Hi All, I think this is the crazy list you are looking for...it is SOOOO funny. I laughed over this. The ship would sink if we all brought all this stuff:
Deb I copied it from
www.themagicalmouse.com website
His Fanny Pack:
Travel documents (air tickets, cruise tickets, insurance forms
Confirmations (taxi, limousine, hotel, motel)
Identity documents (passports, birth certificates, SCUBA and drivers licenses)
Copy of her credit card(s) and passport*
$ 300 cash ($100/$2s - $200/$20s) **
Business cards
Calculator
Currency exchange card ***
Ear plugs ****
His keys
Her Fanny Pack:
Copies of identity documents (IDs) *
Confirmations (taxi, limousine, hotel, motel) *
Copies of travel documents*
Copy of his credit card(s) and passport *
$ 500 "dual" traveler's checks (in $20s)
Business cards
Copies of all prescriptions
Currency exchange card ***
Address/phone book
Ear plugs ****
Her keys
* - Certified true copies of the originals, w/raised (embossed) notary/official seal.
** - Use the $2 bills for various tips. Room service, bag porters, etc. You will be remembered.
*** - Wallet sized card with exchange rate for local currencies the ports you will be visiting. You'll probably have to make one of these yourself. Or, you can cut one out of the newspaper.
**** - Noisy children on planes, noisy cabins, noisy poolside..
Camera Bag (small, belt type)
Small camera
4 rolls film
Camera battery
- or -
Camera Bag (large, over the shoulder)
Camera(s)
Lenses
Light meter(s)
Flash
Filters
Film (floppies)
Mono-, bi-, or tripod
Cleaning kit
Batteries (camera, flash, meters)
Charging units
Cables, etc.
Walkman Pack (belt type)
CD/Cassette Walkman w/adapter
Headphones
CDs/Cassettes
Mini speakers
Batteries
First Aid Kit (pack in 1st carry-on)*
Band-Aids (r)
Ace (r) wrap (2"
Adhesive tape (1", water resistant)
Nail clippers
Tweezers
Small scissors
Alcohol prep-pads
Insect repellent (spray w/20-25% Deet)
Lip balm
Eye drops
Sun-block (SPF 30, or higher)
Anti-diahrreal (Imodium AD (r), Pepto-Bismol (r), etc.)
Antacid (Tums (r), Rolaids (r), Phazyme (r), Pepcid AC (r), etc.)
Analgesic (Bayer (r), Tylenol (r), Bactine (r), etc.)
Expectorant (Halls (r), Robitussin-DM (r), etc.)
Decongestant (Nyquil (r), Dayquil (r), Benadryl (r), etc.)
Triple antibiotic cream (Bactracine (r), Myatracine (r), etc.)
Anti-nausea (Bonine (r), Dramamine (r), Sea-Bands (r), etc.)
* - A medium sized (3"x 6"x 8" men's toiletry bag does very well.
1st Carry-On (toiletries/personals)
Her toothbrush
His toothbrush
Toothpaste
Denture cleanser
Mouthwash
Dental floss
Her razor w/extra blades
His razor w/extra blades
Shaving cream
Bath soap
Anti-bacterial hand wash
Hair dryer
Curling iron
Her deodorant
His deodorant
Her perfumes
His after-shave
Her cologne
His cologne
Shampoo
Conditioner
Shower cap(s)
Hair spray
Combs/brushes
Make-up
Cotton balls
Q-Tips (r)
Nail polishes
Polish removers
Talcum powder
Moisturizers
Tanning lotions
Feminine products
Vitamins
Medications
Spare glasses
Magnifying mirror
First-Aid Kit
Bubble Bath if you have a suite with a Jaccuzzi tub.
2nd Carry-On (Calgon's survival gear see notes below)
* 2 paperback books
* Bilingual dictionary
* Cell phone w/charger
* Flashlight
* Notebook/journal/diary
* Small binoculars
* Cable ties
* 4 pens
* 2 rain gear
* 2 pair sunglasses
* Headphones
* Folding umbrella
AAA Tourguides (r)
Caribbean map
Cruise brochure
Two-way radios (short range)
4 disposable underwater cameras
Nightlight
Sewing kit
Dry cleaner kit
Steamer
2 spritzer bottles
Gang strip
Spare Walkman (r) batteries
Mesh shopping bag
Mesh laundry bag
Duct Tape (r)
Post-It (r) notes
Zip-Lock (r) bags, quart and gallon sized.
Church key
2 closet organizers
Highlighters, A different color for each person.
2 Peepers (r)
Compass
Eyeglass repair kit
Super-Glue (r)
* - Keep readily accessible in outer pocket(s).
3rd Carry-On (in case your bags are delayed)
Blouse
Light sweater (hers)
Shorts (hers)
Pantyhose
Brassiere
1 pair panties
Polo shirt (his)
Shorts (his)
2 pair tennis shoes (1 each)
2 light jackets (1 each)
2 swimsuits (1 each)
2 pair underwear (1 each)
2 pair socks (1 each)
Jewelry
Large Suitcase #1
Their Stuff -
Large cloth suitcase (empty/folded) *
2 theme outfits (BLT, western, 50's, etc.), if applicable
2 swimsuits (1 each)
Waterproof card wallet with neck lanyard
2 belts (1 each)
PJs/sleepwear (if applicable)
2 robes **
2 caps/hats/sun visors
Large binoculars
20 rolls film ***
Mask & snorkel
2 pair swim shoes ****
2 pair dive gloves
Battery-powered alarm clock
* Leatherman (r) (do not put in carry-on, it will be confiscated)
Her Stuff -
1 semi-formal outfit
1 light sweater
1 light blouse
1 pair shorts
1 pair casual slacks
2 brassieres
2-3 pair panties
1 slip
2-3 nylons/pantyhose
1 pair casual shoes
His Stuff -
2 dress shirts (1 formal)
2 polo shirts
1 T-shirts
1 pair slacks
2 pair shorts
1 undershirts
2-3 pair underwear
1 pair dark socks
1 pair light socks
1 pair loafers
* - For packing souvenirs in for your return trip.
** - Check to see if your ship provides robes with the cabin; or if they are included in a special package you've purchased.
*** - If you are not using a large camera bag.
**** - Nylon slip-on shoes with a tough rubber sole. Invaluable for skin/scuba divers, or anyone who may walk in the surf. Coral is VERY SHARP!
Large Suitcase #2
Their Stuff -
2 swimsuits (1 each)
2 belts (1 each)
Her Stuff -
1 semi-formal outfit
1 wrap
1 light blouse
1 pair shorts
1 pair casual slacks
2 brassieres
2-3 pair panties
1 slip
2-3 nylons/pantyhose
1 pair sandals
His Stuff -
1 dress shirt
2 polo shirts
1 T-shirt
1 pair slacks
2 pair shorts
1 undershirt
2-3 pair underwear
1 pair dark socks
1 pair light socks
1 pair sandals
Garment Bag (shared)
2 formal outfits (hers) *
2 pair formal shoes (hers)
Tuxedo (w/accruements) *
White dinner jacket *
Dress suit or blazer w/tie *
Black dress shoes (his)
Door hangers **
* - To prevent/reduce wrinkles for your hanging clothes, try this. Cover each item with a plastic garment bag from the dry cleaners. It really works!
** - Plastic coat hooks I found in my local hardware store. They come in two packs and three packs at around $2.00 per package. Use them on the outside of the closet door to have the next outfit ready and accessible without having to leave the closet doors open. Makes it a lot easier to get by in a crowded cabin.
Now, what are some of those other weird things and why does Calgon recommend taking them?
Well, primarily because he used to be a Boy Scout and took the "Be Prepared" motto way too seriously. Also, there is a better than even chance that he is obsessive-compulsive and more than a little anal retentive, but that's another story ...
Business cards - No, you're not going to pass them out and claim the voyage was a business expense. What you are going to do is exchange them with fellow cruisers so you can have each other's addresses, phone numbers, etc. Also, if you have purchases that you will have the merchant ship home, make sure a card is attached to each item as a safeguard. Finally, don't forget to put one in each tip envelope for the crew/staff. You'd be surprised how many thank you notes you'll get back.
Flashlight - I use a Mini-Mag (c) flashlight. The 2 AA battery size. Invaluable when it comes to finding the earring clasp she dropped. Also, it can becomes a "candle" by removing the head, using it as a stand and placing the tube portion upright in it (neat trick).
Leatherman (r) - Let's face it. Men can't travel without tools. A Leatherman (r) will satisfy this basic need. It also comes in very handy for a variety of uses.
Cable ties - Those neat little nylon zip-lock thingies that any good handyman has. Use them to secure your suitcase instead of those cheap little mini-padlocks that every thief in the world has a key for. Use the Leatherman (r) to clip them when access is needed.
Two way radios - Something fairly new on the market. They run about $80 per set. Invaluable for locating each other when she heads off shopping and he wasn't paying attention to where she claimed she was going. Or for when you are separated on the ship and need to get together (I watched the porpoises escort us out of harbor, but she was off somewhere reading).
Rain gear - Stop by a hunting supply store and ask for the pocket sized raincoat. They come in a little package about 3"x 4", cost 87 cents, and are great for those sudden downpours for which the Caribbean is famous. They take up very little room and can fit in a fanny-pack.
Nightlight - OK, your cabin will be unfamiliar and probably more than a little crowded. Additionally, if you have an interior cabin, it is going to be REALLY DARK once the lights are off! Although he can get away with Band-Aids (r) on his shins, they just don't coordinate very well with her evening wear. If you're traveling with little kids, they will appreciate the night light.
Dry cleaner kit - Something new in the supermarket. Handy for emergency dry cleaning. Two good brands are: Dryell (r) and Custom Cleaner (r). Find them with the laundry detergents.
Steamer - Not a steam iron. Just a nifty little hand-held clothes steamer. Great for taking out wrinkles at the last minute.
Gang strips - Those extension cords with the built in circuit breaker. Try to get ones with at least a 6' cord. Since most cabins only have one electrical outlet, these will save fighting over his shaving or her hair drying.
Mesh bags - They're in the housewares section of K-Mart (r), Wal-Mart (r) and Target (r) . You'll need one for dirty laundry and one (with handles) for your souvenir shopping. Surprise, many local shops do not have "paper or plastic?"
Highlighters - Take one yellow and one blue. He uses one color and she uses the other. Mark those activities and excursions each wants to participate in. Whatever ends up in green ... you do together! If you're newlyweds, bring just the green.
Zip-Lock (r) bags - I recommend the one quart, one gallon and two gallon size. Pack liquids (shampoos, lotions, etc.) in them. Also very handy for packing away those items that just didn't get dry by the end of the cruise.
Post-It (r) notes - Use them to leave each other messages and reminders. Stick them to the mirror to save space on the dresser or desk top. Leave messages on the cabin door for the steward or friends.
Closet organizers - Also in the housewares section. Get one with pockets for shoes. Use this in the bathroom to hold all the lotions, shampoos, shave creams, etc. to free up counter space. Your cabin steward will love you. The other is the shelf type. Use it in the closet for your belts, hats, purses, and (maybe) even shoes.
Spritzer bottles - I found these in my local drugstore. One quart spray bottles with a AA battery powered, soft blade fan. Fantastic for cooling off at the pool!
Duct tape - Invaluable for emergency repair of a torn suitcase or holding cabin curtains together. On hangover mornings you'll be surprised at how bright the morning Caribbean sun is! Most supermarkets have a small roll, so don't let him drag along the large "industrial size". Can also be considered "a tool" to help satisfy his "Home Repair" cravings. Ungh-Ungh-Ungh!
Peepers (r) - Mini-sunglasses used in tanning salons. They run about $2.00 a pair and will prevent those racing stripes at the temples.
Compass - This comes in handy for those of you who can't tell direction using your wrist watch. Remember, you're in a new place. If you become separated from your guide or taxi driver, you may be in a bit of a fix. The last thing you need is to miss your return to the ship.
* To find direction using your wrist watch - Hold your watch up in front of you, and let the short hand point at the sun. While holding it like this, cut the angle between the short hand and 12 o'clock in half, (noonwards if the time is before 6am or after 6pm), that way is South, in the Northern hemisphere. Ain't that neat?
Church key - Believe it or not, there are cans that do not have pop-tops and bottles without twist-off caps. Who really wants stitches in their hands on a cruise?
Again, we hope you have a fantastic cruise, the galley has a never ending supply of lobster, the sun always shines, the moon is always full, the seas are calm and it only rains when you are asleep. Write and let us know how things went.
BON VOYAGE!
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I wonder if they have a list for traveling with Childern?
I will just have to unpack and find space for all this new stuff
