Rare peanutzmom Posted June 4, 2010 #1 Share Posted June 4, 2010 I used to have a great link to cruise packing lists, but when we got the new computer, it disappeared. So, I figured I'd start from scratch -- what are your favorite Packing List links? I only have a week to go, so I need to start packing!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaParrotHead Posted June 4, 2010 #2 Share Posted June 4, 2010 Oh lord, LOL, those lists crack me up. The only thing I really load up on while packing are the meds that I'd need and don't want to spend time (and an arm/leg) for while away. Other than that, I've found I'm getting better at packing less and lighter as each cruise passes. I think you may have better luck asking people for THEIR packing lists than some of those links that I've seen, anyway. Good luck, though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare peanutzmom Posted June 4, 2010 Author #3 Share Posted June 4, 2010 LOL! Believe me, I'm a notorious light packer. DH and I can spend a week in St. Martin with two pieces of carry-on luggage. I'm also a notorious list-maker, though, and I love reading other lists because I'll see something and think, "DUH! We'll probably need that! Why didn't I think of it earlier?" Clothes -- I have that figured out. I just don't want to be in the middle of the Caribbean thinking, "OMG! I forgot the camera charger!" off to add camera charger to my list before I forget... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott48467 Posted June 5, 2010 #4 Share Posted June 5, 2010 cruise diva has a good packing list on her site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricket63 Posted June 5, 2010 #5 Share Posted June 5, 2010 Packing Check Off List Things you need to “carry on“, a backpack is great for this: Prescription medicine in original bottles ____ X-tra contacts/glasses/sun glasses ____ Cruise tickets/funpass ____ Passport/birth certificates, Photo ID, and credit/debit cards ____ Jewelry ____ Hat ____ Camera & batteries/charger ____ Underwater camera ____ Cell phone charger ____ Soda’s in an extra small suitcase ____ Pack in your suitcases: Casual outfits ____ Sun dresses for dinner ____ Formal wear ____ Shorts ____ Shirts ____ Thread/needle ____ Mini first aid kit ____ Bathing suit/cover up ____ Under garments ____ Socks ____ PJ’s ____ Bathroom items/make up ____ Hair Brush/Curling iron/ Hot rollers ____ Walking shoes ____ Dress shoes ____ Sandals/flip flops/water shoes____ Power strip (usually only 2 plugs in cabin) ____ Duct tape ____ (just in case your suit case zipper breaks) Sunscreen/lotion/chap stick ____ Fanny pack/backpack ____ *Bring along $1 bills for tipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunrise&set Posted June 5, 2010 #6 Share Posted June 5, 2010 I can't remember where I found a list years ago, but I revise mine each time and find that I take less and less. But so glad I read this thread - almost forgot to pick up an underwater camera! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traveler353 Posted June 5, 2010 #7 Share Posted June 5, 2010 Excellant site with lots of very good suggestions for packing light: http://www.onebag.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommyto2kids Posted June 5, 2010 #8 Share Posted June 5, 2010 Excellant site with lots of very good suggestions for packing light: http://www.onebag.com/ I am going to spend some time on this site. I do not pack light at all. I am not a bad packer, I usually take two large suitcases and a carry on for our family of four so that's not too bad . . . right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rallytime1975 Posted June 5, 2010 #9 Share Posted June 5, 2010 The best thing that i have brought from learning from these types of posts are: 1-Small power strip- To my wife this is more important than any other thing she packs. IT makes my life better because i have less waiting time when she does her hair 2-Small Clock- This way we know the time when we are in our room. Might seem dumb, but i don't wear watches, and my phone is not with me since i am in the ocean. 3-Post a note- Love this for notes to the room steward, just incase! or note if we have seperated for a few hours 4-Highlighter- love this for the Capers 5-My wife has a collapsable closet shelf thingy...it gives us so much more space in the closets...Thought it was dumb but after we have used it, priceless! (this was given to us from my mother, they cruise alot) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare peanutzmom Posted June 5, 2010 Author #10 Share Posted June 5, 2010 Packing Check Off List Beautiful! Nice and short, but has all of the important stuff, and definitely a few things I forgot, like $1's for tips!! Thank you!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare peanutzmom Posted June 5, 2010 Author #11 Share Posted June 5, 2010 Excellant site with lots of very good suggestions for packing light: http://www.onebag.com/ Oh, my! That site could become addicting for me. I'm very organized and anti-clutter, and I could see myself spending a LOT of time fiddling around on that site... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare peanutzmom Posted June 5, 2010 Author #12 Share Posted June 5, 2010 The best thing that i have brought from learning from these types of posts are: 1-Small power strip- Are these back off of the prohibited list? I wanted to take one because we'll have the kids, which means iPods and DS's to charge, but then there was that big bugaboo about no power strips. I guess I'll go sift through the 4 billion pages of the "prohibited list" thread, try to skim over all of the debates about the pros and cons of each prohibited item, and see what the final word is on it.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerseyshoreBruce Posted June 5, 2010 #13 Share Posted June 5, 2010 www.independenttraveler.com/packing/ Try this its pretty good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyJean Posted June 5, 2010 #14 Share Posted June 5, 2010 I make my packing list by starting with the shower - ask myself what do I need first thing in the AM. Then, what do I need after I get out of the shower, etc. I just mentally take myself through my normal morning routine and make a list. Then, ask myself what do I need to board the ship, etc. I haven't forgotten anything yet! I also organize my list by suitcase - a list of stuff that will go in my carry-on and another for the larger suitcase, garment bag, etc. On a 7-day cruise, I took 4 days worth of clothes - one outfit for day, one for night - and then laundry halfway through the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tango55 Posted June 5, 2010 #15 Share Posted June 5, 2010 Nope, power strips are banned - unless necessary for medical equipment. Still trying to figure out how to bring an extension cord or something to use instead. Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tbay-eh Posted June 5, 2010 #16 Share Posted June 5, 2010 Keep in mind - these packing lists have you taking everything except the kitchen sink. Once you have packed - take out half and add twice the money and you should be good to go. Have a great cruise. Remember to take lots of $1s for tipping bellhops, rooms service etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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