jaynel Posted November 22, 2017 #1 Share Posted November 22, 2017 Hi, We are going on an Eastern Caribbean cruise on MS Eurodam this Friday. Just wondering if I need to pack insect repellent? Many thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princeton12321 Posted November 22, 2017 #2 Share Posted November 22, 2017 Sort of a broad question- what islands are you going specifically? Generally I haven't had a huge issue with insects in many parts of the Caribbean if you stick to the towns and beaches but you might need something if you were headed on more specialized excursions say into the hills or forests. But my guess is you'll need more sunscreen than insect repellant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaynel Posted November 22, 2017 Author #3 Share Posted November 22, 2017 St. Thomas, Cap Cana, Half Moon Cay, Grand Turk, Fort Lauderdale. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted November 22, 2017 #4 Share Posted November 22, 2017 I would pack it. You may not need it but we always do just in case. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dreadpirate3 Posted November 22, 2017 #5 Share Posted November 22, 2017 It was recommended for Cozumel and Costa Maya, so I found some travel size insect repellent to bring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted November 22, 2017 #6 Share Posted November 22, 2017 The only time you need it is if you are taking an excursion that goes into the jungle or where there are lots of trees. It is not needed in town or on the beach in any Caribbean port, especially Cozumel or Costa Maya. The only place OP is traveling that it might be needed is Cap Cana, and it won't be needed there unless OP is going inland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted November 22, 2017 #7 Share Posted November 22, 2017 We always take some "travel size" no matter where we're cruising. Better silly than sorry! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted November 22, 2017 #8 Share Posted November 22, 2017 The ONLY time we noticed any insects was going thru the Panama Canal, and that was only when we were stopped in Lake Gatun...they weren't mosquitos...just flying nuisance bugs...... On beaches and in town, you won't have insect issues. If you're hiking in a rain forest, you might want it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted November 22, 2017 #9 Share Posted November 22, 2017 Why not if it does not take much luggage space. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nebr.cruiser Posted November 22, 2017 #10 Share Posted November 22, 2017 We've cruised the Caribbean many times; I always take a travel sized insect repellant; have never needed it or seen many insects, but take it just in case. It goes in the bag I use for excursions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmdchiefthom Posted November 23, 2017 #11 Share Posted November 23, 2017 I've noticed more complaints about sand fleas, noseeums on the Western itineraries. It used to be 20 years or so ago, people would recommend Avon Skinsosoft as a repellent! These days, almost any spray containing DEET will keep you bug free on the beach and in the Rain Forest.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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