Good call about the bonus reef shoes tip!! I ended up with a staph infection after getting coral stuck in my foot during a beach walk earlier this year! I saw a doctor within 24 hours, but it had acted SO fast! I promise you don't want to deal with this on your holiday, especially on a cruise ship!!
Hi, I just discovered your channel. Great tips, thanks! One tip we found helpful for packing with younger kids: for packing clothing in ziplock bags, rather than putting socks in one, underwear in another, etc, pack the basics in day by day lots. One bag contains a day's underwear, socks, t-shirt, shorts, whatever you know they'll wear for a day depending on the climate. Squish the air out so they lay really flat for packing, and write the child's name on the bag if the bags look similar. It makes finding and doling out the clothes so easy in the morning, and stops clean and dirty clothing getting muddled up together. The bags can then be used for dirty/damp clothing at the end of the day.
Hi Jean. Thanks for the comment and apologies for the delay in replying. What a fantastic idea. To be honest, you don't even need to limit that to the kids. I (Rob) often find myself scanning through the wardrobe in a morning wondering what to wear. That would definitely work for me too.
You guys are the BEST!! Love you guys, always informative and super funny. I love how you on so well and share everything together. Wonderful to watch. Watch all your videos! Thanks for sharing your experience.
This is so me I always clean the cabin before I unpack or do anything the handles need to be cleaned remote control toilet and so on I take it out at night too so I can wipe tables n chairs I’m obsessively clean. It’s the English in me too 🤭 xx we love cruising because I’m disabled so can not fly anymore so I absolutely love cruising. Thank you for your videos xx 💜🙏🏻💜💫
thanks for the tips! I'm going on my 1st ever cruise in just over 2 weeks leaving Brisbane on Royal caribbean. I'm nervous and excited. Strangely I watched your embarkation day video 1st, then your last next and watched everyone in between then this one last 🙃 You guys are so excitable it's contagious and I'm more excited. thankyou for your videos.
You're so right, Bels. My husband and I are about to go on our first ever cruise too and videos like this are so useful. It's the little things that people take for granted and don't think of.
@jasonw1000 it was absolutely amazing! The Brisbane terminal isn't much, I'd get a cab/ Uber as it drops you close to the doors. ( bring a bottle of water you'll probably be in the sun waiting. ) I am in love with cruising now, and if possible, I'll choose RC always. I really could fault it. I was in the selerium as the ship started moving away, and it was a great spot for seeing the views. Truly brilliant, you'll have a ball.
Hi Allison. Thanks for your support and for the kind comments about our little fur babies. Toby (white Havanese) is 9 now but since his diabetes was diagnosed and we got his diet and insulin controlled he's like a puppy again which is gorgeous for us to see. Ruby (salt and pepper Schnauzer) is just a typical Schnauzer and never runs out of energy. We love them to bits and wouldn't be without them.
As an alternative to the plug in night light, I watched another video where they had a little battery operated tea light, which they just popped in a corner of the corridor.
Also a good idea. I think we have some of them somewhere as well. We will need one pater in the year when we will be having an inside cabin for the first time.
LoL, had to look back and see and I did have a good chuckle when I saw that. I'm used to is now so don't really notice it. Bet I will now though. Thanks for pointing that out. Love it.
I’m sorry if this has already been mentioned, but we always take a powerboard on cruises as there often isn’t many PowerPoints in the stateroom, so it can really help with charging phones/smart watches/cameras etc etc. fantastic video guys !!
Hi and thanks for the support and comment. We also always take a powerboard (non-surge protected, of course). I think we mentioned that in our first 'What you should take' video but there is always so much debate on this that it can't be over-said. Best wishes for 2023 and enjoy your cruising.
@@robandalicruisetravel btw.. did you happen to be on quantum of the seas that just came into Brisbane fri 6th? Only asking as my sister was on that cruise . ⛴️
Saw this video today and want to say thanks for the advice about Imodium. We too put together our own first aid kit. Hubby and I are both good sailors but are travelling on the Pacific Encounter next month around New Zealand where seas have been bad lately and we wonder what you pack for sea sickness ? Thanks for your vlogs Karen
Hi Karen. Thanks for watching. We are generally pretty hardy but if it gets a little rough sometimes Ali can feel a bit off. We always take Kwells and they seem to work but they can know you out a bit so go carefully, don't want to sleep the cruise away. New Zealand is a fantastic cruise and we hope you have a fabulous time. We will definitely be back on another NZ cruise when the dates line up. Please let us know what you thought of it when you get back.
Hi Debbie. We've tried a few from Amazon etc. like Crease Release Me but now looking for something more local. At the moment we are using Fluffy Freshen Up which you can get from Woolworths, Coles etc. You do need to use a hairdryer though for it to work best.
@@robandalicruisetravel Awesome. Thanks for that. Heading off for our cruise in two and a half weeks on the Coral Princess. I have devoured all your videos and your tips and hints. Thanks so much for everything you do.
@@debbieeustace8748 Hi Debbie. We keep looking out for something on the Coral that fits in with our schedules as we would love to get back on board that ship. Have a fantastic cruise and let us know what you thought of it when you get back.
@@robandalicruisetravel I'd be happy to let you know our thoughts. I'm devouring your info on Quantum of the Seas. My son went on it on Boxing Day for 3 nights and is going again in March. He loved it. I would like to do the North Queensland run on the 4th November but I am going to have to wait to see how hubby takes to cruising again on this trip as it has been so long. 😃
Hi Rob & Ali, just a question. Is it necessary to get travel insurance if travel within Australia? If so which one would you recommend please. Thank you :)
Hi Kay. Travel insurance is not required for cruising within Australia, however, bear in mind that Medicare does not cover any medical costs on board or evacuation costs if you need to be taken off the ship for medical reasons. Doctors onboard charge at private rates and can be very costly. A few years ago one of our travelling companions went to the medical centre for an upset stomach and had a bill for $800. We were on a cruise once where a lady fell and broke her leg, that cost her $5,000 and we if a helicopter is required to take you off the ship it can be around $40,000 or more depending on where you are and where you get taken to. As such we would always recommend travel insurance. Unfortunately, we cannot recommend any particular company as I (Rob) work in that industry and that would be classed as providing advice, which I do not hold a licence for. What we do for Australian cruises though is we use the complimentary travel insurance that is provided by our credit card which has unlimited medical expenses to cover any big bills that may arise, which is our main priority. Maybe that's a place you could start as it is extremely cost effective but depends on what cover you want. Be sure to tell them that you are going on an ocean cruise though as you need different cover than you do for an inland cruise. Sorry for the lengthy reply but I have tried to provide as detailed a response as I can within what I am allowed to do. Hope this helps a bit but let us know if you need to know anything more.
@@robandalicruisetravel Thanks Rob. If you don’t mind can you give me more info about the onboard expenses account please. Also onboard currency is in US Dollar? Thanks in advance🙂
Hi Kay. Different ships have different policies regarding onboard accounts and also charge different currencies on board. Which cruise line in particular are you interested in please?
Good call about the bonus reef shoes tip!! I ended up with a staph infection after getting coral stuck in my foot during a beach walk earlier this year! I saw a doctor within 24 hours, but it had acted SO fast! I promise you don't want to deal with this on your holiday, especially on a cruise ship!!
Hi, I just discovered your channel. Great tips, thanks! One tip we found helpful for packing with younger kids: for packing clothing in ziplock bags, rather than putting socks in one, underwear in another, etc, pack the basics in day by day lots. One bag contains a day's underwear, socks, t-shirt, shorts, whatever you know they'll wear for a day depending on the climate. Squish the air out so they lay really flat for packing, and write the child's name on the bag if the bags look similar. It makes finding and doling out the clothes so easy in the morning, and stops clean and dirty clothing getting muddled up together. The bags can then be used for dirty/damp clothing at the end of the day.
Hi Jean. Thanks for the comment and apologies for the delay in replying. What a fantastic idea. To be honest, you don't even need to limit that to the kids. I (Rob) often find myself scanning through the wardrobe in a morning wondering what to wear. That would definitely work for me too.
Thank you for the videos and the links. Just love to watch your videos
Thankyou Rob and Ali for the tips ❤
Thankyou Rob and Ali. Love watching your blogs. So helpful.
I'm hooked on their blogs. They're just the most adorable, loving couple aren't they?
good tips
You guys are the BEST!! Love you guys, always informative and super funny. I love how you on so well and share everything together. Wonderful to watch. Watch all your videos! Thanks for sharing your experience.
I love the energy between you two so much ☺
These are def my sort of videos along with the travel ones.
Thanks again Debbie.
This is so me I always clean the cabin before I unpack or do anything the handles need to be cleaned remote control toilet and so on I take it out at night too so I can wipe tables n chairs I’m obsessively clean. It’s the English in me too 🤭 xx we love cruising because I’m disabled so can not fly anymore so I absolutely love cruising. Thank you for your videos xx 💜🙏🏻💜💫
If you are taking hair straighteners use a surge protector or it will brake it xx found this out the hard way xx
A little obsessed with that nail colour 💙💙💙
Hi Nicky. Cruise nails. Can't wait to see what colour she has for the next one.
thanks for the tips! I'm going on my 1st ever cruise in just over 2 weeks leaving Brisbane on Royal caribbean. I'm nervous and excited. Strangely I watched your embarkation day video 1st, then your last next and watched everyone in between then this one last 🙃
You guys are so excitable it's contagious and I'm more excited. thankyou for your videos.
You're so right, Bels. My husband and I are about to go on our first ever cruise too and videos like this are so useful. It's the little things that people take for granted and don't think of.
How was your cruise? We'll be leaving Brisbane ourselves.
@jasonw1000 it was absolutely amazing! The Brisbane terminal isn't much, I'd get a cab/ Uber as it drops you close to the doors. ( bring a bottle of water you'll probably be in the sun waiting. )
I am in love with cruising now, and if possible, I'll choose RC always. I really could fault it. I was in the selerium as the ship started moving away, and it was a great spot for seeing the views. Truly brilliant, you'll have a ball.
@bels4116 That's so awesome. Thanks for that. I'll keep the selerium in mind when we cast off. Looking forward to our first cruise.
Two beautiful dogs you got
Such cute pups 🐶
Hi Allison. Thanks for your support and for the kind comments about our little fur babies. Toby (white Havanese) is 9 now but since his diabetes was diagnosed and we got his diet and insulin controlled he's like a puppy again which is gorgeous for us to see. Ruby (salt and pepper Schnauzer) is just a typical Schnauzer and never runs out of energy. We love them to bits and wouldn't be without them.
So helpful! Thanks to you both. You guys are awesome
Reef shoes! Good call
Hi Justin. Had burnt and cut feet too many times not to take them now.
As an alternative to the plug in night light, I watched another video where they had a little battery operated tea light, which they just popped in a corner of the corridor.
Also a good idea. I think we have some of them somewhere as well. We will need one pater in the year when we will be having an inside cabin for the first time.
You two are wonderful 🤩🫶
haha, 7:57 .... oh, will we men ever learn? :) love the look
LoL, had to look back and see and I did have a good chuckle when I saw that. I'm used to is now so don't really notice it. Bet I will now though. Thanks for pointing that out. Love it.
I’m sorry if this has already been mentioned, but we always take a powerboard on cruises as there often isn’t many PowerPoints in the stateroom, so it can really help with charging phones/smart watches/cameras etc etc. fantastic video guys !!
Hi and thanks for the support and comment. We also always take a powerboard (non-surge protected, of course). I think we mentioned that in our first 'What you should take' video but there is always so much debate on this that it can't be over-said. Best wishes for 2023 and enjoy your cruising.
@@robandalicruisetravel btw.. did you happen to be on quantum of the seas that just came into Brisbane fri 6th? Only asking as my sister was on that cruise . ⛴️
@@Kingsleykrewvlogs Hi. Yes we were.
Saw this video today and want to say thanks for the advice about Imodium. We too put together our own first aid kit. Hubby and I are both good sailors but are travelling on the Pacific Encounter next month around New Zealand where seas have been bad lately and we wonder what you pack for sea sickness ?
Thanks for your vlogs
Karen
Hi Karen. Thanks for watching. We are generally pretty hardy but if it gets a little rough sometimes Ali can feel a bit off. We always take Kwells and they seem to work but they can know you out a bit so go carefully, don't want to sleep the cruise away. New Zealand is a fantastic cruise and we hope you have a fabulous time. We will definitely be back on another NZ cruise when the dates line up. Please let us know what you thought of it when you get back.
Hi Ali and Rob where do you buy the the spay to get the wrinkles out of your clothes I cant seem to buy it anywhere Cheers Jan
i thought they saidyou are not able to take any water bottles on board??????? even empty
Great tips. Thank you. Ali, what crease release spray brand do you use and where do you get it?
Hi Debbie. We've tried a few from Amazon etc. like Crease Release Me but now looking for something more local. At the moment we are using Fluffy Freshen Up which you can get from Woolworths, Coles etc. You do need to use a hairdryer though for it to work best.
@@robandalicruisetravel Awesome. Thanks for that. Heading off for our cruise in two and a half weeks on the Coral Princess. I have devoured all your videos and your tips and hints. Thanks so much for everything you do.
@@debbieeustace8748 Hi Debbie. We keep looking out for something on the Coral that fits in with our schedules as we would love to get back on board that ship. Have a fantastic cruise and let us know what you thought of it when you get back.
@@robandalicruisetravel I'd be happy to let you know our thoughts. I'm devouring your info on Quantum of the Seas. My son went on it on Boxing Day for 3 nights and is going again in March. He loved it. I would like to do the North Queensland run on the 4th November but I am going to have to wait to see how hubby takes to cruising again on this trip as it has been so long. 😃
@@robandalicruisetravel Son went on Luminosa on Boxing Day but is heading out on Quantum of the Seas in March. Too many cruises - can't keep track 😀
Hi Rob & Ali, just a question. Is it necessary to get travel insurance if travel within Australia? If so which one would you recommend please. Thank you :)
Hi Kay. Travel insurance is not required for cruising within Australia, however, bear in mind that Medicare does not cover any medical costs on board or evacuation costs if you need to be taken off the ship for medical reasons. Doctors onboard charge at private rates and can be very costly. A few years ago one of our travelling companions went to the medical centre for an upset stomach and had a bill for $800. We were on a cruise once where a lady fell and broke her leg, that cost her $5,000 and we if a helicopter is required to take you off the ship it can be around $40,000 or more depending on where you are and where you get taken to.
As such we would always recommend travel insurance. Unfortunately, we cannot recommend any particular company as I (Rob) work in that industry and that would be classed as providing advice, which I do not hold a licence for. What we do for Australian cruises though is we use the complimentary travel insurance that is provided by our credit card which has unlimited medical expenses to cover any big bills that may arise, which is our main priority. Maybe that's a place you could start as it is extremely cost effective but depends on what cover you want. Be sure to tell them that you are going on an ocean cruise though as you need different cover than you do for an inland cruise. Sorry for the lengthy reply but I have tried to provide as detailed a response as I can within what I am allowed to do. Hope this helps a bit but let us know if you need to know anything more.
@@robandalicruisetravel Thank you so much Rob for the info. I appreciate it. Have a Merriest Xmas & a Happiest New Year🙂
@@kaydee4235 You too Kay, Merry Christmas and a very Happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.
@@robandalicruisetravel Thanks Rob. If you don’t mind can you give me more info about the onboard expenses account please. Also onboard currency is in US Dollar? Thanks in advance🙂
Hi Kay. Different ships have different policies regarding onboard accounts and also charge different currencies on board. Which cruise line in particular are you interested in please?
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