Thank you for your videos - always helpful and great fun to watch. Packing challenge carry-on accepted! I will embark Norwegian Jewel on 10 Oct 2024 for a 9 day Alaska cruise - so excited. As I will have only 2 hours between international arrival at LAX and connecting flight to Seattle, I decided to fly only with carry-on luggage. So, as I'm a bit of over-planning person 😅 (half a year before cruising), I've just checked out, how and what to pack. Before moving from Europe to South Pacific I was engaged in equestrian sports - so I'm experienced in layering and I still have here some light/warm clothing (for visiting Europe in winter - missing snow). So, my rain jacket - easily worn over light fleece zipper jackets, of which I will have two with me - can be packed in itself and easily wrapped around my waist, but there is even enough space in my carry-on. I will wear my ultra-light puffer jacket (also packable in itself) when travelling. And for rainy days and to save space in luggage, I've got 100% silicone waterproof and anti-slippery shoe covers, which perfectly match with my sport shoes. They can be found in internet or sport shops (many colours available). I've found my orange covers for example in proshop at golf course. And because of my light layering clothes there is even space for two long blouses and my traditional polynesian long dress (incl. light flat sandals) in my carry-on. Due to my loyalty status with Norwegian I get a free laundry bag 😁, so it makes it really easier packing carry-on and personal item (larger ultralight college bag). Result: Carry-on 15,5 lbs and personal item 5 lbs. Mission completed! 😁😁 Greetings from Moorea (sister island of Tahiti) in French-Polynesia 😎🌴 🏖🇵🇫🇫🇷🇪🇺
I always pack carry-on only. It doesn't matter where we are going, how long we'll be there or what season we are traveling in. Its kinda a little bit of an obsession and a little bit of science. Lol
Very exciting beginning to this episode! Great suggestions once again. When traveling light with carry-on only, I think the most important thing is to bring a good mood, curiosity, and a sense of adventure, wherever you go. These hardly take up any space in your luggage but they certainly expand your enjoyment of the trip! 😃
Yes! I've been doing laundry on cruises since I learned they were available! Reduces the amount to take. Throw the dirty in the washer before showering for dinner. Toss items in the dryer before doing hair and makeup. I don't want to spend my first day back home in the laundry room.
we are a family of 3. we planned to pack a carry on only for our June Alaska cruise. And we are first timers lol! But we are determined to do it. Thank you for this video. Good luck to us
In my wildest dreams, I'm going to get brave enough to do carry on only. I'm not a huge over packer. I like to be prepared for every contingency and that's hard to do with carry on only! It has saved us on several occasions.
I just went through my packing list and cut a good 1/4 to 1/3 of the clothes out for all three of us! I keep forgetting we'll be there in the last half of May not the first half so I won't need as much heavy clothing. Might not be carry-on only, but I've definitely reduced the amount 😊
Since I live less than 30 min from our port city, I’ve never been concerned about carry-on only. However, I’ve started to cut back on nonessential items as I travel more. One day I hope to be a carry-on only lady.
We live closest to Vancouver so technically we don't have to worry about packing light. But, we're parking at YVR and taking SkyTrain to Canada Place so we'll have to lug our stuff. Plus we have a 7 year old who will have his own suitcase to manage 😊
I am absolutely determined to pack a carry on only for our trip to Alaska in June (it helps that we are going at time that has some of the best weather). My husband doesn't think I can do it... Challenge accepted!
We are packing carry on for our 2 week cruise followed by a week visit to my brother in BC. Our plan is to do laundry twice on the ship!! Packing will be a challenge.
We are going to try to bring carry on & backpack only for our b2b2b in February! If it works, we will do it for our 14 night Alaska in May. Wish us luck!!!
Wear a washable base layer under your nicer clothes... think Cashmere, Merino or that nice shirt so they can be worn multiple times. I often wear an outfit for dinner only and a few days later wear that same outfit all day for touring. There are lots of ways to extend your wardrobe 😉
Thank you! I am going in July and my goal is carry on only. I am always an over packer so i am thinking of just packing different leggings warm and summer and light layer-able tops and 1 thick fleece zip up & rain jacket and a puffer jacket which shrinks! We are sailing 1st week of July and i am guessing it won’t be as cold but i will not know till i am closer to the trip. Im not doing any rugged excursions. So i think I will be good! 😊 i hope so lol
I always pack carry on only. Often only pack personal item only… did 1 week in the DR with just a personal item and I even brought a wet suit! I always bring older clothing and I just toss them there to bring back souvenirs.
Honestly, I think I could do it for a 7nt cruise. But, for the 14nt we have planned, I'm thinking we'll still be packing in our bigger suitcases, just not for the full 14. After looking at the itinerary, we'd probably have to pack for 8 days and then do laundry.
Does it count if I have cut down from a large checked suitcase to a medium sized checked suitcase? The carry on bag is for my allowed allotment of wine and non alcoholic beverages.
I wish I could pack lighter but my husband is tall and large, we normally take three large suitcases but 2 carry ons each. Been to Alaska four times going on my 5th this coming May.
Challenge accepted, due to the fact I will have to lug my luggage down and up the stairs to my 2nd floor apartment (no elevator/escalator/ramp), and possibly up and down some stairs for public transit (escalator only runs in one direction). Those of you who pack more, be grateful you have generous helpers for your luggage at every step of the way.
I've found small packets of Tide at both Target and Walmart. These are usually located with all of the travel sizes in bins. Also, I have purchased detergent sheets on Amazon. These are flat sheets. One brand is called Wash-Eze. Have used this brand and liked it. Do a search on Amazon for detergent sheets to see various brands. If you're doing carry on only, the sheets are better since not a liquid.
Hi! I’ve read that if you go with a tour group they will supply hiking gear. If you have water proof trail shoes you might be okay. Just keep in mind parts of Alaska are a rain forest so it’s going to be wet. Have so much fun! 😊
We have no other option because I don’t want to pay luggage fees. Hehe. I think with the luggage we have we can do it. Going to try as many tips as I have learned I can use.
I did a European river cruise 2 years ago and watched a lot of videos about doing carry on only for that. I wanted to but just couldn't get myself down that light. LOL! A friend just booked her & I to Alaska for Sept 2022 so I am going to attempt my quest again. Thanks for your tips on this!
Nope sorry! I like this video but not for my family. We love to dress up for semi casual and formal night. And I don’t have a problem using the laundromat onboard or sending it to be taken care off, with Princess we are Elite members so it’s free with other cruise lines then I do use the machines specially on longer cruises than 7 days. I have been traveling with my girls since they were 1 year old and kids do use clothes now they are old enough to do their on laundry, but no biggy I am ok plus my husband always helped.
This video series is getting me amped for Alaska 2021.
Thank you for your videos - always helpful and great fun to watch.
Packing challenge carry-on accepted!
I will embark Norwegian Jewel on 10 Oct 2024 for a 9 day Alaska cruise - so excited. As I will have only 2 hours between international arrival at LAX and connecting flight to Seattle, I decided to fly only with carry-on luggage. So, as I'm a bit of over-planning person 😅 (half a year before cruising), I've just checked out, how and what to pack.
Before moving from Europe to South Pacific I was engaged in equestrian sports - so I'm experienced in layering and I still have here some light/warm clothing (for visiting Europe in winter - missing snow). So, my rain jacket - easily worn over light fleece zipper jackets, of which I will have two with me - can be packed in itself and easily wrapped around my waist, but there is even enough space in my carry-on. I will wear my ultra-light puffer jacket (also packable in itself) when travelling. And for rainy days and to save space in luggage, I've got 100% silicone waterproof and anti-slippery shoe covers, which perfectly match with my sport shoes. They can be found in internet or sport shops (many colours available). I've found my orange covers for example in proshop at golf course. And because of my light layering clothes there is even space for two long blouses and my traditional polynesian long dress (incl. light flat sandals) in my carry-on.
Due to my loyalty status with Norwegian I get a free laundry bag 😁, so it makes it really easier packing carry-on and personal item (larger ultralight college bag).
Result: Carry-on 15,5 lbs and personal item 5 lbs.
Mission completed! 😁😁
Greetings from Moorea (sister island of Tahiti) in French-Polynesia 😎🌴 🏖🇵🇫🇫🇷🇪🇺
I always pack carry-on only. It doesn't matter where we are going, how long we'll be there or what season we are traveling in. Its kinda a little bit of an obsession and a little bit of science. Lol
Very exciting beginning to this episode! Great suggestions once again. When traveling light with carry-on only, I think the most important thing is to bring a good mood, curiosity, and a sense of adventure, wherever you go. These hardly take up any space in your luggage but they certainly expand your enjoyment of the trip! 😃
"Good morning, Mr. Phelps" :) The intro totally had the Mission Impossible feel to it. :)
ha ha! loved the intro and the 'throwback Sheri' at the end! fun!
I plan on only taking a backpack for a 10 day cruise to Alaska. I intend to do laundry on the ship one day.
Yes! I've been doing laundry on cruises since I learned they were available! Reduces the amount to take. Throw the dirty in the washer before showering for dinner. Toss items in the dryer before doing hair and makeup. I don't want to spend my first day back home in the laundry room.
Great tips!!
we are a family of 3. we planned to pack a carry on only for our June Alaska cruise. And we are first timers lol! But we are determined to do it. Thank you for this video. Good luck to us
Laundry will be my friend on our 14nt! I'm still packing enough for 8nts because our itinerary isn't great for doing laundry. Thanks Sheri!
In my wildest dreams, I'm going to get brave enough to do carry on only. I'm not a huge over packer. I like to be prepared for every contingency and that's hard to do with carry on only! It has saved us on several occasions.
We concur
I just went through my packing list and cut a good 1/4 to 1/3 of the clothes out for all three of us! I keep forgetting we'll be there in the last half of May not the first half so I won't need as much heavy clothing. Might not be carry-on only, but I've definitely reduced the amount 😊
Since I live less than 30 min from our port city, I’ve never been concerned about carry-on only. However, I’ve started to cut back on nonessential items as I travel more. One day I hope to be a carry-on only lady.
We live closest to Vancouver so technically we don't have to worry about packing light. But, we're parking at YVR and taking SkyTrain to Canada Place so we'll have to lug our stuff. Plus we have a 7 year old who will have his own suitcase to manage 😊
Shoes...you know you can dangle a pair from the outside of your personal item, right? ;)
I did carry on for my Vegas trip a year ago. But think we will be checking luggage for our flights to Vancouver.
I am absolutely determined to pack a carry on only for our trip to Alaska in June (it helps that we are going at time that has some of the best weather). My husband doesn't think I can do it... Challenge accepted!
Have a great cruise Kari 😁
Tip 1 pretty good... back packs are very versatile💪🏻
We are packing carry on for our 2 week cruise followed by a week visit to my brother in BC. Our plan is to do laundry twice on the ship!! Packing will be a challenge.
We are going to try to bring carry on & backpack only for our b2b2b in February! If it works, we will do it for our 14 night Alaska in May. Wish us luck!!!
Wear a washable base layer under your nicer clothes... think Cashmere, Merino or that nice shirt so they can be worn multiple times.
I often wear an outfit for dinner only and a few days later wear that same outfit all day for touring. There are lots of ways to extend your wardrobe 😉
If you don't venture north of Ketchikan, it's easier to go carry-on only. Not cold enough for glaciers there, so you can pack for Seattle.
Thank you! I am going in July and my goal is carry on only. I am always an over packer so i am thinking of just packing different leggings warm and summer and light layer-able tops and 1 thick fleece zip up & rain jacket and a puffer jacket which shrinks! We are sailing 1st week of July and i am guessing it won’t be as cold but i will not know till i am closer to the trip. Im not doing any rugged excursions. So i think I will be good! 😊 i hope so lol
You can do it!
I always pack carry on only. Often only pack personal item only… did 1 week in the DR with just a personal item and I even brought a wet suit! I always bring older clothing and I just toss them there to bring back souvenirs.
Going to try and do this for my Alaskan cruise for May next year!
How many times did you have to record the intro? Looked like you were going to burst into laughter the whole time! 🤣
Honestly, I think I could do it for a 7nt cruise. But, for the 14nt we have planned, I'm thinking we'll still be packing in our bigger suitcases, just not for the full 14. After looking at the itinerary, we'd probably have to pack for 8 days and then do laundry.
My goal will be to do this but not a must.if I don't Thank you for the tips though. I think I can scale back some of what i thought I would pack
Does it count if I have cut down from a large checked suitcase to a medium sized checked suitcase?
The carry on bag is for my allowed allotment of wine and non alcoholic beverages.
I wish I could pack lighter but my husband is tall and large, we normally take three large suitcases but 2 carry ons each. Been to Alaska four times going on my 5th this coming May.
What line? I’m going to Alaska in May.
@@kennyingersoll9083 Royal Mat 17
That’s awesome. NCL May 1st for us.
@@kennyingersoll9083 have you been there before?
@@cherylrucinski1386 We have not. This will be our first time.
Jackets = layer! Cool
Challenge accepted, due to the fact I will have to lug my luggage down and up the stairs to my 2nd floor apartment (no elevator/escalator/ramp), and possibly up and down some stairs for public transit (escalator only runs in one direction). Those of you who pack more, be grateful you have generous helpers for your luggage at every step of the way.
Hi! Is there a link to that crossbody? Thanks!
I’m getting stressed about my packing for cruise in june
Que linda persona eres, me encanto cuando dijiste; tip numero uno😅te entendi muy bien😅
Our ship has send out laundry only so it will be a checked bag also
Love the laundry idea but what about the soap?
I've found small packets of Tide at both Target and Walmart. These are usually located with all of the travel sizes in bins. Also, I have purchased detergent sheets on Amazon. These are flat sheets. One brand is called Wash-Eze. Have used this brand and liked it. Do a search on Amazon for detergent sheets to see various brands. If you're doing carry on only, the sheets are better since not a liquid.
I take tide pods and dryer sheets
Good video sorry but I am a over packer
Are sneakers sufficient for glacier hiking etc or would short cuff boots work instead?
Hi! I’ve read that if you go with a tour group they will supply hiking gear. If you have water proof trail shoes you might be okay. Just keep in mind parts of Alaska are a rain forest so it’s going to be wet. Have so much fun! 😊
A hiking book with a little tread might be nice if they don’t provide trekking boots for ya!
We have no other option because I don’t want to pay luggage fees. Hehe. I think with the luggage we have we can do it. Going to try as many tips as I have learned I can use.
Fly with southwest and the luggage is free, if they have flights from your destination to the arrival city or country.
I can pack like world class! hehe
This , thank you this is me
I agree do a little laundry.
I did a European river cruise 2 years ago and watched a lot of videos about doing carry on only for that. I wanted to but just couldn't get myself down that light. LOL!
A friend just booked her & I to Alaska for Sept 2022 so I am going to attempt my quest again. Thanks for your tips on this!
Instead of bulky sweatshirts pack merino sweaters that aren’t bulky, super warm and don’t need laundering because they naturally don’t absorb odors.
Lol 1000 degrees in texas I cant see wear jacket I would die
Noooo carry on for me
Shoe tips "solid"!
Best after credit scene since Iron Man
I might wear a shoe that I can throw away!
Nope sorry! I like this video but not for my family. We love to dress up for semi casual and formal night. And I don’t have a problem using the laundromat onboard or sending it to be taken care off, with Princess we are Elite members so it’s free with other cruise lines then I do use the machines specially on longer cruises than 7 days. I have been traveling with my girls since they were 1 year old and kids do use clothes now they are old enough to do their on laundry, but no biggy I am ok plus my husband always helped.