Best Cruises

There are certain things you should consider before packing your clothes for a cruise:

1. Length of the cruise
2. Itinerary
3. Ship activities you will be doing

Cruises range anywhere from four days up to three weeks. Naturally, the longer your cruise the more you will have to pack. However, the other two factors can help you make more practical decisions when it comes to packing your clothes for a cruise. Your itinerary will affect your clothing options. For example, if you are going on a Caribbean or Bahamas cruise, the tropical weather will require lighter clothing and beachwear, while an Alaskan cruise would require layers and thicker clothing. However, if you are going on a repositioning cruise, you will have to pack something for extreme opposite climates. If you’re going on a cruise that will last over a week, you can still pack lightly and take advantage of the ship’s laundry services so your luggage won’t be too heavy.

For a warm weathered tropical cruise, basic clothing to pack includes light tops, a variety of shirts including sleeveless, short sleeves, and long sleeves, pants, walking shoes, and rubber slippers for poolside and beach activities. Don’t forget to bring swimwear as well, so you can enjoy the tropical waters and the beautiful warm weather you’ll be experiencing. It’s generally easier to pack for tropical cruises because clothing is lighter and takes up much less space. It’s best to pack versatile light clothes that can go from day to night, such as dresses.