denmarks Posted July 10, 2019 #1 Share Posted July 10, 2019 I just purchased a couple rain jackets that are a step above the disposable ponchos. They should last a few times unless snagged by something. Do you carry any type of rain ponchos or jackets on a cruise, just an umbrella, or both? These were about $6 each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iancal Posted July 10, 2019 #2 Share Posted July 10, 2019 We don't. We dress in layers. We pack a light weight waterproof jacket that doubles as a windbreaker. No umbrella. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrenM Posted July 10, 2019 #3 Share Posted July 10, 2019 Just T Shirts and shorts. And a couple of pairs of jeans for Dress up night. We like to live dangerously. Its not allowed to rain on holiday. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolatravelgirl Posted July 10, 2019 #4 Share Posted July 10, 2019 It depends on the port. I have a small umbrella in my suitcase similar to the one linked below. I wouldn't want to wear the plastic coat you mentioned but if I were going to somewhere cooler or rainy (Alaska, London, etc) I would pack a water resistant coat like below. https://www.amazon.com/YUI-Travel-Umbrella-Lightweight-Compact/dp/B07DTF7DY8/ref=sr_1_12?crid=3DIEKEFK2GIFF&keywords=small+umbrella+for+travel+mini&qid=1562768809&s=gateway&sprefix=small+umb%2Caps%2C226&sr=8-12 https://www.amazon.com/Lightweight-Raincoat-Waterproof-Packable-Rainwear/dp/B07PB9SKNM/ref=sr_1_3?crid=11IRKAL6N50IT&keywords=packable+rain+jacket+women&qid=1562768970&s=gateway&sprefix=packable+rain%2Caps%2C207&sr=8-3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrenM Posted July 10, 2019 #5 Share Posted July 10, 2019 It never rains in the UK in summer. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chipmaster Posted July 10, 2019 #6 Share Posted July 10, 2019 (edited) Come prepared for everything ( bring water, extra battery, every possible medication ) , or just wing it, that is very personal choice. I'd say even if I know it is possible to rain an umbrella and/or poncho are so cheap compared to the other things I don't bother. Agree if you are going to Alaska summer to be surprised that you need rain gear, head gear, gloves would be poor planning to not either plan to pops for those things, or bring them. Edited July 10, 2019 by chipmaster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clo Posted July 10, 2019 #7 Share Posted July 10, 2019 I bought this rain poncho and think it's great! Goes into its own little drawstring bag. https://www.joulesusa.com/Women/Accessories/French-Navy-Dog/Poncho/Showerproof-Packaway?id=Y_PONCHO|FNVPDOG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrenM Posted July 10, 2019 #8 Share Posted July 10, 2019 Thing is, if you are in London, or any major city in the UK, if it rains you are never more than a few feet from the nearest Pub. And British Pubs are our greatest invention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarrenM Posted July 10, 2019 #9 Share Posted July 10, 2019 I mean what is better? Standing next to Nelsons Column in Trafalgar Square, or sitting in the nearest pub viewing it from the window? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted July 10, 2019 #10 Share Posted July 10, 2019 We normally pack a couple of small umbrellas, since 95 percent of our cruises are Caribbean not too worried about getting wet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimplyMarvie Posted July 10, 2019 #11 Share Posted July 10, 2019 We have packable rain jackets/windbreakers for every member of the family and travel with them... because I don't want to miss out on exploring just because it's wet, and umbrellas don't really keep you dry if it's seriously raining. They pack down to the size of my palm, and fit into a corner of the luggage and can be layered with a fleece for a cool day or opened up over a tshirt for a hot and wet day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herfnerd Posted July 10, 2019 #12 Share Posted July 10, 2019 Packable rain jackets for us because you just never know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mom says Posted July 10, 2019 #13 Share Posted July 10, 2019 Depending on the Ports and time of year, either a rain jacket or an umbrella. Or both. My travel umbrella is small enough, when telescoped down, to easily fit in our day pack. I have taken to using it as a parasol in areas where the sun is viciously strong, like SE Asia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNcruising02 Posted July 10, 2019 #14 Share Posted July 10, 2019 That's a great deal! I always pack two disposable clear ponchos in case it looks like it is going to rain the particular day we are at a port. One time we went on a tour and it poured when we were making our way back to the ship. We were drenched. So if it looks like it might rain, I will put the compact ponchos in my travel body bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALWAYS CRUZIN Posted July 10, 2019 #15 Share Posted July 10, 2019 Pop up umbrella. On Celebrity they are in your rooms to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skrufy Posted July 10, 2019 #16 Share Posted July 10, 2019 We take our chances, no raincoat or umbrella. Never had more than a half hour of rain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K32682 Posted July 10, 2019 #17 Share Posted July 10, 2019 3 hours ago, DarrenM said: Thing is, if you are in London, or any major city in the UK, if it rains you are never more than a few feet from the nearest Pub. And British Pubs are our greatest invention. And between the pub and your location in a London rainstorm there will be at least 2 places to buy an umbrella. Whether I take an umbrella, rain jacket or both depends on location and planned activities. If asked to choose one it would be the rain jacket. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shmoo here Posted July 10, 2019 #18 Share Posted July 10, 2019 4 hours ago, denmarks said: Do you carry any type of rain ponchos or jackets on a cruise, just an umbrella, or both? We bring rain gear. Most cruises just a poncho (if there's only a slight chance of rain). Sometimes, a rain jacket (with hood) and rain pants for those cruises there's a likelihood of real rain. I never bring an umbrella. Couple of reasons, 1) using an umbrella means one less hand to deal with cameras and other things. 2) most tourist locations will have bunches of people, and an umbrella, with ribs ending at eye level, can be hazardous in a crowd. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zqvol Posted July 10, 2019 #19 Share Posted July 10, 2019 6 hours ago, denmarks said: I just purchased a couple rain jackets that are a step above the disposable ponchos. They should last a few times unless snagged by something. Do you carry any type of rain ponchos or jackets on a cruise, just an umbrella, or both? These were about $6 each. Usually neither. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new_cruiser Posted July 10, 2019 #20 Share Posted July 10, 2019 I travel with a waterproof breathable rain shell just about always. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonsai3s Posted July 10, 2019 #21 Share Posted July 10, 2019 We always bring an umbrella. Just thinking where our umbrella saved us...Quebec, Bermuda, of course London, and Hong Kong.............and in Lahaina, Maui...not rain but from the searing sun. I remember an extremely long line to tender back from Lahaina...not much shade...lucky for us, I had the umbrella. Even shared it with a couple of happy women. 😎 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted July 10, 2019 #22 Share Posted July 10, 2019 I've never taken a rain jacket or umbrella on a cruise. If it's raining, I don't go out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizmark'sMom Posted July 11, 2019 #23 Share Posted July 11, 2019 I take a light rain jacket that doubles as a wind breaker. I've mostly wanted an umbrella when I've been in Europe. At the first drop of rain, baskets of 5 Euro umbrellas pop up all over the place. I buy a 5 Euro umbrella and enjoy it's protection for as long as it survives. (Bonus points if the umbrella is in decent enough shape to hand it off to somebody to use. At no point does the thing actually come home with me.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clo Posted July 11, 2019 #24 Share Posted July 11, 2019 3 hours ago, fyree39 said: I bought inexpensive ponchos for our first Alaska cruise. I've lived in Northern California and Seattle. Instead of a steady downpour, you get this fine mist sometimes that coats everything and soaks you through. The ponchos are perfect for that. That's what I love about my oh-so-cute rain poncho. We travel all the way from NorCal to SEA and it's great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taglovestocruise Posted July 11, 2019 #25 Share Posted July 11, 2019 I am a guy, only requirement is that it fits in my back pocket. To big for my pocket it goes in the trash, when it rains the $2.00 umbrella vendors are everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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