KIDS CRUISE PACKING LIST: What to Bring (and What to Leave at Home)
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After taking our kids on dozens of cruises (Aiden has been on 15!), Erika and I have realized that less is almost always more.
Large strollers, especially with the the wide strollers, just don't really work well on cruise ships.
We start giving it to them one or two days before boarding the ship so it's already in their system. Ever since we started doing that, nobody gets sick anymore.
The liquid bandage was a lifesaver in Rome when Ethan split his head open. That's a long story, but it definitely saved the day.
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👇 Get Our Cruise Essentials Here: https://amzn.to/4akrJos Stop overpacking for your family vacation! After taking our kids on dozens of cruises (Aiden has been on 15!), Erika and I have realized that less is almost always more. In this video, we're breaking down our realistic cruise packing list for kids and babies so you can stop stressing and start enjoying. In this video, we cover: - The Stroller Dilemma: Why large strollers are a "no-go" on Royal Caribbean and Carnival. - Motion Sickness: The specific routine we use so our kids never get sick. - The "Candy Store" Strategy: How we save money and avoid tantrums. - Medical Essentials: The one item that saved us when Ethan got hurt in Rome. 0:00 The Biggest Mistake Parents Make 0:20 Essential Clothing & Formal Night 0:50 Shoe Recommendations: Function over Fashion 1:11 The Best Strollers for Cruise Ships 1:57 Managing Motion Sickness 2:11 Must-Have First Aid Items 2:39 Baby Essentials: Diapers, Formula, & Bottles 3:15 Car Seats & Onboard Nurseries 3:39 Community Questions & Subscribing 3:47 Sun Protection: Rash Guards & Sunscreen 4:10 Avoiding the "Candy Store" Trap 4:36 Managing Kids' Spending on Board 4:48 Drying Swimsuits & Balcony Tips 5:00 Power Outlets & Organization Hacks 5:27 Is the Extra Gear Worth It? 5:50 Final Advice for a Stress-Free Cruise CONNECT WITH US: New Videos Every WEEK! - Join our YouTube family! Click here to SUBSCRIBE: https://bit.ly/4n5AaIR TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alex_erika_youtube Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexeaguilar Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealAlexAguilar Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/alexerikasandiego GEAR WE USE: Main Camera: https://amzn.to/44FHdkE #CruisingWithKids #FamilyCruise #CruisePacking #CruiseTips #AlexAndErika #TravelHacks #CarnivalPanorama #CelebritySolstice