CRUISE 9

Essential Cruise Packing List

Going on a cruise? Nice! Here are the 9 essential items you should pack to make your trip smooth sailing:

1. Travel Documents & Essentials

Passport (even for closed-loop cruises, in case of emergencies)
Cruise tickets & boarding passes
Travel insurance details
Credit card & some cash (for tips or onshore shopping)

2. Medications & First Aid

Prescription meds (in original bottles)
Motion sickness remedies (Dramamine, Sea-Bands, or patches)
Pain relievers & basic first aid (band-aids, anti-nausea, antihistamines)

3. Comfortable Clothing

Lightweight outfits for daytime excursions
Swimsuits & cover-ups
Formalwear for gala nights (if required)
A light jacket or sweater (cruises can get chilly at night)

4. Power Strip & Adapters

Most cabins have limited outlets—bring a non-surge-protected power strip
USB charging hub for devices

5. Sun Protection

High-SPF sunscreen
Sunglasses & a sun hat
Aloe vera gel (for sunburn relief)

6. Waterproof Phone Pouch

Great for protecting your phone while at the beach, pool, or during excursions

7. Reusable Water Bottle

Stay hydrated onboard & on excursions—most ships have refill stations

8. Small Daypack or Tote Bag

For carrying essentials on shore excursions (cash, sunscreen, camera, ID)

9. Cruise-Specific Extras

Lanyard (to keep your cruise card handy)
Magnetic hooks (cabin walls are metal—great for extra storage)
Seasickness bands (even if you don’t usually get motion sick)
Bonus: If you’re a light sleeper, earplugs & an eye mask can help with noisy hallways and bright mornings!

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