mrsnemo328 Posted April 14, 2009 #1 Share Posted April 14, 2009 I'm a first time cruiser getting married in Cozumel, Mexico. Many of my guests are first time cruisers as well. What should I tell them to bring? As the bride, should I bring anything special? I want to plan for all of us to have dinner together on the first night at the supper club; what would I be paying for? If anyone has any general advice and maybe a list of things to bring for my guests, it would be greatly appreciated.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merocket59 Posted April 14, 2009 #2 Share Posted April 14, 2009 I have complied a few random things from this site that people suggest to bring: Extension plug Bungee cord for balcony door (if have balcony) Over the door shoe hanger to use the slots for toiletries, not much room for that in the bathroom Size of carry-on luggage to 24"W x 16"H $1 and $5 bills for tipping For excursions: Zip lock bags, grab packaged food before leaving the ship, and bottled water, places can be expensive (esp GC), water shoes, hand sanitizer, underwater camera, sunscreen And what not to bring: Irons******************************************************************** Heating Pads************************************************************* Candles******** Household appliances with heating elements, such as microwave ovens, coffee makers, toasters, etc. Weapons (duh!) No water floatation items (beach balls, tubes, etc) in the pools on board (exception- life preservers/floaties) Beach towel (Carnival provides them) Goodie baskets are provided that include: Toothpaste samples, pepcid and razors HTH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holstang Posted April 14, 2009 #3 Share Posted April 14, 2009 Merocket- Make sure to let your guests know how much they need to pack. Some of my friends are first time cruisers coming with us, and they keep laughing at me when I tell them to pack at least two outfits per day. Here are lists I plan on giving my guests: For the Guys: Night Life (7 nights- 2 Formal) Tuxedo Studs Formal Shirt(s) Tie, Cummerbund & Belt Shoes & Black Socks or Dark Business Suit & Accessories Shirts (2) & Ties (2) Shoes & Dark Socks Slacks & Belt Day Wear (7 days) Tee Shirts or Polo Shirts Shorts Swim wear (2) Tennis shoes & socks Other Wear Boxer or Briefs Sleepwear Hat or Cap Sunglasses "Stuff" Shaving kit Reading glasses MP3 player & charger Cell phone & charger Thermal insulated mug Travel clock Prescription & OTC medicines Watch For the Girls: makeup remover hand sanitizer freshener/moisturizer cotton balls/q-tips toothbrush/toothpaste/mouthwash/floss perfume/body & hand lotions deodorant/talcum powder sun screen eye shadow/liner/mascara powder/blush/concealer/lipstick nail polish/polish remover pads shampoo/conditioner/gel/hair spray (non-aerosol) brushes/combs bobby pins/clips/bows/hair bands hair dryer/curling iron/shower cap make-up mirror/plug in cube tap clothes steamer/lint brush/Woolite folding tote bag/fanny pack hat Zip-Lock bags jewelry medicines/bandages/antiseptic cream feminine hygiene products I'm making sure that I pack this stuff separately in my carry-on: Cruise Docs Wedding Planner Passport Rings Dress Shoes Make-up Since I'm getting married in port, I'll also be carrying this stuff on too: Favors CD Programs Toasting Flutes/Cake Server Bouquets The ship does provide a laundry room for self washing (bring change), or you can take advantage of the laundry services the ship offers for a nominal fee (Costs are posted in the rooms). Most ships run specials towards the end of the cruise. Hope this helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmk012 Posted April 15, 2009 #4 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Where and when are you getting married in Cozumel? We were just married there last month and LOVED IT! We got married at Nachi Cocom and it was AMAZING! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrettyHazardous Posted April 15, 2009 #5 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Check out this website... www. seauonboard.com. It's mainly geared towards carnival cruisers but it offers a wealth of knowledge on what to bring on a cruise. Also check out my wedding website (links in my siggy). I think:confused: I have some lists on there as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrettyHazardous Posted April 15, 2009 #6 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Sorry Siggy= Signature lol:) too much BDW. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsnemo328 Posted April 15, 2009 Author #7 Share Posted April 15, 2009 i'm getting married at mr. Sanchos april 12, 2010...thank you all for the advice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmamers Posted April 18, 2009 #8 Share Posted April 18, 2009 I think the biggest thing is to let your guests know what to expect clothing wise.. Its hard to imagine why you would need to change maybe 3 or 4 times in a day.. but you really do. A bunch of my first time cruiser guests thought I was totally out to lunch when I said that... but when they go on vacation they are usually camping! The last time I cruised I did a full grid while packing with a column for each day and a list of activities i might do each day and then what I would wear for each day... It seems a little over the top but its the best way to plan how one pair of shoes can go with x number of outfits. The last thing you want is one of your guests totally excited for the sunshine and only thinking about beachware with one or 2 outfits to wear at night to the dining room. Another great thing is to have a pre cruise night with your guests just to make sure everyone has their documents distributed by your travel agent. If you did book with a travel agent you could even talk to them about having a cruise night at the agency for everyone to pick up their documents there at the same time. That way it's easier for them to go through the docs once with everyone instead of everyone coming in at different times all asking the same questions. Having a group meeting before lets everyone ask questions and listen to everyone elses q and a's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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