Couples Cruise (Unofficial) Packing Guide

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1 Couples Cruise (Unofficial) Packing Guide Couple s Cruise didn t write this, a Blonde having a natural blonde moment did, so please don t blame them if you find a problem with the list. If you like the list, or have some ideas to add please me at ripadip@hotmail.com so I can update the list! Information I have included several different lists to help with your packing. First there are his and hers lists. There are list for packing your carry-on bags. There is a list for packing for the in port excursions. Finally there is a Master List with everything from all of the other lists on it. How Many Bags Should You Take? How many bags you want to take is up to you. Remember that the airlines will often charge extra for your bags EVEN THE FIRST BAG, (except the Southwest Airlines at two free bags per person). Our magic number is 6 luggage items. This provided us enough space for everything we took and enough space to pack all of the things we purchased or collected during the trip. 4 Bags that we check both on the airline and at the ship terminal. 1 Backpack style for carry on (both the plane and the ship) o Also used on shore excursions 1 Medium roller style bag for carry on (that will fit in the overhead bin of the airplane)

2 For the two carry-on bags we take with us, the roller bag contains things we need should our luggage be late. The backpack contains things we need quick access to at the cruise ship terminal. The backpack is also nice because you can use it as a day pack during shore excursions. Add a colored ribbon or something similar to your bags, something that will make it standout. At the end of the cruise, your bag will have been picked up the night before arrival at the terminal. When you get off the boat, your bags will be in a large warehouse style room that contains the bags of approximately 2,000+ fellow cruisers. Having something unique to help your spot your bag from afar is a great idea! General Packing Considerations Remember when packing leave room for items you collect during the trip. If you arrive the night before, you can reorganize your bags before you get on the boat. We pack one way for the trip to Tampa and then changed out a few things for the trip onto the boat. We had 6 bags, we did two as carry-on bags and checked 4 curbside. We could have checked everything if we wanted to. I believe it is wise not to check certain things such as medications, valuables, and basic toiletry items. We also had swimsuits, beach wraps, and our dinner clothes for that evening in our carry-on. We were glad we did so because one of our bags was held up and we did not get it until after dinner. How Many Days to Pack For? The Cruise is 6 days and 5 nights. It s a lifestyle cruise so you have an excuse to get your sexy outfits outs. But remember that on Saturday morning, whatever you wear off the boat should be Vanilla World appropriate. Packing for a cruise is not like packing for other types of vacations. Packing for a Couples Cruise trumps them all. Remember that it will be very warm and humid. If you are coming from Michigan or Iowa, you may want to brave the elements and wear shorts and T-shirts when you get on the plane, or change once you get to Tampa. Remember to bring a sweater for the plane ride to and from. For us, we are arriving mid-afternoon on Saturday, so the list below starts then.

3 Outfit Summary Activity Her Him Saturday Day Dinner Evening Sunday Day Dinner Evening Monday Day Dinner Evening Tuesday Day Dinner Evening Wednesday Day Dinner Evening Thursday Day Dinner Evening Pre-Party in Tampa Pre-Party in Tampa Depart Caribbean Casual for Dinner 80's Party Cruising Formal Night for Dinner Pajama Party Night Belize City Mardi Gras Night Playa Del Carmen Pirates & Wenches Ball Friday Day Dinner Evening Crusing Dress in Blue Night Saturday Return to Port Appropriate for Trip Home Appropriate for Trip Home Day Dinner Traveling Back to Las Vegas Back in Las Vegas (early Evening evening)

4 Packing Your Carry On I suggest you take two carry on pieces with you; a backpack and a medium sized roller bag. Keep your travel documents with you at all times! Inside the Backpack put; Airline Tickets Book, magazines, or handheld games to pass the time Bottled water (for the time spent in line) Camera and/or Video Camera Condoms o Condoms are not provided for on the cruise (however they can be purchased) o Bring some with you in your backpack in case you run into early action! Cover or wrap for over the swimsuit Flip flops Luggage Tags Provided by Royal Caribbean o Put one on every luggage item before you arrive at the terminal. o Best to wait until after your flight so they don t get stripped off by the airlines. Medical Insurance Cards Medications o Prescribed and over-the counter o Remember your medications for seasickness Passports Snacks Sun Glasses Sun Screen Swimsuits (his and hers, you cannot go naked until 1 hour after setting sail) Travel Documents (including boarding paperwork) o See Travel Document Checklist Below Inside the Medium Roller Bag, we put; Address book (so you can send everyone post cards) Clothes for the evening dinner (in case the bag with your dress arrives late) Expensive Jewelry or other items of high value List of Friends on Board with their Stateroom Numbers Shoes for the evening dinner Toiletries

5 Travel Document Checklist Airline Tickets Contact Numbers for Bank and Credit Cards o In case they are lost or stolen Driver s License or another government issued photo id o Keep it packed, this is more of a back-up than anything else Guest Ticket Booklet Receipts for anything purchased in advance of the trip. o Excursions o Water packages o Soda packages o Wine packages o Juice packages Passports Pre-Cruise Planner Summary (of what you have purchased prior to cruise) SetSail Pass IMPORTANT Create a copy set of everything in this list and put it into one of your non-carryon luggage items.

6 Master Packing List This is the master packing list. Some things listed here are redundant or included in other lists. Clothing and toiletries are on the his and hers lists. Address Books Airline Tickets Alarm Clock Anti-bacterial hand solution Batteries for Camera and other devices Beach Bag/Pool Bag Binoculars Books/Magazines Camera and/or Video Camera o Remember extra memory cards to hold photos and bring extra batteries o If you are old school and your camera is not digital, don t forget your film. Clothing (see his and hers lists) Collapsible bags o Take one or two packed in your luggage to bring your souvenirs back in. Condoms (there are none provided by the cruise) Contact Cards! o Take along contact cards (like business cards). You will meet lots of fun people onboard and will want to keep in touch! Contact Lenses (extras if they are disposables) & Contact Cleaning Solutions Cork Screw (if you plan on taking a bottle to your room) o Reminder: Pack this in checked luggage only. Cover or Wrap for over the swimsuit Crazy Glue o Fixes almost anything include hems, shoe heals, luggage etc. Credit Cards o It is wise to alert your credit card company that you are traveling outside of your normal area. Curling Iron or Hot Rollers Duct Tape (Small Roll) o Fixes everything Electrical device chargers o If you are bringing an ipad, Kindle, Laptop or other device remember the charger. Extension Cord and/or Multi-outlet power strip

7 Flip Flops Flashlight Handi-wipes Hats (Baseball and Sun Hats) Language Phrase Book List of friends on board and their stateroom numbers Luggage Tags (in case yours are torn off or lost) o Those provided by Royal Caribbean o Extra identification tags in case yours are torn off. Magnifying Mirror Medical Insurance Cards Medications o Prescribed Medications o Dramamine or Gravol for Sea Sickness, or Seasickness Patch such as Transderm SCOP (Scopolamine) o Anti-acids or Pepto Bismol (you will have some rich meals offered to you) o Aspirin, Tylenol, or Advil Music; ipod, Walkman, etc. Nightlight Passports Permanent Black and Silver Markers o Write your departure times on the back of your hands o Mark your bags and carry-ons o Use a Permanent Silver Marker to mark black items such as suitcases Phone charger Playing Cards Pocket Alarm Clock o A safety net for shore excursions. Set it such that it provides lots of time to get back to the ship before it sets sail. It will leave without you. Post-It Notes (one or two pads) Pre-paid International Phone Card o This is for emergencies Rain Coat o For excursions; compact poncho or disposable rain coat works best Robes o Remember robes, towels, or underwear is the dress code for the orgy rooms on deck 6. Having a nice robe is handy for going to and from this area. Sewing Kit Steamer for Clothes

8 o The do not allow irons on board Sun Glasses Sun Screen Swimsuits Recommending Two (2) Per Person o One to spare in case the other is wet Underwater Camera (if on a diving adventure) Tape Toiletries (see his and hers lists) Toys Travel Documents (see the list) Travel Journal Travel Umbrella Water Proof Case for Ids/Passports and Money Watch make sure you get back to the ship on time it will leave without you. Whiteboard (Magnetic) o 8 ½ x 11 whiteboard o For you to leave messages for people & they can leave message for you! o Post pictures around it, decorate o Attach post-it notes around your whiteboard for messages o Attach a whiteboard marker on a string for people to leave messages Writing Stationary & Pens

9 Women s Clothing Recommendations Belts Bras o Include a strapless if needed for evening wear o Bring an extra in case one gets wet. Brushes/Combs Clothing Cruise Days (2 this cruise) o Beachwear o Capri pants o Sandals, Flip flops, athletic shoes (you have to wear foot wear in the eating areas) o Shirts; sleeveless, T-shirts, tank tops, bikini tops o Shorts o Swimsuits o Tropical Themed Shirts o Wrap (you need a wrap to enter the eating areas) Clothing Excursion Days (a shore) (2 this cruise) o Beachwear o Capri Pants o Shirts; sleeveless, T-shirts, tank tops o Shorts o Slacks o Swimsuit (where appropriate) o Tropical Themed Shirts o Walking Shoes o Walking Socks (Cotton suggested, always bring extra) Clothing Dinner o Day 1 Tropical Wear Dresses; Sun dresses, spaghetti strap dresses Shorts and Tropical (Hawaiian) Shirts Tropical Themed Tops and Skirts or Slacks o Day 2 Formal Night Cocktail Dress Evening Gown o Day 3 & 4 No Theme (but dress to impress) Cocktail Dresses Playwear that covers to an acceptable level Sexy dresses and skirts o Day 5 Blue Night

10 Blue shirt/blouse Blue slacks Blue skirt Blue cocktail dress Blue playwear (that is appropriate) Clothing Nightly Theme o Day 1 80 s New Wave Party o Day 2 Pajama Party o Day 3 Mardi Gras Ball o Day 4 Pirates & Wenches Ball o Day 5 Blue Night Evening Shoes o Shoes for special events Exercise Clothes Jewelry o Suggest you do not wear valuable jewelry. o Do not wear valuable jewelry on short excursions Lingerie Hats Head Scarves Night Gowns or PJs Pajamas o Bring a special set for Pajama night Panties o Bringing extra is wise Purses (Day and Evening) Shoes o Athletic Shoes o Deck Shoes o Flip Flops o Hiking Boots for some excursions that require hiking o Sandals o Shoes for evening wear o Sexy shoes pumps and sandals o Walking Shoes (for excursions) Sweater (light for evenings on deck) Sweatshirt Sundries o Dental Floss o Deodorant

11 o Hair Gel o Hair Spray o Hand & Body Lotion (it gets dry) o Make-up & Make-up Remover o Mouthwash o Nail clippers (pack in checked baggage) o Nail file o Nail Polish & Nail Polish Remover o Razor o Shampoo & Conditioner o Shaving Cream o Tampons or Pads o Toothbrush o Toothpaste o Tweezers Shorts Socks o Dress socks o Walking socks o Bring extra pairs so you can change your socks for walking shore excursions Stockings and Pantyhose Swim Suits (suggest bringing two) o Extra Bikini Tops Walking Sandals Windbreaker Jacket Workout clothes and jogging bra

12 Men s Clothing Recommendations Belts Clothing Cruise Days (2 this cruise) o Beachwear o Sandals, Flip flops, athletic shoes (you have to wear foot wear in the eating areas) o Shirts; sleeveless, T-shirts, tank tops o Shorts o Slacks o Swimsuits o Tropical Themed Shirts Clothing Excursion Days (a shore) (2 this cruise) o Beachwear o Shirts; sleeveless, T-shirts, tank tops o Shorts o Slacks o Swimsuit (where appropriate) o Tropical Themed Shirts o Walking Shoes o Walking Socks (Cotton suggested, always bring extra) Clothing Dinner o Day 1 Tropical Wear Dockers or relaxed pants Shorts and Tropical (Hawaiian) Shirts o Day 2 Formal Night Suit and Tie Tuxedo Contact Royal Caribbean ahead of the cruise and rent a tux! Dress pants, dress shirt, tie Shirt with cufflinks Remember to bring your own cufflinks o Day 3 & 4 No Theme (but dress to impress) Dockers Dress slacks Light Sport Jackets Tropical Shirts o Day 5 Blue Night Blue Pants and Shirt

13 Blue Shorts and Shirt Blue Sports Jacket Clothing Nightly Theme o Day 1 80 s New Wave Party o Day 2 Pajama Party o Day 3 Mardi Gras Ball o Day 4 Pirates & Wenches Ball o Day 5 Blue Night Hats Baseball or anything else that will keep the sun off your head Pajamas Robe (works best for going to and from the orgy room) Shirts o Casual Shirts o Tropical Themed Shirts Shoes o Athletic Shoes o Flip Flops o Deck ( docksider ) shoes o Hiking Boots for some excursions that require hiking o Sandals o Shoes for evening wear o Walking Shoes Socks o Dress Socks o Walking Socks (cotton) Suit or Tuxedo Sundries o Dental Floss o Deodorant o Electric Razor o Hair Gel o Nail clippers o Mouthwash o Razor o Shampoo & Conditioner o Shaving Cream o Toothbrush o Toothpaste Sport Jacket Sweater for evenings on deck

14 Sweatshirt Swim Suit Ties Underwear (boxers and/or briefs Windbreaker Jacket Workout clothing

15 Day Pack Guide This list is of things you should pack into your Day Pack when you go ashore at the various ports of calls. Remember to pack things appropriate for your excursion. This list may not have everything you want to take with you and may have other things you may want to leave behind. Binoculars Camera and/or Video Camera o Check your batteries before you go Change of Socks Insect Repellent o (a must for some of the more inland excursions like the Mayan ruins) Garbage Sack, heavy plastic. o If you are caught in a down pour away from shelter or the boat, you can put your pack and items you want to keep dry inside the bag. Rain Gear Travel Umbrella Sun Hats Sun Screen Swim Suit (if you are heading to the beach) Sail Pass & Passport

16 What You Cannot Take On Board Weapons of any kind Drugs Candles or Incense Clothes Irons Coffee Makers Hot Plates Baseball Bats (or any other kind of club) Hockey Sticks Bow & Arrows Skateboards Surfboards Pepper Spray Handcuffs Any flammable liquids Fireworks or explosives HAM Radios Harmful chemicals include household items like Bleach Alcohol Scissor greater than 4 in length

17 Tips: z When you are packed and ready to go, wrap your bags around the center with 2 Blue Painter s tape. Next write Royal Caribbean Radiance Terminal 3, Cabin #### Sail Date 4/25. Why do this? Should the airlines lose your bags most will make an effort to deliver your bags before sail time to the terminal. The painter s tape won t leave any messy glue on your luggage. z When we received our luggage which will be delivered to your stateroom, we unloaded everything into the ample drawers and closets available in the room. We then stowed our luggage under the bed. This is a reason to avoid the very wide bags that won t fit under a typical bed. z Never pack anything in your luggage you cannot stand to lose forever. z Tape your name, address and phone number on the inside of each piece of luggage. z Leave space in your bag for things you collect during the cruise. You will likely leave with more than you came with. Bringing a collapsible bag or two can also help with packing items off of the boat at the end of the cruise. z Things such as medications (over the counter), film, batteries, sundries can be purchase on the boat, but they are very expensive. Bring your own if you can. z Bring the small sample sized bottles of liquid sundries, they take less luggage space and you won t feel bad about leaving them behind if you run out of packing space due to things you collect on your cruise.

18 z Put your valuables in the room safe as soon as you arrive. Keep your passports there when you are not using them. z Taking a Camel Pack along is great for strenuous excursions that require hiking or where water might not be readily available. z A Day Pack is a near must. It makes a great carry-on and provides a space to put items you will need while shore in during port excursions. Fanny packs also work great on excursions. z You will be in the tropics cotton clothing is best. Wear cotton socks on excursions on-shore. Having a blister during a while out site seeing is not fun. z There are laundry services on the boat, it s pretty pricy. z Leave the dryer clean plastic on your outfits, they will wrinkle less in transit. We ask our dry cleaner to individual wrap items we are taking on the cruise. We pay about $0.25 extra to our cleaner to have shirts folded for the trip and its worth it. z Coffee drinkers bring a large travel mug with you. They will fill it up in the Wind Jammer Café. z Walkie-Talkies are handy if you are traveling with a group and want to stay in touch with each other on the boat and on excursions.