journal, Pens - Be sure to record all of your fabulous memories on a daily basis in a journal or on a laptop
Permanent Marker (Sharpie)
Post-it Pad - Good for leaving notes for one another or your cabin steward.
Powder
Prescriptions/medicines
Reading Glasses
Safety Pins
Sewing Kit
Sports bottle/water bottle/mug
Straws
Suction cups/hooks - Use for hanging wet suits
Swiss Army knife - Do not put this in your carry-on - must be in your checked luggage.
Enjoy!
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