CruisingTrav

I already have both already, so it sounds like I'm all set. I'll only bring the waterproofs 🙂 I will try and post my own review once we're back and settled. Thank you, again!

4 minutes ago, portofinoitaly said:

Since we unpacked first in the smaller cabin before being upgraded to the Grand Suite, we were able to put our two large pieces of luggage under the bed along with our 2 carryons. 

 

We only had one outlet in the Grand Suite for US type plugs. Definitely bring a strip. I do not remember seeing any USB ports near the bed. This was an area that was truly lacking.

 

Yes, a sport coat  and tie will be fine. You might consider bringing a pair of dress slacks to go with it. That is what DH did. He did not bring a suit, but wore his sport coat.

 

Also, I read prior to bring a ski jacket (which I did) but not necessary because most wore their red parka that was provided.  The boots they provide are also great. I brought hiking boots and did not need them. Unless you are planning on hiking in Patagonia during your trip, don't bring them either. More weight. One item I did use were hiking poles. We climbed to the top of a snowy mountain and these made it much easier getting down. 

 

Enjoy your trip and Antarctica.

Oh, excellent. One last question, if you have a moment. Any thoughts on bringing ski pants vs waterproof pants? Or just bring both?

Thank you, again!

@portofinoitaly Thank you so much for writing up your experience. My SO and I are headed out on this same trip in less than seven days and we're both very excited. I'm hoping the seas are calmer than what you experienced, as he doesn't care for waves at all. We did get the anti-nausea patches from our doctors, though.

May I ask a few questions that I can't seem to find answered?

Are the closests large enough to store away to full size pieces of luggage? We were going to bring one each, and now I'm concerned that there may be too little room to store them. Maybe the staff has other space to keep them, though...

And are there enough outlets? I read somewhere to bring an outlet strip (I found one on amazon that has a European plug in, and 6 universal outlets). Do you think that's necessary? We have a variety of cameras, iPads, iPhones, etc. We're American, and I was afraid that the room may only have 1 or 2 outlets that we can use without adapters. Are there USB ports near the bed?

Lastly, can I get away with dark jeans, sports coat and tie at the nicer dinners? I'm loathe to bring a full suit, but I certainly don't want to feel out of place.

This board has been so helpful!