The 25 Cruise Essentials We Pack on Every Cruise

Regardless of the cruise region or length, there are some cruise essentials all cruisers need to pack for their next voyage. We share the 25 items we pack for every cruise, and you should too, in this brand-new video!

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THE 25 CRUISE ESSENTIALS WE PACK FOR A CRUISE
0:00 Introduction
0:43 Magnets
1:24 Refillable Water Bottle
2:05 Over the Door Shoe Organizer
3:19 Power cords and Chargers
4:23 Portable Powerpacks
5:22 Passport and Cruise Documents
6:30 Credit Cards and Cash
8:30 Extra Prescription Medications
9:00 Bathing Suit
9:45 Suntan Lotion and Accessories
10:54 Lanyard
11:20 Comfortable Shoes
12:27 Hand Sanitizer
13:13 Some Toiletries
14:00 Day bag
14:50 Seasickness Medications
15:40 Ziploc Bags
16:22 Extra Layers
17:00 One Formal Outfit
17:40 Itch Relief and First Aid Items
18:23 Drybags
19:09 Nightlight
19:50 Towel Clips
20:42 Luggage Scale
21:20 Gear for Kids

WHAT TO PACK ON A CRUISE
In our latest video, we have put together the ultimate cruise essentials packing list. This video shares the cruise essentials we take on every trip.

Regardless of the cabin category, we always take magnetic hooks as the cabin walls are metal. These hooks allow us to hang items like hats, bags, and wet clothes. Along with hooks, a lightweight over-the-door shore organizer is a cruise essential. You should bring this on a cruise for storing toiletries, small accessories, technology, jewelry, and other items.

Other musts you should pack on a cruise include a water bottle and a day bag. These come in handy when going ashore. Other items like Ziploc bags and drybags allow you to keep items dry and store them safely when on the ship or at a port of call. Of course, towel clips also come in handy when lounging on the pool deck or at the beach.

Regardless of the itinerary, other items on our cruise essentials packing list include all necessary medications and cash. We are often surprised by how many individuals fail to bring small bills or adequate money on a cruise.

Similarly, items like a bathing suit and suntan lotion are essential regardless of the destination--even in regions like Alaska. Many ships have indoor pools, and you can still get sunburned.

Regarding what to wear on a cruise, cruise essentials include some extra layers, as you might be cold on the ship or during an excursion. Plus, we always recommend at least one formal outfit. Getting dressed up and taking a few photos at least once is part of the fun of a cruise. If you are like us, and cruise packing means you max out your suitcase, a luggage scale is also recommended. This inexpensive tool has helped us avoid airline baggage fees when flying for a cruise.

Nowadays, all cruisers take several devices with them on a cruise. So, when it comes to cruise essentials, we always pack extra power cords and adapters for our cell phones, computers, and camera. Not to mention, a cruise-approved power adapter is a necessity as there are usually few outlets in cruise cabins. Additionally, portable power banks are also a lifesaver when you need to charge items ashore, in foreign countries, or merely walking around the ship.

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[Eatsleepcruise]

Do you have any other cruise essentials to add to this packing list? Let us know below.

[gloriabeckley]

The magnet hooks for clothes, schedules, etc maximizes every inch of a small cab. Having every thing accessible for your day makes life so much easier!

[bunnifer]

I bring a travel size spray bottle of Downy wrinkle release since you can’t bring an iron. That stuff actually works.

[simoneking]

Great list 👍🏾👍🏾 I like to bring a tray that I can take to the buffet so that I can get everything at one time. This is handy for me when cruising solo as I don’t like to leave my food or drink unattended.

[richardavery]

Sun protection may also include chap stick.

[ashleys]

I use packing cubes because they save space in the suitcase as they are intended. The other great thing is just putting the entire cube in a cruise ship drawer so it makes unpacking so fast on the the day of embakation. I also use a couple on the way home for dirty clothes so they are kept separated from clean clothes I didn't wear.

[nicholeknight]

Thank you, you answered all my questions

[amandacousins]

What should I bring and wear for my princess Alaska cruise from San Francisco on regal princess ship with a balcony stateroom

[stevebartley]

Stream2Sea sun screen and a rash guard are excellent items to take

[wbert]

@4:02 You say: "do not allow typical power ships." What is a power ship? What is a power cube? How does the cruise ship know you brought your own power ship? Thank you for a great video.

[mcrescoord]

Do you have links to these items? Thank you.

[voulaboyer]

Do you have any Links to all these items?

[hqgnxym]

My husband does not think we need to bring our passport in a port of call, I think you should always have it on you except while on the ship. Please confirm?

[Tobs]

Do you mind posting the link to your amazon recommended items?

[sharolynwells]

My sister is terrified of flying. So we're going to drive from Dallas to wherever we sail from.

[vonniebench]

Can a Passport card suffice on a Mexican excursion? If I have a copy of my passport, and the original passpost in our cabin?

[lolal]

OMG.... need another suitcase for all the extras !!
We do carry many of the items mentioned, however find the shoe organizer over kill & is not necessary unless your cruising for 15 days or much stuff to pack & & enjoy

[JenniferAntos]

Hand sanitizer is great however please be aware of how close you are to other people. I am highly allergic to the alcohol in it and can't breath around it.

[FearBeyond]

shoe organizer is not needed, lol. plenty of storage space in bathrooms

[CruizinGal]

Brought water bottles to ship but they wouldn’t let us through port security with them. Made us throw away and purchase one on board. Just wrong on every level! 😮