jbmom2120 Posted October 14, 2013 #376 Share Posted October 14, 2013 I have enjoyed the tips. I finally got thru the last of the posts today! :p I recently purchased the luggage tag protectors from Cruise Critic. http://www.cruisecritic.com/store/product.cfm?ID=46 They weren't very expensive ($2.95usd each or four for $9.50usd). In the past I had the tags laminated as my printer's ink smudges when it gets wet. They arrived in the same week that I ordered them. Instead of getting a water bottle with a filter, I bring along Rubbermaid 20oz water bottles and add packets of True Lemon or True Lime to the water. The packets contain crystallized lemon and lime. 1 packet is equivalent to 1 large lemon or lime wedge. They are calorie free, sugar free, gluten free and have no preservatives. I find them to be delicious and they help if you encounter strong chlorine in water, such as at airports. The packets can be ordered online or found in many grocery stores. My local Walmart carries them now. In my grocery store and @ Walmart, they can be found on the baking isle, other stores stock them on the beverage isle by the Crystal Light packets. Once on board the ship, I get a fresh lemon or lime wedge from the buffet and fill my water bottles up with ice and water. Happy sailing everyone! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smilz Posted October 15, 2013 #377 Share Posted October 15, 2013 My must haves: A handy pen when boarding to fill out the "Are you Sick?" forms A tote bag for beach or shopping Individual wrapped hand sanitizer wipes to throw in the tote bag/purse Little packs of tissues (has come in handy in many rest rooms ashore!) MY SUNGLASSES Spare regular glasses incase (I am blind with out them!) Individual wrapped lens wipes to keep my glasses scratch-free. Salt air can be damaging My allotted bottle of wine:D A cork screw Large Ziploc bags for wet items when packing to go home A normal size bar of deodorant soap from home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzn fun Posted October 15, 2013 #378 Share Posted October 15, 2013 I had cards (business card like) made from vista print for free. They have our personal info name, email etc. We call them our friendship cards. When we make new friends and want to keep in contact we give them our card. Much easier than all the napkins I have collected over the years with names and emails of my new friends I have made at sea :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare trbarton Posted October 15, 2013 #379 Share Posted October 15, 2013 Some suggestions... HI Liter for marking things in the daily Patter Refrigerator Magnets..They stick on the wall and are great for hanging things For balcony stateroom a thermometer that sticks on the outside of the sliding door I Pad...Has a great clock to use a night light Power strip with surge proyector Perhaps someone has taken these suggestions and made a list for all of us. A lot of posts to go through. Tom:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doglovertoo Posted October 15, 2013 #380 Share Posted October 15, 2013 Just came off the Emerald. They had individual shampoo and conditioner, but the shampoo didn't lather up very good. Next time I'd take my own. A battery operated candle as a night light because the only bathroom outlet was for a razor. The Emerald mini suite had very few outlets - even fewer than other ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EileenN Posted October 15, 2013 #381 Share Posted October 15, 2013 Having listened to the advise from many experienced and seasoned cruisers and including all of the invaluable and necessary comfort and handy items that was suggested to make our 4 day cruise as comfortable and unforgetable as possible, my husband and I come to the novice conclusion that we are going to have to rent an additional possible Ford F350 to get all our luggage to the ship, not to mention our own plane. We appreciate the good intentions of our fellows travellers, however, given the time, money and luggage to pack all of these things, we have decided it would be better to stay at home and rent a movie like Titanic...no wonder it sunk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchip Posted October 15, 2013 #382 Share Posted October 15, 2013 (edited) Having listened to the advise from many experienced and seasoned cruisers and including all of the invaluable and necessary comfort and handy items that was suggested to make our 4 day cruise as comfortable and unforgetable as possible, my husband and I come to the novice conclusion that we are going to have to rent an additional possible Ford F350 to get all our luggage to the ship, not to mention our own plane. We appreciate the good intentions of our fellows travellers, however, given the time, money and luggage to pack all of these things, we have decided it would be better to stay at home and rent a movie like Titanic...no wonder it sunk. I am really laughing out loud. As I am gathering "stuff" for our upcoming cruise, your post has made me rethink the packing process :D Cheers, Denise Edited October 15, 2013 by dchip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EileenN Posted October 16, 2013 #383 Share Posted October 16, 2013 Dear Denise, That was exactly my purpose in writing the post...I was completely unravelled by what I was searching for, trying to buy or borrow. I even contemplating stealing. Then I realized I had sailed on approx. 30 cruises and never was at a loss for anything. Just think sensibily now...not the last week and you wll be fine. If you really, reallly need something, don't call me. Eileen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare trbarton Posted October 16, 2013 #384 Share Posted October 16, 2013 I scrolled through the post and put together a list. Please see my attachment. Hope that this will help to have everything in one list. Tom:) Great items to take on your cruise.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EileenN Posted October 16, 2013 #385 Share Posted October 16, 2013 Now you know what motivated me to write the two posts above...pure insanity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boeckli Posted October 16, 2013 #386 Share Posted October 16, 2013 I scrolled through the post and put together a list. Please see my attachment. Hope that this will help to have everything in one list. Tom:) Well done, Tom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zashi99 Posted October 16, 2013 #387 Share Posted October 16, 2013 One of my best travel purchases was a large personal toiletry organizer from L L Bean. I have had it for 5 years so far and many trips, including 10 cruises. It has a hook for hanging, so I don't have to unpack it. http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/73883?feat=507361-GN2&page=personal-organizer-toiletry-bag-large Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ollie_WA Posted October 16, 2013 #388 Share Posted October 16, 2013 I scrolled through the post and put together a list. Please see my attachment. Hope that this will help to have everything in one list. Tom:) Perfect...Thank Tom!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LetsGoCruisinNow Posted October 17, 2013 #389 Share Posted October 17, 2013 I scrolled through the post and put together a list. Please see my attachment. Hope that this will help to have everything in one list. Tom:) Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules59 Posted October 18, 2013 #390 Share Posted October 18, 2013 Thank you Tom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzn fun Posted October 18, 2013 #391 Share Posted October 18, 2013 One of my best travel purchases was a large personal toiletry organizer from L L Bean. I have had it for 5 years so far and many trips, including 10 cruises. It has a hook for hanging, so I don't have to unpack it. http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/73883?feat=507361-GN2&page=personal-organizer-toiletry-bag-large I have one as well and don't travel without it. Its packed and ready to go ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windsor26 Posted January 21, 2014 #392 Share Posted January 21, 2014 (edited) Deleted I will try again to ensure it cuts and pasts properly Edited January 21, 2014 by windsor26 to explain not working properly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windsor26 Posted January 21, 2014 #393 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I have been reading this thread for a while and thought I would give you MY packing list We commenced cruising 2008 with 4 large suitcases Many cruises later we now use two smaller ones and they never weight more than 17 kg. and we have 2 small carryon cases – almost empty. Obviously we now have free laundry so can take less but it is easy to rinse out undies or on Princess use the coin laundry Lady t 4 sox 4 panties 1 sparkly top for formal night 3 skirt & slax for evening Dinner 3 tops to mix with above for dinner 3 tee shirts 1 light shawl/cardigan for cold theatre 2 sandals/slipperettes for evening Trainers (wear on journey) Light rainwear 2 shorts/cargo pants 1 skirt Swim costume Sarong Crocodiles 2 nightwear Jewellery White jeans/slax 2 bras Small handbag Gent 5 sox 4 pants Black trousers and light slax 4 short sleeve shirts 3 polo shirts 1 T shirt 1 light sweater black shoes and brown shoes trainers (wearing for the journey) light rainwear 2 shorts swim wear swim goggles crocodiles or kangaroos shoes 2 nightwear 3 handkerchiefs 1 long sleeve shirt and bow tie, cuff links white tux hat and sun glasses wallet and reading glasses Power disinfectant wipes (for all surfaces in room plus luggage handles when delivered) Clock, binoculars, cameras, credit cards, coffee card, 6 clothes pegs (for wet swimwear) Personal Medication as needed (with prescription if foreign immigration requires) Stop itch - immodium - 50 factor sun cream and mosquito repellent Plasters - lip salve Black and white cotton small reels – 2 safety pins – 1 needle Head ache tablets of your choice Wide spectrum antibiotic Mouth wash and toothpaste Floss and toothpix Toothbrushes (in funny head suction holders) Deodorant - Razor and gell Hairbrush and comb – shampoo as I prefer my own type Makeup and nail varnish (if used) Blood type donor card (in case called for emergency donors on ship) Hi lighter pen – magnetic crocodile clip – duck tape – 1 meter of string – super glue Lanyard – pencil with rubber (for trivia) - biro – notelets – All necessary documentation inc. e-mails confirming obc and tour or hotel arrangements If you are going on beach type holiday water shoes and snorkels may be added with waterproof pouch 2 bottles wine and two packs of playing cards If Alaska or similar – umbrella and sweatshirt each plus scarves If you wear spectacles a small $2 repair kit (mine used 3 times by other cruisers in emergency) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpcv77 Posted January 21, 2014 #394 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Loved the list of "extras". Thank you, for the laugh. Seriously, the less you have to schlep the better. Really, really think about what you absolutely can't live without. About the only extra things I take are my own shampoo/conditioner for my crazy curly hair. We leave the bathroom door slightly ajar for a nightlight, use my iPhone for an alarm, use any old bag if we do laundry, underline or circle important stuff in the Patter etc. You need far less than you think. After all, you're on vacation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notentirelynormal Posted January 21, 2014 #395 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Loved the list of "extras". Thank you, for the laugh. Seriously, the less you have to schlep the better. Really, really think about what you absolutely can't live without. About the only extra things I take are my own shampoo/conditioner for my crazy curly hair. We leave the bathroom door slightly ajar for a nightlight, use my iPhone for an alarm, use any old bag if we do laundry, underline or circle important stuff in the Patter etc. You need far less than you think. After all, you're on vacation! Okay, I admit it. I always take my own shampoo and conditioner. I can't stand those stupid containers that you have to rip open when your hand is wet. Plus I like my brand. I have to laugh at myself. Many cruises under the belt and I read all these must have tips - like the "organizer". I took one and SUCKER - why, oh why, did I do that? I've never needed it in the past and didn't use it on the ship. I left it in the garbage. Everyone has their "must haves". For me, its my alarm clock and big plastic glasses. Even when I go locally to a hotel I take my own glasses. I drink a LOT and those piddly little things don't work for me. Pack as if you are going away for the weekend but keep in mind the little extras that are hard to get along without. I have a medical baggie. It contains band aids, neosporin, safety pins and that kind of things. I have a Tupperware container that has a variety of pills - aspirin, Tylenol, sinus... you name it - it's there. I won't necessarily use it, but it is there if I need it. We are all different and have different life styles and priorities. I book a cabin that fits my stuff so don't need to organize anything over the door. It all fits comfortably in the many drawers in my cabin. It is rare for me to do laundry and even though I am Elite and can get it free, I can't remember ever sending anything out (well, except the time we didn't get our luggage for 10 days of a 12 day cruise) and my daughter had only the clothes on her back). By the same token, we have never ever used our free internet minutes. I can only remember once being on line on a ship and that was because I wanted my daughter to check us in on line for our return trip and had forgot to give her our passport info. My son who lives on the internet/computer didn't even realize he had free internet. He says "why on earth would I want to do that on a cruise?" It made my smile and proud at the same time. He has used computers since he was 2 YO but once he hits the ship - nope he doesn't do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mario100 Posted January 21, 2014 #396 Share Posted January 21, 2014 On our last cruise we brought some magnets which had hooks attached.They were so strong that we could hang shirts and damp clothes from the walls or ceiling which are steel.Also good for posting the patters.Cost was about $2.50 for a set of 4 at HF tools. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RetiredNTraveling Posted January 21, 2014 #397 Share Posted January 21, 2014 (edited) What is the item specifically that you buy from Serendipity to enclose your Princess luggage tags? What is their web site and can the item be purchased on their site? Thanks John, try the following: www.*******************.com/luggage-tags/cruise-luggage. (www.favorsby serendipity.com/luggage-tags/cruise-luggage) They work great and are durable.:D Edited January 21, 2014 by RetiredNTraveling edit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giselleacttwo Posted January 21, 2014 #398 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I have one as well and don't travel without it. Its packed and ready to go ;) I have the same one, size large. It's perfect for my family of five (most of whom are boys and are just fine with the Princess provided toiletries, plus their much pickier mother who brings her own stuff). :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Kmkub Posted January 21, 2014 #399 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Am I the only one who uses the in-room phone alarm service? It's never failed us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted January 21, 2014 #400 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Am I the only one who uses the in-room phone alarm service? It's never failed us! Use it all the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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