Rare babs135 Posted March 20, 2017 #1 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Does anyone have or know of a packing list I can print off? We will be away for 5 weeks in January/February next year and DH is determined we keep our packing down to one large suitcase and a carry on each. Trip will be a mixture of hot and cold weather as we sail on the Queen Elizabeth from Southampton to San Francisco with 3 nights there before flying home. Obviously we have to take into consideration Cunard's dress code, but we also will have self service laundry on board. Any help will be gratefully received. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6rugrats Posted March 20, 2017 #2 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Try doing a search on this board. This has been posted many times. Also, do a google search and you'll pull up many, many packing lists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted March 20, 2017 #3 Share Posted March 20, 2017 Couple different theories. Could use one and/or combine several. -Mix and Match sticking to a color scheme so almost everything goes with everything else. Neutral tops and jackets/sweaters with various tops. -Layer -Pack one cold wardrobe, another hot wardrobe. No more than a week's worth each. -only bring enough toiletries for your vacation. Share what can be shared. -when packing, only pack to the size of your suitcase. If it doesn't fit can't take it. What about souvenirs? Look for the thread about the 120 day trip. Lots of good advice there. viviennefiles.com has lots of ideas for color combinations. ladylighttravel.com has lots of packing hints. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loosygoosy Posted March 21, 2017 #4 Share Posted March 21, 2017 Have you tried Pintrest?? But why limit yourself? You can bring as much luggage on a ship that you want and International flights allow at least 1 free bag per person and some allow 2. There is NO WAY I could manage 5 weeks with just a shared suitcase and carry on!! That's barbaric LOL. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waterbug123 Posted March 21, 2017 #5 Share Posted March 21, 2017 I've never found a packing list on a any app or website that works well. They always include a lot of things that don't wear or never use, and don't include a lot of things that I DO take. So, I created my own master packing list and keep it in my computer. It has everything I could ever need for a trip, be it a cruise a ski trip or something in between. When I plan a trip a save a new version of the list and label it with the trip name and date. I immediately delete anything not relevant for that trip, ex. ski clothes if it's a cruise. If and when I think of any destination specific things I can easily add them to the list. As it gets closer I start listing specific outfits by item. At the end is a list of things to remember to do before I leave home, like arrange for mail pick-up, take trash out, download movies to my ipad, etc. When I actually start packing I print a copy and cross things off with a sharpie as I go. To start such a list, I'd start with make-up and toiletries.....make a list over the next couple of days of every single item you use on a regular basis, from toothbrush to eyebrow pencil to Rx meds. Group in categories or in order of when you use the during the day, whatever works best for you. Add broad categories for clothing, shoes and accessories..... exercise stuff, daytime/casual, pool/beach, dinners out, etc. Then electronics and other special accessory items you like to take when you travel. Inevitably, you'll need to use our list a few times in order to refine it. Keep EVERYTHING you EVER take on a trip on the master list, and save a version for each trip, tailoring the list to that particular trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbjen Posted March 21, 2017 #6 Share Posted March 21, 2017 I got the app 'Stylebook' on my iPad, it was a lot of work to get it all set up but I basically took a photo of each item in my closet and built outfits out of them, and then used that to do my packing list. I just have to add any new clothes I buy. It's also handy when I'm out shopping, to see if I have things that will match something I'm looking at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted March 21, 2017 #7 Share Posted March 21, 2017 Most of what is on those "packing lists" is totally unneeded. Just pack what you would pack for ANY vacation...especially when you have a laundry handy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aoknkentucky Posted March 22, 2017 #8 Share Posted March 22, 2017 I do exactly what waterbug123 does! but I also put a copy of my master list in my purse/carry-on and one in my suitcase. Planning is a large part of my cruising fun, so planning what I'm going to wear and when--then listing it on a spreadsheet--helps me determine when I'm repeating items and when I'll need to do laundry. I don't worry about what I'm going to wear. I just consult my list. If weather changes, I can rearrange the dailies. Your signature shows you're a pro at cruising. I'd do as someone else suggested and take a one-week warm weather capsule and one-week cool weather capsule. If your core colors are complementary and your accent colors combine or complement the core colors, you can intertwine and/or combine the cool and warm capsules for even more options. The Vivienne Files have already been mentioned, but it is a wonderful wealth of information. Look for 33 = 208. Any of her 333 capsules can be combined to make 208 outfits. Even if you allow for evening clothes, the remainder will be enough and with different accessories that take up little suitcase space, I think it's possible. I'm envious of this amount of time away. Best of luck. Enjoy the trip! Please let us know how your packing turns out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare babs135 Posted March 22, 2017 Author #9 Share Posted March 22, 2017 Thanks everyone for your helpful comments. There is so much information out 'there' that it's easy to get confused (DH says that is nothing new!) hence the original question. I think I'll start with making a list of what I know I will be definitely taking and then a second list of things I would like to take and work from there. Have made stupid mistakes in the past and don't want to repeat. Sorting out cropped trousers for a 3 weeks cruise I packed the pile I didn't want and on the same trip managed to take 1 skirt and four tops!! :eek: In mitigation our son had emigrated just a week earlier and I was still coming to terms with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted March 22, 2017 #10 Share Posted March 22, 2017 (edited) Remember Packing is an Art, not a science. By your history you've cruised quite a bit. You know what you did wrong but what did you do right? Your correct packing is a good place to start (one skirt and four tops is a great beginning). Start with the most restrictive-- Formal wear. What can be repeated? Shoes, LBD with different accessories. Edited March 22, 2017 by SadieN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sailor_Sally Posted March 23, 2017 #11 Share Posted March 23, 2017 I am leaving in a few weeks to go on a three week trip with a cruise and land stay . My packing list is . for night black dress peach dress burgundy silk pants and pink fancy top black pants and blue top & red top Daytime 2exercise outfits 4 pair of pants 2 pair of capris 2 pair of leggings long skirt 7 tops 2 sweaters rain jacket scarves & jewelry black exercise shoes black flats sandals dressy sandal 3 camis pj's (nylon that can be washed out ) underwear I am taking one medium suitcase & a tote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted March 23, 2017 #12 Share Posted March 23, 2017 I do the same as several of you. But I put a copy of the lists in the suitcase & another in my purse just in case the unthinkable happens & my suitcase doesn't arrive. Helps with insurance claim Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
collegegirl92 Posted April 3, 2017 #13 Share Posted April 3, 2017 I like the mix and match color scheme idea mentioned earlier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ducklite Posted April 3, 2017 #14 Share Posted April 3, 2017 Thre lists in my signature, take a look, I'm sure it will get you headed in the right direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsPete Posted April 12, 2017 #15 Share Posted April 12, 2017 I've never found a packing list on a any app or website that works well. They always include a lot of things that don't wear or never use, and don't include a lot of things that I DO take. I agree. On our second cruise, after realizing that we'd packed less but still way too much, we made a list of what we'd actually used ... and we're still using it. My own list has never let me down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare babs135 Posted April 14, 2017 Author #16 Share Posted April 14, 2017 You guys are amazing. Thank you so much for all your very helpful advice. :* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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