What to pack for a cruise, helpppp.?

Question

i'm going on a cruise to Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, and Cabo San Lucas on July 6-13th

what should i pack?

lists would be very helpful in this situation.

also, i know the obvious. things such as, shorts, swimwear, t-shirts, tank tops-they are all a given.

thank you in advance :]]]

Answer 1

ive never been on a cruise...but i like the travel channel. and on there cruise special. it stressed the point DO NOT OVERPACK. rooms are often cramped enough without a ton of luggage. but for the actual contents take things that are comfortable. and you made need a "fancy" outfit depending on the dining rooms on this cruise.

Answer 2

I am going on my 4th cruise on and it is also on July 6-13 except to the Western Caribbean. It is over my 14 birthday too, July 7th. It is easier for me just to put everything, so I'll put the stuff you know you already have to take.

shorts

tank tops/shirts for during the day

casual wear for dinner-what you would probably wear to a casual restaurant

smart casual wear-a little dressier than casual-maybe what you would wear to church

formal wear-well, it kind of explains itself...i usually wear nice sun dresses

swim suits-pack 1 in your carry-on because you won't be able to access your luggage for a while once you get on board

swim accessories such as goggle and cover up-the pool in salt water, so be prepared

toiletries

sandals/comfortable walking shoes

suscreen-that is a must

ipod/mp3 player

a sweat shirt for air conditioning

walkie talkies because cell phones don't work and so you can keep track of everybody

a watch

there are other things, but those are the only things i can think of off the top of my head.....i know i am forgetting something important, but i can't remember what

Answer 3

electric plug that you can swop to the right amps...otherwise you won't be able to charge your cell/mobile phone

Answer 4

Shorts

tank tops

shirts

swimsuits

(lol)

prescription drugs and any other medications in carry on bag

glasses, contacts, contact cleaner

extra contacts!

extra reading glasses

sunglasses

reading sunglasses

reading material - books to read while on the plane or lounging by the pool

music(mp3/ipod, ect)

journal or notebook and pen/pencil - for making notes to tell your friends back home about your experiences

cell phone and charger (you may not need it!)

sunscreen

beach bag

some 'formal' wear

bras (include strapless if needed for evening wear)

panties

pjs

flip flops

goggles

Also Bring;

travel sized toothpaste

travel sized toothbrush

deodorant

dental floss

make-up

razor and shaving cream

ect.

plus: they usually have towels there.

& have shampoo, soap, and conditor in the room :D

Answer 5

CRUISE TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Travel Documents, Wallet Items, and Paperwork

airline tickets or e-ticket confirmation

cruise documents

passports and visas (if necessary) or proof of citizenship (check with your cruise line for requirements)

vaccination certificate (if required)

driver's license and auto insurance card - in case you decide to rent a car when ashore

medical insurance cards and medical history (especially if traveling alone)

copy of prescriptions and list of all medicines you are taking

another picture ID - if you don't take driver's license

credit cards - be sure to call credit card companies before traveling to alert them you are traveling outside your normal area

ATM card

pre-paid phone card

cash or traveler's checks (be sure to keep traveler's checks receipt in separate location)

3 copies of airline tickets, cruise tickets, passports/visas, itinerary - pack 1 copy in carry on, 1 copy in checked luggage, and leave one copy with someone at home. Alternatively, you can scan the documents and email an electronic copy to yourself so that you can access them from any computer terminal. (I usually do both - "just in case")

contact numbers to report lost/stolen credit cards or traveler's checks

emergency numbers at home

currency conversion chart

wallet and f***y pack

watch - dual time zone watch is perfect!

Reading Material and Necessities

glasses, contacs, contac cleaner

extra reading glasses

sunglasses

reading sunglasses

guidebooks and other port of call information

foreign language phrase book or dictionary

maps

reading material - books to read while on the plane or lounging by the pool

journal or notebook and pen/pencil - for making notes to tell your friends back home about your experiences

business cards with email address to give out to new cruise friends

home and email addresses of friends/relatives back home - for sending postcards, emails, or gifts

photo album

Electronics and Camera Equipment

plug adaptor and converter

cell phone and charger

PDA and charger

laptop computer

binoculars

film camera and manual

extra film (don't put undeveloped film in checked luggage)

disposable underwater camera - for snorkeling or beach days

digital camera and manual

extra memory cards for digital camera

batteries for digital camera

battery charger

extension cord/power strip with multiple plug-ins

walkman and tapes (for walking on deck or on treadmill)

small travel alarm clock - battery operated

lighted dial clock for cruise ship cabin

small flashlight

night light

Medicine Kit

prescription drugs and any other essential medications in carry on bag

ear plugs or "ear planes"

small first aid kit (band aids, Q-tips, vaseline, dramamine, antibiotic cream, bandages, anti-diarrheal medication, cortisone

cream, aspirin/tylenol/advil)

germicidal hand cleaner

handi-wipes (for cleaning hands when ashore)

hand lotion

rubbing alcohol or foot lotion for soothing tired, hot feet

bug spray (not for your cabin on the ship, but for those pesky mosquitoes and "nonos" ashore)

sun screen/sun block and lip sunblock

Other "Necessities"

duct tape or strapping tape

extra plastic cable-lock ties for securing luggage for return trip (better than locks, but one-time use only)

extra luggage name tags (in case yours are lost on the outbound trip)

zip loc bags of all sizes and garbage/laundry bags

corkscrew (be sure to put in checked luggage)

Swiss Army knife or something similar with screwdriver head, etc. (be sure to put in checked luggage)

small umbrella

collapsible travel pillow for those long airplane flights

Crazy glue

playing cards

sports gear (e.g. snorkeling gear)

shoe horn for getting those shoes back on your swollen feet

sewing kit and scissors (pack in checked luggage)

travel-sized Woolite

clothes pins

empty folding tote bag - for souvenirs or the beach

hats/caps/visors

insulated large coffee mugs

Women's Cruise Clothing Packing List

bras (include strapless if needed for evening wear)

panties

lingerie/night gown/pajamas/robe

compression stockings (for airplane flight to prevent swollen ankles)

exercise/walking socks

trouser socks or pantyhose

camisole/slip

purses (day and evening)

belts

scarves

gloves and stocking cap(if expect cold weather)

walking shoes

walking sandals

rubber sandals for reef walking and beach

evening shoes

costume jewelry and extra watch

swim suit

swim suit cover-up/pareo/sarong

thongs/flip flop shoes

work out clothes and jog bra

dress/outfit for informal nights on ship

dress/outfit for formal nights on ship

dress/outfit for casual nights on ship

shorts

tops of all types (sleeveless, short-sleeved, long-sleeved)

capri pants

slacks

windbreaker jacket

sweatshirt

evening sweater

raincoat with hood

Women's Sundries and Miscellaneous

blow dryer

curling iron or curlers

comb/brush

hair gel

hair spray (non-aerosol)

shampoo

conditioner

shower cap

bar soap in plastic container

deodorant

toothbrush

toothpaste

dental floss

mouthwash

tweezers

make-up mirror

make-up and make-up bag(list can be endless!)

make-up remover

cleanser

moisturizer and freshener

nail polish and remover

nail clippers and file (be sure to pack in checked luggage)

razor and shaving cream

Men's Cruise Clothing Packing List

underwear (briefs or boxer shorts)

undershirts

pajamas and robe

compression socks (for airplane flight to prevent swollen ankles)

exercise/walking socks

black dress socks

belts

gloves and stocking cap(if expect cold weather)

walking shoes

walking sandals

rubber sandals/shoes for reef walking and beach

evening or dress shoes

"docksider" casual shoes

tuxedo jacket and pants (or dark suit)

tuxedo tie, suspenders, and cummerbund

tuxedo cufflinks/studs

sport jacket

regular ties

tuxedo shirt

dress shirts

swim suit

swim suit cover-up

work out clothes/T shirts

shorts

casual shirts

slacks (casual and dress)

windbreaker jacket

sweatshirt

raincoat with hood

Men's Sundries and Miscellaneous

comb/brush

shampoo and hair products

bar soap in plastic container

deodorant

toothbrush

toothpaste

dental floss

mouthwash

tweezers

nail clippers and file (be sure to pack in checked luggage)

razor and shaving cream (or electric razor and supplies)

Answer 6

Here's my standard what to pack and how list.  

Always pack your passport and cruise documents in your carry on bag ONLY.  If you think you might want to get into the pools or hot tub as soon as you get on ship (they will be open), bring those clothes in your carry on bag; you other luggage may not get to your cabin until much later in the afternoon.  Other things you may want to take:

-your snorkel equipment if you have it,

-sun glasses and sun screen,  lotions,

-a cap or big hat for the sun,

-a book if you are a reader, and  your music player,

-sneakers and clothes to workout in if you like to use the gym,

-good walking shoes,

-your camera.

After 6:00 PM they request that you wear "sports or resort casual" attire. That's attire that you would expect a person to wear in a business office, (like a bank employee), shirt with a collar, slacks, skirt, blouse, etc.  Don't over pack , take clothes that you can mix and match tops and bottoms and plan to wear each piece twice. Since you are going to the the Mexico ports you will likely be in shorts and/or swim wear most of every day so evening clothes don't usually get much wear.  Pack a couple of outfits for the disco.

Your cruise will have a formal night or two when you can wear your best stuff and get pictures taken.  The formal nights are REQUESTED not required attire. You will not be denied entry to the main dining room if you decide not to dress up, as long as you are at least sports casual.   So decide whether you want to take all of the extra stuff to dress up or just go sports casual.

- Its best to pack using soft-sided luggage because with space limited in your cabin it fits under the beds better if its not hard sided luggage.

- Pack using the vacuum clothing bags (about $20 for 3 at Target) so that you can get more in your bag AND so that if the TSA at the airport opens your bag they can see what's inside without rummaging through your things.

-Take a small carry-on bag for the last night of the cruise. On the last evening you will be required to put your luggage outside your cabin by about 2:00 AM so that they can start taking it down to the lower deck for offloading the next morning. So you will need a small bag for your toiletries and your clothes that you sleep in.

- If you can take a six-pack of bottled water and soft drinks in your carry-on for your cabin. You will have to pay for both on the ship and its nice to have those handy in the cabin.

- If you are taking your cell phone, MP3 player or other item that needs to be plugged in take an extension cord as the plugs in the cabin are generally not in the best places and there are usually only one or two.

- Take a small bottle of hand sanitizer and/or hand-wipes. There are generally sanitizer dispensers at the entrances of restaurants, the buffets and dining room, but some times the are not there or not working. The sanitizer helps prevent the spread of the Norwalk Virus that sometimes occur on cruise ships.

- Take a can of air freshener for your cabin bathroom. The bathrooms do not have exhaust fans.

- Take a few zip lock bags of various sizes; they always come in handy.

- Take some one dollar bills (also maybe a few $5's) for tipping the porters in the airport, at the pier (they do not work for the ship), and they will come in handy in port stops for buying small items in the markets and at vendor stands; especially bartering places.

- Take with you a large cup or mug (preferable with a top that seals) for the free tea, punch, lemonade and juices; the cups provided by the ship are generally kinda small.

- You can get off and on the ship as much as you want in port stops so don't fell pressured to buy tours; you can go if you want on your own.

Answer 7

Find out how many formal nights they will have on the cruise. You will need dressy outfits for those nights. Other than that it is casual although you might like to dress up a bit for dinner. A few dressy tops and skirts will get you through it just fine. Don't worry about it. You are supposed to relax on a cruise.