How To Pack For A Cruise Effective Advice For Cruise Packing

Knowing how to pack for a cruise is one of the most common questions of first time cruisers. One of the biggest mistake that passengers make is overpacking. Remember that time when you're trying to sit on your luggage so you could just zip them close?

Pay close attention because you don't have any clue how the cruise system works and cruise lines are taking advantage of you. I'll teach you how you can outsmart them but first let's take a look at some of the basic tips on how to pack for a cruise.

Tip #1 - Put all of your important documents like your plane tickets, cruise papers, jewelry, medication, gadgets and laptop in your carry-on bag. Don't put your important items in the luggage that you need to check in because this can get delayed. It would also help to bring some photocopies of your important documents.

Tip #2 - If you want to do some activities right after embarking then don't forget to also pack some change of clothes in your carry-on bag. Usually it takes hours before your luggage can be delivered to your room.

Tip #3 - Pack the more heavy things (footwear, kits, etc.) first before packing the lighter ones.

Tip #4 - Pack your socks, belts and other small items inside your shoes to save some space.

Tip #5 - Fold your jacket in half after you've turn them inside out and place them in dry plastic cleaning bags in order to lessen the wrinkles.

Tip #6 - If you have some trousers then pack them first at the bottom of your luggage but let the legs hang over the edge. Now pack your lighter clothes and items on top and after that just bring the legs over the top. This tip will keep the crease and you won't get folded lines.

Tip #7 - Put a mark on your luggage with any colored tags so you can easily recognize your luggage. You'll also minimize the chances of your luggage getting picked up by other passengers.

Tip #8 - Pack an empty cushy bag for your souvenirs but remember to get them when you get off the ship.

Tip #9 - Keep a close eye on the weight of your luggage because most airlines impose a 50-pound weight limit. Be prepared to pay around $90 if you go over the limit. The weight limit on your luggage can change so it's advisable to call up your airline before you start packing.