kathas2boys Posted January 21, 2006 #1 Share Posted January 21, 2006 I have been reading the boards trying to get secrets of the all the time cruisers...I understand taking a power strip, air freshener:eek: , shampoo/conditioner, over the door shoe holder, body wash, water and soda. I just do not understand why the Duct tape??:confused: Could someone please explain Duct tape:confused:. I am a first time cruiser leaving on the Spirit on April 2, and would like to be well prepared...Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Driller36 Posted January 21, 2006 #2 Share Posted January 21, 2006 Duct tape and WD-40 are the two most essential tools one can have. If something moves that is not supposed to, use duct tape. If something is supposed to move but doesn't, use WD-40. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Cruise4Ever Posted January 21, 2006 #3 Share Posted January 21, 2006 Oh, the 1001 uses for Duct Tape. Here's two of them anyway: if the ship is in major rough seas, it can be used to secure closet doors and cabinet drawers. And, #2: it can be used to hold your suitcased closed after you stuff it with all those wonderful trinkets you bought (or if the suitcase tears, too). :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser#5 Posted January 21, 2006 #4 Share Posted January 21, 2006 oh Believe me...when I first started reading the threads..I wondered too the same question, but I brought it. Sure glad I did. We have very rough weather and the shower doors where swaying and making noise. Duct tape sure came in handy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPT Trips Posted January 21, 2006 #5 Share Posted January 21, 2006 Oh, the 1001 uses for Duct Tape. Here's two of them anyway: if the ship is in major rough seas, it can be used to secure closet doors and cabinet drawers. :D It sure would be handy sailing to/from NYC! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailAways Posted January 21, 2006 #6 Share Posted January 21, 2006 All the above, plus many more. It comes in many colors now, and also in smaller sizes - you don't have to take that huge roll - a small one will do. Fixed a hem that gave way once with duct tape - what a life saver that was. Also, if someone gets mouthy..........well, maybe not, but just a thought! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobra1365 Posted January 21, 2006 #7 Share Posted January 21, 2006 For all the kids that run amuck with no supervision....Duct tape them to a railing! Someone will be along to fetch them eventually!:D :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arwenmark Posted January 21, 2006 #8 Share Posted January 21, 2006 another good reason is broken luggage, you never know. Been there, done that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derf5585 Posted January 21, 2006 #9 Share Posted January 21, 2006 Used to join the beds together so they won't come apart at the most inopertune moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelsx4 Posted January 21, 2006 #10 Share Posted January 21, 2006 I didn't come up with any reason, and I didn't bring it with me, except for the toilet paper dispenser. LOL There was a weighty metal flap that comes down and covers/touches the toilet paper making it break off before I could get the length I needed. LOL I was too embarassed to use the masking tape I brought to tape it up. Just a little thing, I'm embarassed to mention it. LOL :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naragonl Posted January 21, 2006 #11 Share Posted January 21, 2006 My DW uses it on my mouth the night before and day of disembarkment when I'm screaming I DON"T WANT TO GET OFF, THEY CAN"T GET ME OFF, I WANT TO TRY THIS RIDE AGAIN! WHAHHHHHHH :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathas2boys Posted January 21, 2006 Author #12 Share Posted January 21, 2006 Hubby thought you guys were pulling my leg...and considering that I am a blonde, I thought I should ask....So duct tape is a needy essential? yes?:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hikini Posted January 21, 2006 #13 Share Posted January 21, 2006 Also, if someone gets mouthy..........well, maybe not, but just a thought! I've never taken duct tape along, and never seen the need to. However, with 3 teenagers on this next cruise I might have to take your suggestion! LOL! Hikini:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sam1148 Posted January 21, 2006 #14 Share Posted January 21, 2006 Best thing I did was put a border of duct tape around my luggage. Makes it very easy to spot. Also if you bring your own soda on board you can tape the two 12 packs together and put a luggage tag on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt_BJ Posted January 21, 2006 #15 Share Posted January 21, 2006 maybe you should bring 2 rolls....:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbisson Posted January 21, 2006 #16 Share Posted January 21, 2006 I was looking for that picture earlier and couldn't find it. I think it'll take more than 2 rolls. -Monte Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackbird71 Posted January 22, 2006 #17 Share Posted January 22, 2006 LOL a drive by post I love Magellans Travel Supplies and they have And another thing for travels Now back to what I was doing before I saw this thread... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EileenN Posted January 22, 2006 #18 Share Posted January 22, 2006 Best thing I did was put a border of duct tape around my luggage. Makes it very easy to spot.Also if you bring your own soda on board you can tape the two 12 packs together and put a luggage tag on them. Have you really done that? i would love to bring diet coke with lime but thought it was nuts to try to get 2 12packs on board. Does it arrive in good shape? Maybe I should just ask for the lime and carry a soda card...decisions...decisions...what to do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krystall Posted January 22, 2006 #19 Share Posted January 22, 2006 For all the kids that run amuck with no supervision....Duct tape them to a railing! Someone will be along to fetch them eventually!:D :D ROFLMOOO!!! Good one. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sam1148 Posted January 25, 2006 #20 Share Posted January 25, 2006 Have you really done that? i would love to bring diet coke with lime but thought it was nuts to try to get 2 12packs on board. Does it arrive in good shape? Maybe I should just ask for the lime and carry a soda card...decisions...decisions...what to do? This was on HAL last year. I'd be happy to hear what NCL policies are on bringing soda on board, if it's okay it's okay. We took a taxi to the port and stoped at a supermarket to get the soda and used (well, not duct tape) transparent packing tape; in the cab we wraped up the two boxes and made a little handle with the tape and put a pre-filled out luggage tag on them and checked them with the porter port-side..arrived at the room without a scratch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EDelPinoRN Posted January 25, 2006 #21 Share Posted January 25, 2006 I used duct tape around my gifts I bubbled wrapped back to bring home. I also brought clothes pins to hold the curtains together on our balcony suite (but I think duct tape would also have worked). The boy used duct tape when he couldn't find the lint remover, but I think I should have used the duct tape to tie him down and keep him out of the casino (I think, he thought this cruise was a 7 day gamble all you want), but hey they did take $400 off our tab just for his gambling ($140 for me). Hope this helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisesOnMyMind Posted January 26, 2006 #22 Share Posted January 26, 2006 I didn't come up with any reason, and I didn't bring it with me, except for the toilet paper dispenser. LOL There was a weighty metal flap that comes down and covers/touches the toilet paper making it break off before I could get the length I needed. LOL I was too embarassed to use the masking tape I brought to tape it up. Just a little thing, I'm embarassed to mention it. LOL :eek: Great idea....I hate it when I have to keep pulling and it tears off before I want it......Not that I am a paper hog! LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lobokai Posted January 26, 2006 #23 Share Posted January 26, 2006 As a woman with M.S. trying to walk through gift store, on pool deck, in Tapas Restaurant was a SEAL obstacle course. Obviously the parents can't see or hear their screaming rugrats. I understand the staff of NCL can't even touch the children when running, but why not put them and their parents off at the next stop and blacklist them from cruising on any other line. Let the floodgates begin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zimomiller Posted January 26, 2006 #24 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Huh? Did I suddenly jump to a different thread? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NormanW Posted January 26, 2006 #25 Share Posted January 26, 2006 Folks! While duct tape is versatile, please consider the adhesive residue it will leave when removed when you use it to secure something that is moving. The solution? Use gaffer's tape. This is what is used to temporarily secure wires amongst other things in stage production and other temporary uses. When removed it leaves no nasty sticky residue. :) Gaffer's tape Cheers, Norman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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