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9 Best Cruise Packing Tips for 2019 / 2020. (What to Take, Not Take and How To Take It!)

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👁️ 58K views📅 7 years ago⏱️ 10:40

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The creator provides a comprehensive guide for cruise passengers regarding what to pack, what to avoid, and how to organize belongings. He emphasizes the importance of keeping valuables, identification, and essential documents in hand luggage rather than checked bags. He suggests packing swimwear in carry-on luggage to allow for immediate use upon arrival. The video highlights the necessity of a smartphone or tablet for managing cruise line apps, booking excursions, and viewing daily programs. Regarding clothing, the creator advises researching dress codes and themed party requirements while recommending a layering strategy to save space. He also suggests preparing a personalized first-aid kit containing items like motion sickness medication and a tooth repair kit to avoid expensive onboard medical costs. For electronics, he recommends bringing specific chargers and checking cruise line policies regarding extension cords and surge protectors. The creator also discusses alcohol policies, noting that excess alcohol may be confiscated. Finally, he suggests bringing cabin essentials like highlighters or organizers and warns against bringing restricted items such as drones, candles, or curling irons due to safety regulations.

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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I've done over 66 cruises and I try and pack everything I've learned from that into every single video I'll make

one of the most important tips is understanding what you should put in your hand luggage and you should put in your check-in bags

your smartphone is going to become a really important and valuable tool

I always recommend when you go on a cruise is to minimize the amount of clothes to bring just think about layers

Creator's Tips & Advice

Pack valuables, breakables, and essential documents in hand luggage
Use your smartphone for cruise line apps to book excursions and check accounts
Understand the dress code and themed parties for dinner
Pack layers for excursions and consider your activity plans
Bring a personalized first-aid kit and motion sickness remedies
Check cruise line policies on alcohol and extension cords before packing

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing what to pack in hand luggage vs checked bagsKeep valuables, breakables, and essential documents in hand luggage
Overpacking clothesMinimize clothes and think in layers
Forgetting bathroom essentialsPack a personalized first-aid kit and motion sickness remedies

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I pack for a cruise?
QWhat should I not take on a cruise?
QHow should I pack for a cruise?

Topics Covered

Booking Process1½ Happy BaconValue Pricing1 Happy BaconPacking Basics2 Happy BaconClothing1½ Happy BaconCabin Essentials1½ Happy BaconSafety Medical1 Happy Bacon
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