JPR Posted September 14, 2013 #26 Share Posted September 14, 2013 Also buy a multi-USB small portable charger (Amazon has good ones) that you can (if you keep it charged) use to charge your iPhone or BlackBerry, iPad, etc. during long excursions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oceans&Rivers Posted September 14, 2013 #27 Share Posted September 14, 2013 Yes; No wash clothes in most of Europe. More commonly in Germany and some other places is a Waschhandschuh (wash glove), works very much like a washcloth: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TERRIER1 Posted September 14, 2013 #28 Share Posted September 14, 2013 Adaptor for when you are off the ship and in the hotel, bubble wrap for those things you want to bring home like wine, capers, olive oil, and hair conditioner since European hotels don't seem to have it - only shampoo. I would also bring Bonine for seasickness if you are prone to it or there is unexpected rough seas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corpkid Posted September 15, 2013 #29 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Probably more of a packing tip than a "what am I forgetting" tip, but we have a bag that we save all of the dry cleaning bags in when they return (the plastic ones that cover hanging shirts, etc.). These are designed to resist wrinkling and when it's time to shove everything into our 2 bags (yes, we subscribe to the less is more camp) wrapping each shirt/slacks before folding (or rolling) really works. Also, I'd never leave without my nifty all in one world power adapter that cost about $15 and is super small, as well as a 3 outlet power strip. Oh, and tide sticks are awesome. Our belief is like others, you can probably find anything you need on a cruise, and on Oceania, the laundry services are quite fair and they do a great job. Next cruise I'll probably bring a bunch of shirts shoved into a bag that need dry cleaning and just immediately send them out. Doesn't get much easier than that! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaitape Posted September 15, 2013 #30 Share Posted September 15, 2013 I like your plan and style! We need to keep our baggage for a 2 month trip which includes an 18 cruise on the skimpy side which is going to be a challenge. Didn't know that dry cleaning plastic had that feature but it sure makes sense. Thanks for the tip! We usually pack our clothes in ziplocks because we travel tropical and have seen bags sitting on the tarmac during a deluge......yikes! Like the "wrinkle resistant" feature. And, please tell us where you obtained the nifty power adapter.........awesome! Many thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treasure4two Posted September 15, 2013 #31 Share Posted September 15, 2013 sometimes comes in handy. Are extension cords allowed? Some cruise lines do not permit them because of concern of fire hazard. Does Oceania allow them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corpkid Posted September 15, 2013 #32 Share Posted September 15, 2013 And, please tell us where you obtained the nifty power adapter.........awesome! Many thanks! http://www.amazon.com/Swiss-World-Travel-Mains-Adapter/dp/B000X1CFBS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1379256562&sr=8-1&keywords=swiss+travel+adapter We actually own two, and have used them in South America, Europe and the UK (all different outlet types). Just keep in mind this is only an adapter, not a converter so if your device doesn't auto switch to 110v from 220v you may be in for a puff of smoke and a dead device (see my electric razor in Argentina). :rolleyes: Most things without a motor do auto switch, but just make sure and if you hear your device "going to fast" or getting really hot UNPLUG IT IMMEDIATELY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ronrick1943 Posted September 15, 2013 #33 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Extra Money $$$$$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corpkid Posted September 15, 2013 #34 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Oh and don't forget to make a photo copy of the contents of your wallet! Basically, trim your wallet down to just what you need (e.g. health insurance card, driver license, a few credit cards, etc.). Things like membership cards, etc. leave at home. Then place all of them face down on a scanner or photocopier (and your passport ID page if you can fit it) and make a few copies. Then flip the cards over (in the same spot) and make another few copies (you can remove the passport for this). Leave one copy at home, one copy in your carry on (which goes into the safe at the hotel/ship) and put one copy in the cloud (like google's drive or dropbox). That way, you can access your info anywhere if you need to cancel a card, etc. Trust me, I lost my ATM card on the way back from Copenhagen just a few days ago. Cancelled it during a layover and ordered a new one. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sable1 Posted September 15, 2013 #35 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Highliter Umbrella Travel clock Wash cloths ( as mentioned) Glasses repair kit Sewing kit clip-on reading light Comfy walking shoes A Sense of Humor Enjoy Joanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaitape Posted September 15, 2013 #36 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Many thanks! I'll go to Magellan's here in town. Really handy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimandStan Posted September 15, 2013 #37 Share Posted September 15, 2013 HighliterUmbrella Travel clock Wash cloths ( as mentioned) Glasses repair kit Sewing kit clip-on reading light Comfy walking shoes A Sense of Humor Enjoy Joanne Is the highlighter for your hair or your reading materials? :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy The Wanderer Posted September 15, 2013 #38 Share Posted September 15, 2013 ... but we have a bag that we save all of the dry cleaning bags in when they return (the plastic ones that cover hanging shirts, etc.). These are designed to resist wrinkling and when it's time to shove everything into our 2 bags (yes, we subscribe to the less is more camp) wrapping each shirt/slacks before folding (or rolling) really works. I do the same thing with my rolling garment bag. I use four or five plastic dry cleaning bags and intersperse them throughout. I haven't tried it in a suitcase, but I will now! Watch out for biodegradable drycleaning bags, however--I had one literally fall apart in shards not long ago. As for things to bring. Hmm. Something to tie your hair back or otherwise restrain it if you're going on windy excursions. Especially for pre- or post-cruise stays, look for plug adapters that have two outlets at least. Or buy a compact travel power strip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Knitter Posted September 16, 2013 #39 Share Posted September 16, 2013 Not only cross pack clothes for each of you in your carryon but enough clothes for a few days if luggage is lost. Also extra undies in carryon if traveling business class and able to shower in lounges in connecting airports. That was refreshing traveling from Los Angeles to Chicago to Istsnbul on to Nairobi. Showers and a change of clothes in the business class lounges were well received. Purchasing packing envelopes are great so you pull out only what you need. Check your favorite travel stores. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovetocruise16 Posted September 16, 2013 #40 Share Posted September 16, 2013 Don't forget a basic medical kit--bandaids, ointment, etc. We take a lot of medicines, especially pills, so use those tiny ziplock jeweler bags to organize each day's pills. Once taken, you have no bulky pill containers to carry home as you discard the ziplocks after use. Bring extra Rx's in case you take prescription meds. And always keep prescription meds in your carry-on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tansy Mews Posted September 16, 2013 #41 Share Posted September 16, 2013 I carry one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-3-Outlet-Travel-Charger-Protector/dp/B0015DYMVO It increases the number of items (cameras!) you can charge at once. I also will bring hair rinse or perhaps even some kind of treatment. Last long trip I noticed that my hair and nearly everyone else's was looking a bit strange! Had to buy something in Chile with instructions in Spanish - translation necessary to find out if it was leave in or wash out! Familiar brand though. They do have some conditioner in the shower but it wasn't good enough for my hair, with all the sun and wind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted September 16, 2013 #42 Share Posted September 16, 2013 A small folding suitcase for the trip home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy The Wanderer Posted September 16, 2013 #43 Share Posted September 16, 2013 Some dryer sheets, if you think you might do laundry, onboard or on land. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Knitter Posted September 16, 2013 #44 Share Posted September 16, 2013 A small folding suitcase for the trip home Small?:eek::eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corpkid Posted September 16, 2013 #45 Share Posted September 16, 2013 Some dryer sheets, if you think you might do laundry, onboard or on land. YES - put them in with your bandaids and tide stain stick. Takes almost zero room and you'll be the envy of the laundry room. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sable1 Posted September 16, 2013 #46 Share Posted September 16, 2013 Jim & Stan - Ha-ha I have natural highlights. AKA greying hair. And earned every one of them. Joanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TERRIER1 Posted September 16, 2013 #47 Share Posted September 16, 2013 We take a lot of medicines, especially pills, so use those tiny ziplock jeweler bags to organize each day's pills. Once taken, you have no bulky pill containers to carry home as you discard the ziplocks after use. Bring extra Rx's in case you take prescription meds. Great idea. Where did you get the small ziplocs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted September 16, 2013 #48 Share Posted September 16, 2013 Small?:eek::eek: I guess it depends on how much shopping you do ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare terry&mike Posted September 16, 2013 #49 Share Posted September 16, 2013 I bought a pack of 200 of the small ziplocs for pills (and other things) from a seller on ebay for a very reasonable amount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seasoned Posted September 16, 2013 #50 Share Posted September 16, 2013 You can buy those small zip bags at hobby stores or bead stores. I get them at Hobby Lobby or Michael's. -Sukey- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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