11 Things You Should ALWAYS Bring On Your Cruise
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- Avoid making these 11 easy to make cruise packing mistakes when you cruise, and always make sure these are packed. Start planning to ensure you do not leave these important, but often overlooked, cruise packing mistakes. I look at 11 key items that I have learnt of the now 81 cruises I have done that are important to pack and take on a cruise. These are packing mistakes that I see and hear people regretting after the event. It is easy to overlook these items as they are not all that obvious. Be ready and avoid these common cruise packing mistakes.
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Gary Bembridge's Tips For Travellers aims to help you make more of your precious travel time and money on land and when cruising the oceans or rivers of the world. To help you, in every video I draw on my first-hand tips and advice from travelling every month for over 20 years and 78 cruises at time of making this video.
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00:00 Start
00:16 3 Obvious Things
01:45 Be Recognised
02:38 Stay In Touch
04:15 Emergency Aid
05:48 Grit Your Teeth
06:45 Backing Up
07:33 See Clearly Now
08:40 Be Adaptive
10:07 Dressed Up
11:18 Heading Out
12:00 Good Night All
Once you've taken photos of all your documents, email them to yourself. That way you can always access them- even if something happens to your phone!
Agree! I put them in a Dropbox folder but definitely as you say have them where you or someone else can access digitally
emailing is not safe though, this is why we NEVER put a credit card number in an email.
Have 2 email addresses as well
Also email to a trusted friend or relative.
Yeap, I'll scan those into my email before .
Magnetic hooks - stick to cabin walls and provide extra space to hang hats, handbag, raincoat.
Lots and lots of magnet hooks. Get the package from Amazon. You will be suprised how much you can hang on them.
This doesn't always work. We were on Fred Olsen's Borealis recently and surprisingly magnets didn't stick to anything!
The engineer in me: If anything is critical, bring a spare. The only place this doesn't apply is in traveling companions. Don't tell you spouse that you need to bring a spare of them.
Love that 😀😀😀
Now that is funny
Who needs a partner 😜 I can go to every bar in board and enjoy peace and quiet and more fun 🤩one happy single
Young Engineer: “Why not?”
Old Engineer: “Just trust me on this.”
😂😂😂
Keep prescriptions in their own bottles! Also, as people are saying, take pictures of all of your ID, passports, itineraries and such and email a copy to yourself and maybe to one person who is not on your trip. I always take a picture of my baggage, too so that when it goes missing with the airlines, I can just show them the picture LOL.
Not a good idea to send by email passport or credit card info. Emails are not safe. But the photos of luggage is a great idea.
Losing your sunglasses brought back a memory of my very first-ever cruise, back in 1994, on a Blue Lagoon cruise in Fiji. My sunglasses had loosened and dropped off my nose and over the side into the ocean while I was standing on the deck watching the fish around the ship. Later, after we'd sailed on to our next stop, I mentioned it to someone else and a crew member overheard me, cut in, and said, "I wish you'd told me -- I was looking for an excuse to go diving!"
I lost my Channel sunglasses in the ocean at Cozumel! 🥺
On our first cruise, one of our travelling companions lost her reading glasses before we'd even left port. It was a bit of a grind at our first overseas port (Noumea) to find an optometrist, but it gave her her first opportunity to try contact lenses.
As a former professional mariner I think you forgot the most important item - a small waterproof flashlight. Yes the phone has a flashlight but it dies with water. When the power goes out and the ship is sinking it would be nice to be able to find your way out. It’s also great by the berth to find your way to the bathroom without waking your partner up.
Hopefully the waterproof aspect doesn’t ever get put to the test
We take a nightlight for the bathroom.
I also carry a small knife in case terrorists come aboard and I have to save everyone. I'll pose as the cook.
We like the room really dark for sleeping, most nightlights tend to be too bright. So, we bring a pack of glow sticks from the dollar store and put one on the bathroom door handle each night.
@@lottosal oooo that's a really great tip. Never thought of that. Thanks.
Also remember to try on the clothes you are planning to take, especially those you haven’t worn in a while. You might find they no longer fit properly. It can be really frustrating if you’re getting ready for a formal evening and you find your dress shirt or your evening gown is too tight or too loose.
I’m sorry, can you explain this too loose thing. I don’t understand. 😂
Great tip!!! I always do that if taking a suit or dinner jacket as can be a very long time - that try on has become more telling than weighing myself (sometimes good news but mostly not..!)
safety pins and a mini sewing kit are essentials too!!
@@jeannemiller93306 You may have lost a lot of weight. Your body may have redistributed it's weight and your clothing grapes where it shouldn't.
@@tipsfortravellers - same, and as I learnt the hard way, it may be worth a timely check for moth damage.
I had a little staycation last week and the pillows in my hotel room were way too soft. In the past I would NEVER have thought to say anything. But thanks to all these cruise vids I’ve watched, I had the wherewithal to write a note asking for a firmer pillow. Yes, it caused me some anxiety because I’m not the type to ‘complain’ but when I got back from my day out, there was a firmer pillow and I slept like a baby for the rest of my trip. So thank you for teaching me that it’s not just on cruise ships that you can use these tips. And thank you for teaching me that it’s ok to ask. 💕
Of course it’s okay to ask! You’re paying for the cruise or hotel. You should be comfortable!
@@mysavescgf2640 I know right? Pity my anxiety issues and ASD have taught me to just put up with stuff and not make a fuss. I’m getting better at realising I’m not being difficult or demanding or a ‘Karen’ when I really do need things fixed. I’m fairly easy pleased but I was in so much pain in my neck I had to do something. I very nearly just went out to buy a pillow - I stopped myself at the store entrance and told myself to just leave a note asking. I could have called housekeeping but that meant using the phone and seemed a bit ‘confrontational’ which made my anxiety flare too much. Next time I’ll just ask for one on booking the room.
Extra set(s) of all prescription glasses is absolute.
Great tips!
I also recommend take photos of all of your important documents; passport, driver's license and credit card, then email it to yourself so if phone lost or damaged you can just sign on to your email and get the info.
Also always pack an ace wrap! I can't stress that enough! Every cruise I've been on someone in my party needed it. Don't want to twist your ankle on cobble stones and then can't enjoy the rest of the cruise.
Forgot the ACE bandage. Needed one.
Hadn’t even thought about an Ace bandage-good idea!
When discussing clothes for shore excursions, don’t forget appropriately covering up if you’re visiting something like a church or mosque where women must cover shoulders and/or knees.
And of course No Camoflage!
Large scarves take up little room and are great for covering heads and shoulders. Also takes the chill off if it gets cool
@@keith6400that depends where you are going. It wouldn’t be an issue on a round the uk cruise!
One item I always bring with me in my handbag when travel is a headlamp. I use it to read, to make my way to the loo, to check nooks and crannies, as safety measure walking in the dark. My hands are free by wearing the lamp on my head or neck (for walking). The usb charged one is cheap and light weight.
Great idea!
I always appreciate you putting chapters on your videos, I don't always need them but it's really helpful and nice. Thank you
Glad you like them! I do when I watch videos so thought other may like them too
Before i travel,I take photos with my cell phone-passport,drivers license,my TSA precheck,credit cards front and back.I also put a sheet of paper on top of my clothes in the luggage,name,telephone number home address,and flight info,airport information..
giuseppe
These are great tips.
One change I recommend, especially for solo travelers, is put your business address on & in your luggage if at all possible. You don't want strangers going to your empty home. (It does happen.)
Use a money belt. And pare down your wallet and purse. Do you need every key on your chain? Leave those mail box, extra car keys, neighbors or children's house keys, office keys safe at home. Do you need every store card and library card you own? Do you need coins? (You might if your ship has a self service laundry & you use it. You won't need pennies, pence, or the equivalent.)
@@jacquelyns9709 excellent tips..
Agree! I take photos of everything into my safekeeping app like Signal (for example). One video suggested to take a picture of the time to get back on board, before leaving your ship.
For a extra fee in the United States you can get a passport card along with your passport. This is about the size of a drivers license. I always carry mine when I travel. I keep it separate from my drivers license in another bag or at the hotel or house I’m staying at. That way if something happens to my drivers license I can still fly home. This is also be great for taking off the ship.
I have a lot of crowns and my dentist recommended not to use the glue you can buy in the pharmacy but to use Vaseline. I have used it several times even when I’ve had to be wait a few days at home to get an appointment. It works perfectly - probably not for corn on the cob - but it was excellent. He recommends that you take the crown off at night on the slim chance that you might swallow it.
I always have a small plastic case in my purse with some Vaseline in it. You might also be able to get it from the ships doctor. Happy cruising and stay safe
You can't fly with passport card
A tight eyeglass holder to go around your neck is a good idea. Also, for the ladies, a small jewelry repair kit with spare jump rings and earring backings!
I usually take a usb charging station that has multiple ports (5 or more). and also a backup battery for your phone or other usb devices.
I also with bring a set of clothes pins. These are not for hanging wet clothes but to clasp on the window curtain to keep them close at night. It helps keep the sunlight from coming in the window at dawn or dusk.
I also bring a small back pack to hold not only personal items but souveniers. A back pack helps to distribute the load by carrying on it on your back.
My packing list covers 100% of your recommended items. I also added masks and binocular (for Alaska).
Painkillers, take some painkillers. On a port day at the med center, a lady refused to give me any painkillers for period pain. Some crazy rule because it was not a sea day. Those few hours waiting till they would let people out of the ship felt like days.
One thing I've done to get around taking power strips or extension cords is to use the USB ports on my computer to charge my phone, iPad, camera, etc. Some USB hubs also allow you to charge your devices with them. Most are the size of a pack of playing cards or smaller so they don't take a lot of space when packing.
On the topic of glasses
Take an old credit card and wrap a couple feet of duct tape - the things you can fix are through the roof ( glasses electrical wires etc ) and a credit card is so useful - wrap a couple elastic bands around the tape as well
I always take duct tape too!
Had a transgression where we thought the other had packed the passports! Luckily we had sailed with the cruise line so they accepted a scanned copy of them. It helped that I was active duty military and my family had military dependent IDs as well. From then on, passports are the first things we pack!!
I had no idea that there are no dentists on board. That was the most important nugget I learned. Thanks Gary.
WHAT???
Dentists to poor to travel ???
Oil of clove tools awesome for tooth aches. Ask a pharmacist. It's very inexpensive. Comes in a small glass bottle. Helpful if u have some cotton swabs to apply to problem tooth..
We always take a Brita water filter jug with us. We filter the cabins tap water supply. This saves us buying the ships bottled water. We've done this on every cruise and had no health issues by drinking the filtered ships tap water. The water supply on cruise ships is usually heavily chlorinated and our Brita filter removes most of the chlorine taste. I can't categorically say that this will suite everyone but it definitely works well for us.
A flashlight, especially if you have an inside room, generators have failed. Also extra shoe laces and a small sewing kit, can come in handy
I carry 3 pairs of glasses. In Italy, I had taken off my glasses and put them in the front pocket of my purse. A young girl in the rest room I was in picked my pocket and stole my glasses. I was so glad I had an extra pair at my hotel.
6:25, Be careful with this stuff. If you choose to use it, see your dentist afterward as soon as possible. This is meant for TEMPORARY REPAIR. Bacteria can get trapped underneath the temporary filling material and cause decay and possible tooth loss if allowed to remain for too long.
I was thinking the same....get that dental appt ASAP upon return to clean it out and repair!
Of course see a dentist as soon as you get home.
befor watching, 1- ticket 2- wallet with ID cards cash , 3- steril smart world phone , 4- passport and visas , 5-meds and percriptons , 6- aparopreat clothing ,7-bathroom kit , 8-mostly empty bag to bring stuff home in , 9-mult tool , 10-steril laptop or tablet ,11- first aid kit ( know how to use evrething in it and know your own stuff )
Great list !
I always bring an eyeglass repair kit with me and my sister needed it to replace a screw that fell out of the frame of her glasses. I also added a thermometer to my first aid/medical kit and it proved to be valuable when I got bit by some bug in Tortola and found out I had a fever. I'm so glad I had Tylenol with me.
I travel with a mini pharmacy-prescription meds, over the counter meds, bandaids. Way too hard to get what you need on a ship and it does save a trip to the ship’s medical center very often. Love the dental repair kit idea! Going to order for my next cruise!
Me too!
Gary is awesome! He is so down to earth and makes it enjoyable learning how to have the best time & not forget things. Thanks Gary!
Great tips! The suggestion to pack an extra pair of sunglasses really jumped out at me. I have incredibly sensitive eyes and would be in agony without my sunglasses.
It definitely is. That trip where I lost mine on the Mekong and couldn’t get a replacement for days was really uncomfortable as was really bright and I too realised just how sensitive I was too
Same for me, light sensitive. I always take a few xtra pairs as well as xtra reading glasses.
I was so proud of my thought too bring XL binder clips. It allowed us to clip up our bathing suits and towels so that they could dry easier.
Always carry a washing line , highlighter pen, sticky tape , a couple of envelopes ( gratuities) full first aid, plug converter, stick on basket/shelf for the bathroom …. Dollar shops have these and are fabulous for freeing up bench space .. magnets and magnetic hooks. Books to swap in the ships library
I also make sure I have a small sewing kit and / or safety pins.
If you rely heavily on your cell phone, I don't recommend charging it directly from the ship's power. One stray power surge can impact your phone. I bring a few battery packs that I use to charge my phone(s) and I recharge those batteries from the ship's power.
That's brilliant. I never would have thought of that. Thank you!
1. In the US when you get a passport, you can also get a passport card. This is a credit card sized government issued photo ID that is good for ten years.
2. Some mapping apps like Google Maps allow you to download offline versions of their maps, so you don’t have to worry about having WiFi or cellular while exploring in port. You can mark the place where the shuttle picks up to return to the ship.
It's a good idea to see your dentist a few weeks before your cruise so they can tell you if any problems might arise, and have time to take care of them before you ship out. (Same goes for your GP/family doctor, of course. They can also help you get any vaccinations required/suggested for any of the ports you'll be docking at.) Checkups before the cruise are always a good idea. Also be sure your travel insurance covers any dental work you might need portside. And in any case, pack that dental first aid kit.
Insurance only covers emergency dental, like if you have an accident and some teeth get knocked out. Not maintenance dental, that you should get done before you leave home.
@@chriswilliams6568 😊👍
Nice list, in particular I agree with the first aid items. I always take a small tube of antiseptic ointment (bacitracin) as well a few plasters/brandades whenever I take a trip out of the country.Has been a trip saver, for sure. In addition, a nail clipper for hangnails. Also, I always bring a backup pair of eyeglasses. Right now my backup is an old prescription, but I can still get around in a pinch wearing them. - So any major toiletries. Back in the old days when I just winged packing instead of making a packing list, I forgot toothpaste. It's very expense on the ship - if you can even buy it anymore.
Nice tips 👍🏻👍🏻
Immodium or other loose bowel-fixer is important too!
Yes, and I need Sensodyne Repair, as have such sensitive teeth,
I bet I could not buy that in most places.
At 56 yo I have yet to take my first cruise as my wife is totaly reluctant to go on a ship..I may have to do a solo cruise and your videos have given me so much valuable info !!! Thank you Mr. Bembridge !!
Thanks for watching and great to hear. I hope you can convince her, or maybe doing one solo and coming back telling her how good it was may convince her to do the next with you
I am 59 and have never been on a cruise. After discovering theese videos, I am actualle consider it for next year. Maybe try a Baltic cruise as a test run.
@@ivarnordlkken8082 A Baltic cruise is fab. The secret is to choose a cruise line that is a good fit for you.
..Yes, Bob..Solo cruising is GREAT!!(Since 2014) The Couples always were inquiring about My daily plans..**You Will Have A Ball!!🎉🎉**
I am Doing a *Countdown* on my phone for (July 2022)🎉🎉🎉
Ive been told that following Brexit UK citizens should be careful regarding the 6 "month left" rule. They should calculate how many month are left from the date of issue not from the expiry date. This is something to do with the extended time element no longer being valid. Something to be aware of and double check.
EARPLUGS !!! small scissors and (small) flashlight; YOUR OWN PILLOW CASE; small needle and thread kit (can get at dollar store) and I use scotch tape and safety pins for everything.
If you are taking prescription medication, especially any opiate medication, and you are on a cruise that visits ports outside of your home country be sure to check the laws applying to those drugs in the countries you are visiting. For example, I take an opioid medication and needed a letter from my doctor listing the drug, the reason it was prescribed, the strength of the drug, etc. for a river cruise that involved stops in Holland, France, Germany and Switzerland. Embassies and Consulates often have web sites that include what drugs are regulated and what documentation you might need.
Question: Couldn't you keep your medications in the cabin safe? Why would anyone take any drug out of their cabin?
Extra charging cables. My cable broke while I was in South America. I had to buy one in the airport. Cost me $30 US. I always take at least one extra of each kind.
In my experience, here's my guess for the top few before watching the video: a lanyard, COMFORTABLE flip flops or sandals (those ships are HUGE) band-aids/first aid kit, Imodium (or some anti-diarrhea med), and to go with that, some air freshener or poo-pourri if you're sharing the room with someone, and a proper sized container of pain meds.
I suggest adding some powdered electrolytes to help rehydrate in case of diarrhea.
To go along with spare glasses, take a eye glass repair kit.
Nice tip!!!!
And always place your spare specs (normal&sun) in the hand luggage!
I'd add to your recommendation of a dental repair kit, that you buy a new one at least every year. They really dry out and become unusable after a few months or so--I learned this the hard way. They're very inexpensive, and well worth the new purchase fairly often!
Good point !
Good call, we needed one once on vacation and now wouldn't travel without it... But admittedly, I haven't purchased a new kit in several years. Thanks for the suggestion!
Never heard of these??
if im not mistaken ive heard that people will sometimes take a copy of their passport into port as opposed to the actual passport
Great info. Thanks. Planning a Transatlantic cruise in December. So excited!
The 12th thing people usually forget while on a cruise or any vacation is 'common sense'. People seem to forget that along with their brains in general. I live near Orlando, FL, USA and tourists are always acting like they left their brains at home along with general common sense. I try to avoid Orlando during the busy season, which is almost all the time now. However, Gary's video is great and always find his videos to be useful, informative and entertaining. Keep up the great work, Gary.
I have found that taking prescription sunglasses is a good idea because they are likely to be turned in if you leave them somewhere on the ship.
This was an excellent list, well thought out!
Absolutely would suggest that you take a medical kit with you on ANY holiday. Would suggest you take Dioralyte rehydration salts. These are very useful in the event of not only diarhorrea, but also for urinary tract infections and heat stroke. Plasters, but also blister pads. A variety of painkillers including plain old paracetamol, because you can drink on paracetamol alone. Aspirin for dry days and codeine in case of serious pain.
Excellent tip for taking and storing on photos for important docs.
Oh the coincidence. This video popped up on my feed the same day my daughter was offered a job as a dancer on a cruise-liner😅💃🏼
I'm happy that I scored all 11 of them. :)
Hooray !!!
Always good reminder VIDO.. with a couple new ideas....
Thanks....
A water bottle is what I forgot to bring on my last cruise and absolutely regretted it.
In the clothing area. If you tour a church, women, be sure to have a scarf or top with sleeves. You cannot show your bare shoulders in a church. My wife ran into this issue when we were at the Vatican.
i thought everyone knew this,
On one of my many cruises, I cut my finger with my tripod. I thought I'd just go down to the infirmary to ask for a single free band-aid aka plaster for you Brits but to my dismay, I was required to purchase a small packet with a few band-aids and ointment for $2 USD! All I needed was one free band-aid for my bleeding finger. Since then, I always bring a small first aid kit onboard the ship.
$2.00 is cheap IMO
@@happytraveller2122 - Yes, if you're looking to buy a first-aid kit but all I wanted was just one small bandaid.
@@kevinp8108 I’m just surprised they didn’t charge you a doctors consultant fee. I believe that’s hundreds of dollars
@@happytraveller2122 - the doctor may have asked me for a tip! 😂🤣😁
@@kevinp8108 wouldn’t be surprised 😂😂😂😂😂
Excellent tips! Will listen again and take note.
I didn't know about credit cards being a 'must have'
Thank you.
Definitely back up RX glasses. My RX sunglasses were stolen from my backpack a few cruises ago. Rotan a man bumped into my backpack and stole what he probably thought was my wallet. Insurance didn't covervthem. I was out my sunglasses thankfully my sister had these huge sunglasses that go over my RX glasses. Lesson learned. I always pack a second set of RX glasses. My previous ones.
I think everyone should pack a can of Air Freshener. It will become the most appreciated thing by everyone in your cabin. You will be like us … One of the smartest cruisers on the ship.
Thank you Gary. Always good to be reminded.
Hello Chris,how are you doing
First aid kit, be sure to add cough drops and preferred cold remedy. The last day+ of a 2019 Norway cruise (a sea day) many of us developed coughs, sore throats, sneezing. The ships' store had run out of those OTC meds. Lemon Tea helped some. When we finally docked in Amsterdam, I went to a pharmacy. Difficult deciphering meds and ingredients. Will always pack now.
Just found you and your great videos and advice! Glad to be here, thank you for the time you take! :)
This is one of your best videos! So helpful, thanks!
Thanks!! Appreciate you watching
Don't forget the filled up hip flask an essential for mixers a real saver.
My husband is a retired dentist, license still current. He’d love to be a ship’s dentist!
Good idea to take clothes for surprising weather. I went to Alaska in June and took warm clothes and had no t-shirts or shorts when the weather got very warm. I had to go to an Ace Hardware store and buy a couple of t-shirts.
Just excellent! I especially liked the dental repair kit - I never knew that even existed!! Chipped a tooth at the end of my last cruise 2 weeks ago and wish I’d had that! Thanks! Other: Photos of important documents on your phone are OK - but iPhones can get stolen or lost… I also do a nice folder for each vacation/cruise and am glad to have real paper copies with me. Itinerary and key events in one handy, attractive folder. Thanks again for your fine CZcams cruise videos, Gary.
Thank you for the video!
Meds are a must have too.
I always travels with an ace bandage and an ice bag. Some suggest zip loc bags but they leak with ice in them. Have used both many times!!!
You were funny about the dentist, so I could do a business out of it, cruising and fitting crowns the same time😂
Very helpful as always!
Glad to hear it!
On one cruise, I made a point of packing my formal clothes, tuxedo and all. Unfortunately, I forgot the bow tie. Fortunately, I was able to rent one from the formal shop on the ship.
Phew!!!!
And don't forget to pack a spare crown!
Make several COLOR COPIES Of your IDENTIFICATION PAGE - the one with the data and photo of your passport and place them in a couple different bags. This solves a couple problems, one of which is your likelihood of at least 1 or more get onboard with you. AS well as many places will accept that as your "photo id." Also bring along a few gallon ziploc bags. Happy Cruising.
We got a clear zipper bag ( cosmetic size) we purchased extra or our chargers they stay permentaly in carry on bag. It even fits a cruise approved Bar for extra plugs
Purchase Travel Insurance is a must.
2:45 Great suggestion to have your smartphone with you (though nowadays can anyone be without it?!) However, it is worth a warning to turn off the cellular/roaming service when boarding. Cell calls and data while at sea can be horrifically expensive, and you want to be sure you don’t incur service charges. It’s also worth contacting your provider before departure for any available special international roaming pricing while on your travels.
I put mine on Airplane mode. Can still use the apps but don't get roaming charges. Take it off in port.
I came across this gentleman because I have watched other cruising videos. And I love his comments. I have never been on a cruise but, would like to someday. The one thing that I have an issue with, is the fact that I don’t use credit cards. I have gotten in trouble way too much with them personally. So, don’t know how that could be rectified. Or remedied. Without bringing tons of cash. I don’t like carrying cash as I am also totally blind.
Great video thanks!
Thanks! Appreciate you watching
10 foot extension cord. Needed it on NCL as plug was in midday of room and heating pad didn’t reach
If you take prescriptions always carry them in the original bottles. This way you avoid accusations of having illegal drugs. It also means you have all your medication info with you. Bring a small 1st aid kit, including sunburn care. Carry 2 forms of I.D. no matter where you are traveling. Also your medical insurance info. Make sure to check your country of origin, some have restrictions when it comes to prescription medications. Lastly, plan ahead. If you think you might have an issue plan for it.
Excellent list.
Thanks 👍🏻
Thank you 😊
Thank you
A light jAcket / poncho. Especially depending on where you going. We had to buy ponchos on our Canada trip. It wasn’t a big deal but still
Late to the party and it may have been said but - set up your phone's "Emergency ID" or "Medical ID" with important information. This is what comes up when someone may try to access your phone and don't know your password. If you set it up and put in your basic info (name, ER contact, medical info like allergies/conditions/medications) it may help if you end up unconscious and someone needs to take you to a hospital or contact someone for you. Not everyone may think to check your phone for stuff like this but if they do, it can help you greatly. (Work in an ER where we've made use of this information more than once)
Hello Jennifer, how are you doing
Packing for a cruise today lol perfect timing 😅
Nice! Where to and what line?
@@tipsfortravellers going to Cozumel, Belize, and Roatan from the Carnival Vista. This will be my first cruise so I’ve been binge watching all of your cruise tip videos in preparation for it!
@@TheRedspartan99 what date?
@@TheRedspartan99 I've travelled that itinerary & loved it. So how was it? How was your first cruise?
I always have a list of thing to remember to pack, but thanks to this I will add a couple of ideas you gave. Thanks
I've never heard of a dental repair kit but I will be sure to track one down for my next trip. Great idea thanks Gary.
I found some on Amazon. One that was just for crowns was under $4 and another that was also for fillings was over $15.
Thanks @@auntydale3379 I will have a look at Amazon.
I bring two small night lights.. Sometimes these are useful to navigate a cabin or hotel room in the dark. I believe Viking ships may have one in the bathroom. Perhaps these will be more of a fixture in the future.
Yes, I did for years until one ship security folks took it from me and said it was a fire hazard…..what??….they gave it back at the end of rage cruise.
@@Ken-iy9mb It surprises me too that someone would consider a night light a fire hazzard or otherwise dangerous. It's very small and simple. Maybe the crew member was "just following orders" and wanted to err on the conservative side. Don't know how something is built? Confiscate it until the end of the cruise.
I am finding more of the newer ships have night lights (as guess they’re seeing more people wanting these). But the downside is I find them too bright to sleep
@@tipsfortravellers I agree. We took a river cruise on the Viking Ve, a newer ship. If you left the nightlight on in the bathroom you needed to either leave the door slightly ajar or turn off the nightlight. The nightlight was a white strip of light that ran the entire length of the sink area. The small lights I carry still were valuable in older hotels.
Your suitcase with clothes Air France sent mine to Venice and flew me to Paris, I spent 14 days with an old pair of jeans and my meals behind a screen in the MSC restaurants
Initally the cruise started on a Friday, which was a bank holiday, so when I arrived at the port all the shops were shut
On board the Boutique anything over a 32" waist was a no no,, as it was in most of the ports of call :-(
Gary, one thing I always travel with (as a large sized person) is "chub-rub"! (I pack Calmoseptine). Heat rash is no fun!
Omg. I have been suffering with heat rash every summer my whole life and nothing helps but to stay inside. I've never heard of this ointment before now. this helps your heat rash?
Hello Barbara,how are you doing
I always take a nightlight and/or a flashlight. The dental kit is a great idea!
I also take a little blow-up swim ring that fits in my bag, just in case.
Hello how are you doing
Hearing protection. Loud noise raises your blood pressure and makes you tired. Planes, subways, crowds - you never know when a situation will get too loud. On a long plane trip I insert the waxy earplugs then listen to music with earphones. The music goes right through the earplugs, but the engine noise does not. Pick high music like flute, mandolin, etc.
So we were on a cruise that had three legs. Brooklyn to UK; UK round trip which included stops in Germany; and then UK to Brooklyn.
We almost always take our passports ashore but we were told this is a bad idea when it's not needed. Well in the daily program it said we did not need to take our passports into Germany so we decided for the first time ever to lock it in our safe.
WRONG! What the daily program forgot to say was that you didn't need your passport in Germany if ONLY you were from the UK or the EU. But we were from the US. So there we were in Germany trying to get back on the ship with no passport.
It all worked out but it was very frustrating and upsetting.
How long was that cruise? So sorry for your troubles.