HOW SHOULD YOU PACK FOR A CRUISE?
If you re flying make sure
you pack to thank into consideration security consideration.
Packing for a cruise is like packing for any resort-based vacation.
You'll want to bring comfortable, casual clothing for daytime on board
and in port, and swimsuits and workout clothes for pools, Jacuzzis,
saunas and health clubs. To be prepared for dinner in the dining room,
check out Dress Codes.
Think about the kind of shore excursions you may take and pack
accessories, where appropriate, such as hiking boots, ponchos or rain
gear, fleece jackets and snorkel gear.
Pack all of your medications, prescription or otherwise, in a bag you
can carry onto your flights. Obtain extra prescriptions from your
physician for any medications you are currently taking and carry them
with you.
Most ships have 110-volt outlets in every cabin, which will
accommodate U.S.-built hairdryers, travel irons and electric shavers.
Most new ships provide hairdryers as well.
Bring a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses for bright, sunny days on deck.
You'll have many opportunities to have your picture taken by the ship's
photographers, but you'll naturally want to bring your own camera or
video camera as well.
