It is one particular find it difficult to fit a week's price of clothing and toiletries right into a carry-on suitcase. But it's a wholly different kind of test if you are planning on a cruise! There are some unique challenges to packing for a cruise:
- Flying – Despite your every effort to carry-on for many trips, you may be better off just planning to check a suitcase. Timewise, this works recommended that you are flying in the night before, that is highly recommended. If you're flying at the time of the cruise, make sure to allow lots of time to collect your checked baggage.
- Hotel beforehand – If you're remaining in expensive hotels the night before (that we recommend), pack a smaller separate bag with your clothes for your overnight. You really do not need to search through your carefully packed main bag only for one change of clothing. If you're checking your primary suitcase, just pack a tote bag with a change of clothing and your basic toiletries.
- Multiple outfit changes – More than likely, you will need at least two outfits per day (one for the daytime activities and something for your evening dinner and activities). This quantity of clothing can add upright! Try to organize around re-wearing clothing. You do not necessarily need an entire outfit for every dinner within the dining room. I usually pack one black skirt, one pair of black linen pants, and tops which will match both. Don't forget a wrap since those dining rooms can get quite chilly!
There are entire websites and blogs dedicated to cruise packing so these are merely a few highlights. I love this method of travel so perhaps we can go to a few more tips later on!
