Special Items to Pack to Make the Week Better

[CruisingUS]

Yes, as I stated, we had one in the shower but that would have been a pain to use (and I think it would have taken much longer for our things to dry in the bathroom) plus it wasn't long enough for our wet stuff.

 

 

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whoops. Didn't read the last sentence. sorry. :D

[angiem0217]

Love the tea light idea.

 

 

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[CruiseMomTX]

We were on the Breeze last week in an Aft wrap and there was a horrible sewer smell that would come and go in the whole aft section all week...wish we had packed some air fresheners.

[w&k]

This clock radio with plugs, and a USB fan. Takes care of charging and extra outlets all in 1 unit.

 

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Sharp-Alarm-with-USB-and-Outlets-Black/24225430

 

Wendy

[navybaby1113]

I always bring an air freshener for the stateroom and some room spray for the bathroom.

[crusinpsychRN]

Soft, cushy toilet paper! Hate that stuff that shreds and pills and leaves debris behind on the behind!

 

:D

 

Toilet paper needs to be marine grade or the toilet will stop up.

[crusinpsychRN]

Collapsible cooler.

 

You can hang a few things in the shower by putting the line through the item, no need for clothes pins.

[HillBilly Bob]

Soft, cushy toilet paper! Hate that stuff that shreds and pills and leaves debris behind on the behind!:D

 

Horrible idea....the ships fragile septic system is not able to handle that type of toilet paper. That is why you can't flush Wet Ones! They provide toilet paper that they can process and that greased up paper just clogs!

[firemanbobswife]

I seem to recall the toilet paper debate coming up quite a bit in the past and chengkp75 saying that regular toilet paper will not clog the system. However, wet wipes must not be flushed because they are too thick and will get stuck. It has to do with the type of material. I was surprised because I also believed this urban legend.

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?p=44253631

 

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2389614

Edited July 4, 2017 by firemanbobswife

[stevefrisco]

On the Sunshine Xmas 2013, we talked to a lady claimed she had her TP taken at embarkation. Not sure if she was kidding or not because I've seen people carrying it at check-in on every cruise since. I teach classes in prisons sometimes and they seem to have the same supplier as the cruise lines I've been on. That being said, there are few things that I think look as classless as the people hauling their plush TP around at check-in.

[cmptrwiz]

Two words! Birth Control!

 

 

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[dyin2cruz]

lanyards for s&s cards

[mbrownferrier]

Glow in the dark bracelets/necklaces from Dollar Tree.

 

 

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[lizzyandrew]

•Magnetic hooks for walls

•Liquid hand soap for bathroom

•Ziplock bags

•Battery tea lights to use as a nightlight in the bathroom

 

 

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[siestakeys04]

I just purchased the LED kid push light for the bathroom and I always buy the yankie candle car air freshener

[oncruisecontrol]

I bring a coupon organizer for my sail and sign receipts. I cover the grocery categories up with stickers listing the days of the week. That way I can track the charges easily in case of a discrepancy or to keep track of my daily spending.

 

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A great idea. Never thought of that. Found a couple discrepancies on my last cruise.

[cherbear4000]

I always take the little single serve flavored coffee creamers, a small alarm clock since there are no clocks in the cabin, and a small multi plug.

[clorr11]

A reusable water bottle to fill up to use around the ship and at ports (A small cooler would also be another great idea!).

Power strip, I don't know if this is frowned upon or not? Some of the older ships I have been on have one outlet in the whole room!

A watch, it's great to keep track of time without cell phones, especially when at the beach.

Baggies (to take some sand home :-) )

My own soft blanket

A sweatshirt! I always freeze everywhere on the ship!

A wristlet or clutch (to keep your cruise card, phone/camera, chapstick)

A small bag to take to port/the beach or even around the ship to put your book and goodies in

Snacks! I love to snack, especially while on the beach, this will save you a ton of money!

Cash, cash, cash, I never bring enough cash, and then you get in a pinch when in a taxi or at port.

[Nolalife]

A reusable water bottle to fill up to use around the ship and at ports (A small cooler would also be another great idea!).

Power strip, I don't know if this is frowned upon or not? Some of the older ships I have been on have one outlet in the whole room!

A watch, it's great to keep track of time without cell phones, especially when at the beach.

Baggies (to take some sand home :-) )

My own soft blanket

A sweatshirt! I always freeze everywhere on the ship!

A wristlet or clutch (to keep your cruise card, phone/camera, chapstick)

A small bag to take to port/the beach or even around the ship to put your book and goodies in

Snacks! I love to snack, especially while on the beach, this will save you a ton of money!

Cash, cash, cash, I never bring enough cash, and then you get in a pinch when in a taxi or at port.

 

Great ideas... I'm starting packing today. We leave Sunday:D

[Crusin5252]

We take a tray so my husband can bring me back breakfast after he is done eating. It lets me sleep a little longer and then have breakfast in bed or on the balcony.

[nina_930]

The tray idea is great. I'm going to use that. Thanks!

[Anthomaniac]

The tray idea is great. I'm going to use that. Thanks!

We order room service the first day and keep the tray from that for the rest of the cruise.

 

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[Silent Penguin]

This clock radio with plugs, and a USB fan. Takes care of charging and extra outlets all in 1 unit.

 

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Sharp-Alarm-with-USB-and-Outlets-Black/24225430

 

Wendy

 

 

Thanks for the link. Looks like something I will be buying for our next cruise.

[Silent Penguin]

Someone mentioned cards and games. I always travel with my Scrabble game and a Scrabble dictionary. On at-sea days, I set up my board and wait for someone to come along and express an interest in playing. I've thought about making a little table tent sign to invite people to play.

[NewKansasKruiser]

Refrigerator magnets to stick on the walls! All the walls are metal so they stick anywhere. We put the daily fun times, any relevant receipts I need to keep track of, tickets I need to grab or notes of where you can find me! :)