Travel Documents, Funds And Papers
- Tickets to board the ship and if applicable Airline Tickets.
- Passports, and any other documents to enter countries being visited, e.g. Visas
- Cruise documents
- Cruise itinerary
- Proof of purchase for any shore trips
- Details of Travel insurance with phone numbers
- If needed Drivers Licences, it's a good idea to take these just in case.
- Details of any medical prescriptions
- Credit cards it might be an idea call credit card companies in advance of your cruise. When using cards abroad the cards can get flagged as potential fraudulent use.
- Currency as well as any Travellers cheques
- If needed a language phrase book.
- Phone numbers in the case of an emergancy
Medicines and Sundries
- Prescription drugs or other important medication (in carry-on bag)
- Bonine/dramamine
- Antibiotic cream
- Anti-itch cream
- Anti-diarrhoea medication
- Band-aids
- Tylenol, Advil, Aleve and/or aspirin
- Sunscreen
- Sunblock for lips
- Moisturiser
- Anti-bacterial hand cleaner
- Insect repellant (very important)
- Stain remover stick and Woolite
- Ear plugs
- Vaseline or lip moisturizer
- Make-up, make-up mirror and make-up bag
- Make-up remover and cleanser
- Nail polish/polish remover
- Perfume
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Hair gel and hair spray (non-aerosol)
- Deodorant
- Toothbrush, toothpaste and dental floss
- Feminine hygiene products
- Razor and shaving gel
- Brush/comb
- Blow dryer, curling iron or curlers
Cameras And Other Electronic Equipment
- Camera(s)
- Camera bag(s) - at least one waterproof bag
- Video camera
- Batteries
- Extra digital camera memory cards
- Extra film (do not put film in checked luggage)
- Battery charger
- Cell phone and charger
- Plug adaptors and converters
- Laptop computer
- PDA and charger
- iPod and charger
- Small lighted travel clock with alarm
- Small flashlight
- Night light
- Kids' electronic equipment and batteries
- Walkie-talkie equipment for staying in touch
- T-shirts or polo shirts - both short-sleeved and long sleeved
- Long-sleeved dress shirts
- Jeans
- Sweatshirts and sweaters
- 1-2 pairs of shorts
- Casual and dress slacks
- Bathing suits
- Workout clothes
- Sport jacket
- Dark suit or tuxedo
- Tuxedo tie, suspenders, cummerbund, cufflinks/studs
- Tuxedo shirt
- Ties
- Belts
- Pajamas
- Underwear
- Socks - bring plenty
- Sandals/flip-flops
- Running shoes/walking shoes - comfortable shoes for walking and hiking
- Dress shoes
- Windbreaker jacket
- Fleece jacket or vest
- Sweatshirt or sweater
- Rain jacket or poncho with hood
- Hats - light cap and warm hat
- Gloves
- Watch
- Light backpack, tote bag or fanny pack for hiking
- Long underwear (especially if sailing in May or September)
- Books or magazines
- Glasses (bring extras) or contact lenses
- Contact lens cleaner
- Sunglasses
- Reading sunglasses
- Guidebooks
- Business cards
- Addresses for sending postcards to folks back home
- Notebook or journal
- Maps
Other Helpful Items
- Zip lock bags (both quart and gallon)
- Small umbrella or poncho (one for each person)
- Binoculars
- Empty folding tote or duffle (to use for souvenirs)
- Sewing kit
- Travel pillow
- Extra luggage tags
- Duct tape
- Power strip
Women's Cruise Clothing, based on Two Formal Nights
- 4-6 shirts - bring both t-shirts and long sleeved shirts
- Jeans or khakis
- 1-2 pairs of shorts (Alaska can be hot sometimes)
- Sweatshirts and sweaters
- Bathing suits
- Cover-up
- Dresses for informal nights
- 2 cocktail/formal dresses
- Dresses or slacks for casual nights
- Blouses
- Underwear (bras, panties, slip, camisole)
- Pantyhose
- Nightgowns
- Socks - bring plenty
- Sandals/flip-flops
- Running shoes/walking shoes - comfortable shoes for walking and hiking
- Dress shoes
- Workout clothes
- Windbreaker jacket
- Rain jacket or waterproof poncho with hood
- Fleece jacket or vest
- Purses/bags
- Light backpack, tote bag or fanny pack for hiking
- Belts
- Jewelry
- Watch
- Warm hat and light scarf
- Gloves
- Long underwear (especially if sailing in May or September)
