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I always bring many of your listed items, but have several more. 1) PASSPORT. 2)Thank you notes for a personal touch when tipping staff. 3) Extra sunglasses. 4) Small sticky notes, highlighter, pen, clothespins (wet bathing suits in shower & balcony curtains. 5) small alarm clock with reflective hands. And finally a large bottle of patience! Sail on everyone 😊😊
I always bring my 20 oz Yeti Rambler. It has a straw for water & those cold adult beverages. I can also remove the straw & lid and utilize my Yeti as my coffee mug. It is very versatile for cruising. I highly recommend this if you’re a frequent hot weather cruiser.
In addition to Poo-pourri, I bring a Little Trees air freshener ( the kind people hang on their rear view mirror) in a non-overpowering scent. It takes up no room in my suitcase. I hang it in the bathroom and it definitely helps since my better half forgets to use the spray.
Yes Poo-pourri is a must bring. Not only for your waste but also in case your stateroom is close to the bottom of the ship where sewage is collected. Sometimes the smell seeps through the plumbing.
yes, please do a video for what you do for flying. I would like to see that. :-) oh and I've never been on a cruise. we are going on the new Disney Destiny in 2026.
I have replaced the bottle of hand soap with travel packs of antibacterial paper soap sheets. They are almost weightless, they take up no room, they can be packed in carryon and checked baggage, and you can easily take them all over the ship and ports with you. I have absolutely fallen in love with these and I have the entire family carrying them in their pockets.
Just got back from my first cruise. First of all, I want to say THANK YOU for the magnet hooks suggestion!!! They were so helpful hanging up wet swim clothes to dry, purses, hats, belts, etc. and even our lanyards with our sea passes so we wouldn't forget them walking out of the door. I found that hanging up clothes in the bathroom while taking a hot steamy shower took out wrinkles better than the wrinkle-release spray... but we did get an off-brand version that might have had lower quality than Downy. We did press all of our clothes before the trip as well to keep wrinkles at a minimum. DEFINITELY bring a first aid kit WITH GAUZE!!! I sprained my wrist at the airport right before the cruise and the gauze came in handy. The pop-up hamper was also a major life saver being that we switched clothes at least 3 times a day everyday for gym, swim, eating (fine dining), and nightclubbing lol. Air tags worked amazing, we made sure to hide them in discrete places in our luggage (inside of shoes & socks) so no one could take them out if found. We actually didn't use our portable chargers at all but still good to bring. Dramamine is a must bring as well, my wife deals with motion sickness more than I do but there was one particular day I was a bit dizzy after eating by the water. We did a pretty good packing job but we are going to try packing cubes next time. If I had to add anything to the list, it'd be a WATERPROOF TOTE BAG. It rained all day at our Bahamas stop but we were still able to swim at the beach with all of our belongings safe from water. Amazon has some good ones. Also, RFID BLOCKING WALLETS WITH AIR TAG POCKET and PASSPORT HOLDING CROSSBODY POUCH. Made getting through the airport AND cruise check-in & boarding super easy, all required documents were in the same place. I suggest RFID blocking wallets/pocketbooks because while we'd like to think everyone on the cruise are goodhearted people, you just never know with thousands of people in one place. WATER SHOES as some shore excursions do not allow crocs/flip flops (e.g. zip lining). WATERPROOF PHONE CASES WITH LANYARD for river tubing, snorkeling, kayaking, etc. And last but not least!!!!! SNORKELING GEAR!!!!!!! We had to use the reused ones they provided on the yacht and I'm sure they soak them in a bleach solution but I was quite disgusted putting my mouth on the same equipment thousands of others had. YUCK!!! lol.
I also bring stuff for the staff. We have Philipino markets by me and knowing many crew come from there, I bring stuff that reminds them of home like tamarind candy and soup mix. I was told the soup mix is used as seasoning. The crew can get homesick so they have told me that really helps.
We always bring binoculars. There are so many cool birds and sea life you can find. The white noise I use a phone app but I also bring a fan which works like white noise
For longer cruises that you need to wash your clothes halfway through, 2 weeks or more, instead of bringing up some laundry soap bring flat little laundry sheets. These are practically weightless and so easy to use. Also, here's another use for magnetic hooks, for hanging and drying your clothes overnight.
California Linda shares after cruising for more than 20 years I never use a lanyard, I fly and cruise carry-on (21 inch and a back pack) for both international and domestic flights and do not use air tags or tiles, and I do not use towel clips or towel bands, straws or a🎉🎉 white noise machine. I also make a stop at the local Bath and Body store for a pump bottle of soap - no more messy soap bar, and a small bottle brush with a small amount of soap detergent to wash out my water bottle and coffee mug. We are so proud of your ability to overcome "flight anxiety." With the exception of the above-mentioned items ... we pack it all. Great video for everyone, new and seasoned alike. 👍🎉
You obviously sit in the front of the plane then or only fly on larger planes. I had to make an emergency trip cross country last weekend and had to have my carry on checked. I still had my air tag in the carry on from our cruise earlier this year. That little gizmo literally saved my @$$ going and coming. If you are on small planes that won't accommodate full size carry ons you will have to check your bag. When I reached my destination I got a text from United saying that my carry on had not made it and I went into full meltdown mode because this was everything. Once I connected to the airport's wifi I checked the tag and it popped up showing the bag had made it to Tennessee. Crisis averted. If it weren't for the air tag I would have left the airport without my bag and having no idea where it was. As far as I'm concerned that thing has paid for itself multiple times.
@@cesalkin Yes they will do this but if you carry a purse in addition to your backpack MAKE SURE your purse will fit inside your backpack. They consider a purse (even a belt bag) as your personal item. I learned that one a few years ago. So I never over pack my personal item to the point that I can get a small bag in it.
Definitely bring my own travel straws! I have been on a few cruises and one must have are wet/dry bags. They are great for any clothing/swimsuits that gets wet and for water shoes-much better than ziploc bags for me.
Have to agree with #1 the magnet hooks! I use many of the other things listed for travel in general, but the item unique to cruising would be the magnet hooks. Our next cruise is a Christmas cruise so bringing extras to hang our stockkngs’
My real life preserver-100 SPF. light weigh, non-greasy sunscreen (melanoma survivor here), baby wipes, solid shampoo/conditioner, a large garbage bag for dirty clothes, audible and kindle books downloaded into phone and a battery charger w/cords!
We always bring an eyeglass repair kit, glue to pop a dental cap back on, a solid air freshener such as 'California Scents', 13 gallon trash bags for dirty laundry and a travel size roll of toilet paper (they come in a plastic container.) Happy Cruising!
Please do make the video on how to fly more comfortably. You can make your own downy spray. Not only is it almost free to make, but you can take as much or as little as you want. The recipe is 1 part liquid Downey to anywhere between 10 and 15 times the water (depends on how strong you want to make it). Take the bottle with just the Downey to the ship. Once aboard add the water to your liking. When you're ready to go home you can dump the leftovers down the drain.
I pack most of the items you have suggested, including my Reese's peanut Butter cups (an essential!). I now also pack my satin pillowcase, put it on one of the pillows and then put their case over top, taking it off to sleep. It really does prevent facial creases in the morning and your hair also survives the night. And I have started packing my annual mahjong card so I can play on sea days. Princess has the games and I enjoyed playing with two lovely new friends on a cruise to Hawaii with lots of sea days.
What works well for us cruising for a night light…… is a kitchen under cabinet light 12 inch( motion sensor) LED rechargeable and magnetic( light weight/ set of 2 for $9.99 from Amazon) I like to put near the floor so when I get up during the night ….my path is lit…
I make a hygiene kit that includes toilet paper, paper towels, small pack of paper soap sheets, and hand sanitizer. Started doing this when in Mexico the bathrooms didn't have anything in there. Works great.
For dirty laundry - what also works, in your pre-cruise hotel, take the plastic laundry bag from your hotel room and use that for dirties. That way they are clearly separated by plastic when you back up to go home. Take that bag and drop it in the laundry room when you get home. Easy peasy - no additional cost!
We use the small zip lock bags for everything especially snacks - day trips or just to pop snacks in the mini fridge for a midnight snack without having to leave our cabin. Also, thank you note cards for crew, sticky notes for our cabin, highlighter for our "Fun Times" planning and decorations for our door!
In addition to the magnet hooks I also bring magnetic clips to hold shore excursion tickets and the daily planner. It helps to keep countertops neat! Love your advice! 🚢🛳️🌴❤
Just another tip I recently used on our cruise a month ago is getting one of those foldable canvas bins from the dollar store to throw all of the miscellaneous items in to keep the counter clean. We were in an interior room and I really feel like it helped a lot! :)
Great tips as always!!❤ One thing we’re planning to use instead of ziplock bags are the plastic bags with seals that some of our Amazon purchases (especially clothing) have come in.
Once again, what an awesome channel to watch before a cruise!! We are going on our second cruise this November and we are rewatching a lot of these videos to help us prepare. Thanks again for putting in the work to produce this content, it's great and my whole family watches.
I use an app on my phone for my sound machine. There are all sorts of ones to choose from so no need to bring anything extra. I also always bring an organizer for my passport and other paperwork so it will be in one place and easy to find in my bag.
First time traveling with grandkids the youngest was still in diapers...so I brought along a roll of the doggie bags we use when walking the dog. Easy to use, tie up and dispose. Could be used for fem products and toilet wipes too if needed.
I've started brining a small thermal water bottle. I'll get a face cloth wet and put it in a zip lock bag. Then I'll put ice in the water bottle and put the zip lock bag in it. Then when we go into the ports I'll have a nice cool cloth when it gets too hot.
First time cruiser here! Your videos have been my go to in preparation for my New Zealand cruise in November 🎉 besides all these wonderful items i have also been thinking about packing card games, pencils and colouring books and even some needle craft to keep my hands busy!
I always bring a swim suit, but I can't remember the last time I used it on the ship. Off the ship, it's used for snorkeling.. We bring laundry soap in a dry sheet form. It's way more convenient for us than pods or liquid and in a smaller form factor. Re: flying, a video would be interesting. We bring a foldable 5"x 8" plastic sheet that serves as a clip for our mobile phone or tablet. We almost always bring a door decoration and on longer cruises, a regular calendar, and a digital thermometer. We're cruising this Nov-Dec, so an ADVENT calendar will be along. For a night light one of the inexpensive faux candles also works well for some minimal light. Recently we have been bringing flavored water enhancer in an effort to reduce soda consumption. It's worked well. We're veteran cruisers with over 1,000 days at sea.
I use all that you’ve suggested. Thanks for the reminder. Cartons not bottles of water are allowed as long as it’s the correct ounce per carton. I bring a mini bottle of dish detergent to wash water bottles/straws and mini laundry detergent to rinse bathing suits.A small bottle of seasoning to add to cruise food. Target carry a large variety of mini travel necessities. My first aid kit has over the counter medications but also a prescription of Broad spectrum antibiotics just incase. Sunvisor for on the ship and port. A non cellular watch is a must to stay on ship time.
Also, the toilet paper is a wonderful idea. I have hand soap and a small wash cloth from Daiso, as I have found that in Mexico, I may not find supplies in the restrooms. I learned in Europe to use hand sanitizer with me in the bathroom to clean the seat.
I love your channel-thanks for all the great content! One travel essential I never leave home without (aftera trip to Disneyland) is a small inexpensive magnetic charger or MagSafe charger. When at the pool or beach, our phones sometimes get slightly damp, which prevents them from charging with a regular cable until they dry out. The magnetic charger solves this problem. Thanks again.
I take arm sleeves and something for neck to limit the amount of sun. They take up very little room, can carry in your pocket. Good for Northerners go to Caribbean in January or February
My fiance and I are leaving for our first cruise together in 26 days! It will be his first cruise and my 10th! We’re both so excited and have been watching your videos in anticipation of our trip. Thank you for the content that you provide!
Neck fan is a must and also if you're a reader at night, a neck light. Lighting in rooms are terrible for reading. I'll be going on my 5th cruise in a couple of weeks.
Always a pleasure to watch your videos! Last cruise I brought my blow-dryer but I won't do it next time. I just find more convenient to tie my hair after washing it.
I and my husband just went on our first cruise at the beginning of September. One thing that I brought that I won't ever travel without again is liquid (foaming) hand soap. Amazon sells clear 3 oz plastic (reusable) foaming hand soap dispensers. I DESPISE soap bars, so this was a much better alternative!
I have those bottles and was thinking about trying another commenter’s tip about using the cabins’ shower soap in it instead of filling it prior to the cruise, although I usually like to fill it with Dr. Bronners’ soap lol
I love my metal water bottle holder with a sling. This also contains a couple pockets for putting in cards/cash, glasses, earbuds, lip balm, etc. this way I have everything I would want to use throughout the day without having to go back to my cabin to retrieve anything.
Instead of poo-poori which I use at home, I will bring a disposable air freshener for the bathroom as it will last 2 weeks which is how long we usually cruise. Thanks for sharing!
7:24 you definitely want to get the apple AirTags. my last cruise my cousins bag said it was at the airport that we were at because of the AirTag and it did not come out on the conveyor belt, so my aunt was talking to workers at the airport and they were claiming they did not have the bag. So my aunt decided to ring the apple AirTag that was in the bag that was missing and sure enough they had it sitting in the room over.
Going on Sun, Princess end of November I’m taking plenty of wipes for hands near elevators and the touchscreens. I find that that could be the most important place to catch germs and yet ships don’t have them especially those touch screens.
Going on my third cruise in February 2025. So I’m still learning about cruise tips and essentials. But I did find cool little zip up bags on Amazon, that have fun saying on them! Like: all my charging stuff, or travel snacks… super cute and fun!
Hi Ilana! Just got off an NCL Joy cruise to Bermuda. Brought that nonsticky aloe you recommended and it was a lifesaver. Also, I found a small fan on Amazon that can be handheld, handle folds to rest on a desk/night stand and has magnets to just stick up on the wall near the bed. It also had a dimable light to use as a nightlight built in. My new favorite cruise find
I have a bag for first aid, labeled First aid and a OTC med bag, also labeled as such, for travel sizes of everything I always have in my house. It's come in handy SO much, for either us or if friends are in the cruise and they needed something. Including "natural" stuff for gas, heartburn, stomach issues. Ginger pills, papaya enzymes, green tea etc. now even cranberry pills for urinary trac issues because my daughter in love needed it on our family cruise and they wanted to charge her like $5 per pill in medical. Yes I agree with the candy straws, we use silicone straws and have a cleaning brush. Use them at home also. My husband uses a fan ALWAYS, I prefer the noise of the ship navigation channel. Just a slight noise to help me sleep. I can do without the fan noise.
I always prep a large gallon sized baggie full of medicine and remedies for travel. It can come in so handy! Can you explain what the papaya enzymes are for?
I made my I have pins in it and white and black threads and needles also some small zip ties, small scissors ,I put it all in a zippered pencil case I got at the Dollar Store. I also made a pouch for first aid items, we use the sea sick patches when needed. I find they work really well and you just stick it on your tummy lasts about 2 days. Never leave without extra glasses.
Great to always review these lists especially when our cruise is in 5 days!!!!! 🎉 Can I get a woo hoo Ilana?! I have to always have my workout gloves and head/ear covers for those cold and windy sea days.
Love your videos! So many ideas that I've used. One thing I found to use are extra small trash bags for disposing personal items. Although the room steward provides paper ones, I need more and hate to ask for more, I also use a "smallish" toiletry bag as my OTC medications/ first aid kit. I keep it stocked for my next trip, check it frequently for outdated items. I only have to add my prescriptions when it's time leave.
Hi Ilana! I take many of the itens you mentioned but I never forget my Laundry hangers! They are great for drying clothes and underware in the cabin or bathroom!
The fold up laundry hamper is great to bring & so compact! Dollar tree previously carried them but I haven’t seen it for a long time so I don’t believe they carry them anymore.
I pack an empty pump hand soap bottle and fill it when I arrive with the multi purpose liquid soap they provide in the cruise cabin showers. I use it for the bathroom sink on cruises then just toss when our cruise is over. I don’t like the messy bar soap on the sink. Thanks Ilana! My friends are always amazed at all the great hacks I have when traveling thanks to you. MAGNET HOOKS the Holy Grail. Tide stain stick always a must for any traveling as well. Safe travels❤️🛳️
Royal Caribbean will allow water to be brought on ship. Guests may also bring non-alcoholic beverages as carry-on items on boarding day. Non-alcoholic beverages may not exceed 12 standard (17 oz.) cans, bottles or cartons per stateroom.
I found it interesting the order of the items people found important. I do have and take these items with me and agree they are pretty essential. I use my phone for white noise on an app. Works well for me. Thanks for always giving us such great advice.
Glad you enjoyed it. I think I’m going to have to try that app
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Gràcies por tus buenos consejos, intento seguirlos. Por cierto, compré paquetes con dos imanes de gancho que van muy bien, en el Dòlar Tree, y otras tiendss de 1$ en LA. Estoy contenta con su resultado y ya lis he usado en un crucero. Por si a alguien l'e resulta útil. Gracias Ilana 😊😊
In addition to the magnet hooks I also bring magnetic clips to holt shore excursion tickets and the daily planner. It helps to keep countertops neat! Love your advice! 🚢🛳️🌴❤
Never travel without Downy Wrinkle releaser anywhere, even with irons. Fast and easy. for sure. I do bring twizzlers for my sister ( laughed when you said licorice) and she brings bars that can only get in her province for me. Glasses repair kit- aka the wee screwdriver and screws. Must get some organic aloe vera to try , I always bring reg. walmart kind.
I bring most of the items you recommended but the one thing that saved our trip was Babelio travel noise machines! These are great for a partner who snores! Mine came in a 2-pack and used both! I charged them during the day and were ready for bedtime! 😊
A few comments from an experienced cruiser: 1. ALWAYS bring TP on your excursions. A paperless women's bathroom in the El Yunque rainforest on Puerto Rice taught me that lesson. 2. I purchased the rechargeable black fan that you recommended never envisioning I would be using it through hurricane Milton. That thing has enough juice to produce a nice breeze all night long! It will now go between my cruise bag and my hurricane kit! 3. I took a retirement cruise in 2016. My "Aunt Flo" had not visited since 2013. Imagine my surprise when she made an appearance on the first day of my cruise! No advise here just a funny memory that surfaced when you mentioned feminine products which, of course, I didn't have. Problem solved $13 later from the sundreys shop. 4. I was told that the new Sun Princess does not have the hydration stations at the buffet like ALL other Princess ships do. So, I ordered 2 cases of water at $24 EACH to be in my cabin when I arrive. I'll have my room attendant keep my ice bucket full and that will allow me to keep my 40 ounce stainless steel bottle full for my 2 week BTB cruise next month. Keep producing these great videos, Iliana!
Thanks for sharing! lol definitely a reason to now remember TP 😂. Sun Princess now has water pitchers on tables in the buffet and had water stations at the pool deck, however your own bottles might be easier :)
Love your channel! I bring a box of covid tests, a thermometer and some Tylenol cold and flu. I’ve yet to be on a cruise where covid didn’t surface. I just want to know if I have it or if I have a cold or the flu. Saves me a trip to the ship doctor for that expensive visit.
Ive only done one cruise and one coming up. Thanks for the great info. I always have handiwipes or small squeeze bottle of hand sanitizer in my purse. (Added Nov. 15, ‘24)
I use my Owala water bottle that has a built in straw. Keeps the ice from watering down my drinks, too. Pen, highliter to mark schedule, and sticky notes for messages to husband, steward and others. Magnetic clips for papers, excursion tickets and a calendar page that lists ports, excursions, dinner reservations, etc. After dragging heavy cruise ship towels on dozens of excursions, I'm now taking lightweight "sand" towels. A watch that stays on ship time. Noise cancelling head phones. Books and movies downloaded on phone and/or tablet. If it's a long cruise (12+) a shoe holder for wall.
If you fly in the day before and stay at a hotel see if there's a Walmart nearby ( sometimes the hotel will shuttle you there and back for free) then you can purchase things like soda (other canned beverages), aloe vera gel, sunblock, wrinkle spray etc and not have to fly with them. I have found that things like aloe vera are actually quite a bit cheaper in the full size bottle than the smaller size and if you don't end up using it you can just leave it for your room attendant or the next guest ❤️
I don’t pack a hamper. Instead I fold back up/roll up the dirty clothes and put them back in the empty packing cubes. That makes last night packing super easy. I just put the full packing cubes back in my suitcase and everything fits just fine.
I took a couple of pillowcases with us for our dirty socks/underwear, and then I packed the clean clothes we had left over in the packing cubes and then folded/rolled the dirty ones around the cubes, it was the first time I used packing cubes and it worked quite well!
I’d like to see your take on flying. We’ll be going to Alaska next September and are fairly sure we won’t be carryon only. I’d love to know how different cruise prep is for different locations.
@@kellyflanagan7632 really appreciate yours & other comments. I’ve been debating if there would be enough interest, so I’m glad to hear it would be a good one for some people
I bring Coghlan's Packable Camp Toilet Tissue, its biodegradable which is a benefit for some countries, the packaging is about the same as travel facial tissues and it doesn't take up much space in your purse or backpack. Its available at REI (in the US), Amazon and other sporting goods stores.
It’s funny that this says it’s item that needed for a cruise. But I didn’t start cruising till 2021. But all my travels before 2021 had most of these as well. These are smart things just to have when you travel.
On Disney cruises, you can bring a case of water a case of pop I believe it has to be in plastic bottles and stuff like that. The only caveat is you have to carry it on and it has to be like the size of a carry-on bag type thing it can’t be like 12 cases of water.
Thank Llanna! Your like having the wife I don’t have to take along! On a serious note, I appreciate the links to ball that helpful stuff I would never think of.
We bring laundry detergent sheets in case we need to hand wash something so much better than the liquid stuff. Thanks for all or tips and ideas. You do an awesome job!!
Iphone “stand by mode” is the perfect travel clock and a portable Bluetooth speaker for music while you are getting ready and it can double as a “white sound” machine (download different nature sound files)
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Water shoes for rocky beaches, and hot sand
I always bring many of your listed items, but have several more. 1) PASSPORT. 2)Thank you notes for a personal touch when tipping staff. 3) Extra sunglasses. 4) Small sticky notes, highlighter, pen, clothespins (wet bathing suits in shower & balcony curtains. 5) small alarm clock with reflective hands. And finally a large bottle of patience! Sail on everyone 😊😊
I bring thankyou cards as well.
@@kathyhiggins2847 great list
I’ve heard of people bringing postcards from where they live to use as thank you notes for an extra special touch
I always bring my 20 oz Yeti Rambler. It has a straw for water & those cold adult beverages. I can also remove the straw & lid and utilize my Yeti as my coffee mug. It is very versatile for cruising. I highly recommend this if you’re a frequent hot weather cruiser.
In addition to Poo-pourri, I bring a Little Trees air freshener ( the kind people hang on their rear view mirror) in a non-overpowering scent. It takes up no room in my suitcase. I hang it in the bathroom and it definitely helps since my better half forgets to use the spray.
Yes Poo-pourri is a must bring. Not only for your waste but also in case your stateroom is close to the bottom of the ship where sewage is collected. Sometimes the smell seeps through the plumbing.
OK double magnet hooking for the hanging toiletry bag - NICE! Hadn't thought of that!!
yes, please do a video for what you do for flying. I would like to see that. :-) oh and I've never been on a cruise. we are going on the new Disney Destiny in 2026.
@@Pamela-Captain-Peeps so exciting!! I’ll definitely do a flight video too
Agree- would like to see a flight video
A flight video would be of great interest.
I have replaced the bottle of hand soap with travel packs of antibacterial paper soap sheets. They are almost weightless, they take up no room, they can be packed in carryon and checked baggage, and you can easily take them all over the ship and ports with you. I have absolutely fallen in love with these and I have the entire family carrying them in their pockets.
@@QueenSuperJ great to know! Me: Add to cart 😂
Just got back from my first cruise. First of all, I want to say THANK YOU for the magnet hooks suggestion!!! They were so helpful hanging up wet swim clothes to dry, purses, hats, belts, etc. and even our lanyards with our sea passes so we wouldn't forget them walking out of the door. I found that hanging up clothes in the bathroom while taking a hot steamy shower took out wrinkles better than the wrinkle-release spray... but we did get an off-brand version that might have had lower quality than Downy. We did press all of our clothes before the trip as well to keep wrinkles at a minimum. DEFINITELY bring a first aid kit WITH GAUZE!!! I sprained my wrist at the airport right before the cruise and the gauze came in handy. The pop-up hamper was also a major life saver being that we switched clothes at least 3 times a day everyday for gym, swim, eating (fine dining), and nightclubbing lol. Air tags worked amazing, we made sure to hide them in discrete places in our luggage (inside of shoes & socks) so no one could take them out if found. We actually didn't use our portable chargers at all but still good to bring. Dramamine is a must bring as well, my wife deals with motion sickness more than I do but there was one particular day I was a bit dizzy after eating by the water. We did a pretty good packing job but we are going to try packing cubes next time. If I had to add anything to the list, it'd be a WATERPROOF TOTE BAG. It rained all day at our Bahamas stop but we were still able to swim at the beach with all of our belongings safe from water. Amazon has some good ones. Also, RFID BLOCKING WALLETS WITH AIR TAG POCKET and PASSPORT HOLDING CROSSBODY POUCH. Made getting through the airport AND cruise check-in & boarding super easy, all required documents were in the same place. I suggest RFID blocking wallets/pocketbooks because while we'd like to think everyone on the cruise are goodhearted people, you just never know with thousands of people in one place. WATER SHOES as some shore excursions do not allow crocs/flip flops (e.g. zip lining). WATERPROOF PHONE CASES WITH LANYARD for river tubing, snorkeling, kayaking, etc. And last but not least!!!!! SNORKELING GEAR!!!!!!! We had to use the reused ones they provided on the yacht and I'm sure they soak them in a bleach solution but I was quite disgusted putting my mouth on the same equipment thousands of others had. YUCK!!! lol.
I always bring a small flashlight and since Covid, I carry my own pen to use for signing receipts and during trivia, etc.
@@handieguy smart idea
I use a small flashlight as my motion light for finding the bathroom!
I also bring stuff for the staff. We have Philipino markets by me and knowing many crew come from there, I bring stuff that reminds them of home like tamarind candy and soup mix. I was told the soup mix is used as seasoning. The crew can get homesick so they have told me that really helps.
@@KayeReshaw nice idea
We always bring binoculars. There are so many cool birds and sea life you can find. The white noise I use a phone app but I also bring a fan which works like white noise
I have just started bringing a satin pillow case. I use one at home, and it just feels so nice!
me too
For longer cruises that you need to wash your clothes halfway through, 2 weeks or more, instead of bringing up some laundry soap bring flat little laundry sheets. These are practically weightless and so easy to use. Also, here's another use for magnetic hooks, for hanging and drying your clothes overnight.
California Linda shares after cruising for more than 20 years I never use a lanyard, I fly and cruise carry-on (21 inch and a back pack) for both international and domestic flights and do not use air tags or tiles, and I do not use towel clips or towel bands, straws or a🎉🎉 white noise machine. I also make a stop at the local Bath and Body store for a pump bottle of soap - no more messy soap bar, and a small bottle brush with a small amount of soap detergent to wash out my water bottle and coffee mug. We are so proud of your ability to overcome "flight anxiety." With the exception of the above-mentioned items ... we pack it all. Great video for everyone, new and seasoned alike. 👍🎉
@@linda319 thanks for sharing this & thanks for your support Linda!
You obviously sit in the front of the plane then or only fly on larger planes. I had to make an emergency trip cross country last weekend and had to have my carry on checked. I still had my air tag in the carry on from our cruise earlier this year. That little gizmo literally saved my @$$ going and coming. If you are on small planes that won't accommodate full size carry ons you will have to check your bag. When I reached my destination I got a text from United saying that my carry on had not made it and I went into full meltdown mode because this was everything. Once I connected to the airport's wifi I checked the tag and it popped up showing the bag had made it to Tennessee. Crisis averted. If it weren't for the air tag I would have left the airport without my bag and having no idea where it was. As far as I'm concerned that thing has paid for itself multiple times.
So instead of a purse you used your backpack and they let you take the carry on suitcase?
@@cesalkin Yes they will do this but if you carry a purse in addition to your backpack MAKE SURE your purse will fit inside your backpack. They consider a purse (even a belt bag) as your personal item. I learned that one a few years ago. So I never over pack my personal item to the point that I can get a small bag in it.
Definitely bring my own travel straws! I have been on a few cruises and one must have are wet/dry bags. They are great for any clothing/swimsuits that gets wet and for water shoes-much better than ziploc bags for me.
Great tip!
Have to agree with #1 the magnet hooks! I use many of the other things listed for travel in general, but the item unique to cruising would be the magnet hooks. Our next cruise is a Christmas cruise so bringing extras to hang our stockkngs’
@@joanneh4803 love that!
My real life preserver-100 SPF. light weigh, non-greasy sunscreen (melanoma survivor here), baby wipes, solid shampoo/conditioner, a large garbage bag for dirty clothes, audible and kindle books downloaded into phone and a battery charger w/cords!
What about stomach meds. Eating more than usual ,different foods. Be prepared for compfort
We always bring an eyeglass repair kit, glue to pop a dental cap back on, a solid air freshener such as 'California Scents', 13 gallon trash bags for dirty laundry and a travel size roll of toilet paper (they come in a plastic container.) Happy Cruising!
@@vafllmt9009 great additions
Please do make the video on how to fly more comfortably. You can make your own downy spray. Not only is it almost free to make, but you can take as much or as little as you want. The recipe is 1 part liquid Downey to anywhere between 10 and 15 times the water (depends on how strong you want to make it). Take the bottle with just the Downey to the ship. Once aboard add the water to your liking. When you're ready to go home you can dump the leftovers down the drain.
@@maverickspirit208 thanks for sharing this
Our cruise suitcases look like a who’s who of Ilana from Life Well Traveled suggested it! 😊❤
@@QueenSuperJ omg too funny 😂
Blue light penlight to check for bedbugs
Bedbug spray
Crystallized ginger pieces for nausea
Liquid bandaid
Alcohol swabs
I'm a seasoned cruiser
@@daisymae3929 I hadn’t thought of the blue light! Thanks for sharing your list 🙌
Never thought of bedbug spray! Have you ever had any experience finding any on a cruise?
I pack most of the items you have suggested, including my Reese's peanut Butter cups (an essential!). I now also pack my satin pillowcase, put it on one of the pillows and then put their case over top, taking it off to sleep. It really does prevent facial creases in the morning and your hair also survives the night. And I have started packing my annual mahjong card so I can play on sea days. Princess has the games and I enjoyed playing with two lovely new friends on a cruise to Hawaii with lots of sea days.
My list also includes: 1. Diarrhea pills, 2. Safety pins, 3. Rubber bands, 4.One-time use/disposable rain poncho.
I literally have Imodium in every bag I own; purse, travel bags, in my car, everywhere!!!!
What works well for us cruising for a night light…… is a kitchen under cabinet light
12 inch( motion sensor) LED rechargeable and magnetic( light weight/ set of 2 for $9.99 from Amazon)
I like to put near the floor so when I get up during the night ….my path is lit…
@@jeannebrinkman8889 great! Thanks for sharing
That's what I bring to put in the bathroom. I just pop the bar out from under a cabinet and good to go.
I make a hygiene kit that includes toilet paper, paper towels, small pack of paper soap sheets, and hand sanitizer. Started doing this when in Mexico the bathrooms didn't have anything in there. Works great.
@@carolynboyce3079 smart!
For dirty laundry - what also works, in your pre-cruise hotel, take the plastic laundry bag from your hotel room and use that for dirties. That way they are clearly separated by plastic when you back up to go home. Take that bag and drop it in the laundry room when you get home. Easy peasy - no additional cost!
I keep a motel plastic bag in each suitcase also. They're really handy.
We use the small zip lock bags for everything especially snacks - day trips or just to pop snacks in the mini fridge for a midnight snack without having to leave our cabin. Also, thank you note cards for crew, sticky notes for our cabin, highlighter for our "Fun Times" planning and decorations for our door!
In addition to the magnet hooks I also bring magnetic clips to hold shore excursion tickets and the daily planner. It helps to keep countertops neat! Love your advice! 🚢🛳️🌴❤
Just another tip I recently used on our cruise a month ago is getting one of those foldable canvas bins from the dollar store to throw all of the miscellaneous items in to keep the counter clean. We were in an interior room and I really feel like it helped a lot! :)
Great tips as always!!❤ One thing we’re planning to use instead of ziplock bags are the plastic bags with seals that some of our Amazon purchases (especially clothing) have come in.
@@annasanders1977 smart way to reuse
I would be careful to not place food in them.
We took some reusable zipper bags we got from Amazon for food items.
@@julieb7882 good point! I was just thinking of putting stuff like toiletries or wet bathing suits in them 👍😊
Be careful with wet stuff too. I've found small holes in many of my Amazon bags.
Once again, what an awesome channel to watch before a cruise!! We are going on our second cruise this November and we are rewatching a lot of these videos to help us prepare. Thanks again for putting in the work to produce this content, it's great and my whole family watches.
So glad my videos are helpful as you plan! Have an amazing family cruise 🎉
I'm going on independence in less than 2 weeks! Enjoy yours!
I use an app on my phone for my sound machine. There are all sorts of ones to choose from so no need to bring anything extra. I also always bring an organizer for my passport and other paperwork so it will be in one place and easy to find in my bag.
I also will now bring a device that will find hidden cameras…just sayin! lol
@@cindylynch9266 that’s awesome!! I should try that app
@@cindylynch9266 omg let’s hope we never need it 😬😂
I use that also! Great app!
A hat with a large brim!
@@Charlene529 🏖️👏
First time traveling with grandkids the youngest was still in diapers...so I brought along a roll of the doggie bags we use when walking the dog. Easy to use, tie up and dispose. Could be used for fem products and toilet wipes too if needed.
@@LeslieB-ln2cruising smart
I've started brining a small thermal water bottle. I'll get a face cloth wet and put it in a zip lock bag. Then I'll put ice in the water bottle and put the zip lock bag in it. Then when we go into the ports I'll have a nice cool cloth when it gets too hot.
@@osgoodehuskies1 what a great idea
First time cruiser here! Your videos have been my go to in preparation for my New Zealand cruise in November 🎉 besides all these wonderful items i have also been thinking about packing card games, pencils and colouring books and even some needle craft to keep my hands busy!
@@elizapowell7262 great ideas
Luggage tag holders is the first thing I prepare before going on a cruise
I always bring a swim suit, but I can't remember the last time I used it on the ship. Off the ship, it's used for snorkeling.. We bring laundry soap in a dry sheet form. It's way more convenient for us than pods or liquid and in a smaller form factor.
Re: flying, a video would be interesting. We bring a foldable 5"x 8" plastic sheet that serves as a clip for our mobile phone or tablet.
We almost always bring a door decoration and on longer cruises, a regular calendar, and a digital thermometer. We're cruising this Nov-Dec, so an ADVENT calendar will be along. For a night light one of the inexpensive faux candles also works well for some minimal light.
Recently we have been bringing flavored water enhancer in an effort to reduce soda consumption. It's worked well.
We're veteran cruisers with over 1,000 days at sea.
For sunny cruise location instead of aloe vera to sooth a sunburn I’d bring preparation H, for minor burns it really it great !
Seasoned cruiser but always learning from you and your videos
I always bring all these same items on a cruise makes me so happy and I feel prepared 👻👻🤎🧡🎃🍂❤️❤️❤️🍂👻👻👻🤎👻🎃🎃🎃🛳️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🛳️🍂🎃👻🤎🧡❤️❤️🖤🧡🍂🍂🍂🍃🍃🎃🛳️🛳️🤎
I use all that you’ve suggested. Thanks for the reminder. Cartons not bottles of water are allowed as long as it’s the correct ounce per carton.
I bring a mini bottle of dish detergent to wash water bottles/straws and mini laundry detergent to rinse bathing suits.A small bottle of seasoning to add to cruise food. Target carry a large variety of mini travel necessities. My first aid kit has over the counter medications but also a prescription of Broad spectrum antibiotics just incase. Sunvisor for on the ship and port. A non cellular watch is a must to stay on ship time.
I always bring a back scratcher! I have this spot on my back………. Great video!
Love the magnetic hooks!
Also, the toilet paper is a wonderful idea. I have hand soap and a small wash cloth from Daiso, as I have found that in Mexico, I may not find supplies in the restrooms. I learned in Europe to use hand sanitizer with me in the bathroom to clean the seat.
I love your channel-thanks for all the great content! One travel essential I never leave home without (aftera trip to Disneyland) is a small inexpensive magnetic charger or MagSafe charger. When at the pool or beach, our phones sometimes get slightly damp, which prevents them from charging with a regular cable until they dry out. The magnetic charger solves this problem. Thanks again.
I take arm sleeves and something for neck to limit the amount of sun. They take up very little room, can carry in your pocket. Good for Northerners go to Caribbean in January or February
My fiance and I are leaving for our first cruise together in 26 days! It will be his first cruise and my 10th! We’re both so excited and have been watching your videos in anticipation of our trip. Thank you for the content that you provide!
@@kellyeller that’s so exciting!!
Yes, do a video on air travel before a cruise. Love you videos.
I’ve been thinking about that. Glad to hear there’s interest!
Neck fan is a must and also if you're a reader at night, a neck light. Lighting in rooms are terrible for reading. I'll be going on my 5th cruise in a couple of weeks.
Always a pleasure to watch your videos! Last cruise I brought my blow-dryer but I won't do it next time. I just find more convenient to tie my hair after washing it.
That's a great idea! Lol I should do this more
I and my husband just went on our first cruise at the beginning of September. One thing that I brought that I won't ever travel without again is liquid (foaming) hand soap. Amazon sells clear 3 oz plastic (reusable) foaming hand soap dispensers. I DESPISE soap bars, so this was a much better alternative!
Awesome! Thanks for sharing this
I have those bottles and was thinking about trying another commenter’s tip about using the cabins’ shower soap in it instead of filling it prior to the cruise, although I usually like to fill it with Dr. Bronners’ soap lol
I love my metal water bottle holder with a sling. This also contains a couple pockets for putting in cards/cash, glasses, earbuds, lip balm, etc. this way I have everything I would want to use throughout the day without having to go back to my cabin to retrieve anything.
Definitely individual electrolyte packets like LMNT for the Caribbean cruises 😊
Instead of poo-poori which I use at home, I will bring a disposable air freshener for the bathroom as it will last 2 weeks which is how long we usually cruise. Thanks for sharing!
7:24 you definitely want to get the apple AirTags. my last cruise my cousins bag said it was at the airport that we were at because of the AirTag and it did not come out on the conveyor belt, so my aunt was talking to workers at the airport and they were claiming they did not have the bag. So my aunt decided to ring the apple AirTag that was in the bag that was missing and sure enough they had it sitting in the room over.
@@crazycalee4706 wow!! So many stories just like this. I think it’s really a must these days
I've collected so many cruise travel items that there is no longer room in my suitcase for clothes! Guess I'll just have to cruise naked -LOL!
Going on Sun, Princess end of November I’m taking plenty of wipes for hands near elevators and the touchscreens. I find that that could be the most important place to catch germs and yet ships don’t have them especially those touch screens.
Also, how many people ever wipe their phones?
@@carolcrawford5831 😂
Going on my third cruise in February 2025. So I’m still learning about cruise tips and essentials. But I did find cool little zip up bags on Amazon, that have fun saying on them! Like: all my charging stuff, or travel snacks… super cute and fun!
Hi Ilana! Just got off an NCL Joy cruise to Bermuda. Brought that nonsticky aloe you recommended and it was a lifesaver. Also, I found a small fan on Amazon that can be handheld, handle folds to rest on a desk/night stand and has magnets to just stick up on the wall near the bed. It also had a dimable light to use as a nightlight built in. My new favorite cruise find
Are you able to share a link to this fan? It sounds fab 😃
@@daylasimeone336 wow! Thanks for sharing both!!
I have a bag for first aid, labeled First aid and a OTC med bag, also labeled as such, for travel sizes of everything I always have in my house. It's come in handy SO much, for either us or if friends are in the cruise and they needed something. Including "natural" stuff for gas, heartburn, stomach issues. Ginger pills, papaya enzymes, green tea etc. now even cranberry pills for urinary trac issues because my daughter in love needed it on our family cruise and they wanted to charge her like $5 per pill in medical.
Yes I agree with the candy straws, we use silicone straws and have a cleaning brush. Use them at home also.
My husband uses a fan ALWAYS, I prefer the noise of the ship navigation channel. Just a slight noise to help me sleep. I can do without the fan noise.
Thanks for sharing! Super helpful 😊
I always prep a large gallon sized baggie full of medicine and remedies for travel. It can come in so handy! Can you explain what the papaya enzymes are for?
Thank you so much! These tips are so very helpful. Btw - that blue you are wearing, is definitely your color!
In our recent cruise, one piece of the luggage was “missing”, but it turns out it was a free doors down. AirTag helped me noticed the problem.
Home 2 or 3 ply TP will make blockages in Ship's sewage system.
Yes you’re right, for travel (like in ports & pre cruise), not on the ship
I made my I have pins in it and white and black threads and needles also some small zip ties, small scissors ,I put it all in a zippered pencil case I got at the Dollar Store. I also made a pouch for first aid items, we use the sea sick patches when needed. I find they work really well and you just stick it on your tummy lasts about 2 days. Never leave without extra glasses.
Great to always review these lists especially when our cruise is in 5 days!!!!! 🎉 Can I get a woo hoo Ilana?!
I have to always have my workout gloves and head/ear covers for those cold and windy sea days.
@@cindyt987 woohoo 🛳️🎉👏!! have an amazing cruise & thanks for sharing!
Water shoes and the absorbent towel for beach. Sunscreen. Lip balm with sunscreen. Towels on cruise ship is too thick to put in my beach bag.
Thanks for sharing this
Love your videos! So many ideas that I've used. One thing I found to use are extra small trash bags for disposing personal items. Although the room steward provides paper ones, I need more and hate to ask for more, I also use a "smallish" toiletry bag as my OTC medications/ first aid kit. I keep it stocked for my next trip, check it frequently for outdated items. I only have to add my prescriptions when it's time leave.
@@56mastercarol good addition
I’ve decided to carry a copy of my prescription meds so if the dog alerts, I have proof of what each medication in my possession is.
I found a dual voltage, travel hot air brush. I love it. Much smaller than my home device and the case is big enough to carry my combs as well.
Oh that sounds like a great find! My blower brush is so huge smh
Hi Ilana!
I take many of the itens you mentioned but I never forget my Laundry hangers!
They are great for drying clothes and underware in the cabin or bathroom!
The fold up laundry hamper is great to bring & so compact! Dollar tree previously carried them but I haven’t seen it for a long time so I don’t believe they carry them anymore.
I pack an empty pump hand soap bottle and fill it when I arrive with the multi purpose liquid soap they provide in the cruise cabin showers. I use it for the bathroom sink on cruises then just toss when our cruise is over. I don’t like the messy bar soap on the sink. Thanks Ilana! My friends are always amazed at all the great hacks I have when traveling thanks to you. MAGNET HOOKS the Holy Grail. Tide stain stick always a must for any traveling as well. Safe travels❤️🛳️
Water shoes for most travel. I am not good with flip flops and the water shoes can double as slippers.
Good idea
Royal Caribbean will allow water to be brought on ship. Guests may also bring non-alcoholic beverages as carry-on items on boarding day. Non-alcoholic beverages may not exceed 12 standard (17 oz.) cans, bottles or cartons per stateroom.
Thanks for sharing this
Yes to the flying video. All tips and tricks are appreciated
The toilet paper tip - great idea! I will definitely use that on our next trip.
I do this along with some baby wet wipes especially on store excursions where bathroom attendants ration TP.
I found it interesting the order of the items people found important. I do have and take these items with me and agree they are pretty essential. I use my phone for white noise on an app. Works well for me. Thanks for always giving us such great advice.
Glad you enjoyed it. I think I’m going to have to try that app
Gràcies por tus buenos consejos, intento seguirlos. Por cierto, compré paquetes con dos imanes de gancho que van muy bien, en el Dòlar Tree, y otras tiendss de 1$ en LA. Estoy contenta con su resultado y ya lis he usado en un crucero. Por si a alguien l'e resulta útil. Gracias Ilana 😊😊
I would love to see a video about flying tips!
YES Ilana!! I would LOVE to see a combo flight/ cruise hack video!! Have an upcoming sole cruise leaving from San Juan.
@@marlamoss1302 fabulous! Working on it 👏
In addition to the magnet hooks I also bring magnetic clips to holt shore excursion tickets and the daily planner. It helps to keep countertops neat! Love your advice! 🚢🛳️🌴❤
Never travel without Downy Wrinkle releaser anywhere, even with irons. Fast and easy. for sure. I do bring twizzlers for my sister ( laughed when you said licorice) and she brings bars that can only get in her province for me. Glasses repair kit- aka the wee screwdriver and screws. Must get some organic aloe vera to try , I always bring reg. walmart kind.
Thanks for sharing! My personal favorite is nibs 😂
I bring most of the items you recommended but the one thing that saved our trip was Babelio travel noise machines! These are great for a partner who snores! Mine came in a 2-pack and used both! I charged them during the day and were ready for bedtime! 😊
A few comments from an experienced cruiser: 1. ALWAYS bring TP on your excursions. A paperless women's bathroom in the El Yunque rainforest on Puerto Rice taught me that lesson. 2. I purchased the rechargeable black fan that you recommended never envisioning I would be using it through hurricane Milton. That thing has enough juice to produce a nice breeze all night long! It will now go between my cruise bag and my hurricane kit! 3. I took a retirement cruise in 2016. My "Aunt Flo" had not visited since 2013. Imagine my surprise when she made an appearance on the first day of my cruise! No advise here just a funny memory that surfaced when you mentioned feminine products which, of course, I didn't have. Problem solved $13 later from the sundreys shop. 4. I was told that the new Sun Princess does not have the hydration stations at the buffet like ALL other Princess ships do. So, I ordered 2 cases of water at $24 EACH to be in my cabin when I arrive. I'll have my room attendant keep my ice bucket full and that will allow me to keep my 40 ounce stainless steel bottle full for my 2 week BTB cruise next month. Keep producing these great videos, Iliana!
Thanks for sharing! lol definitely a reason to now remember TP 😂. Sun Princess now has water pitchers on tables in the buffet and had water stations at the pool deck, however your own bottles might be easier :)
@@LifeWellCruisedyes Princess has tripled the cost of that case of bottled water!
Love your channel! I bring a box of covid tests, a thermometer and some Tylenol cold and flu. I’ve yet to be on a cruise where covid didn’t surface. I just want to know if I have it or if I have a cold or the flu. Saves me a trip to the ship doctor for that expensive visit.
@@bonniephelps9481 thanks for sharing this one
Ive only done one cruise and one coming up. Thanks for the great info.
I always have handiwipes or small squeeze bottle of hand sanitizer in my purse.
(Added Nov. 15, ‘24)
I use my Owala water bottle that has a built in straw. Keeps the ice from watering down my drinks, too. Pen, highliter to mark schedule, and sticky notes for messages to husband, steward and others. Magnetic clips for papers, excursion tickets and a calendar page that lists ports, excursions, dinner reservations, etc. After dragging heavy cruise ship towels on dozens of excursions, I'm now taking lightweight "sand" towels. A watch that stays on ship time. Noise cancelling head phones. Books and movies downloaded on phone and/or tablet. If it's a long cruise (12+) a shoe holder for wall.
Great to know
If you fly in the day before and stay at a hotel see if there's a Walmart nearby ( sometimes the hotel will shuttle you there and back for free) then you can purchase things like soda (other canned beverages), aloe vera gel, sunblock, wrinkle spray etc and not have to fly with them. I have found that things like aloe vera are actually quite a bit cheaper in the full size bottle than the smaller size and if you don't end up using it you can just leave it for your room attendant or the next guest ❤️
@@heatherclendenin5042 great ideas
I don’t pack a hamper. Instead I fold back up/roll up the dirty clothes and put them back in the empty packing cubes. That makes last night packing super easy. I just put the full packing cubes back in my suitcase and everything fits just fine.
I took a couple of pillowcases with us for our dirty socks/underwear, and then I packed the clean clothes we had left over in the packing cubes and then folded/rolled the dirty ones around the cubes, it was the first time I used packing cubes and it worked quite well!
I’d like to see your take on flying. We’ll be going to Alaska next September and are fairly sure we won’t be carryon only. I’d love to know how different cruise prep is for different locations.
Another great video thank you! I would love to see you do a video on flights.
@@kellyflanagan7632 really appreciate yours & other comments. I’ve been debating if there would be enough interest, so I’m glad to hear it would be a good one for some people
I bring Coghlan's Packable Camp Toilet Tissue, its biodegradable which is a benefit for some countries, the packaging is about the same as travel facial tissues and it doesn't take up much space in your purse or backpack. Its available at REI (in the US), Amazon and other sporting goods stores.
Great addition! Thanks for sharing
It’s funny that this says it’s item that needed for a cruise. But I didn’t start cruising till 2021. But all my travels before 2021 had most of these as well. These are smart things just to have when you travel.
On Disney cruises, you can bring a case of water a case of pop I believe it has to be in plastic bottles and stuff like that. The only caveat is you have to carry it on and it has to be like the size of a carry-on bag type thing it can’t be like 12 cases of water.
One I really don’t bring on trips that I bring on cruises would be the magnetic hooks. Alarm clocks that are sunlight.
Thank you for these excellent tips. I have several items but I’ve made notes of a few more to get. Love that aloe Vera is not in a small size.
Thank Llanna! Your like having the wife I don’t have to take along! On a serious note, I appreciate the links to ball that helpful stuff I would never think of.
We bring laundry detergent sheets in case we need to hand wash something so much better than the liquid stuff. Thanks for all or tips and ideas. You do an awesome job!!
I love airplane travel hacks! I’d love for you to share your wisdom!
I always bring ear plugs not only for my husbands snoring but any noise issues on the ship as well.
I have the same problem. I have found silicone ear plugs work great.
yes, please make a video on 'travel anxiety' and 'flight anxiety' tips to overcome - thanks!
I’m looking forward to the packing of all these items and your clothes into a suitcase
@@lindabourketempleton4040 great! Coming soon
Iphone “stand by mode” is the perfect travel clock and a portable Bluetooth speaker for music while you are getting ready and it can double as a “white sound” machine (download different nature sound files)