FirstCruiseBeth Posted August 31, 2015 #1 Share Posted August 31, 2015 I'm looking for some help. We're booked on the Island Princess Panama Canal cruise in Feb 2016 and it will be only our second cruise. Our first was to Alaska so we never wore swimsuits, but I'm wondering whether ladies can wear cover-ups and flip flops around the ship or should I wear a dress or shorts. I would always dress to eat of course, or go to any daytime activity - I'm really thinking of getting from my cabin to the pool. Thanks for any advice - or any other tips for cruising in a hot climate. Beth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted August 31, 2015 #2 Share Posted August 31, 2015 If you can't find a regular coverup just get a mans white long sleeved shirt & roll the cuffs. You can always put a belt with it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted August 31, 2015 #3 Share Posted August 31, 2015 (edited) Going from cabin to pool, or to the buffet (if the cover up is opaque and not see-thru), is fine! I don't think I'd wear the cover up to go to the casino or bingo, etc...but to and from the pool and the buffet is what most will be doing. Shorts/tees/flip-flops are fine for the other public spaces during the daytime! Bring a hat or visor...that sun reflecting off all that water is bright!!!! Sunglasses are not enough!! In Panama, it's hot enough to go inside periodically to cool off...VERY HOT and HUMID! Edited August 31, 2015 by cb at sea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirstCruiseBeth Posted August 31, 2015 Author #4 Share Posted August 31, 2015 Many thanks for your replies - that's really helpful. Beth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mousey Posted August 31, 2015 #5 Share Posted August 31, 2015 (edited) I agree...your cover-up, especially if it covers your bum (standing or bending), should be fine just to go to pool, spa, Jacuzzi and buffet. Anywhere else...throw on a pair of shorts or Capris with the cover-up and you're good to go. Hope you have an awesome cruise!:D Edited August 31, 2015 by mousey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langley Cruisers Posted August 31, 2015 #6 Share Posted August 31, 2015 I'm really thinking of getting from my cabin to the pool.... Of course, your cover-up will be fine! I believe you will see women dressed in less than that. ;) I have seen some women not wear any cover-up over their bikini and walking around the ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted August 31, 2015 #7 Share Posted August 31, 2015 Depends what type of cover up you wear. If it is a pareo tied at the waist, I wouldn't think you want to roam the ship wearing a bikini bra top, bare stomach and wrapped pareo at waist. If you wear one of the t shirt styles that go to or a little above the knee over a dry swimsuit, you probably would be okay going into one of the shops or walking around but I don't think that's okay for MDR for lunch or any of the restaurants except the buffet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirstCruiseBeth Posted September 1, 2015 Author #8 Share Posted September 1, 2015 I've a long, floaty kaftan (not too sheer!) so it sounds like it will be fine from cabin to pool. Thanks again to everyone for your help. Beth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted September 1, 2015 #9 Share Posted September 1, 2015 I like a cover-up with LONG sleeves because I get chilly walking back in the a/c to our cabin. :) LuLu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted September 1, 2015 #10 Share Posted September 1, 2015 I've a long, floaty kaftan (not too sheer!) so it sounds like it will be fine from cabin to pool. Thanks again to everyone for your help.Beth Sounds perfect. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthomaniac Posted September 3, 2015 #11 Share Posted September 3, 2015 Cover up is fine for walking around, there are coverups that look nicer than some of the things you will see people wearing! Sent from my XT1030 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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