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7 Smart Ways to Carry a Cruise Card (lanyards & alternatives)

Life Well Cruised
Life Well Cruised
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πŸ‘οΈ 90K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 8:02

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Editorial Summary

The creator discusses various methods for carrying a cruise card to prevent the hassle of misplacing it. She explains that the cruise card serves as a cabin key, a method of payment, and a requirement for reboarding the ship. While lanyards are a common choice, the creator suggests using a lanyard with a retractable reel or a plastic pouch to avoid damaging the card. For those who dislike wearing lanyards, she presents several alternatives including phone pouch holders, waterproof phone pouch lanyards, and waterproof waist pouches which are useful for water excursions or beach trips. She also mentions the use of belt bags or crossbody bags for a more discreet option. Additionally, the video addresses Princess Cruises, which uses medallions instead of traditional cards, noting that travelers can use accessories like AirTag holders or wristbands to manage them. The creator concludes by offering her cruise planner resource and inviting viewers to share their own preferred methods for carrying cruise cards.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Princess Cruises
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Princess Cruises
A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

if there's one accessory that I would regret not bringing on a cruise it is this one

I have been in line at the guest services more times than I can count and at least I never did misplace it when I needed to get off the cruise ship

this is a huge hassle I have been in line at the guest services more times than I can count

I resisted the cruise lanyard for quite a long time and I honestly misplaced my cruise card many times as well

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Use a lanyard with a retractable reel and clip for hands-free convenience
βœ“Consider a phone pouch holder as an alternative to lanyards
βœ“Use a waterproof phone pouch lanyard for shore excursions and water activities
βœ“Carry a waist pouch or belt bag for valuables during beach or snorkeling trips

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

How to carry cruise card without losing it β€” Use lanyards, phone pouch holders, or waterproof pouches for easy access
What to do with cruise card during shore excursions β€” Use a waterproof phone pouch lanyard to keep card and phone safe

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to carry a cruise card on a cruise ship and in ports
QWhat are alternatives to cruise lanyards
QHow to avoid misplacing your cruise card
QWhat accessories work for different cruise lines like Princess

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