20 Things to Bring on a Cruise that Will Save you MONEY! RIDICULOUSLY Simple Ideas!

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  • @CruiseTipsTV
    @CruiseTipsTV  Рік тому +1

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  • @mrs.v3209
    @mrs.v3209 Рік тому +10

    Sandwich bags. You can always get fruit and a sandwich from the boat and take them with you to the port to eat while are on shore. Saves money on buying food at port.

  • @norinechang2564
    @norinechang2564 Рік тому +25

    Survival food for embarkation morning and debarkation afternoon before your flight is an underrated packing essential.

    • @CruiseTipsTV
      @CruiseTipsTV  Рік тому +1

      That's true!!! Those are busy days!

    • @Randilynn66
      @Randilynn66 Рік тому +7

      Bring a few ziploc bags and snag some stuff from the buffet

  • @michaelvitale4029
    @michaelvitale4029 Рік тому +23

    We bring those individual size drink packets. Small & easy to pack. Gatorade, Crystal Light, etc. Bring a refillable water bottle, get some ice & water at the buffet, and you have your own soft drinks.

  • @jerseycatmews828
    @jerseycatmews828 Рік тому +31

    Opposite of your topic 😃. At end of cruises or any vacation, I like luggage as light as possible and/or to save room for souvenirs. So I leave my toiletries behind for crew/hotel staff (toothpaste, floss, body spray, shampoo, conditioner, laundry detergent, fem products, etc) (of course not deodorant). I warn room attendant and they appreciate items

    • @CruiseTipsTV
      @CruiseTipsTV  Рік тому +2

      Amazing tips! Thank you for sharing!!!!!!!!!

    • @duneece
      @duneece Рік тому +1

      What a wonderful idea!! I’m headed on one this Saturday and I’ll be sure to do that this time!

    • @mrscruisequite07phalo42
      @mrscruisequite07phalo42 Рік тому

      I am glad to hear someone else does this.

    • @mis5949
      @mis5949 Рік тому +3

      Just went on my first cruise and I left my girl a bottle of wine, collapsible hamper, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash

    • @meganashlea
      @meganashlea Рік тому +1

      I like this tip! 😍

  • @jilljones8744
    @jilljones8744 Рік тому +4

    We also pack a pop-up laundry hamper for dirty clothes, and we have a tiny portable washing machine so we don't have to pack as much. We also pack our detergent pods or sheets, to save money. If you are flying, make sure to have a charger plug. Don't use the public charging stations, because they may or may not be safe. We charge our phones by plugging them in, or using a portable charger. I loved her tip about the empty backpack. We've been doing this for years and it is always helpful.

  • @kathrynfahm6762
    @kathrynfahm6762 Рік тому +6

    Benadryl and Benadryl Cream. I have bad allergies so I always have an abundance of benadryl (liquid and Pills) and benadryl cream with me. Every cruise I end up giving some to several different people. Most didn't even know they had an allergy or got bit by bugs. Always cary Benadryl.

  • @TravelTipsbyLaurie
    @TravelTipsbyLaurie Рік тому +5

    Love these ways to save money on my next cruise. Thanks!

    • @CruiseTipsTV
      @CruiseTipsTV  Рік тому

      Thanks, Laurie! LOVED your latest river cruise video too my friend!

  • @diannsanford5188
    @diannsanford5188 Рік тому +1

    I love packing cubes.

  • @djsteadywill2620
    @djsteadywill2620 Рік тому +1

    My favorites to take on cruise ships: activated charcoal, enema bag, flavored drink mix, usb charging dock, water shoes, hats, Bluetooth speaker, cash

  • @kathleenmrugala9170
    @kathleenmrugala9170 Рік тому +10

    My husband’s prescription eye glasses lost a screw. We now carry a small repair kit

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 Рік тому +1

      GOOD ONE!
      I am making a note for that.

    • @jilljones8744
      @jilljones8744 Рік тому +1

      We do that also! We also bring a small sewing kit.

  • @betsyadams9670
    @betsyadams9670 Рік тому +5

    For cash I would go to the casino because it charges to your room then you just cash out from the slot machine. It worked great and saved money from the ATM.

  • @jeanasmith4024
    @jeanasmith4024 Рік тому +4

    I always take a brita or lifestraw water bottle with filter on my cruises. Then i dont have to worry about quality of water i am putting in it. Just a little extra care in case i end up somewhere and have to use questionable faucet.

  • @cheetocairo
    @cheetocairo 19 днів тому

    I like my Brita water bottle. It makes me feel better about the quality of water im drinking and helps it taste better.

  • @Michele11798
    @Michele11798 Рік тому +1

    Being an over packer, I pack all that you stated and so much more, lol. I don’t like traveling somewhere and I end up being uncomfortable or have to pay for something I could have easily brought along with us. I would suggest people bring a compact water bottle. I brought some on our last cruise and it saved so much space in our bags. I would also suggest compact sunscreen, like the sticks. And my daughter introduced me to these which are laundry sheets. This is great for travel & take up less space than a liquid and you don’t have to worry about it spilling or meeting tsa regulations.

  • @Nicki9202
    @Nicki9202 Місяць тому

    Hi, I am new to this channel, and I just started watching your videos, I actually do take tide pods and a small thing of fabric softener I also put dyer sheets all in one Ziplock bag that way it's all in one bag and they don't get lost or leak out. I hope to take my first cruise in the next year or 2 but I love watching videos like this to get an idea of cruising, Keep up the great content and videos.

  • @DsnyLuv
    @DsnyLuv Рік тому +2

    Wine opener for opening wine😊

    • @jennyslavis375
      @jennyslavis375 3 місяці тому

      Yes , I had to go to the bar for them to open my bottle 🍾

  • @jennyslavis375
    @jennyslavis375 3 місяці тому

    You r right about extra light folding bag, I had to buy one on the cruise paid too much .

  • @reaper2478
    @reaper2478 Рік тому +11

    Great tips, as usual! My wife is sensitive to the sun, we pack a travel size umbrella for port days & on long trips a travel pillow is nice to have (the boys need their naps!~😂) ❤👍

    • @CruiseTipsTV
      @CruiseTipsTV  Рік тому +1

      That's a wonderful tip! Thanks for sharing!

    • @reaper2478
      @reaper2478 Рік тому

      @@CruiseTipsTV 😁❤️😍😁

  • @Galvestonmermaid
    @Galvestonmermaid Рік тому +1

    Great tips! Where did you get that cute pic behind you?!

    • @CruiseTipsTV
      @CruiseTipsTV  Рік тому

      I think home goods many years ago 💗

  • @HCrawford-m3t
    @HCrawford-m3t Рік тому +1

    Hey! I have that shirt and I LOVE it. Love your channel!!!

  • @ScottiveNatish
    @ScottiveNatish Рік тому +7

    Just found your channel. LOVE IT!! Our last cruise was for 10 days. We overpacked so much that they probably thought we were smuggling ball bearings. It was ridiculous. There is definitely a sweet spot with packing. Thanks so much for the advice. We are heading out again in a couple of weeks. We will be much lighter this time 😅

  • @jilljones8744
    @jilljones8744 Рік тому +1

    We ALWAYS bring travel sized umbrellas and or ponchos. Weather can be unpredictable, so having them can save you a good bit of money.

  • @lap8329
    @lap8329 Рік тому +1

    For my phone, I have two cases. One has a sturdy cross body strap, one has a stretchy wrist strap. Saves accidental dropping, and deters the snatch and grab thieves as well.

  • @wendyjohnson4892
    @wendyjohnson4892 Рік тому +8

    I take a sewing kit and super glue

  • @SlotsNShots1
    @SlotsNShots1 Рік тому +2

    Great tips! Thanks for sharing!

  • @markakira8988
    @markakira8988 Рік тому +6

    Packing cash will also save a lot of money negotiating with shore vendor discounts. Cash is king👑. I use a security money belt. //I have this theory that packing lighter saves money. Because the less you carry, the less tired you will be, the more energy and value (hours saved from resting) you get enjoying your cruise.

  • @Star-Boarder
    @Star-Boarder Рік тому +13

    Use your foldable bag as a packing cube. I use mine to keep my smaller bags together so that they are not jostling in my carryon.
    Tip. Pack 2 weeks before, determine what you are missing. Weigh all bags. Then 1 week before, make a goal of reducing the weight by 10%. Get realistic about what you truly need for excursions.
    Tip: pack a 2 or 3 Oz bottle of hydrogen peroxide. It has multiple uses like disinfectant, mouthwash/teeth brightener, stain remover for certain fabrics and stains. I like my mouthwash so I use a small spray bottle too, a three to four squirts and I've freshened up. It decreases how much mouthwash you need.
    Tip: pack some clothing to leave behind, pitch in trash or if lucky, place in donation box. I bring a few items that are going out of style or cannot justify mending anymore. It makes more room for souvenirs and you don't have to pay for overweight. Definitely capsule wardrobe, use scarves, belts, accessories to change it up.
    Tip: bring leftover bubble wrap, tape, and lightweight boxes broken down if you think you may buy something breakable.
    Tip: This only helps if you bank with a major bank. Chase, BoA do not charge a fee for foreign currency purchases. To protect my card number from getting hacked, I'm a cash person is possible and you can haggle. I make a budget for what I'm willing to spend in port and get the currency. I only use my card as a back up. Also, download an app that will calculate the currency to your country currency. This will help protect you from overspending, not getting the right change and even being overcharged. Also, pay cash in airports. I had to friends that got their card numbers and didn't find out until they landed in another country.
    Tip: use a disposable container to pack low sodium/low sugar foods to eat on plane. Keeps you from bloating too much. Then you can either pitch it or in my case, I put my smaller breakable in it.
    Tip: at end of trip, make notes of what you used and didn't use. This way, if you do thesame or similar trip, you know what you need.
    Tip: It's OK if you run out. Rarely do we go to a port that you can't get it. Don't be that hard on yourself to bring everything.

  • @purdiemom1941
    @purdiemom1941 Рік тому +2

    Suggestion. I buy water at the cruise port before I get back on the ship. I am not sure how much you can take back on. I normally take 1 or 2 large bottles to hold me to the next port.

  • @SuperGoatTV
    @SuperGoatTV Рік тому +4

    If you like to spend some time in your cabin relaxing it's a good idea to bring a tablet with you preloaded with some of your favorite shows and movies on it because there isn't much to watch for free on TV on cruise ships these days so having that could save you from doing pay-per-view movies in your room or worse spending hundreds of dollars on high-speed internet to stream Netflix lol

  • @larryhall4608
    @larryhall4608 Рік тому

    Most if not all of what you said is spot-on. My wife and I do Mexico cruises quite often. We will usually exchange dollars for pesos at a currency exchange near our home. When you do it while shopping down in Mexico they will typically give you a lower exchange rate plus they won't have enough change in dollars or pesos so you end up getting shorted twice.

  • @pamelalambe1356
    @pamelalambe1356 Рік тому

    Back up credit card is good advice.

  • @margraine
    @margraine Рік тому +11

    For security, we opened a separate account with our bank and only keep as much money in it as we need to for our trip. The only debit card we take with us is for this separate account that is not attached to our regular savings and checking. We have also set up the travel credit card that we use to alert us any time a charge is made.

  • @carriedifant6258
    @carriedifant6258 Рік тому

    Loved how you mentioned bringing a toque to Alaska! You are an honorary Canadian!

  • @SoloCruising
    @SoloCruising Рік тому +4

    Great video! Last cruise I removed my travel cup at the last minute, but realized I wish I had it. My little Hurley cup went through the Panama Canal so I don’t think I’ll lose it❤😂

    • @CruiseTipsTV
      @CruiseTipsTV  Рік тому +1

      I always regret when I don't pack mine too!

  • @amikadiggsjohnson4792
    @amikadiggsjohnson4792 Рік тому +5

    What about a collapsible water bottle? Even better 😊

  • @geminiots2121
    @geminiots2121 Рік тому +2

    I like bringing my own stuff. So what I did for my first cruise was to get the little silicone salad dressing container from the Dollar Tree. It worked great for the thick face cream but not for the thin face wash. I will try it again with a face wash of thicker consistency.

  • @sabrinalavdisarnold825
    @sabrinalavdisarnold825 Рік тому +3

    We packed some snacks for our kids on the cruise because they like certain things. One kid really likes Pringles and another likes pretzels. Those snacks are really pricey on board. On our Carnivval cruise, I saw plenty of "food" but not a lot of "snacks."

  • @CruisingEngineer
    @CruisingEngineer Рік тому +5

    Having a first aid kit and OTC meds will save hundreds or even thousands of dollars for simple medical situations such as cuts, scrapes, blisters, tummy upset, etc. If you go to the medical room on a ship, YOU pay the bill immediately. They do not take insurance. Get all the paperwork and try to get your health or travel insurance to reimburse you when you get home. Most cruisers are shocked at the cost - to their credit card!!!

  • @LWLillie1
    @LWLillie1 Рік тому +3

    Pack your toiletry horizontal instead of vertical; you can fit more. Trust me. Pack solids instead of liquids. You can find nowadays almost everything solid (shampoo, conditioner, moisturizer, sunblock, etc) Don't bring the whole thing if you don't have to, cut it in half. They last a looooong time and don't have to worry about the "3.4 oz liquid rule".

  • @DanielLukeFields
    @DanielLukeFields Рік тому +1

    i use those fold down back packs to put my wifes shoes in when traveling. protects the shoe and you can use it as a back pack if needed.

  • @denisepatrizio3604
    @denisepatrizio3604 Рік тому +1

    I pack water additives..Ice tea mixes and use them in your water bottle. You may also want a few clips to hang wet bathing suits in the shower to dry. I also have lanyards for my cruise card so I don't lose it.

  • @kathryncaltabiano6060
    @kathryncaltabiano6060 Рік тому +1

    Congratulations on 10Years Sherri!! Love your cruise videos!

  • @peggy2429
    @peggy2429 Рік тому +7

    Greats tips. We also bring sanitizing wipes for plane. Ear buds for on the plane. Also chapstick! Not sure if they save money.

  • @hchwa
    @hchwa Рік тому

    Another great tips video!!! Love it!💕💕💕🤗🤗🤗 Thanks Sheri and Mr. CTTV!!

    • @CruiseTipsTV
      @CruiseTipsTV  Рік тому +1

      Our pleasure! Thanks, as always for being such an awesome member of our cruise loving community!

    • @hchwa
      @hchwa Рік тому

      @@CruiseTipsTV 🙏🏻🙏🏻🥰🥰

  • @purdiemom1941
    @purdiemom1941 Рік тому

    Pro Tip: Cheap Walmart and Dollar Tree collapsible storage cubes. I use them to keep my Cruise Ship desk organized.

  • @lindastover9541
    @lindastover9541 Рік тому +2

    Great video ❤❤❤❤

  • @livingweirdestherc6644
    @livingweirdestherc6644 Рік тому

    Great video. We used many of those items on our cruise

  • @SharonRStudio
    @SharonRStudio Рік тому +2

    Great tips! Also Cold pills, cough drops, Covid tests

  • @salty_lizard
    @salty_lizard Рік тому +2

    Careful with those clear case lanyards in the water. Waves were ROUGH in Hawaii & so many almost lost their goods as they were being tumbled around by the water. Spend the $ to protect your valuables, friends!!

  • @SassyGrkGrl24
    @SassyGrkGrl24 8 місяців тому

    Can you buy snacks at the store and go thru security? We snacks at the airport is expensive.

    • @CruiseTipsTV
      @CruiseTipsTV  8 місяців тому

      Usually YES! As long as they are not liquid.

  • @ScottiveNatish
    @ScottiveNatish Рік тому +1

    What are your thoughts on hand washing some laundry items in the cabin bathroom? Thanks :-)

    • @CruiseTipsTV
      @CruiseTipsTV  Рік тому +1

      If there’s no self-serve laundry available, we will do this sometimes. I prefer to wash in the washing machine but if it’s smaller items, like underwear, bras, and socks, we will do it on occasion.

  • @lovedfriend2020
    @lovedfriend2020 Рік тому +2

    Tip bring your own soda of what YOU like.

  • @IdentifiantE.S
    @IdentifiantE.S Рік тому +3

    Hi hello from France 🙋🏻‍♂️🇫🇷 !! Have all a really good day !! 😮

  • @janetbrooke9233
    @janetbrooke9233 Рік тому

    We take snack packs of pretzels for enjoying at a bar.

  • @melhale1499
    @melhale1499 Рік тому

    Great ideas! Going on a cruise in June!

  • @jillfinney8804
    @jillfinney8804 Рік тому

    Hi! Great video. Do you have a link for your too too cute dress??? Thank you!

    • @CruiseTipsTV
      @CruiseTipsTV  Рік тому

      Aaah sure! The top I was wearing? Here ya go! amzn.to/3KK3Db9

  • @donkraus1991
    @donkraus1991 Рік тому +4

    Great tips, couple of things to consider. Plastic water bottles are not good on cruise ships anymore, so refillable only. Also cash is good to pay some vendors for food , clothes or art. They operate on tight margins and are happy for cash sales.

  • @jimmysgrl
    @jimmysgrl Рік тому +11

    Pack feminine hygiene products! They are ridiculously expensive on the ship and hard to find in port sometimes.

  • @Purvis-dw4qf
    @Purvis-dw4qf Рік тому

    We cruised twice last year on Carnival and they made us empty our cups before exiting the ship for an excursion/port visit.

  • @marieajordan2574
    @marieajordan2574 Рік тому +1

    You don't need to save space in your luggage, fir sodas.. thats taking up wayyyy toooo mych space. Who would do that. But your self a bungy cord. Put your sodas on top your case. And bungy it on top !!! HELLO !!!

  • @mjc5852
    @mjc5852 Рік тому +1

    Just get on your home scales holding your suitcase.

  • @miradonfbd
    @miradonfbd Рік тому

    How much soda are you typically allowed to bring on board?

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 Рік тому

      According to Royal Caribbean, 12 standard (17 oz.) cans, bottles or cartons per stateroom. Other cruise lines may differ.

    • @janel-christine
      @janel-christine Рік тому +1

      Well I’ve heard many stories about people bringing their case of soda & they still confiscate them from you

  • @jessicaandersson4313
    @jessicaandersson4313 Рік тому

    You only use pashmina for shawls made of a specual kind of wool, not for shawls in general.

  • @BIGLorrrrrrrrri
    @BIGLorrrrrrrrri Рік тому

    Can I bring my playstation4 on board?

  • @laurenschenck5355
    @laurenschenck5355 Рік тому

    Good afternoon Sheri Hope you are having a great day xoxo 😚 🩶💜🩵💛🧡🌹🌹🩷💛🩵💙💙💚🩶💜💜💓❤️📚❤️💕🌼💚🩶🩶💚💙💙🪻🪻🪻🪻💚😚💓❤️❤️❤️💕💕💘💘❣️🖤🖤💔💔🌼🌼💙💙💚🩶🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️🛳️

  • @Pavelpetuniablue
    @Pavelpetuniablue 5 місяців тому

    What does OG mean??????

    • @CruiseTipsTV
      @CruiseTipsTV  5 місяців тому

      Original :-)

    • @Pavelpetuniablue
      @Pavelpetuniablue 5 місяців тому

      @@CruiseTipsTV Thanks, i'd never have figured that out I was thinking "old girl."

  • @darleneeastburn7639
    @darleneeastburn7639 Рік тому

    ❤❤❤… thx you

  • @laurenschenck5355
    @laurenschenck5355 Рік тому +1

    I always pack chapstick and mini hand sanitizer and face masks too xoxo 😚 ❤️🪻💓💚💔🩷🩶🩶❤️‍🔥🖤🩵🩵💕💕🩵🩵🌼🛳️🛳️🛳️💕💕🛳️🤎🤎🤍🌸💗💗🌞🌻🌻🌼🩶🩶❤️‍🔥❣️💔💔💔🧡🪻💙💙❤️🪻💓💓💙💙

  • @Flamingogirl13
    @Flamingogirl13 Рік тому +1

    Just buy sunscreen at your destination. If you end up buying it on board, I doubt the $5 extra you spend on board is going to steal from your future retirement. This is up there with buying retail coffee. It’s not enough to ruin you financially.

  • @laurenschenck5355
    @laurenschenck5355 Рік тому

    You look amazing and glowing fairy and Sheri and a mermaid xoxo today xoxo 😚 🖤🧡🧡🖤🖤🧡🩶🩶🛳️🛳️🪻🌼🌼💝🌹🧜🏻‍♀️🧜🏻‍♀️🧜🏻‍♀️💘💘🩷💓💙💜💛🌞❤️‍🔥🪻🪻🌼❤️‍🔥❣️💙💘🩷🩷🩷💙💜💛💛🖤🖤🧡🧡🌈🌈🌈🌈🌻🌻🪻🌺🌸🌼🥀🌹🌷💐💐🌷🌹🌹🥀🌸🌺🪷🪻🪻🌻🌻🌻🪻🪷🌸🌼🌞🌞🌞

  • @jackmortimer329
    @jackmortimer329 Рік тому

    take

  • @vanessabullock36
    @vanessabullock36 Рік тому +2

    Pet pieve! I am not shlepping water or soda with me to a ship! Sorry, not doing it, not happening!

  • @laurenschenck5355
    @laurenschenck5355 Рік тому

    I love packing cubs helps so much the best! Xoxo 😚 🪻🪻🪻🪻🪻🌹🌹🌸🌈🖤🌻🌼🌻🧡🧡🪷🌺🌺🌷💐🩷💛💙💜🛳️❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥💓💓💘💘💘💓🛳️🛳️❣️❣️💔💝💓💓💝💔💔💐🌷🌹🌸🌈🧡🧡🧡🌻🌼🌼🌻🌞🪻🪻🪻🪻💙💙🩷🩷💙💙🩵🩵💙🖤🩶💚💚💛🧡❤️🩷🤍🤎💔❤️‍🔥💗💓💞💕❣️💖💖

  • @laurenschenck5355
    @laurenschenck5355 Рік тому +1

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