Author: Mikey Rox / Source: Wise Bread
Dollar for dollar, cruise vacations are some of the most affordable getaway deals available — and you can save even more money on board when you arrive fully prepared. If you’re ready to set sail, don’t leave home without these cruise-ship must-haves. (See also: 5 Most Affordable Cruise Lines for Families)
1. Documentation and identification
Before you leave the house for your excursion, triple check that you and everyone in your party has proper identification not only to travel domestically (assuming you have to fly to get to the port of departure), but also internationally, if that’s part of your itinerary.
That means government-issued IDs and passports, but also copies of these documents (plus maybe your birth certificate) just in case of an emergency mid-trip. If you have to replace any of these items quickly to get home, your copies will help speed up the process. You should also keep a paper copy of your travel insurance with you in the event you can’t access the digital file online.2. Motion-sickness medicine
You might think you won’t get motion sickness on such a large boat, but these ships can really sway if the ocean is choppy. It’s a good idea to pack a vial of Dramamine or bring along an anti-nausea band, like the ones from NoMo. The bands are infused with peppermint oil to settle a queasy stomach.
3. Comfortable shoes
Cruise ships are massive, and you’ll do plenty of walking on board if you like to participate in the many available activities. Plus, you’ll be on your feet sightseeing in your ports of call, and you’ll want to have comfortable footwear for that. Flip-flops are great for low-impact days, but you’ll eventually want to cut your feet off if those are the only shoes you’ve packed.
4. Daypack
I carry a daypack with me wherever I go — a habit I developed living in big cities — and it’s always been convenient for me to have everything I need for my day.
On the cruise, your backpack will eliminate having to visit your room several times a day, and you’ll also find it easier to carry souvenirs in your ports as you keep your hands free to have another daiquiri. (See also: The 5 Best Travel Backpacks)5. Sunscreen
You already know you have to bring your sunscreen — because even on cloudy days above deck you can get burned — but also remember to bring enough sunscreen, especially if you’re traveling with children. You’ll get it much cheaper in your local stores than you will on board or in the ports of call. (See also: The 5 Best Sunscreens)
6. Dressy dinner attire
If you want to attend the fancy-pants dinners on ship, make sure you bring dressy, cocktail attire. Anything you’d wear to someone’s wedding is ideal.
7. Waterproof phone case
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