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What should I pack? Posted on 10-19-2011

phd1974
Blacklick, OH
Good question. A lot of times it depends on your needs, but as a general guide, here is a list that you can use to help you pack properly. Be sure to bring things that you know will need and do not bring more than you need. Lugging around unnecessary items in airports and then having them lounging around, cluttering up your cabin room, is no fun. Again, this is by no means a de facto list of things to bring. This is only a guide to help you determine what you may or may not need.

NOTE: Some items you may not be allowed to take aboard an airplane and may need to be purchased once you get to the cruise departure city, after you have landed (liquids, razors, etc).
Travel Documents:
- Calling Card - Cash - Credit and ATM cards - Contact information fro credit card companies (in case you lose your card or it is stolen) - Cruise documents - Driver's license - E-tickets - Hotel reservations - Passport, visas, and photocopies - Traveler's checks

Personal Items:
- Body lotion - Conditioner - Cotton swabs - Eye drops - Floss - Hair care products - Lip balm - Nail clippers - Toothbrush - Toothpaste - Clothesline - Contact lenses and solution - Curling iron/straightener - Eye and Reading Glasses - Razors and shaving cream - Tissues - Cologne/perfume - Cosmetics - Deodorant - Feminine hygiene products - Hairbrush/comb - Hand sanitizer - Mouthwash - Shampoo - Toiletry bag

Clothing and Accessories:
- Dresses - Jewelry - Pajamas/Sleepwear - Raincoat/Poncho - Shirts - Slippers - Suit and Ties - Swimsuits - Underwear - Hat - Belt - Dress Shoes - Dress socks - Comfortable shoes (for walking long periods) - Pants - Sandals - Shorts - Socks - Sweater (for cool nights) - Sneakers - Watch - Extra hangars - Light jacket/fleece - Shower shoes - Stockings - Sweatshirt - T-shirts

Medication:
- Allergy pills - Cold medicine - Herbal supplements - Nausea and Diarrhea remedies - Sleep medications - Anti-itch cream - Contraceptive - Pain relievers - Vitamins - Bandages - First Aid Kit - Motion sickness remedies - Prescriptions

Gadgets:
- Camera and Charger - Cellphone and Charger - Laptop and accessories - MP3 player - Extra memory or film for camera - GPS - PDA - Spare batteries - Travel alarm clock - Walkie Talkies - Video camera and charger

Beach and Outdoors:
- Beach bag - Beach towel - Binoculars - Flashlight - Insect repellant - lighter - Sunglasses - Sunscreen - Umbrella - Water Bottle

Family Stuff:
- Baby food - Baby powder - Baby shampoo - Bibs - Bottles/Sippy cups - Changing pad - Children's books - Crayons/Markers - Diapers - Children's pain reliever -Coloring books - Snacks - Infant Formula - Pacifiers - Stroller - Swim diapers - Toys - Portable video gaming and games - Travel games - Wipes

Other Stuff:
- Playing Cards/Deck - Address Book - Chewing Gum - Pens - Plastic bags - Sewing kit
On the Plane:
- Books/Magazines - Earplugs - Eye mask - Travel blanket - Quart-size bag for liquids/gels

In The Car:
- Antifreeze - Jumper cables - Windshield wiper fluid - Driving directions - Keys - Ice scraper - Maps - Spare tire


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