Luxury Cruise Vacations » Packing

Packing More than Clothes for Your Luxury Cruise Vacation

admin — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Once you have all of your clothes ready for your luxury cruise vacation and are ready for all the formal nights and windy days on the beaches, you need to pack everything else. Just remember to keep your carry-on luggage as light as possible. Never leave your carry-on luggage unattended at an airport.

All important documentation like you passport and identification should be with you at all times in your carry-on luggage. If you are required to take medication, this should be packed in your carry-on. If you must bring valuables such as jewelry with you on your trip, keep it close to your person or locked in a safe all of the time.

Be sure to abide by airport regulations when packing your toiletries and keep all liquids under three ounces. You will probably want to put items such as shampoo and lotions in a plastic storage bag in case of spills.

Be sure to keep a wireless cellular phone with you at all times. These can be used when you are near land to contact family members or travel agents. You can arrange for a taxi when you return or lodging if you plan a late return.

Throw in a couple emergency items like a pair of walkie-talkies, a flashlight and a hairdryer and you are good to go.

Packing Your Clothes for a Luxury Cruise Vacation

admin — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 +0000

When you are planning your vacation on a luxury cruise, it is important to pack properly to keep your vacation relaxing and free of stress.

Try to pack articles of clothing that are versatile. For instance, a long skirt can be paired with a blazer for a formal lunch or a sequined tank for a night on the dance floor.

There are nights that are referred to as formal on most luxury cruises. However, these are not completely formal. Bring clothes that you would be comfortable wearing to a wedding and you should be fine. If you so choose, it is possible to avoid formal wear the entire length of your trip. Take a nap at dinnertime and enjoy the midnight buffet or have room service on formal night.

Most cruises offer some form of laundry service to its passengers. You may be better off to pack less clothes and plan to do a wash during your vacation to avoid taking too many clothes. If you bring fewer clothes with you, you will have more room for souvenir hats, gifts and t-shirts.

It is recommended that you leave your expensive jewelry and valuables at home while you are on your luxury cruise vacation.

Preparing to Pack for a Luxury Cruise Vacation

admin — Sat, 10 May 2008 00:00:00 +0000

One of the most important questions you must ask yourself when you are planning for your luxury vacation cruise is “What am I going to wear?” There are so many things to do on a luxury cruise. There is sophisticated formal dining as well as informal casual dining. You may need a bathing suit and other poolside attire. You may want to take in a show or participate in an activity. You will also need clothing for getting off the ship when it stops at ports. It is a good idea to ask an agent for the cruise for packing suggestions.

You will most likely be flying to the port where the ship is docked. So, before you pack anything, check with your local airport and TSA for a list of all of the rules and regulations for traveling on an airplane. Once you are familiar with all of the prohibitions, you are ready to start packing.

You will be able to purchase some items on the ship, but usually at a much higher than normal price. Therefore, it is best to take some things with you, such as your camera. Film can be quite expensive, so you may want to invest in a digital camera, which is a great way to save space.