Helping you with a list of things I make sure to have every cruise! Some might call me an over-packer but when you are in the middle of the ocean it’s better to be prepared!
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Packing and organization
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Cruise essentials
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The “Just incase” items
Packing and organization
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I love a good matching luggage set. Rolling good is a must!
LONG VACATION 6pc Luggage Set ABS+PC TSA
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Packing cubes are a great way to keep your clothes organized. You could organize them by day or by the type of clothes.
BAGAIL 6/8/10 Set Travel Packing Cubes
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These tags aren’t required but after seeing a friend lose her tag that was just taped on they are a necessity for us!
8 Pack Luggage Tags for Cruise Ships by SEAVILIA
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I bring all the meds. Some we have never needed but I would rather have it than not have it and need it!
BuyCard Chenille Letter Clear Travel Bag
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With phones, watches, power banks, fans etc it’s always great to have a way to keep cords organized!
NISHEL Travel Cord Organizer Case, Medium, Pink
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Cruise cabins are small. I love to stay organized and these pop up hampers are a must have! It’s so nice to have one place for everyone’s clothes at the end of the day.
Handy Laundry Collapsible Mesh Pop Up Hamper
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This is a great way to stay organized. I keep our daily stuff here. Think lotion, deo, brushes, hair products. I hook it to one of the closet doors and we are good to go!
Simple Houseware 24 Pockets Clear Shoe Organizer
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Great way to hang towels, bags, and hats to get out of the way. The walls are magnetic and these are perfect!
DIYMAG Magnetic Hooks 30lbs+ Heavy Duty 20 Pack
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This can double as your carry on and port day beach bag!
YETI Camino 35 Carryall with Dividers
Cruise essentials
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When you have a family of 4 the outlets don’t cut it. These are a great way to charge up everyone’s electronics.
NTONPOWER Travel Power Strip 3 Outlets 4 USB
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The small rooms can get stuffy and these fans are great to help with that!
Magnetic Cruise Approved 5000mAh Travel Fan
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Lanyards are a great way to keep up with your sail card! I make sure my husband or I have one on at all times!
12 Pack Waterproof Cruise Lanyards with ID Holders
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We tend to spend a lot of time in swimsuits on a cruise. I like to always have my cover up ready to go!
Yincro Women Chiffon Tassel Swimsuit Cover Up
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We are a pale family. I like to bring plenty of sunscreen because it can be kind of pricey on the ship or at ports.
Sun Bum Original SPF 30 Body Spray Sunscreen
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Again could be expensive if you need to buy on the cruise so better to have it!
Amazon Basics Sunburn Relief Gel with Aloe Vera, 8 oz
The “Just incase” items
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If you don’t use a beach style bag as a carryon it’s a great idea to add one to your luggage for port days!
G4Free XL Waterproof Sandproof Beach Tote
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Tennis shoes are something I don’t think o need BUT there are activities on the cruise ship where you might need them. There are also ports that require lots of walking and they come in handy!
On Cloud Shoes | On United States - On Running
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My biggest fear is bringing something like this home. This gives me peace of mind!
Hygea Natural Lice, Mite & Bed Bug Killer Spray 3oz
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Never unpack or get in bed without checking for bedbugs! They happen even in the cleanest of places.
UV Flashlight Black Light Mini 12 LED
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I can’t say if it works but hearing so many people leave a cruise and end up sick makes me want to do what I can to prevent it!
UV Light Sanitizer Wand - Portable & Rechargeable
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Some travel areas need bug spray! These are great. The 911 spray is great for sunburn or stings.
911 Bug Off Insect Repellent & Anti Itch Spray
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I start my family on these about a month before our cruise. *knock on wood* we have never been sick on or after!
Airborne 750mg Vitamin C Gummies, 126ct
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These work and I always have them in my bag. The ones prone to motion sickness start them before we even board.
MQ Motion Sickness Patch, 20 Count, Non Drowsy, Waterproof, 72H
