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Cruise / Travel Essentials
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items Your cruise MUST HAVE list when sailing - most ships do not have very large stores and if they do have an item it's super expensive
Even if you don't think you might get seasick - it's better to have on hand.
I had sailed over 15 times without issue then all of a sudden on a trip it hit me hard day #2. :(
Now I never travel without it. I actually start taking the day before we fly and stay on it the entire trip.
I had sailed over 15 times without issue then all of a sudden on a trip it hit me hard day #2. :(
Now I never travel without it. I actually start taking the day before we fly and stay on it the entire trip.
Dramamine - Walmart.com
Nice to have on hand as well... sometimes these will work better -vs- the patches or pills. Everyone is different.
I am of the thoughts - better to have on hand and not need it than need it and not have it OR have to pay double the price for it.
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I am of the thoughts - better to have on hand and not need it than need it and not have it OR have to pay double the price for it.
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Sea-Band Anti-Nausea Acupressure Wristband
Another great option if you don't like taking pills. These can be used and applied with minimal visibility.
Again, better to have on hand and not have a trip suddenly ruined from being sick.
Again, better to have on hand and not have a trip suddenly ruined from being sick.
Motion Sickness Patches
Super convenient to toss in your bag. Use them on deck (super windy when the ship is sailing) - grab them to use on the beach when you head off the ship AND use them to hand wet items when you return to your cabin.
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Beach Chair Towel Clips
These are smaller than the towel clips so a bit easier to toss in your bag. They work fantastic for all different sized chairs. Don't forget to bring with you to the beach!
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Cruise On Towel Bands for Cruise Chairs (4 Pack)
Do not travel without earplugs…. some neighbors might not be as considerate as you are. 😢
Hotels & cruises can be loud to begin with… all the walls are connected. Add in neighbors that might be on a different sleep schedule (or just aren't as respectful as you might be) and you're up all night miserable.
Super small to add to your bag but makes a HUGE difference.
Hotels & cruises can be loud to begin with… all the walls are connected. Add in neighbors that might be on a different sleep schedule (or just aren't as respectful as you might be) and you're up all night miserable.
Super small to add to your bag but makes a HUGE difference.
Ear Plugs Sleeping
I actually use these nightly AND make sure to pack in my back for late lazy mornings when that sun is hitting your room but you're just not ready to get up yet. OR if you happen to have a roomie that is up earlier than you, this will for sure help!
This style has the open eye area - there is a soft cushion around the rim. So nothing is physically touching your eyes or lashes. You can actually “open” your eyes and not feel the mask. Another bonus if you wear lashes. :) LOVE this one!!
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This style has the open eye area - there is a soft cushion around the rim. So nothing is physically touching your eyes or lashes. You can actually “open” your eyes and not feel the mask. Another bonus if you wear lashes. :) LOVE this one!!
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MZOO Luxury Sleep Eye Mask for Side Sleepers
If you tend to run hot - grab this ASAP! It stays in our carry on bag and goes everywhere with us.
We love that it's chargeable, extends to different heights, has multiple speeds and rotates if you need it to! Plus there is a little remote. :)
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We love that it's chargeable, extends to different heights, has multiple speeds and rotates if you need it to! Plus there is a little remote. :)
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Collapsible Fan
Cabins can be a bit small and feel cramped if they get cluttered (which can happen easily on vacations).
On a cruise ship all walls in your cabin are magnetic. Grab a pack of these hooks for extra storage space.
Hang - your lanyard, hats, bags, purses, suits - you name it! Get it out of the way and yet easy to grab.
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On a cruise ship all walls in your cabin are magnetic. Grab a pack of these hooks for extra storage space.
Hang - your lanyard, hats, bags, purses, suits - you name it! Get it out of the way and yet easy to grab.
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Magnetic Hooks / Industrial Hooks
Another MUST HAVE on hand when traveling. Especially on a cruise. One of the - better to have on hand and not need it -vs- need it and not have it essentials.
Cruise ship medical visits are very expensive, even simple items can rack up charges. And their mini-stores are over double the prices back home.
Grab a mini medial kit and have the basics availalabe IF you ever need it.
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Cruise ship medical visits are very expensive, even simple items can rack up charges. And their mini-stores are over double the prices back home.
Grab a mini medial kit and have the basics availalabe IF you ever need it.
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Travel First Aid Kit
Your bags need to be marked when you drop them off at the pier at boarding. These clear reusable luggage tags protect the paper printed copy from being accidentally torn/ripped or even from getting wet if it's damp/raining. These tags are how the cruise ship staff knows where to deliver your luggage.
One small investment to make sure you have your items delivered to the correct cabin. AND they're reusable.
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One small investment to make sure you have your items delivered to the correct cabin. AND they're reusable.
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5 Pack Cruise Luggage Tag Holders for Carnival
Go hands free! You don't need anything on the ship except your cruise card. No cash, no additional id - nothing. Everything is tracked by your cruise card (it has your picture attached so no one else can use your card)
Be sure to pick a lanyard that will allow the card to be removed - you'll need to hand your card to the crew for scanning.
Grab your lanyard and head out for the day! (hang it on your hook by the door) :)
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Be sure to pick a lanyard that will allow the card to be removed - you'll need to hand your card to the crew for scanning.
Grab your lanyard and head out for the day! (hang it on your hook by the door) :)
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Lanyards For Cruise
These are a brilliant idea to keep your personal information safe and actually private!
IF your luggage happens to be picked up by the incorrect party or possibly sent to a wrong location - no one would have access to your name, address or even phone number.
The person will scan the QR code and you are sent a message thru the app. Then you can arrange pickup.
We LOVE this is so private!!
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IF your luggage happens to be picked up by the incorrect party or possibly sent to a wrong location - no one would have access to your name, address or even phone number.
The person will scan the QR code and you are sent a message thru the app. Then you can arrange pickup.
We LOVE this is so private!!
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Privacy QR Code Luggage Tag - Keeps Info Private
Yes, yes and YES again to the AirTags! Don't leave home without them!!
They have been added to all of our travel bags, even our carry-on items. There are too many bags that are so similar in look, size and color.
They are also great to toss in your bag when heading off the ship for your excursions or beach day.
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They have been added to all of our travel bags, even our carry-on items. There are too many bags that are so similar in look, size and color.
They are also great to toss in your bag when heading off the ship for your excursions or beach day.
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Apple AirTag - Track Keys, Wallet, Luggage
We have 2 of these - another must have for traveling. Be sure to get the style that will HANG - a space saver for the cruise ship! There are hooks on the bathroom door.
I keep these packed with mini-versions of our bathroom essentials. :)
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I keep these packed with mini-versions of our bathroom essentials. :)
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Hanging Toiletry Bag
Save space AND keep organized! Grab a set (or 2) of compression packing cubes. So much easier to keep your clothes sorted and packed.
These also help to keep from overpacking - group items by cube size to see what you're taking!
Zip up and you're ready to go! Helps with unpacking too… everything is already grouped together. :)
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These also help to keep from overpacking - group items by cube size to see what you're taking!
Zip up and you're ready to go! Helps with unpacking too… everything is already grouped together. :)
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Compression Packing Cubes
Grab these refillable bottles and make mini travel versions of your everyday essentials.
Don't try to bring full sized bottles, with luggage weight limits these are so much easier! AND they can go through security if you want to pack in your carry on bags.
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Don't try to bring full sized bottles, with luggage weight limits these are so much easier! AND they can go through security if you want to pack in your carry on bags.
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Travel Bottles
Don't forget to grab your water bottle! Make sure to get a leakproof bottle that also has a clip / handle.
There are multiple water stations and few free beverages that you can fill your bottle anytime!
BONUS if you get a bottle that can do hot/cold items - the coffee stations are always open AND have tea & hot chocolate (think cafe mocha)
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There are multiple water stations and few free beverages that you can fill your bottle anytime!
BONUS if you get a bottle that can do hot/cold items - the coffee stations are always open AND have tea & hot chocolate (think cafe mocha)
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Leak Proof Water Bottles
Grab a charging port - NOT an extension cord. Plugs are very limited on cruise ships and they will confiscate extension cords and power strips. Don't get stuck without enough power sources.
Make sure to have a port that will do both types of plugs for your devices.
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Make sure to have a port that will do both types of plugs for your devices.
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Travel Usb Charging Station
Be sure to pack your hand sanitizer! I prefer the spray but grab what you like and know you'll use.
There are so many hands touching everything, railings, elevators, doors and especially at the buffet.
We can't live under a rock but we can help protect ourselves even on vacation. :)
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There are so many hands touching everything, railings, elevators, doors and especially at the buffet.
We can't live under a rock but we can help protect ourselves even on vacation. :)
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Spray Hand Sanitizer
A small packable tote bag will come in clutch when heading to your excursions or the beach. Be sure to grab one with a ZIPPER.
You'll need to bring your towels off the ship with you plus your personal items. It's much easier to carry in the bag. :)
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You'll need to bring your towels off the ship with you plus your personal items. It's much easier to carry in the bag. :)
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Packable Tote Bags For Traveling
Heading to the beach? Jet Skies? Tubing? Whatever your water sport might be… grab water shoes! They are soft and pack very easily.
Sometimes the beaches are not as smooth as we picture them to be… they can have rocks that are a bit uncomfortable to walk on.
With the hard bottoms you can walk beaches, sidewalks or the streets and be comfortable!
Sometimes the beaches are not as smooth as we picture them to be… they can have rocks that are a bit uncomfortable to walk on.
With the hard bottoms you can walk beaches, sidewalks or the streets and be comfortable!
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Pack this one in your carry on bag - have it available whenever you need it.
Cruise ships can be cold, the air is always running. I grabbed both a black & white wrap to have on hand to match any outfit.
It's small to pack and really helps when in the dining room or at the shows.
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Cruise ships can be cold, the air is always running. I grabbed both a black & white wrap to have on hand to match any outfit.
It's small to pack and really helps when in the dining room or at the shows.
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Lightweight Shawls For Women
Grab a small pair of slippers to keep in your travel bag. Hotel floors and cruise ship cabins have seen it all… you don't need to bring that home with you.
Keep the shippers in the bag they are shipped to you in - use that for storage in your luggage.
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Keep the shippers in the bag they are shipped to you in - use that for storage in your luggage.
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Foldable Travel Slippers
These shoe covers are great - we can put shoes into the luggage and not worry about items getting ruined or stained!
Reusable and you can wipe them out if needed.
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Reusable and you can wipe them out if needed.
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Best Shoe Bags
Um…. it's a very small cabin space, not sure this needs much expanation. Just a must have for traveling. :D
Poo-Pourri - Walmart.com
Small and easy to pack AND convenient to stash in the closet. Especially if you're a family with children.
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Laundry Bags
Another fantastic way to keep organized and find items easily. Hang this over your closet door and stash all your items in the pockets - think sunscreen, glasses, charging cords, medications etc..
So much easier to find items AND it's a space saver.
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So much easier to find items AND it's a space saver.
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Best Over the Door Shoe Organizers
Straws - metal or plastic, your choice. Cruise ships will only have an edible straw (possibly paper if you're lucky)
Either edible or paper… they don't hold up very well. :(
If you like a straw best to bring your own.
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Either edible or paper… they don't hold up very well. :(
If you like a straw best to bring your own.
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Collapsible Straw