Packing for a 7-night cruise can be daunting. You can't just run out to Walmart and pick up what you forgot. Today I want to run through what we will be bringing with us.
Carry-on Bag
If you've seen my previous posts you'll know that I use the Weekend Bag from Vera Bradley. This bag is big enough to be used as a diaper bag/carryon and fits everything I need!
-Laptop
-Wallet
-Diapers & Wipes
-Travel Documents and Confirmation Numbers
-Nook
-Baby Toys
My husband will use a small rolling suitcase as his carry0on that is actually the baby's suitcase. That way we usually only have to check 2 bags. We'll rearrange stuff once we arrive as this carry-on will be used to bring some wine and alcohol on board.
Checked Bags
Hubby and I usually each bring one large suitcase but this time since we'll need 2 outfits a day, plus a bunch of other things we don't normally bring (Halloween Costumes) we might end up with 2 regular suitcases and another small one.
-We will each need 8 day time outfits plus I need to set aside our traveling outfits for Friday. For day time activities on the ship we'll just be packing shorts, T's and Tank Tops. We only have on excursion planned so we don't need to worry about anything special.
-We'll need 7 dinner outfits; this includes 5 regular dinners, 1 semi-formal night and 1 formal night. Disney's official policy for the Main Dining Room is no shorts, swimwear or tank tops. We break this rule just slightly as my hubby packs golf shorts. We still like to dress nicely and I will have several dresses packed.
-Bathing Suits
-Underwear/Undergarments
-Shoes; mostly sandals for the ship but we'll also pack sneakers for our excursion to the Mayan Ruins and some dress shoes for dinner.
-Halloween Costumes...while still top secret, rest assured they won't take up too much space!
-Toiletries (makeup, shampoo/conditioner, sunscreen, etc) Can't forge the baby's bath toys!
-Fish Extender Gifts
-Kennedy's bag will also have some baby specific items like diaper cream,Tylenol, teething tablets, etc. Luckily we don't need to pack formula and baby food this trip!!
It's very easy to over pack on a trip like this so I like to have a list to stick to. I may not pack EVERYTHING on the list but it's a good guideline.
Packing List
- cruise documents & airline tickets
- passports/birth certificates
- driver's licenses and insurance cards
- credit cards (call credit card companies to alert them you are traveling)
- ATM card
- cash
- Tips for Porters both on embarkation and debarkation, room service and if you buy stuff in the ports
- 3 copies of airline tickets, cruise tickets, passports/visas, itinerary - pack 1 copy in carry on, 1 copy in checked luggage and leave one copy with someone at home
- contact numbers to report lost/stolen credit cards or traveler's checks
- emergency numbers at home
- prescription drugs and any other essential medications (carry-on bag)
- small first aid kit (band aids, Q-tips, vaseline, dramamine, antibiotic cream, bandages, anti-diarrheal medication, cortisone cream, aspirin/tylenol/advil)
- sun screen/sun block and lip sunblock
- germicidal hand cleaner
- body lotion/after sun care
- empty folding tote bag - for souvenirs and extras
- hats/caps/visors
- insulated large coffee mugs and/or refillable water bottles
- watch
- glasses, case, extra contacts, contact lens cleaner and case
- sunglasses
- reading material - books to read while on the plane or lounging by the pool
- journal or notebook and pen/pencil
- backpacks for daybags (double as kids' carry-ons)
- zip-topped bags, plastic grocery bags and/or garbage bags -- wet swimsuits, for extra garbage or if someone gets sick
- collapsible laundry hamper
- clear, plastic vertical hanging shoe organizer for toiletries in the bathroom
- small umbrella and/or rain ponchos
- camera (and disposable waterproof camera)
- binoculars
- extra film or memory cards
- extra batteries or battery charger (chords)
- iPod, iPhone, iPad, Kindle, Nintendo DS/charger
- laptop
- extension chord/power strip
MOM AND GIRLS
- Curling/Flat Iron/Rollers
- Comb/Brush
- Hair Products (mousse, oil, gel, spray)
- Shampoo/Conditioner (specialty)
- Shower Cap
- Face wash/make-up remover
- Deodorant
- Perfume/cologne
- Toothbrush/Toothpaste/Floss
- Tweezers
- Hand held mirror
- Make-up and Make-up Bag
- Moisturizer
- Nail Polish and Remover
- Nail Clippers and File
- Razor and Shaving Cream
- Bras (sports, strapless, regular)
- Undergarments, camisoles, slips
- PJs
- Exercise/walking socks
- Exercise clothes
- Belts
- Scarves
- Trouser Socks or Pantyhose
- Walking and Hiking Shoes
- Walking Sandals
- Swim Suit
- Swim Suit Cover-up
- Sandals, Flip Flops
- 5 Dresses/outfits for informal nights on ship
- Shorts
- Tops of All Types (sleeveless, short-sleeved, long-sleeved)
- Capri Pants, slacks, jeans
- 2 dresses/outfits for formal/semi-formal nights on ship
- Evening sweater, jacket or wrap
- Evening Bag/PurseEvening Shoes
- Costume Jewelry/Hair Accessories
DAD AND BOYS
- Shaving Kit /Shower Bag
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, mouthwash
- Razor and shaving cream
- Hair brush/comb
- Deodorant
- Pajamas/t-shirts and gym shorts
- Underwear, boxers, briefs, undershirts
- Socks - exercise, walking, evening wear
- Jeans
- Shorts
- Khaki Pants
- Belt
- Casual Shirts and Golf Shirts
- Long-sleeved tees or casual shirts
- Waterproof windbreaker jacket
- T-Shirts
- Exercise/workout clothes
- Comfortable walking shoes, casual shoes, dock siders, dress shoes
- Exercise/running Shoes
- Swimming Trunks
- Baseball cap/hat
- Slacks
- Dress shirts and ties
- Sport/dinner jacket
- Dark Suit or tuxedo
BABIES AND TODDLERS
- Diapers, swim diapers, wipes and baggies for soiled diapers
- Formula, jar food and dry snacks (pre-packaged only)
- Baby/toddler-sized eating utensils
- Pacifiers
- Plastic or disposable bottles, accessories and sippy cups
- Disposable bibs
- Favorite stuffed animals, books, coloring books, crayons and toys
- Infant backpack or front carrier
- Diaper bag
- Diaper rash ointment, PediaSure, teething ointment and other meds unique to babies and toddlers
- Pediatrician's emergency contact info
- Tear-free and allergy-free shampoo, body wash and lotion (sunblock, too)
- Water shoes (for tender feet)
- Miralax
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