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12 CRUISE LUGGAGE GUIDELINES, Rules & Tips You NEED to Know!

Life Well Cruised
Life Well Cruised
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πŸ‘οΈ 723K viewsπŸ“… 4 years ago⏱️ 15:54

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The creator provides a comprehensive guide to managing luggage when preparing for a cruise, noting that guidelines differ significantly from air travel. She explains that most cruise lines allow up to two suitcases per person and suggests using an electronic scale to manage weight. The video covers permitted items, such as full-sized toiletries and certain alcoholic beverages, while warning against fire hazards like irons or steamers. She also advises against using non-surge protected power strips and recommends bringing a carry-on bag for embarkation day essentials. Regarding logistics, the creator describes the process of handing luggage to porters at the terminal and suggests using reusable luggage tag holders. She emphasizes that luggage undergoes security screening and advises passengers not to lock their suitcases to allow for potential inspections. Finally, she offers organizational tips, such as using packing cubes and making luggage easily identifiable with ribbons or sleeves, and suggests storing suitcases under the bed to save space in small cabins.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the cruise lines in general are a lot more relaxed than when you are getting on a flight so don't overly stress about it

you can actually bring full-sized toiletries so that is something to keep in mind

the majority of cruise lines will allow you if you want to bring a bottle of wine or even sometimes more per person onto your cruise

you should not lock your luggage because cruise lines do actually ask people not to lock their luggage

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Bring up to two suitcases per person weighing up to 50 pounds each
βœ“Use a carry-on bag for the first day of your cruise
βœ“Check cruise line websites for specific rules on bringing wine, soda, or water bottles
βœ“Do not bring irons, steamers, or non-surge protected power strips
βœ“Use reusable plastic luggage tag holders on your suitcases
βœ“Tip porters when giving them your luggage (customary, not mandatory)

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

How luggage is handled at the cruise terminal β€” Porters take your luggage and put it on luggage racks; it goes straight to the ship. Don't worry about getting a receipt.
What items are allowed or prohibited β€” Check cruise line websites for specific rules. Bring full-sized toiletries, but not irons or steamers.
Luggage security and x-ray checks β€” Luggage is x-rayed and checked; do not lock your luggage as it may be inspected.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow much luggage can you bring on a cruise?
QWhat size should cruise luggage be?
QWhat can you bring on a cruise that might be surprising?
QWhat items are prohibited on a cruise ship?
QHow does luggage handling work at the cruise terminal?

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