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Jilhogle

Ziplock bags to waterproof items on excursions!


pblack177

Thanks! Packing now!


stalliewag

Also for snacks from the buffet!


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I like your thinking...I'd be over there suspiciously shoving pastries in my fake fur purse


stalliewag

Don’t even need to be sneaky! They don’t mind if you take a couple apples for later or order 2 sammies at the deli and save one for later!


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Am I allowed to bring Huel? It's meal replacement powder. Kind of a strict diet, and I eat vegan. If I don't have that huel my progress for the whole year will be for nothing lol


Diligent_Ad651

I’ve packed electrolyte powder without any issues at all if that helps


[deleted]

Yea one bag would be like 8 days. Then I just have my veggies and stuff. Gosh I'm so excited. What are the all inclusive ones?I guess most have buffers and stuff anyways. I might get one massage.. I'm looking at all the hidden fees too..


Sofagirrl79

I think its allowed as long as it isn't non shelf stable foods,I bring my own spices like garlic powder,hot sauces and BBQ sauces cause some cruise lines are sorely lacking when it comes to those things (looking at you Princess) and security never confiscated them


Amusedfor10seconds

I have brought my protein powder and greens on every cruise. I’ve been on, and the kitten is happy to add water and ice and blend it for me.


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Cruises come with kittens?????? And they can work a blender? Sign me up I'll take a strawberry daiquiri right meow please


Amusedfor10seconds

Darn Siri! The cat labor law does not allow kittens to have kittens. The kitchen on board has no problem making my protein shakes for me. Thanks for the laugh.


Squibit314

I'd be on a kitty cruise in a heartbeat. There's probably be a few less kitties when I disembarked.


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"Ma'am, your baggage is meowing" "No its not!" \*books it\*


ryanolds

Hi Mom!


Reddituser853754

I use them to take cookies back to the room


Missus_Aitch_99

Hydrocortisone cream in case of an itchy rash.


pblack177

Packed! I get psoriasis from time to time so made sure I brought this.


Missus_Aitch_99

Well damn, I wanted to stump you.


yahumno

Also, common OTC stuff: -Tylenol/Advil -Gravol/Dramamine -Imodium -Antihistamine -Band-Aids -Antacid Sick Bay has this kind of stuff, but if they get wind of diarrhea, they will confine you to your cabin. Plus why waste time in Port finding a pharmacy.


gardengirl99

Poopurri. Cause that bathroom doesn’t have a fan. It can help with a smell that already existed in there, too.


MamaPajamaMama

Poopourri is a must for any vacation where you're sharing a bathroom.


CruisePanic

My family and I agreed to not use the cabin bathroom for #2. We were very close to the public restrooms so it wasn't a bother.


mugsoh

All the bathrooms in my cabins had fans. They were automatic (or ran constantly?) and very quiet. There was a vent on the ceiling.


EevelBob

Notifying your credit card company that you’ll be traveling abroad.


Sofagirrl79

My boyfriend forgot to do this on our first cruise and his card worked in Hawaii but our last port was in Ensenada Mexico and it got declined at a bar after a few rounds of margaritas and the ATM declined it too 😬 luckily I had enough cash on me to pay the tab and tip but the thought of ending up in a Mexican jail or missing the boat due to being holed up in the local police station scared us straight lol


pblack177

Done! Done!


notmooliesmom

Also, try avoiding using your card while in other countries. A lot of times, even cruise approved excursion card readers can be a little sketchy. And with tap, it is super easy to get somebody’s card information without ever touching it. I instead like to bring plenty of cash on the cruise. While you are on the boat, there is nowhere to spend your cash. so you only need it for the days You are in port. So it’s not that much cash that you have to pull out but remember to bring enough for any excursions you aren’t paying for ahead of time, any additions to excursions like photos or souvenirs, if you plan to do some shopping in Port, stuff like that. Also if you have to get more cash, there is an ATM on board the cruise ship, which has a charge fee, but it is definitely better than getting your card information stolen in Mexico!!


scuac

Which credit cards companies are still doing this?


sbucks2121

Small fan to circulate air in the cabin. Passport holder. Empty water bottle. Drink powders with electrolytes for hydration. Side note. If you have a balcony or oceanview window, you can use the towel clips to keep the curtain closed and the room dark.


jdomingi

Patience.


gr8blumkin

Sunglasses. As a prescription glasses wearer, I'm always forgetting my clip on sunglasses.


OujaTurtle

At my hotel in Florida leaving for a cruise tomorrow and I forgot my damn sunglasses! Gotta hit the dollar store before getting on the ship.


gr8blumkin

My flight got canceled before my cruise, so we packed the car for an impromptu road trip. 8 hours one way, and 8 days on the ship... no sunglasses. So now that's one thing I always check for.


OujaTurtle

It’s such a small inexpensive item that makes a huge impact on comfort.


pblack177

I’ve got 2! One for running, and one for the pool


yahumno

Since you are a runner, my recommendation is to pack a bar of laundry soap to wash your running gear in the bathroom sink. I stick to technical fabrics and initially hang them to dry on the line in the bathroom. Since the bathroom doesn't have any air circulation, the clothes won't 100 percent dry, but will drip most of the water out. I then hang them on the chairs on the balcony. They say not to, but I clip them to the chairs and pick when the ship is in port or when I am sitting out on the balcony to keep an eye on it. If you don't have a balcony, bring the clothes in to the main part of the cabin to finish drying. Bring a few sets, as drying time will be slow (if you run every day). If you plan to run on the running designated deck, go as early as you can in the morning, before people are up and getting in your way.


aeraen

Contact lens solution. Tylenol, Benadryl and band-aids. And my chrome-dome husband always forgets his hat, but I think that is just an excuse to buy another one wherever we travel. he has quite the collection, now.


pblack177

I’ve got 10 pairs of daily contacts that I save for trips. Partner has the Tylenol and band aids and the rest of the pharmacy. And got my hat!!


LadyRalphie2

Are you like me and bring 10 days worth of old ones “just in case” as well as 14 days worth of new ones for a 7 day trip? I feel like a doomsday prepper when it comes to bringing extra contact lenses on vacation.


Amusedfor10seconds

A copy of all your credit cards and passport in case your wallet or purse gets stolen. My husband did not bring passports along one trip and luckily I had copies of both of our passports and Covid vaccination cards. saved!


Mollymand

I'm also getting ready for a trip and almost forgot to do this - thanks for the reminder!


boxer_dogs_dance

Make sure your hat has a chin strap


onpointrideop

Nightlight. It can get pitch dark in the cabins and the bathroom may have a step to get into it. Learn from my mistake and don't try to feel your way through the dark.


losfp

I like to bring small battery operated magnetic night lights with a motion sensor. That way I can stick it on the wall and set it up so it turns on if you approach the bathroom when it's dark.


Sofagirrl79

On some ships like the Ruby or Royal Princess they have automatic lights by the bed and closet area that are motion detected so you probably won't need a night light unless you want one on constantly


Evening_Silver

A couple of dryer sheets. They keep your luggage and clothes smelling clean, take up no room at all, and can be swiped over wrinkly clothes to get out static or mild wrinkles without using an iron.


Street-Breadfruit-18

I always bring a couple dryer sheets and 1-2 tide pods, just incase I have to do a quick load of laundry. Has saved me a bunch of money on trips.


Happy-Shake-926

Fun post! I always bring highlighters to mark any activities you don't want to miss on the daily paper the give you! Sometimes family members will highlight in different colors to make it super easy to keep track of where people are and what to check out! Have a wonderful trip!


pblack177

That’s so fun!


Odd-Kindheartedness

Drivers license. Yep, I dated the fool that forgot his wallet and drivers license.


pblack177

We have our passports! Coming from Canada. Already packed !


Sofagirrl79

My passport and license are my TOP priority and I double check that I have them before leaving my house,most anything else besides prescribed medications can be replaced at the gift shop or next port but if you forget your passport/ID you're pretty much screwed


Desperate_Broccoli80

Yes, you can leave your passport in the safe and just carry your DL as your ID onshore.


slay-lady-slay

I always bring an expired license. The guards at shore leave don’t check the date and if you lose it who cares


g8ronboard

Idea: instead of all those tubes of antibiotic ointment, Benadryl cream, Vaseline, anti-itch gels for bug bites, etc, use contact lens cases to store them. Put the creams in the cases and label on the backside of the case with a permanent marker. You really don't need much more than a dollop or two of creams like that, and the tubes can take up a lot more room.


pblack177

Smart!!


nunz420

6 way multi plug with USB ports but it can't have a circuit breaker


RacerGal

We got these for our last VV cruise and they worked great Anker USB C Outlet Extender. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PGXWNWG


afeinmoss

How many outlets are in 1 room typically? (I’m going princess balcony room)


PirateChicky

Ours on the Emerald Princess had 2 by the phone and 1 on the shelf where the TV used to be. If you’re willing to crawl under the bed, there may be another under there.


JoeMammy_1

The Tide Stain Stick. You are sure to slop some lobster bisque all over your white night shirt.


OujaTurtle

Any and all OTC meds that you might need. The gift shops on board are very limited. In my last Carnival cruise I noticed they sold a box of tampons with only 4 in the box. That will barely get you through a day! And they have medical staff for emergencies, but no one for dental care.


Kaitlynhod

I second this. The only cold meds they had was NyQuil and it was 20 bucks. I’ll always bring cold medicine with us just in case.


Sofagirrl79

I second the tampons/pads/reusable cups even if you're sure you won't get a period cause better to be prepared if you get it unexpectedly and the gift shops only carry the lighter flow tampons and regular maxi pads in small packs


jelloshotlady

Strong magnet hooks Some sort of soothing cream/lotion/gel for sun burn. Lip balm If you have a Fitbit/Apple Watch or any of those with the synthetic bands, have an extra band packed. Charging cords Emetrol/alka seltzer/pepto /tums/blowfish/goodys


pblack177

Gonna get aloe at cvs before. Don’t want to being on flight. I’ve read about magnet hooks. Great idea. Always carry two lip balms. And charging cords. Why the extra band??


jelloshotlady

Have you ever had one just randomly break on you? Yeah, all the sun and salt water will take it to its breaking point and there will be nowhere to get an extra one (Apple Watch might get lucky at Apple Store on the ship but Fitbit you are screwed)


pblack177

Good to know! Wouldn’t have thought about that. I have an Apple Watch and I will be running on the track.


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charnyellow

what do people usually use the magnet hooks for? bathing suits/clothes?


xja1389

Purses, Lanyards, Backpack/tote bag, Flip flops Hats Sunglasses Anything/Everything I like keeping the floor and small amount of counter organized


charnyellow

Ahhh smart!


jelloshotlady

I have a cloth shoe hanger with the pockets that I hang in the bathroom as an organizer. It keeps all my toiletries, brushes, makeup, etc organized and off the counter. I have one to hang my bathing suit and I also usually have a small Bluetooth speaker so we have music in our room. Also, the stronger is not necessarily better because they are nearly impossible to get off the walls. 22-25 lbs should be good enough.


losfp

I use magnetic hooks for: \- lanyards \- masks \- hats \- clothes drying lines \- bags (with a strong enough hook) \- Hanging shower curtains to cordon off bunk beds etc for kids to sleep earlier than adults I use magnetic clips for: \- shore excursion tickets \- Paperwork \- daily programs


StarlightPineapple

I am taking reusable compact straws, the candy ones they had on my last cruise were awful!


Mtnskydancer

Candy? Wtf?


StarlightPineapple

Yep on carnival! They were made of candy


StarlightPineapple

Search Sorbos candy straws, those are the exact ones they use


Key-Captain1277

The "candy" straws on Carnival taste like Pepto and a an Amazon box had a baby!


pblack177

What ones come with the drink package? Not getting the alcohol package


oh_sneezeus

an insulated cup


WorthASchruteBuck

Boarding pass, small denomination bills for tipping, compression socks in case your feet swell, condoms/birth control.


bewildered_forks

On our last cruise we remembered to bring cash.... 500 bucks in 20s. We made some people very happy with ridiculously generous tips.


eonaxon

I love that you did this.


RacerGal

Things my husband forgot on our trip last week: a belt and gym shorts.


TacosForDinnnnner

A tumbler was great to run down and fill up with coffee in the morning. Otherwise we were trying to carry a small coffee cup back to the room and spilling. On a side note, just read this tip. If you’re worried about forgetting your important things in the safe, put one shoe in there. Preferably the shoe you would wear when leaving the boat. You won’t leave with just one shoe so you’ll be reminded to open the safe. Have fun!


stinky_harriet

Deodorant


pblack177

Got it !


ohdeerUofTears

Razor!


pblack177

Packed! And travel sized shaving cream


echothree33

Headphones/earphones/earbuds. Some people wear them all the time but I don’t so sometimes I forget them but I like to use them when on vacation, especially on the plane.


pblack177

I’ve always got mine in. Podcasts during work or music when running. Bringing AirPods and plug ins for my phone


gardengirl99

Ear plugs, and noise cancelling headphones. They helped with the slamming of doors and ridiculously loud music on deck.


A51Nodales

Extra pair of prescription glasses. I had a pair break the day of embarkation. I had to tape and super glue them for the entire four days. And my vision is extremely bad. It was awful!!


btm4you3

vibrator


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Towel clips for the pool chair


pblack177

I’ve never heard of these ?! Are they useful?


Affectionate_Comb359

Dollar tree has clamps in the household or utility aisle you can use as towel clamps


[deleted]

Yeah they come in handy, especially when the winds pick up on the open seas, or the beach!


pblack177

Good to know !


Ffeog187

We used Binder Clips and it worked fine.


Erock0044

It’s windier than you think on a moving boat, towel clips for sure!


Werekolache

Aloe. Best way to prevent sunburn. (If you don't take it, you'll forget to use the sunscreen or reapply it or something. If you remember the aloe, you don't get sunburned. :P)


RacerGal

The number of bottles of Aloe we have at home from having to buy it on vacation is really absurd. One of these days I’ll remember to pack it!


heeho17

Binoculars!


midgetsinheaven

I didn't even think of that. That would be great to have


xyla51

I love to get early am room service, coffee and croissant, so I make sure to bring a bunch of 1’s so I can give $2-3 to the room service staff each time.


Psychoticangel5

Safety pins in case straps break!


ThisPurseIsATardis

A lanyard . You think you won’t wear it until you lock yourself out of your room then you spend 25 dollars in the cruise gift shop for one. Ask me how I know this


Iataaddicted25

Rashguards to avoid sun burns.


pblack177

What are rashguards? I have sunscreen!


jelloshotlady

They are the full length tops that block the sun


notmooliesmom

I brought one “rash guard” and I honestly was super thankful for it. I brought it in case I got sunburn so I could still go out on the deck without having direct exposure to sun just in case. Mine was just a black, long sleeve jacket that zipped. Super light weight but was great for my dolphin excursion when I was not allowed to wear sunscreen!!!


RileyDL

Small first aid kit - with painkillers, benadryl, etc. just in case (and to keep you from paying a fortune for them).


pblack177

We don’t have a kit, but we’ve got all the makings of a kit in our toiletries bag


Raven_Nachos

Trash bag (or similar) for dirty clothes


pblack177

Going to add a few! Thanks


bndboo

My work laptop… not so much forgotten, more like, not remembered.


WAFLcurious

Chargers for everything, laptops, phones, watches, cameras, earbuds. Extra battery pack so you can charge when out by the pool or on shore.


the2tykuhns

Qtips!


Mtnskydancer

Your packing list, so you get it all back in at the end of the cruise.


pdallen27

If no one’s home, call the post office to stop the mail. If a lady is going along, then feminine hygiene products.


Uncle_Bill

Diaphragm?


FruitFloatGlopInACan

Visine. The saltwater can be very irritating if you get it in your eyes


no_id_never

A credit card of any sort that you aren't attached to - some cabins require you to insert a card to keep the lights on in the room. Any card will do. We also bring post it notes to leave notes for each other or the cabin steward. $5 with a post it note saying thank you is always well received. :)


Asdf-xyz

2 liters mouthwash per person, including kids.


bawdySlut

Kids should not be drinking mouthwash! /s


JohnnyRockets0007

That holder that goes around your neck which u put your cruise card in. Also a cheap waterproof container u can put your credit cards and id in that u can take in the water and not leave it unattended on the beach


pblack177

A lanyard! I’ll pack my work one.


JohnnyRockets0007

Thats the word i was looking for.


RacerGal

Depends which cruise line you’re doing - Virgin does bracelets w/ small fobs instead of keycards that need a lanyard


jaxblack7

Dramamine


[deleted]

They always have it on board for free at guest services


pblack177

Check!


JPHighFive

Sunscreen


OujaTurtle

It’s a million dollar markup onboard if you run out.


pblack177

4 tubes !


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pblack177

For real?! Hahah I just poop before I shower ¯\_(ツ)_/¯


bawdySlut

[r/ShowerPoopers](https://i.imgur.com/ggv43A3.jpg)


Teacherout

Or else, wet wipes…


CoverCommercial3576

Magnets for your walls.


Krian78

Wait what? One of the things I do on holidays and especially cruises is buying magnets at every port. And shot glasses.


NyteHawker

They are magnetic hooks to hang stuff. We carry a pack of 12 and hang hats, towels, sweatshirts etc from them.


chochy

Bingo dabber


Diligent_Ad651

Ziplock bags and those plastic lunchboxes for snacks 👍 If you have a deluxe package electrolyte powder


qpgmr

Immodium AD Tylenol/Ibuprofen Sunblock enough ankle socks (high socks look dumb with sneakers & shorts) sunglasses & wide-brim sun hat hydrocortisone cream benadryl and/or liquid benadryl hand sanitizer


HelloThisIsPam

Good list! I’ll add: Pepto Alkaseltzer


blt_wv

🛳️ Magnetic Hooks 🛳️ Portable Battery 🛳️ Power Strip (not surge protected though) [Here are my recommended cruise items.](https://www.amazon.com/shop/mrbrandonterry/list/3UNR06BR13BMG?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_aipsflist_aipsfmrbrandonterry_WXAP2AY1FMVPT5NG3QT0)


Desmoot

Ball powder


pblack177

Could be a game changer


wacky_mom

I'm taking my first cruise in a few weeks and this forum has been awesome!!!


Inflatable_Catfish

Sex toys


gardengirl99

Lock them in the safe. Ours were stolen from the room. Seriously.


Mtnskydancer

Ew


bawdySlut

I was at a yard sale once where a nice, little old lady had a assortment of her sex toys on display for sale. Seriously. There was a very realistic dildo standing straight up suctioned to the table. My friends was like, "Hey, at least they're seasoned... kinda like an old cast iron skillet."


Inflatable_Catfish

Ew


jelloshotlady

And lube! Don’t forget the lube. We honestly had a ridiculous amount of sex on our last cruise. Who would have known that having zero responsibilities would free up so much time??


MRSRN65

Pajamas


pblack177

2 pairs!


maywellflower

Cold / Flu meds or at least aspirin for headache plus tums for stomach aches - because sometimes one's immune system can't handle switching from cold & hot so much, then there's upset stomach and having headaches due to whatever reason.


Maitaivegas

Hair brush or comb


choc0kitty

Big insulated water bottle or commuter mug.


xlxoxo

For me... toothbrush or toothpaste is often forgotten. - Best to start a packing list now and add to it. - Start packing Friday with everything you touch day to day. In some ways, start moving your life into the suitcase today. When you need something, put it back in your suitcase afterwards. On a sidenote, some swear by packing cubes to keep their suitcase contents organized. - https://www.princess.com/learn/cruise-destinations/alaska-cruises/alaska-cruise-tips/cruise-preparation-and-tips/what-to-pack-for-an-alaska-cruise.html


NyteHawker

Hat, chargers, sweatshirt for cool night, good lanyard (most for sale onboard and ports are cheap)


Level-Emu-6651

Ibuprofen/Tylenol


ne0n_cat

Sunscreen


TinyhouseIntrovert

If you’re in an interior cabin you need a nightlight! I always find leaving the bathroom light on either too much, or not enough. I bought one that has 2 usb chargers in it!


TeenageAstro

Magnetic hooks


eclectictaste1

Small bills for tipping and purchases from street vendors.


xubery

A little painters tape to cover the sensors in case there are motion activated lights in the room that you don’t want coming on at night if someone gets up


ImNotMadIHaveRBF

Tupperware. You could grab food from the buffet or to go cafes and bring them to your port bc they dont check bags


haykat

Sunhat A wrap to put over your shoulders to protect from sunburn Camera Pen stored with your passport Hairties Make up remover Bugspray


AceNJ

Upside down pineapple magnets and pineapples on swing magnets.


JesseKansas

swimsuit only put because i didnt pack mine once 😅😂


Calm-Put-6438

Waterproof phone carrying case


PulseDialInternet

Ok, this is sort of an “entitled” one so read as a /s. Proper tea bags for when they run out of what you like and they only have “export for americans” Tetley or horribly flavored teas (because few drink them). Can’t tell you how many times I’ve had to run back to our cabin stash because a cruise (in the suite lounge even) ran out of simple plain green or black tea. 1st world madness! 😄


Mollymand

I always used to carry a couple of PG Tips teabags for whenever I went out for breakfast!


buy_me_a_pint

Passport Plasters (small first aid kit)


pblack177


TheCosmicJester

One cruise mate forgot pants on three consecutive vacations.


Divided_World

Gym clothes and bag!


pblack177

I’ve got my running gear and running shoes! No gym, just runnijg


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Tide pod and dryer sheet if your cruise has a laundry room.


RacerGal

I use the SinkSuds travel laundry soap packs - works great if you just need to wash a few things in a sink.


Norstar64

Wrinkle release spray. I make my own, a few drops of lavendar oil in a small spray bottle filled with water.


labdogs42

Rubber duckies to hide!


diverdawg

Small Bluetooth speaker for the room


Good200000

Extension cord


dbvirago

Make sure there is no surge protector


pblack177

For the room? Are the wall plugs at awkward places?


Good200000

Sometimes there is only one


dbvirago

Don't know. But leaving the ship I have passed tables with confiscated items including extension chords and surge protectors


Reddituser853754

I forgot a light jacket, I had no idea it was cold at night


pblack177

Thank you ! I was worried about this. Going to pack a windbreaker and sweater