Taking a cruise is a very popular way to travel and see the world. It is also one of the most unique and convenient ways because most cruises are all inclusive, meaning you don’t need to worry about separately purchasing food, lodging or transportation. While those things are taken care of for you, there are some items you will want to bring with you on a cruise. If you’ve never taken a cruise before and aren’t familiar with what you should have with you, here are 18 things that you should bring on a cruise.
1. Passport
First of all, you have to remember your passport. You’ll need it to board the ship since most cruises are international and will stop in different countries.
2. Credit Cards and Local Currency
Bring your credit cards in case of an emergency and local currency for your destinations.
3. Waterproof Valuables Bag
Speaking of valuables, the next item you’ll want to have is a waterproof bag for your phone, money and passport.
4. Portable Phone Charger
Along with your regular phone charger, it’s a good idea to have a portable one for when you are out and about on an excursion.
5. Travel Outlet Adapter
If you’re on an international cruise, you may be on a ship that has different outlets. Bring an international outlet adapter so you can charge your devices no matter what kind of outlet there is.
6. Sunscreen
A lot of cruises, especially the cruises from Fort Lauderdale, travel to tropical destinations known for beaches and time in the sun. Therefore, it’s important to bring sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun.
7. Dramamine
If you get motion sickness or if you are not sure if you will on a cruise ship, make sure to bring Dramamine or another medicine to help.
8. Sea Bands
Another way to deal with motion sickness is to wear a Sea Band. Sea Bands are wristbands that use acupressure to deal with the nausea from motion sickness. These are a good option if you don’t want to use a drug and you want to be able to reuse it.
9. Hand Sanitizer
On a cruise you will be around lots of people and going lots of places. It’s good to bring hand sanitizer with you for when you want to clean your hands.
10. Backpack or Bag
With all these items with you, you’ll need a way to carry them. Bring a small backpack or a travel bag that you can use for exploring or for going to the beach.
11. Walking Shoes
You will probably be doing a lot of walking while on a cruise. Not only are the ships very big, but cruises make multiple stops in different destinations where you will be able to walk around and explore.
12. Flip Flops
Along with your walking shoes, bring a pair of flip flops for the beach or the pool.
13. Hat
Cruises often go to places that are very sunny, so bring a hat that will protect your face from the sun.
14. Sunglasses
Another item to bring for the sun is sunglasses so you can look out into the ocean from the ship without the sun hurting your eyes.
15. Snorkeling Gear
If you’re going on a cruise that has tropical destinations, there will be opportunities for you to go snorkeling. If you don’t want to have to rent it, you can bring your own snorkeling gear.
16. Jacket
The air conditioning on cruise ships can be very cold, so bring a jacket for while you’re on the ship.
17. Swim Suit Cover Up
The ship will likely have pools that you can relax at and your cruise will likely stop at destinations with great beaches. Bring a swim suit cover up so you can walk around the ship comfortably.
18. Formal Attire
Cruises often have fancy dinners and events that you can attend so bring at least one outfit that is formal attire.
If you’re about to go on a cruise, make sure to bring these items with you.
