Cruise Packing Tips. The 10 Things NOT To Pack Ever!
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Gary from Tips for Travelers provides a guide on ten specific items that passengers should avoid placing in checked luggage when departing on a cruise. He emphasizes that checked suitcases are screened and handed over to the cruise line, which limits a traveler's control and liability. The creator advises keeping all valuables, such as jewelry, electronics, and important documents, in hand luggage to prevent loss or damage for which the cruise line will not be responsible. Other prohibited items include alcohol, prescription medications, and illegal drugs, noting that international laws regarding substances can vary. The video also warns against packing weapons, items that create naked flames like candles, and certain electrical appliances such as coffee makers or irons. Additionally, the creator suggests checking cruise line policies regarding sports equipment and communication devices like ham radios or walkie-talkies. He concludes by reiterating the importance of keeping valuables in carry-on bags and ensuring travelers have adequate insurance for their belongings.
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I just received a message from someone that had packed a $11,000 drone in their suitcase thinking it would be perfectly safe it was well pack and it would appear in their cabin beautifully preserved it was damaged the cruise line took no responsibility for it they didn't have insurance so they lost a $11,000 drone
most Cruise Lines will not let you bring alcohol on board so don't put it in your suitcases because the suitcases are screened
do not take any form of illegal drugs
never pack any sort of weapon so whether it's a firearm or any sort of knife that has a blade over 10 cm long they are not allowed on cruise ships
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