This will be the first cruise for myself and my 13 year old son. Does anyone have a specific spreadsheet or checklist of things to make sure I take with us?
Thanks.
Here is a list I pulled off the internet..I pared it down a bit.. but, if we all brought all this, we would pay a fortune in baggage fees, but scan the list and see what is appropriate for the 2 of you, that makes sense.
The Essentials
airline tickets or e-ticket confirmation
cruise documents
passports and visas or proof of citizenship (if needed)
vaccination certificate (if required)
driver’s license and auto insurance card – in case you decide to rent in one of your port of call
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
ATM card
pre-paid phone card
cash or travelers checks and receipt (keep separate)
3 copies of airline tickets, cruise tickets, passports/visas, itinerary – the first set to be left on your carry on bag, the second set to be left in your checked luggages, and the third set to be left 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 through the internet.
Plug adaptors and converter (if needed, ask the cruise line). Electric devices can handle multiple voltages make sure that your electric devices say 110-240V, 50-60Hz (dual voltage plug in).
contact numbers to report lost/stolen credit cards or traveler’s checks
emergency numbers at home
wallet and fanny pack
Addresses for sending postcards/e-mail
A list of your packing list in case your luggages get lost for insurance purposes.
Tank, halter, sleeveless tops
Workout clothes and jog bra
Night gown, pajamas
Camisole
Purses (day and evening)
gloves and stocking cap (if needed)
rubber sandals for reef walking and beach
evening shoes
Swim suit
Swim suit cover-up, pareo, sarong
Flip flop shoes
Dress for informal, formal and casual nights on ship
Tops of all types (sleeveless, short-sleeved, long-sleeved)
Windbreaker jacket
Sweatshirt
Evening sweater
Raincoat with hood
Hats, caps, visors
Sundresses
Jeans
Toiletries/Sundries
Comb, Brush
Deodorant
Floss
Lip balm
Shaving kit, Shaving Cream
Shampoo, Conditioner, Styling Products
Toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash
Blow dryer, straightening iron
Deodorant
Eyeliner
Eye Shadow
Lipsticks
Blush
Mascara
Makeup remover
Facial cleanser
Moisturizer/SPF
Dental floss
Scrunchies
Tweezers
nail clippers and file (to be packed in checked luggage)
razor and shaving cream, or electric razor and supplies
curling iron or curlers
hair gel
hair spray
shower cap
make-up mirror
make-up and make-up bag
cleanser
moisturizer and freshener
nail polish and remover
contact lenses cleaner
Hand sanitizing lotion
Electronics and Camera Equipment
Digital camera, batteries, memory cards, manuals
MP3 players and headphones, batteries, mini-speakers
Camera case
Cell phone and charger
PDA and charger
Laptop
Portable console games (Nintendo DS, etc…)
disposable underwater camera
battery charger
small travel alarm clock
lighted dial clock for cruise ship cabin
small flashlight
night light
Portable dvd player, extra batteries, and movies
Medical
Thermometer
Antibiotic cream, antibacterial ointment
Anti-diarrheal medication
Band-Aids
Birth control
Bug repellent
Cortisone 1% anti-itch cream
Sea-sickness bands or pills
Lubricant
Pain reliever
Prescription medicines
Ear plugs
Q-tips
Vaseline
Dramamine
Bandages
Aspirin, Tylenol, Advil
Anti-bacterial wipes
rubbing alcohol or foot lotion for soothing tired, hot feet
Trip and Donna, do you recall a couple of years back that we(Moderators) made a master checklist? does anyone know where it is and how to find it??? Mike?
Kijjy - lists definately make them. Keep it simple, pared down to basic essential items that you would take with you on any vacation.
Essentials: Passport, Cruise Ticket, Air Tickets, Credit/Debit Card
Personal Care Items: Toothbrush/ToothPaste/Mouthwash etc
Basic First Aid Kit: Bandaids Sunscreen
Neosporin Aloe Burn Jel
OTC Pain Med- SeaSick Meds (if needed)
Rolaids - Cold/Allergy Meds (just in case)
Razor/Shave Cream
Shampoo/Conditioner-only if you don't want to
use what the ship has
Feminine Needs Products
Hair Styling Products
Deodorant
Fragrance
Hand Sanitizer
Soap (if you don't want to use cruiselines)
Moisturizer
Q-Tips
Travel Sewing Kit
Make-Up
Hair Dryer - if you don't want use the one in
your cabin
Daily RX Meds
Comb/Brush
Clothing: Swimsuits/cover-ups
Walking Sneakers
Water Sandals - beach/decks get very hot
Sunglassess
Shorts/Tops
Underwear, Socks, T-Shirts
Nightgown/Pj's
Casual Dinner Clothing- separates - mix & match - wear more
than just once( dockers type pants
with collared shirt for your son, trousers,skirts, capris,
and sundress for you)
Formal Dinner Outfit - dark suit/suit separates for your son
1 pair dress shoes - each of you
1 pair casual shoes/sandals- each of you- dinner
Baseball Cap/Hat
Small back-pack (beach & stuff)
Other Stuff: Travel Alarm Clock
Underwater Camera & Digital Camera
Pen
Small Travel Flashlight
EyeGlass Repair Kit if you wear glasses Contact Lens cleaning solution if you wear contacts
The one that stands out to me is making copies of your air line tickets, cruise tickets and passports and ID. I know I always worry that I'll lose my passport or ticket and have to go through the hassle of verifying identities. I would think copies would help if anything was lost.
List of things to take....?
Looking forward to cruising!
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