Packing Tips: Our 5 River Cruise Must-Pack Essentials
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These are literally literally the top five things that we always pack for river cruises.
This works for us because it's a hot spot that not only fits in our pocket, but we have more predictable rates with a data plan.
The Airfly eliminates that, which means your photos are going to be better.
For a low investment, there's a really big ROI on investing in these little babies.
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We're sharing the five game-changing items that separate seasoned river cruisers from frustrated first-timers. Once you know what they are, you'll wonder how you ever traveled without them! (These are items we also pack for barge & expedition cruises, too.) These items will save you money, keep you connected, protect your belongings, and make you infinitely more comfortable on every trip. • Learn how to eliminate expensive international roaming charges while staying connected in 135+ countries with our can’t-travel-without hotspot • Discover the secret to ditching those awful corded headphones on excursions without looking like an obvious tourist target with this Bluetooth device • Find out how to track your luggage and valuables with pinpoint accuracy wherever you travel with these popular trackers • We'll also show you how to choose footwear that won't leave you hobbling after 20,000 steps on cobblestones. • And provide info about why the right compact weather protection beats anything the cruise lines provide. ➡️ SHOP THE ITEMS 🛒 (plus many others) from our packing list here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/sometimeshome/list/385CQ05UCQ86Y?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_EVCYWG770Y5SJ22CDHJM OR Get the Direct Links Below: • Our favorite must-travel-with hotspot: https://www.skyroam.com/?rfsn=3731156.3efe8b (it's available on Amazon too, but their site has better deals, and we bought direct from them too: https://amzn.to/46uGEeX) • AirFly that allows us to listen cordlessly: https://amzn.to/3KshmWh • AirTags are in every one of our bags, even if we carry on and even our day packs: https://amzn.to/3KuSdKz • If AirTags aren't for you because you don't have an iPhone, try Tiles: https://amzn.to/3KshCEJ • A travel umbrella will fit inside a purse or your pocket so you're weather-ready: https://www.wesaidgotravel.com/ These are the five essentials that we refuse to leave home without after years of river cruising, and – trust us – once you start packing these five essentials, you'll never go back to traveling the old way! 🎧 For additional info, check out these episodes & info: ✦ Part 1: Top Things to Know About River Cruising: https://youtu.be/QjJ4sT3FpQ8 ✦ Part 2" Top Things to Know About River Cruising: https://youtu.be/a9hYI3G8ZcQ ✦ The Travel Hotspot We Love (& Why): https://sometimeshome.com/pocket-wifi-skyroam-hotspot/ CHAPTERS 00:53 River Cruises: 5 Packing Essentials Overview 02:14 Pocket Wi-Fi Hotspot that Allows You to Stay Connected While On Land 06:40 How to Stay Cordless & Untethered with Quietvox Devices 10:31 How to Track Your Luggage, Carry-Ons & Day Packs (It’s Vital!) 13:45 Comfort for River Cruise Excursions 16:15 Staying Dry, Mobile & Agile on Tours & Free Time 18:34 What are Your Must-Pack River Cruise Essentials?