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Things to bring and not to bring on a cruise

Dolores Tremper - Videos
Dolores Tremper - Videos
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πŸ‘οΈ 741K viewsπŸ“… 12 years ago⏱️ 12:09

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a comprehensive guide on essential items to pack and prohibited objects for a cruise, specifically focusing on experiences with Royal Caribbean. The video begins with advice on currency, suggesting travelers bring small bills like fives and tens for excursions to avoid issues with change. Essential documentation mentioned includes photo IDs and passports. The creator highlights specific activity requirements, such as bringing socks and pants for ice skating or bungee jumping. Practical gear recommendations include lanyards for room keys, small purses for portability, sunscreens, iPads for entertainment, and watches to track time since cell phones may display incorrect times at sea. For health and comfort, the creator suggests bringing prescription drugs, antacids like Tums, and binoculars for wildlife viewing. The video also outlines strict prohibitions, warning against bringing irons, weapons like pocket knives, or extra alcohol, noting that these items will be confiscated. Finally, the creator advises against packing beach towels, as they are provided by the cruise line, and suggests bringing a small souvenir bag for purchases made during the trip.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Royal Caribbean Group
A Nibble
All-time creator consensus for Royal Caribbean Group
A Nibble

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

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsTips & AdviceπŸ₯‰Knowledgeable Creator
Caribbean Β· Winter Β· 10 nightsOccasional Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

don't forget your photo ID you have to have a photo ID when you get off and on the ship

do not bring this iron they confiscate it you are not allowed to have it iron

you are allowed to bring wine I think you're allowed two bottles they do charge you a corking fee if you bring it to the dining room

don't bring any knives I didn't have a pocket knife but we went on a cruise and we sat with this guy and he says oh I didn't get my luggage

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Bring small bills for tips and purchases
βœ“Bring a photo ID and passport for documentation
βœ“Use a lanyard or belt clip for your room key
βœ“Bring a small purse for essentials when off the ship
βœ“Bring an iPad for Wi-Fi and entertainment
βœ“Do not bring an iron; use wrinkle-release products

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing what to bring β€” Follow the list of essential items to bring and not bring
Running out of small bills for tips and purchases β€” Bring plenty of small dollar bills
Not having socks for activities β€” Bring socks for ice skating and bungee jumping

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I bring on a cruise?
QWhat should I not bring on a cruise?
QHow can I make my cruise experience easier?

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