One cruise tip we do regarding packing. a) different color packing cube for each cruiser. b) divide your clothes between the number of suitcases you are taking. By that I mean if it is just you and your husband, and two suitcases, put half of each person's clothing in each bag. That way if any one suitcase gets misplaced or lost, there will be clothing for both in the remaining bag. If three bags, divide into three. Luckily our luggage has never gone astray, but if we have at least one bag, we'll do fine. We do put "ones" like formal clothes and shoes in the carry on. If you each have two sets, you could just put them divided in the suitcases.
I am binge watching your videos because there’s a chance that my family and I will go on a cruise for summer and it’s our first time. I’m the only one who’s doing the research though lol but your videos have been so helpful!
You can never go wrong watching cruise stuff..ive been on 6 now and i still watch them over and over and learn more.. good job hope your cruise was great .
I'm so thrilled I found your channel and have binged watched you for a few months now. Taking our very first cruise on Princess in two weeks to Alaska -- the land tour first to Denali and then cruise from Anchorage to Vancouver. Your videos have really educated me on what to take. I work for an airline so I am savvy about air travel, but never been on a ship so I appreciate all the work you and your sweet family have done to share all your valuable knowledge with us. You rock, Sheri and boys!
My husband tells me I pack to much too. I packed some liquid hand soap. Because I can’t stand bar soap. I also pack Lysol wipes to wipe everything down.
We are planning our second and third cruise for next year!! Your videos have taught me the does and do not while packing and planning. I'm so excited!!!
For the first time I bought stick on dress shields for my 2 week cruise. They were inexpensive on Amazon and a pair were wrapped in a single package, making packing them very easy. The shield help make a shirt worn not just one day but 2, especially the dinner tops. I have left overs for my next cruise. Try it......
I have been very hesitant to try packing cubes, I have always been a roller! Simply, because I am a larger Guy so I didn't think I would be able to fit a lot in packing cubes. So thank you, you have proven me wrong with this video!
Hey Sheri, how are you? I was just watching your video and saw the "Darth Vader" mask and I laughed so hard and told my husband you got one. We just got back from a Cruise in Hawaii and took ours with us to test it and let me tell you, we had sooo much fun with it. Yes, it did fog a little bit for us but, we snorkel a lot and have always carried an anti fog tiny spray in our snorkel vest so it doesn't bother us but that was the only minor flaw if you want to call it that we found which doesn't compare to the wide view and the fact that one doesn't have to both with adjusting or a tight mask. I don't know what your take on it will be but, we loved it. Just a side point, try practicing several times in shallow water with it since it takes a bit getting use to breathing in it but, believe me, it's no big deal. Enjoy! Great video by the way:)
+Mildred Kurzawa it's so good to hear from you!!! I was only able to briefly try it as The water was freezing but I plan to take a tour local pool this summer before I take it on another vacation. From what I could tell it was really fun and easy to use. It was a little bit strange not breathing through my mouth though.
You make me want to cruise now....is it April yet? Honestly, I have a clear box labeled. "CRUISING" . Trying to gather all the stuff I may need for cruise
That would be my packing for a day or two! :) Very helpful, as I overpack. I use packing cubes and love them, but my husband doesn't. I have to be very organized, and have sticky notes too, because of a head injury in 2001- yep a long time ago. (auto accident). So packing can be challenging when there is a wheelchair involved, and at this point, a service dog. And, my friends haven't been around for the packing part, and therefore I pack willy-nilly without supervision from another (other than my husband!) lol. That is something I would like to do is to help other's who are disabled with my tips and get their tips. Maybe you can do that sometime~. This is very helpful, and I realize I must pack for a 3 month cruise. I'm excited to use your tips from the dollar tree, etc... and show up with one big suitcase! And watch my husband fall over!~ :)
Packing is a very personal thing ... if it makes you happy and you don't mind lugging all that baggage around, go for it ... My husband and I each pack a 16" underseater bag and a small backpack including a CPAP machine and a 9" fan and all the necessary paperwork...we carry a first aid bag with a bit of everything...each have a toiletries bag...i have a small makeup bag ... 2 prs of shoes each and this year we want to take a snorkel set each so can't wait for your review of the mask you are taking to Mexico...bottom line on any vacation is to take what makes it fun for YOU...enjoy and I love your videos
I love the turtles for the towels.. very cute not silly at all.. i love all kinds of off the wall stuff and its the kind of thing i would be also..well done
Hey Sheri! Just thought I'd let you know that Carnival Cruise lines are raising the price on the bottomless bubbles package for adults by $1 it will be $7.50 per day for adults and $4.95 for children 17 years and younger, plus 15% gratuity.
I am going on my first cruise in June and I have become cruise obsessed....and especially with your videos! You are so fun and cute and make me smile! I haven't started the actual packing yet but I have list after list and a pile of goodies on the bed waiting to be packed! Thank you for doing these and making my obsession fun! :)
Can you do an UPDATED pack with me for a 7 night cruise, with outfit planning, based on seasons. For example, a December Christmas/New Year cruise to the Mexican Riviera and Caribbean cruise, etc.
Hi Alicia, we have LOTS more current packing videos. I likely won't make seasonal ones, because I make the videos only when I pack for a real cruise, however, these videos will tell you what time of year we're cruising and where. Hope you enjoy! Here's the playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLCLybRxC0VFJRBf7B0Y6lBFUAHTPwEs3o
Do you ever worry about Your Luggage Setting Outside Your Stateroom waiting till You can get into it??? I know that is why you pack Your Valuables in a Carry On Bag👌
I LOVE these videos. Additional information as I make plans, but really just to amp up the excitement for my up coming cruise. (Still more than six months away!!). Thank you for all of the information. I look forward to the videos from the cruise and the look book!! Have fun!
I don't like wearing dresses. A couple pair of slacks and a couple T-shirts and I can dress up with a black sweater or a blouse. On my last cruise I brought one maxi dress for formal night. One night I wore a purple blouse with it and the other night I wore a black sweater with it--what I with my T-shirts. I also need workout clothes and some clothes I lounge around in when I curl up and read a book. A giant T makes a good top to work out in as well as a swimwear cover up.
I'm in my 20s and am planning a cruise next summer. I will be in dresses every night! It just not something we get to do much anymore, and I think it's also a sign of respect to the staff in the dining room.
I love your videos. I keep a spreadsheet on file and check off items as they are gathered/packed for a particular vacation. I do not think you over packed at all; looks normal to me. I love your new chair clips!!!
Hi, you have very informative videos. Been relying on all your videos for info for my very first cruise to Mexican riviera on carnival in July of this year. I'm going with my girlfriend :) super excited. Only thing I'm concerned with is my girlfriend gets motion sickness very easily so I'm glad you had a video on that and will be trying out all of the tip you had on there. Thanks for all the great tips and fun videos.
Hey CruiseTipsTV! I'm loving your awesome, helpful videos! My wife and I are preparing for our very first cruise for four days in Sept to Cozumel from Galveston on Carnival Valor for our 5 year anniversary! I really want to make this as special as possible for my wife. I've booked a day at Dolphanaris in Cozumel and booked a night at the steakhouse on the first day. Do you have any more tips for Cozumel or Valor to help me plan more? Again thank you, your videos are SO helpful to us newbies!
You’re always so helpful. Thank you. Although I cruise twice a year, I always forget to get stuff and need u to remind me. Doing Allure of the seas next week. Wish Royal Caribbean would come back to LA or San Diego. Tired of flying to Florida.
Super helpful as always! Pleeease do a review of the snorkel mask! I have been contemplating getting one for our cruise as well and would love to see what you think of it. Also, I bought two sets of the Amazon packing cubes when you posted about them (got that awesome lime green color and the pale blue - thanks again for the tip!) and somehow I ended up with all one size (HUGE! Lol) instead of a variety of sizes. I'm sharing them with family going on the cruise with us, so they won't go to waste, but now I just need to find a few more, in smaller sizes. :P Can't wait to see all the vlogs and videos from your cruise!
Ive been watching for the past 3 weeks and I love your channel!! My friend and I are cruising in December on Conquest...super excited! We both just purchased the same snorkel mask from your video. Im so anxious to hear your review...☺️ thanks a bunch
You are the best wow thank you so much for your ideas I been on 3 cruises already, I always looking for ideas and I found you, you are so nice how you explain everything wow thank you so much
We bought one of those snorkel combo face mask things for each of our two children! We took them to a local hotel with a pool recently to try them out. I wish I had gotten myself one as well! Yes, you'll look like an alien, but so much fun!! :)
Hi! I know this video is 2 years old, but how do you pack the clothes that is on hangers? Do you take them off the hangers? Use a hanger bag? (Going on my first cruise in 100 days 😅)
First time cruiser in a white hot panic here. We leave for 5 days in the Bahamas in two weeks. How many outfits do I need? I don’t like shorts either, preferring dresses and skirts. How do you dress for shore excursions where you plan to do some water activities? Do you just wear your swimsuit under your clothes, or do you take the suit to change into when you get there? How many swimsuits do I need?
Hey Becky! Don’t worry we’ve got your back. You’re going to be just fine. Wear what makes you feel beautiful. If you’d like to wear your swimsuit under your beach clothes for excursion days, that’s perfect. If not- pop it in your backpack and don’t worry about it. My suggestion for warm weather cruises is always cool, cotton, breathable clothing as well as very comfortable shoes. We prefer cotton because it just handles a little bit better in that weather. Keep in mind the Bahamas can be a little bit chilly at this time of year, especially the water, so don’t expect the water to be super warm. You’re going to have a blast - just focus on wearing what makes you feel beautiful and what feels comfortable. Dresses are great. You could wear dresses every day and be just fine
I think you pack light. lol Really I pack a pillow and my own blanket, plus a blanket for each of my babies, 11 & 5. Then for every possible thing that might happen. As always great video and looking forward to outfit video
I'll be packing for hubby myself and our 22 month old sailing for the 1st time in November with Carnival. 7 days to the Caribbean, driving to port. Any tips?
Definitely not a crazy over packer (I take way too much, but would rather have what I need - and I will not do laundry on a cruise). Was wondering about hats? I know you usually wear your teal and white baseball cap?? I cannot get sun on my face (not easy on Caribbean cruises), so I pack a lot of sun hats - the Columbia ones that have the SPF in them (even my straw hat)!! Usually much better if I stay "incognito" under a big, floppy hat (I have such a small head - I sometimes have to buy children's hats - TMI?? - not after seeing your stick-on bras - LOL)!!
Whew Sheri, I was worried you'd be going "commando" for 7 days (teeheehee)!! Love your wardrobe - stylish, comfy and fun!! I'm a tee shirt and shorts (or capris) kind of person - they are used as my swimsuit cover-ups!! Maybe I'll bring a lightweight dress or "fancy" pants outfit with a shawl and my scarves (a friend makes them - each with blingy embellishments)!! Thanks for sharing!!
Wow that's a LOT of stuff! Well you're driving to port, and if you're willing to drag that much around then more power to ya lol. Those masks are interesting in theory, and if you're only staying on the surface, who am I to judge. Diving down in those is difficult, cause you basically have a big air bubble pressing against your head. However being a scuba and free diver, if you're gonna dive under at all, your best bet is a low profile mask that has black silicone to let as little light in as possible so you can clearly see.
I'm only taking a guess at that, I haven't actually used one personally. Go have fun! Try it out, let us know what you think :-) I usually don't bring my snorkel and fins cause they don't fit in a carry-on. Unless I have a a good enough reason to ship them, I stick to the beach with a refreshing beverage! It's a hard life, but someone has to do it ;-). You guys are rockin it, keep up the good work!
This was a great video. It is helping me prepare for my upcoming cruise. I did have a question regarding carryons. Does your family bring one carry on per person? Or do you just do one for the whole family?
We've been considering getting a snorkel mask combo for our 11 year old that struggles with the traditional snorkel sets. What do you think of it? Is a review coming soon?
hi, did you get to wear all the clothes you took or would you suggest packing less that what you showed in this video...thanks in advance:) happy cruising!
Usually two and they aren’t really mandatory! You can get away with pretty casual “formal” dress on carnival or just go to the buffet. You might enjoy our Intro to Cruising Master Class- cruisetipstv.thinkific.com/courses/masterclass
If possible, could you post info about the Dolphin Center in Cabo and/or Puerto Vallerta. We are going to the same itinerary in November on The Emerald Princess. It's an Osmond Brother fan appreciation cruise. My sister was a big fan when she was a teen and she's super excited.
CruiseTipsTV Is it close to where the tenders drop off? Do you think it's doable without going through the cruise line excursions? Thank you so much. I'm looking forward to watching your upcoming videos!
saw the snorkeling mask on Groupon. so very curious about thm. please let me know how well or not well it wrkd. i also got by bath n body wrks n got the BEACH collection. LOVE IT
My friend is wearing a cute formal dress with extra detail in the front that can get wrinkled easily...Can you provide tips on how to travel w formal wear and get the wrinkles out on the ship w/o irons 😬?
Can you wear open toe shoes to formal night on Royal Caribbean. I read somewhere I thought they had to be closed toes. I love the silver shoes and wanted to get something like that to wear
Great video! Going on my first cruise in July (our Honeymoon)...so there is no weight limit for luggage aboard the ship? Also I have never used packing cubes, should I get a his and her' s set? One for me one for him?
+CoCo J yes packing cubes are great and I highly recommend them. I've never been concerned with weight limit on cruises. I'm sure that they do have them I don't believe that they are regularly in force. I hope this helps you.
I've never been on a cruise but I would like to go (It's my dream vacation.). The main thing that scares me is that I'm afraid that my clothes are not nice enough. I dress business casual for work and basically like a bum at home. What others call casual is "dressed up" to me. I just don't own anything that looks as nice as what you have packed and I don't have a formal. I have one skirt that is black and one pair of shoes that go with it which gets me through weddings, funerals, etc. Besides that, I wear long pants all the time. I really do want to cruise but I feel like I just won't fit in. Any tips for me?
Great video as always. I would like to know how many of each undies you take. In other words, do you take enough so you don't have to do laundry, or do you do laundry and only take half as much? Thanks for any answer you can give.
20$ for a swimsuit cover up?? I get mine for $5 or even less, then again I live in the Caribbean so, I'm guessing that's why they are cheaper because they are more "common"....?? Anyways, going on a cruise in June 2019, my first one, and your videos are helping me a lot. Especially this one!! THANK YOU!!! ^_^
One cruise tip we do regarding packing. a) different color packing cube for each cruiser. b) divide your clothes between the number of suitcases you are taking. By that I mean if it is just you and your husband, and two suitcases, put half of each person's clothing in each bag. That way if any one suitcase gets misplaced or lost, there will be clothing for both in the remaining bag. If three bags, divide into three. Luckily our luggage has never gone astray, but if we have at least one bag, we'll do fine. We do put "ones" like formal clothes and shoes in the carry on. If you each have two sets, you could just put them divided in the suitcases.
I am binge watching your videos because there’s a chance that my family and I will go on a cruise for summer and it’s our first time. I’m the only one who’s doing the research though lol but your videos have been so helpful!
Nice! I'm a planner too, welcome to the club.
Yue Chan I’m doing the same thing but I’m thinking of going in 5 years but it doesn’t hurt to think ahead.
You can never go wrong watching cruise stuff..ive been on 6 now and i still watch them over and over and learn more.. good job hope your cruise was great .
Omg same!
I'm so thrilled I found your channel and have binged watched you for a few months now. Taking our very first cruise on Princess in two weeks to Alaska -- the land tour first to Denali and then cruise from Anchorage to Vancouver. Your videos have really educated me on what to take. I work for an airline so I am savvy about air travel, but never been on a ship so I appreciate all the work you and your sweet family have done to share all your valuable knowledge with us. You rock, Sheri and boys!
My husband tells me I pack to much too. I packed some liquid hand soap. Because I can’t stand bar soap. I also pack Lysol wipes to wipe everything down.
The Underwood’s me too
I’ve always used those ziplock seal bags that you can roll and take the air out of. Leaves more room in the suitcase 😉
Those snorkel masks are great! We used last year and had so much fun. They didn't fog up. As long as you measure correctly , it doesn't leak.
We are planning our second and third cruise for next year!! Your videos have taught me the does and do not while packing and planning. I'm so excited!!!
yes, you are a crazy over packer! LOL I am too! Going on cruise for our 30th in June 2020 can’t wait. Love all the dresses. I only pack one PJ.
Haha!
For the first time I bought stick on dress shields for my 2 week cruise. They were inexpensive on Amazon and a pair were wrapped in a single package, making packing them very easy. The shield help make a shirt worn not just one day but 2, especially the dinner tops. I have left overs for my next cruise. Try it......
just love the way you mix it up with new ideas for videos all the time , cant wait to see your what i wore videos .
+wendy smith thank u!!!
I love ur videos. Cruising in a month and im gettin excited watching ur tips
I have been very hesitant to try packing cubes, I have always been a roller! Simply, because I am a larger Guy so I didn't think I would be able to fit a lot in packing cubes. So thank you, you have proven me wrong with this video!
Hey Sheri, how are you? I was just watching your video and saw the "Darth Vader" mask and I laughed so hard and told my husband you got one. We just got back from a Cruise in Hawaii and took ours with us to test it and let me tell you, we had sooo much fun with it. Yes, it did fog a little bit for us but, we snorkel a lot and have always carried an anti fog tiny spray in our snorkel vest so it doesn't bother us but that was the only minor flaw if you want to call it that we found which doesn't compare to the wide view and the fact that one doesn't have to both with adjusting or a tight mask. I don't know what your take on it will be but, we loved it. Just a side point, try practicing several times in shallow water with it since it takes a bit getting use to breathing in it but, believe me, it's no big deal. Enjoy! Great video by the way:)
+Mildred Kurzawa it's so good to hear from you!!! I was only able to briefly try it as The water was freezing but I plan to take a tour local pool this summer before I take it on another vacation. From what I could tell it was really fun and easy to use. It was a little bit strange not breathing through my mouth though.
I love the tip on packing dresses rather than shorts. We are doing a 7 night cruise in November to western Caribbean. I plan to do the same.
You make me want to cruise now....is it April yet? Honestly, I have a clear box labeled. "CRUISING" . Trying to gather all the stuff I may need for cruise
Haha! I’m with ya!
It's April now!
That would be my packing for a day or two! :) Very helpful, as I overpack. I use packing cubes and love them, but my husband doesn't. I have to be very organized, and have sticky notes too, because of a head injury in 2001- yep a long time ago. (auto accident). So packing can be challenging when there is a wheelchair involved, and at this point, a service dog. And, my friends haven't been around for the packing part, and therefore I pack willy-nilly without supervision from another (other than my husband!) lol. That is something I would like to do is to help other's who are disabled with my tips and get their tips. Maybe you can do that sometime~. This is very helpful, and I realize I must pack for a 3 month cruise. I'm excited to use your tips from the dollar tree, etc... and show up with one big suitcase! And watch my husband fall over!~ :)
Packing is a very personal thing ... if it makes you happy and you don't mind lugging all that baggage around, go for it ... My husband and I each pack a 16" underseater bag and a small backpack including a CPAP machine and a 9" fan and all the necessary paperwork...we carry a first aid bag with a bit of everything...each have a toiletries bag...i have a small makeup bag ... 2 prs of shoes each and this year we want to take a snorkel set each so can't wait for your review of the mask you are taking to Mexico...bottom line on any vacation is to take what makes it fun for YOU...enjoy and I love your videos
+Nan Pritchard I totally agree!
I love the turtles for the towels.. very cute not silly at all.. i love all kinds of off the wall stuff and its the kind of thing i would be also..well done
wow! did you read my mind! i am going on a 7 day cruise in october and this is super helpful! :D
ainslie thomas Me too!
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How was it? 😊
Hey Sheri! Just thought I'd let you know that Carnival Cruise lines are raising the price on the bottomless bubbles package for adults by $1 it will be $7.50 per day for adults and $4.95 for children 17 years and younger, plus 15% gratuity.
+Kaitlin Adams whoa! Thanks!
I love watching these videos! can't wait to see the ootd video:) Great job!
I am going on my first cruise in June and I have become cruise obsessed....and especially with your videos! You are so fun and cute and make me smile! I haven't started the actual packing yet but I have list after list and a pile of goodies on the bed waiting to be packed! Thank you for doing these and making my obsession fun! :)
Thanks! Our pleasure!
Can you do an UPDATED pack with me for a 7 night cruise, with outfit planning, based on seasons. For example, a December Christmas/New Year cruise to the Mexican Riviera and Caribbean cruise, etc.
Hi Alicia, we have LOTS more current packing videos. I likely won't make seasonal ones, because I make the videos only when I pack for a real cruise, however, these videos will tell you what time of year we're cruising and where. Hope you enjoy! Here's the playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLCLybRxC0VFJRBf7B0Y6lBFUAHTPwEs3o
@@CruiseTipsTV thank you for your prompt response. I will go back through the video list.
I find WATER SHOES comfy for walking on even or beachy/wet terrain. A must for my travels. A pool essential as well. No slipping please!
Good tip!!
I just loved your second evening dress, the cream with embellished neckline
Do you ever worry about Your Luggage Setting Outside Your Stateroom waiting till You can get into it??? I know that is why you pack Your Valuables in a Carry On Bag👌
+Rory Dee Carkuff we don't really worry since it's what we do for debarkation as well
I LOVE these videos. Additional information as I make plans, but really just to amp up the excitement for my up coming cruise. (Still more than six months away!!). Thank you for all of the information. I look forward to the videos from the cruise and the look book!! Have fun!
+Jennifer Stith our pleasure!!!
That snorkel mask thing looks crazy cool. I'm definitely interested in how well it works. Last year
GREAT tip!
Sheri, I am going on a cruise in 5 days! I've been watching your videos to prepare! Love the vids!
Awesome! Happy embarkation day!
I don't like wearing dresses. A couple pair of slacks and a couple T-shirts and I can dress up with a black sweater or a blouse. On my last cruise I brought one maxi dress for formal night. One night I wore a purple blouse with it and the other night I wore a black sweater with it--what I with my T-shirts. I also need workout clothes and some clothes I lounge around in when I curl up and read a book. A giant T makes a good top to work out in as well as a swimwear cover up.
Great video.💖💖💖Thank you for posting.💖💖💖
Thank God. Somebody that gets dressed up at night, like me! Yeah, I'm way older than you but yep, I get dressed up every night.
I'm in my 20s and am planning a cruise next summer. I will be in dresses every night! It just not something we get to do much anymore, and I think it's also a sign of respect to the staff in the dining room.
I love your videos.
I keep a spreadsheet on file and check off items as they are gathered/packed for a particular vacation. I do not think you over packed at all; looks normal to me. I love your new chair clips!!!
+DresdenO Great idea!!!
SPAVILES That’s a great idea!
this may be a dumb question, but can you do a video on all of the US ports? I'd like to know where cruises depart from. Thanks😊
We can probably list them off- that would be fun! I'll give this some thought.
What is perfect day like? You mention you need a rash guard. If you are water parking, are there lockers for backpacks?
Hope you have a wonderful cruise. I'm sure it will be. ❤️
You packed exactly what you need. Don't worry about overpacking. :)
+Imacruza thanks !!!
Hi, you have very informative videos. Been relying on all your videos for info for my very first cruise to Mexican riviera on carnival in July of this year. I'm going with my girlfriend :) super excited. Only thing I'm concerned with is my girlfriend gets motion sickness very easily so I'm glad you had a video on that and will be trying out all of the tip you had on there. Thanks for all the great tips and fun videos.
+Chris Gomez you bet! I'll cover this a bit on a vlog soon too okay!?
Hey CruiseTipsTV! I'm loving your awesome, helpful videos! My wife and I are preparing for our very first cruise for four days in Sept to Cozumel from Galveston on Carnival Valor for our 5 year anniversary! I really want to make this as special as possible for my wife. I've booked a day at Dolphanaris in Cozumel and booked a night at the steakhouse on the first day. Do you have any more tips for Cozumel or Valor to help me plan more? Again thank you, your videos are SO helpful to us newbies!
Sounds fun! We LOVE NachiCocom beach club in Cozumel - check it out.
No way are you a crazy packer. I’m going for a 12 night cruise next week. I love my dresses I just hope i can take my favourites with me
You’re always so helpful. Thank you. Although I cruise twice a year, I always forget to get stuff and need u to remind me. Doing Allure of the seas next week. Wish Royal Caribbean would come back to LA or San Diego. Tired of flying to Florida.
Super helpful as always!
Pleeease do a review of the snorkel mask! I have been contemplating getting one for our cruise as well and would love to see what you think of it.
Also, I bought two sets of the Amazon packing cubes when you posted about them (got that awesome lime green color and the pale blue - thanks again for the tip!) and somehow I ended up with all one size (HUGE! Lol) instead of a variety of sizes. I'm sharing them with family going on the cruise with us, so they won't go to waste, but now I just need to find a few more, in smaller sizes. :P
Can't wait to see all the vlogs and videos from your cruise!
+Bethany Meyer I think I got the all one size set too. I think Amazon basics has variety sets as well but they don't make it super obvious!
Yeah it is cruise time alright, Alaska in 30 days time. Great tips and techniques. 👍🏼
Bon voyage!
"I am definitely the most pale person on the planet"
looks at my arms
oh hell naw she isnt
Ive been watching for the past 3 weeks and I love your channel!! My friend and I are cruising in December on Conquest...super excited! We both just purchased the same snorkel mask from your video. Im so anxious to hear your review...☺️ thanks a bunch
+Nicole Williams we printed the review in our other channel, cruise gear. Check it out!
CruiseTipsTV Thanks so much!
You are the best wow thank you so much for your ideas I been on 3 cruises already, I always looking for ideas and I found you, you are so nice how you explain everything wow thank you so much
Nice! Can't wait for the follow up!
Thank you for being a normal woman and packing more than 1 pair of shoes!
😂
My husband just bought two of those masks (before I even saw the recommendations.) So cute. Fun!
I enjoy your every video. Would you tell about Aida cruises? Next summer we will have an embarkation from Hamburg on AidaPerla.
Great video ! Can you tell me again what those cube packing things are and where you found them ?
We bought one of those snorkel combo face mask things for each of our two children! We took them to a local hotel with a pool recently to try them out. I wish I had gotten myself one as well! Yes, you'll look like an alien, but so much fun!! :)
+Debbie Moore Haha! They are wacky looking aren't they???
Hi! I know this video is 2 years old, but how do you pack the clothes that is on hangers? Do you take them off the hangers? Use a hanger bag? (Going on my first cruise in 100 days 😅)
We don't do it often, but when we do, we leave them on the hangers.
Nice video. Thanks for the tips.
BTW...Highwind Travel has the most awesome luggage tags. I highly recommend them.
Your dresses are so pretty , I love dresses as you can just pop on ur shoes and away you go!
Thanks!
Going on a cruise in April 2019!! I can't wait love your videos!!
Nice!
Awesome video and really great ideas! But where do you pack your dresses, etc?
First time cruiser in a white hot panic here. We leave for 5 days in the Bahamas in two weeks. How many outfits do I need? I don’t like shorts either, preferring dresses and skirts. How do you dress for shore excursions where you plan to do some water activities? Do you just wear your swimsuit under your clothes, or do you take the suit to change into when you get there? How many swimsuits do I need?
Hey Becky! Don’t worry we’ve got your back. You’re going to be just fine. Wear what makes you feel beautiful. If you’d like to wear your swimsuit under your beach clothes for excursion days, that’s perfect. If not- pop it in your backpack and don’t worry about it. My suggestion for warm weather cruises is always cool, cotton, breathable clothing as well as very comfortable shoes. We prefer cotton because it just handles a little bit better in that weather. Keep in mind the Bahamas can be a little bit chilly at this time of year, especially the water, so don’t expect the water to be super warm. You’re going to have a blast - just focus on wearing what makes you feel beautiful and what feels comfortable. Dresses are great. You could wear dresses every day and be just fine
I’m doing this cruise March 2020 on carnival panorama!! I’m so excited
Awesome! We’re excited to
Check out that ship too!!!
Hi! The packing cubes you’ve used here, are the smaller ones ‘mediums’ and the bigger ones ‘large’? Thank you!
I wear my purple lace Lindsay as a pool cover up! It matches all my swim suits lol
I think you pack light. lol Really I pack a pillow and my own blanket, plus a blanket for each of my babies, 11 & 5. Then for every possible thing that might happen. As always great video and looking forward to outfit video
+Bridget Dudek haha! We actually stuffed our pillows in at the last second too :-)
I'll be packing for hubby myself and our 22 month old sailing for the 1st time in November with Carnival. 7 days to the Caribbean, driving to port. Any tips?
Definitely not a crazy over packer (I take way too much, but would rather have what I need - and I will not do laundry on a cruise). Was wondering about hats? I know you usually wear your teal and white baseball cap?? I cannot get sun on my face (not easy on Caribbean cruises), so I pack a lot of sun hats - the Columbia ones that have the SPF in them (even my straw hat)!! Usually much better if I stay "incognito" under a big, floppy hat (I have such a small head - I sometimes have to buy children's hats - TMI?? - not after seeing your stick-on bras - LOL)!!
+bonnie bergstein lol! Glad you protect your face bonnie!!!
And I'm glad you protect your "girls"!!
U r just too cute! I love ur videos, they really help so thanks..
Whew Sheri, I was worried you'd be going "commando" for 7 days (teeheehee)!! Love your wardrobe - stylish, comfy and fun!! I'm a tee shirt and shorts (or capris) kind of person - they are used as my swimsuit cover-ups!! Maybe I'll bring a lightweight dress or "fancy" pants outfit with a shawl and my scarves (a friend makes them - each with blingy embellishments)!! Thanks for sharing!!
Really want to see a review on the snorkel mask! And compared to me you are an underpacker :)
+Flaming June Haha- okay we will get that review for you!!!
Wow that's a LOT of stuff! Well you're driving to port, and if you're willing to drag that much around then more power to ya lol. Those masks are interesting in theory, and if you're only staying on the surface, who am I to judge. Diving down in those is difficult, cause you basically have a big air bubble pressing against your head. However being a scuba and free diver, if you're gonna dive under at all, your best bet is a low profile mask that has black silicone to let as little light in as possible so you can clearly see.
+socalseth that's kinda the issue - the diving :-(
I suppose you're right- just for surface snorkeling
I'm only taking a guess at that, I haven't actually used one personally. Go have fun! Try it out, let us know what you think :-) I usually don't bring my snorkel and fins cause they don't fit in a carry-on. Unless I have a a good enough reason to ship them, I stick to the beach with a refreshing beverage! It's a hard life, but someone has to do it ;-). You guys are rockin it, keep up the good work!
Thanks my friend!
Do you leave your clothes on the hangers when you put it all into your suitcase?
Love your outfits and your silver shoes!
I'm going on a 12 night Southern Caribbean cruise in 2 weeks, any tips for such a long cruise?
This was a great video. It is helping me prepare for my upcoming cruise. I did have a question regarding carryons. Does your family bring one carry on per person? Or do you just do one for the whole family?
+Nnenna M. Great question. I will answer it on a vlog us soon. Hint- one for family plus backpacks :-)
I know you are super busy but I was just wondering when can we expect the what i wore on the ship showing?
+Jenny Welch hey! Hopefully in 1-2 weeks! Sorry, we'all try to get it done asap
I’m going on the exact same cruise in a month
We've been considering getting a snorkel mask combo for our 11 year old that struggles with the traditional snorkel sets. What do you think of it? Is a review coming soon?
Yes, in a few weeks! I still want to take it to the pool for more testing!
Thank-you for all of your tips!
Im also taking a pop up hamper, but i dont have a case.. where did you get it? ☺
Ok not that bad, i do try to pack light too.
hi, did you get to wear all the clothes you took or would you suggest packing less that what you showed in this video...thanks in advance:) happy cruising!
I think a few items got left in my packing cubes, but not much! I went through a few outfits a day, every day.
My husband and I are going on a Carnival Cruise for the first time in Jan 2019 do you always have to dress up (dresses/skirts) for dinner?
yes for the formal night
How many formal dinners are on a 7 day carnival cruise? Are the mandatory? 1st time cruise coming in February
Usually two and they aren’t really mandatory! You can get away with pretty casual “formal” dress on carnival or just go to the buffet. You might enjoy our Intro to Cruising Master Class- cruisetipstv.thinkific.com/courses/masterclass
What brand of sticky bra is that? I have found none that can be reused
Do you always have to wear a dress every night I'm only planning on doing the buffet. Only fancy dinner 2 nights a week?
If possible, could you post info about the Dolphin Center in Cabo and/or Puerto Vallerta. We are going to the same itinerary in November on The Emerald Princess. It's an Osmond Brother fan appreciation cruise. My sister was a big fan when she was a teen and she's super excited.
We haven't been but I walked past the one in Cabo last week Lisa- I hear good things! Looks fun!
CruiseTipsTV Is it close to where the tenders drop off? Do you think it's doable without going through the cruise line excursions? Thank you so much. I'm looking forward to watching your upcoming videos!
saw the snorkeling mask on Groupon. so very curious about thm. please let me know how well or not well it wrkd. i also got by bath n body wrks n got the BEACH collection. LOVE IT
Awesome Deidre! We'll try to get that video out in June for ya.
My friend is wearing a cute formal dress with extra detail in the front that can get wrinkled easily...Can you provide tips on how to travel w formal wear and get the wrinkles out on the ship w/o irons 😬?
Downey wrinkle release spray and a real hot shower!
Your stick-on bra looks nifty & reliable, what brand is it? Been shopping around for one before my cruise and not having any luck so far!
Can you wear open toe shoes to formal night on Royal Caribbean. I read somewhere I thought they had to be closed toes. I love the silver shoes and wanted to get something like that to wear
Yes you can absolutely wear open toed shoes! Just not flip flops.
Great video! Going on my first cruise in July (our Honeymoon)...so there is no weight limit for luggage aboard the ship? Also I have never used packing cubes, should I get a his and her' s set? One for me one for him?
+CoCo J yes packing cubes are great and I highly recommend them. I've never been concerned with weight limit on cruises. I'm sure that they do have them I don't believe that they are regularly in force. I hope this helps you.
CruiseTipsTV Thanks!! You're so organized! I have no clue WHERE TO START! Lol any suggestions?
Where did you get your wrap?
This is exactly what I need to know
The dresses for dinners dont look formal dinner. If the ship doesnt have a formal night, casual-church dress/skirt is ok for dinners?
Yes church dresses and skirts are great for dinner
I love your flip flops, the ones you are wearing, what’s the brand?
Yes, they are Sanuk- we have them in our shop- www.amazon.com/shop/CruiseTipsTV
Hello Sherri! We are cruising on Carnival Valor next month and have a hanging bag. Will we need to fold that bag and put it in our big luggage?
You can do either. I do see people carrying them on.
How many swimming suits do you bring?
I've never been on a cruise but I would like to go (It's my dream vacation.). The main thing that scares me is that I'm afraid that my clothes are not nice enough. I dress business casual for work and basically like a bum at home. What others call casual is "dressed up" to me. I just don't own anything that looks as nice as what you have packed and I don't have a formal. I have one skirt that is black and one pair of shoes that go with it which gets me through weddings, funerals, etc. Besides that, I wear long pants all the time. I really do want to cruise but I feel like I just won't fit in. Any tips for me?
Do NOT worry. I"ll cover this on Tuesdays vlog for you!
Great! I'm looking forward to it. :)
Go Carnival. No one judges.
Can I just say I love your outfit!❤️
You can, and thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!
CruiseTipsTV I just found your videos and I love them. I subscribed and I can’t wait to watch more!
Great video as always. I would like to know how many of each undies you take. In other words, do you take enough so you don't have to do laundry, or do you do laundry and only take half as much? Thanks for any answer you can give.
If I can do laundry I usually pack about 75% of what I’ll need- if no laundry, I overpack for sure!
Thanks!
20$ for a swimsuit cover up?? I get mine for $5 or even less, then again I live in the Caribbean so, I'm guessing that's why they are cheaper because they are more "common"....?? Anyways, going on a cruise in June 2019, my first one, and your videos are helping me a lot. Especially this one!! THANK YOU!!! ^_^
Where did you purchase your pop up hampers? I’ve never seen them in a little case before
I got them at bed bath and beyond but we have similar ones in our store: www.amazon.com/shop/cruisetipstv
Thanks! I didn’t see any in your store but l’ll look at BB& B
nice dresses! where is the first piece (white-sheer) cover up from? thanks!
TJ Maxx!
I have the mask. Works great. Bringing on my cruise on may 15 on the sunshine
+Tina Hotte nice!!