travgurl Posted February 5, 2008 #1 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Leaving in less than 2 weeks. I have only done this once. So, I need some reminders. Other than money and/or the credit card, what are the top 10 items not to forget? Or maybe more than 10! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomboyy Posted February 5, 2008 #2 Share Posted February 5, 2008 power strip large zip lock baggies first aid kit duct tape - thats just me, paranoid a luggage zipper might break Mark you luggage zip ties nail clipper to cut zip ties Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
number1cruiser Posted February 5, 2008 #3 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Highlighters 1 dollar bills for tipping porters room service ect Pass Port number1cruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TakeMeAway1001 Posted February 5, 2008 #4 Share Posted February 5, 2008 1's for tips ( I brought 50) and it worked out great! Roll of quarters ( I have to go home with clean clothes, call me strange;) Ziploc bags (many uses) Over the door shoe holder (used it this past cruise and loved it) Waterproof carrycase for s&s card, money, credit card on excursions this one was great! http://www.waterproofcases.net/603.html Woolite (trial sizes) I brought a few packets and used it for washing swimsuits Clothes Pins (multiple uses) hanging up swimsuits in bathroom, weighing down shower curtain Downey Wrinkle Release, Target has the trial sized bottles Tylenol/Advil, Tums, Neosporin, Bandaids Batteries Disposable underwater camera Mini zip ties/nail clippers in outside pocket on suitcase Most importantly remember to let the little things slide and have a great cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Cassian Posted February 5, 2008 #5 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Look at the attachment in the 3rd message in the following thread: Look at 3rd Message. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disneylynn Posted February 5, 2008 #6 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Antibacterial hand gel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayscore Posted February 5, 2008 #7 Share Posted February 5, 2008 A length of nylon rope. Q Tips Leatherman tool, etc.(packed in the suitcase, of course!) Meds.(what they sell onboard is a rip-off) I bring small, weighted clothespins to keep the shower curtain from sucking in on you. (and it works with the rope for drying clothes on the balcony!) An open, happy attitude.(smiles are contagious!);) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KOOLBEANS Posted February 5, 2008 #8 Share Posted February 5, 2008 ditto above and .... waterproof watch visine meclazine (sea sickness) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belle907 Posted February 5, 2008 #9 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Sunscreen AND aloe gel with lidocaine Ginger tablets, sea bands or whatever you want to use for seasickness Sunglasses &/or hat Passport or other approved gov't ID Camera Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmacri Posted February 5, 2008 #10 Share Posted February 5, 2008 A small nightlight if you have an inside cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smjanni Posted February 5, 2008 #11 Share Posted February 5, 2008 air freshener Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfagent Posted February 5, 2008 #12 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Travel Alarm Clock with lighted face that runs off a battery. Mini roll of packaging tape (great for helping to protect gifts wrapped in clothes or taping the capers on the wall for the day, etc) Four or five fabric softener sheets in a ziploc bag. Drop one in your dirty clothes mesh bag each day and it keeps everything fresh. Take the dirty clothes mesh bag and place it one suitcase on the return. When you get home half the unpacking is stopping at the washing machine. A zippered bank bag. Perfect for putting sales receipts, charge slips, airline tickets, and all the other pieces of paper you seem to collect throughout a week of traveling. Bungee Cord An extra expendable plastic type card with a magnetic strip on the back (IE Kroger grocery card, sams card, supermarket discount, etc) This is to use in locking the safe while not jeopardizing your room key. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prttygirlmss Posted February 5, 2008 #13 Share Posted February 5, 2008 A beach bag.. if you are planning on beach excursions, to carry your towels, sunscreen and more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david08 Posted February 5, 2008 #14 Share Posted February 5, 2008 I'm thinking.... 1. Bud Light 2. Name Tags (for everyone you meet but won't remember) 3. Sense of Humor DONT forget to leave your inhibitions at home...makes it more fun!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afcj1 Posted February 5, 2008 #15 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Collapsable hamper(s) Travel clock Magazines/Books Sticky Notes Chargers (cell phone, computer) Hair dryer (in room is usually weak) Your own "special" toiletries Beach Bag Extra batteries Collapsable tote bag in case you have a lot of goodies to bring home:D Bubble/plastic wrap for purchased breakables, i.e perfumes, Lladro, etc. (The boxes that they come in are too bulky) Packing tape Plactic cup(s) with lid to use on excursions, gym, etc. Small collapsable cooler Reading glasses (if appliacable) Sun Glasses Copies of any paperwork for cruise, i.e excursions, itinerary, etc. **I used some items that I purchased either from the dollar store or on sale, that I could either leave behind or throw away** Have Fun:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dyin2cruz Posted February 5, 2008 #16 Share Posted February 5, 2008 lanyard to hang sign and sail card on medicines(sea sickeness, cold, stomach bug) sunblock beach bag booze formal wear night light power strip mo money, mo money, mo money!!!!! GOOD attitude Have A GREAT time!!!!!!!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Terre Posted February 5, 2008 #17 Share Posted February 5, 2008 A small fan for your cabin in case the air doesn't work properly. We take one and then leave it for the cabin steward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waterbugg Posted February 5, 2008 #18 Share Posted February 5, 2008 More money and less clothes and luggage!! also the zippered bank bag is perfect for storing money and id's and it fits perfectly in the safe..Have fun!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KroozNut Posted February 5, 2008 #19 Share Posted February 5, 2008 1's for tips ( I brought 50) and it worked out great!Roll of quarters ( I have to go home with clean clothes, call me strange;) Ziploc bags (many uses) Over the door shoe holder (used it this past cruise and loved it) Waterproof carrycase for s&s card, money, credit card on excursions this one was great! http://www.waterproofcases.net/603.html Woolite (trial sizes) I brought a few packets and used it for washing swimsuits Clothes Pins (multiple uses) hanging up swimsuits in bathroom, weighing down shower curtain Downey Wrinkle Release, Target has the trial sized bottles Tylenol/Advil, Tums, Neosporin, Bandaids Batteries Disposable underwater camera Mini zip ties/nail clippers in outside pocket on suitcase Most importantly remember to let the little things slide and have a great cruise! But based on your list, it sounds like you don't heed your own advice about letting the little things slide. Talk about the very smallest detail! ; ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Circus Posted February 5, 2008 #20 Share Posted February 5, 2008 I would bring a solid air freshener. I found on some cruises that the bathroom could be a little "stale" - even with the twice daily cleaning by the room steward. If you find that to be the case, pop one of these on the bathroom counter and no more problem. At the end of the cruise, simply throw away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singjenn Posted February 5, 2008 #21 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Leaving in less than 2 weeks. I have only done this once. So, I need some reminders. Other than money and/or the credit card, what are the top 10 items not to forget? Or maybe more than 10! camera (and all cables) power strip lap top (and all cables) carmex sunglasses carrying bag for ports and on ship that's my MUST list, but my "Duh" list is as follows clothes cruise documents makeup/toiletries money (I know you said besides this, but I can't leave it off) My list is pretty borring :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diversmom Posted February 5, 2008 #22 Share Posted February 5, 2008 One thing we take, although not crucial is a dry erase board/with marker. We always have one or two grandchildren and the board is great so we always know where each other is. Kids are up late, if I go to bed early and then wake up. It is nice to check the board and know where they are. just something pretty handy. diversmom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jessemon Posted February 5, 2008 #23 Share Posted February 5, 2008 1) Bud Light 2) Vodka 3) Vermooth 4) Cocktail onions 5) Rum 6) White wine 7) Red wine 8) Brandy 9) Bloody Mary mix 10) Alka Seltzer.........Burp......:D :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TennisLover Posted February 5, 2008 #24 Share Posted February 5, 2008 Small travel bag to use on the last day -- after you've put all your luggage out the night before you get off the ship, you need something to put the clothes in you wore on the last night, toiletries, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deefar Posted February 5, 2008 #25 Share Posted February 5, 2008 My list of things to bring: Kaopectat/peptobismal sea sick meds nuprin/advil allergy medication cold/flu medication two or three extra days worth of your medication bungii cord for your balcony couple extra hair scrunchies nail clippers/nail file hair styling supplies/shampoo&conditioner travel size clothes steamer alcohol hand wipes mini first-aid kit sunglasses sunscreen camera binoculars cell phone charger all documents/travel tickets/passports your TA's phone number for the unexpected bring plenty of extra cash pack an extra travel bag for the things you purchased body/hand lotion sunburn relief lotion bug spray if you are going to the rainforest/wooded areas bottle cozies for your beer/water travel alarm clock extra hangers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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