Summer 2025 I cruised with Virgin Voyages on their Valiant Lady ship 🛳️💨. If you’re thinking of going on a cruise or have one planned already, check out this list as I share things I’m happy I brought on board!
Purchased this specifically for the cruise since I’ve experienced not being able to use an iron/steamer on board in the past. Surprisingly, I was able to request a steamer on board but I did try the wrinkle release once and it worked!
Downy Light Fresh Wrinkle Releaser - 3oz
Perfect for the bathroom since it can be a small/tight space. My friend thought it was a smart idea too!
Febreze Japanese Cherry Blossom Bathroom Air Freshener
Always have sunscreen on deck ☀️.
Sport Sunscreen Spray - SPF 30 - 2.7oz - up&up™
Bathrooms can be small/tight so I just leave this in there the entire trip.
Poo-Pourri Orange Tuzu Twist Toilet Spray 2 fl oz
There’s no fan in the room so this definitely helps at night with white noise but also during the day if I got hot in the room.
Travel Fan for Sleeping, Portable, Pink
Essential especially on port days when you’ll be outside majority of the day. This one has different cords so I can charge multiple devices at the same time. Charges my phone pretty fast too.
Portable Charger USB C
SPF50 gloss is essential
Make It Pop Lip Sun Gloss SPF50 - Black Girl Sunscreen | Ulta Beauty
Perfect to carry liquid hand soap instead of using bar soap.
4 Pack 3.4oz TSA Travel Pump Bottles
These never left my face
BAD HABIT Quay Sunglasses
You're going to want a water bottle on the cruise, especially if they have water stations. Stay hydrated out there ya'll!
Simple Modern Mesa Loop Water Bottle 24oz
I didn't think I needed these until I got on board. Bring them when you get off the boat as well if you'll be lying on a beach chair.
Large Beach Towel Clips for Beach Chairs, 8 Pcs
Easy to apply and absorbs in my skin perfectly.
UV Expert Supra Screen Invisible Sunscreen Serum SPF 50+
Good to have a travel sized sunscreen in your bag.
I didn’t bring these, but I wish I did. Girls just need more hanging space around the cabin!
DIYMAG 30lbs Magnetic Hooks for String Lights 6 Pack
I wish I brought straws on the cruise because they barely had any around and I hate putting my lips on cups so this will definitely help with that. There’s plenty of areas to wash it out too.
2 Pack Reusable Collapsible Metal Straws with Case
