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👁️ 81K views📅 8 years ago⏱️ 1:07:16

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Editorial Summary

In this live stream, the creators from Cruise Tipstv demonstrate their packing process for an upcoming seven-night Mexican Riviera cruise on the Carnival Splendor. The video serves as a comprehensive guide for carry-on essentials and clothing organization for a family of three. The creator begins by detailing personal carry-on items, including a Klean Kanteen, passport wallet, and a dedicated medication bag containing various over-the-counter remedies. The demonstration covers specialized gear such as packing cubes, wet bags for swimsuits, and tech organizers. The creators also showcase clothing selections for their son and husband, highlighting the use of themed outfits and formal wear for dining room requirements. A significant portion of the video is dedicated to answering viewer questions regarding cruise logistics, such as baggage weight limits when driving to port, the benefits of carrying passport copies, and advice for packing for different destinations like Alaska. The session concludes with tips on stateroom organization and managing various cruise-related activities.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Carnival Splendor
A Nibble
All-time creator consensus for Carnival Splendor
A Nibble

This review is in line with the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Other · Spring · 7 nightsVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

this is not a packing light video if you are looking for a packing light video go to our playlist on our Channel

we are driving to port guys so we're not going to be concerned too much about overweight baggage

the best defense against norovirus is soap and hot water

we are a family of travel vloggers my husband and my son and I go on a few cruises a year

Creator's Tips & Advice

Always make sure to take your own pen on embarkation day when you sign those health forms
Make copies of your passport and keep them separate from the actual passport
Pack a small supply of medication in case you get sick on the cruise

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Packing too much stuffThis is not a packing light video; we're driving to port so we can pack a lot without shame

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I pack for a cruise?
QHow many packing cubes should I use for a family?
QWhat are the best packing cubes to purchase?

Topics Covered

Kids Family3 Happy BaconValue Pricing2 Happy BaconEmbarkation1½ Happy BaconDining Main2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

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Puerto Vallarta2 Happy Bacon
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