CARRY ON – What should you pack in your carry on?

(This info is for guests who check most of their luggage with the porters. Which I do.)

Getting onto the ship is usually a pretty long walk. You might also have times standing in waiting lines. That’s why I use a small wheeled suitcase so I don’t have to carry a heavy bag. I use this for my soda and the other things I want to keep with me. I don’t bother carrying a purse or even a backpack at this time.

Less is more but there are a few things you MUST “carry on” with you.

Items that are required to be carried onboard with you are:

• Boarding Pass
• Documents to prove your identity. Passport or birth certificate and government issued photo ID
• Canned soda/water/juice – 12, 12 oz CANS per person (if allowed by your cruise line)
• Wine or champagne – 1 – 750 ml bottle per adult (if allowed by your cruise line)
• Medical devices like your CPAP machine

Items that are recommended by experienced cruisers:

• Cash and any valuables
• Prescriptions and medications
• Electronics
• Important toiletries
• Lanyard for your sail & sign card
• Swimwear or change of clothes
• Pack essential things you think you would need until your suitcases are delivered to your cabin.

Remember that boarding a cruise ship is different than boarding a plane. You are not restricted by sizes of your toiletries, luggage weight, or carry on size – within reason.

ALWAYS CHECK THE CRUISE LINE POLICIES OF WHAT IS ALLOWED TO BRING ONBOARD.

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