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10 Things You Should NEVER Pack for a Cruise

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Creator's Key Takeaways

When I went to work on one of my cruises, I tried to take a little mini steamer with me. Naughty, but I wanted to see if I could get away with it, and unfortunately, it was confiscated.

I have done this in the past. I am a self-confessed overpacker, so I've definitely been there. But even as someone who does overpack and does wear a lot of what I take, I always rotate about three to four pairs of shoes.

I myself have never had a problem. However, I wouldn't recommend wearing your jewelry out in ports.

You definitely do not want to bring fresh food on with you. So, this is vegetables, meat, fruits. And again, I know you're saying, Lucy, who is bringing meat on board?

Creator's Tips & Advice

Limit shoes to three to four pairs: comfortable walking shoes, sandals, and evening shoes.
Use travel-sized toiletries instead of full-sized ones to save space in the smaller cabin storage.
Avoid bringing candles, diffusers, power strips, surge protectors, pool floats, and big inflatables as they are fire hazards or will be confiscated.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overpacking due to not knowing what is neededFocus on essentials and avoid unnecessary items to save space.
Items being confiscated at securityAvoid fire hazards like appliances, candles, and power strips to prevent embarrassment and waste of space.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I not pack for a cruise?
QWhat items are banned or unnecessary on a cruise ship?

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Hey sailors, Packing for your first cruise can feel overwhelming and it’s easy to make mistakes that lead to wasted suitcase space… or even embarrassment at security! In this video, I’ll walk you through the things you shouldn’t pack for your cruise. Some items are banned onboard, some will just take up valuable space, and others will make you stand out in all the wrong ways. Whether you’re sailing for the first time or you’ve cruised before, these tips will help you pack smarter and stress less. WORK ON CRUISE SHIPS ----------------------------------------- The Perfect Cruise Ship CV Template https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/cv-template/ What To Pack For Your Cruise Ship Contract -Packing List https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/packing-list/ Recruitment Agency List https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/recruitment-agency-list/ How To Ace Your Cruise Ship Interview https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/ace-your-interview/ How To Have A Good Roommate On Cruise Ships https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/roommate-guidelines/ Getting Your Cruise Ship Paperwork https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/getting-your-paperwork/ What To Expect From Your First Week Onboard https://www.cruisingascrew.com/product/first-week-onboard/ MUSIC ------------ Subscription to Epidemic Sound WATCH NEXT ---------------------- How I got my job with Virgin Voyages https://youtu.be/r9jPl59Ddcg How to deal with an awkward roommate https://youtu.be/9IDQEA9WT9M FOLLOW --------------- Website I https://www.cruisingascrew.com Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/cruisingascrew/ Facebook I https://www.facebook.com/Cruising-as-Crew-305351116816700/ Twitter I https://twitter.com/cruisingascrew Pinterest I https://www.pinterest.co.uk/cruisingascrew/ Thank you for watching