[Hyacinth Bucket]

Here is a packing list that I provide my clients with - if you can think of anything that is not on the list please let us all know.

Following that I am posting why I feel it is important to bring records of your insurance policies.

A suggested list of items to bring on your cruise.

Passport
Drivers License
Credit/Debit cards
Tickets
Camera and Film
Safety Pins
Spot Remover
Wallet
Comb/Brush
Suntan Lotion
Deodorant
Toothbrush and Toothpaste
Needles, Thread and Safety Pins
Umbrella
Reservations - confirmations for hotels and/or vouchers
First Aid Supplies
Calling Cards
Phone Numbers
Prescriptions (Duplicates)
Addresses and Stamps
Cellular Phone
Battery Charger
Medicines and Aspirin
Prescription glasses and Sunglasses
Sunglasses
Phone and Fax List
Curling iron
Electric/shaver
Feminine items
Non prescription items
Bathing suit
Belts
Robe
Beach Jackets
Blouses
Shaving Supplies
Coat
Sweater
Shirts
Cosmetic Supplies
Shoes and Socks
Swimsuit
Dresses
Slacks
Handkerchiefs
Slippers or Thongs
Scarves
Handbag (dress and travel)
Suits (one dark for evening)
Hosiery
Ties
Pajamas/night gown
Jewelry
Underwear
Raincoat or Topcoat
Robe or Beach Coat
Shoes (dress and walking)
Shower Cap
Sweaters
Extra light weight luggage that you can put in your suit case.
Zip loc bags

List of insurance policies, policy numbers, phone numbers and contact persons. I suggest you do this in case there is an emergency at home, you will have all the information you need at your finger tips.

List of people who you use for plumbing, electrical and other problems. This list should include their names, phone numbers and cell phone number. This list should be given to who ever is checking your house.

These last two tips saved one of our clients a lot of money and aggravation. One of their water pipes broke. She was able to give the neighbor all the necessary information, so that the problem could be fixed immediately and who should be notified.

HB

HB

[Rokinronda]

Thanks HB, I will use a condensed version for my trip to R. I. next week. My baby sisters wedding. Yes, my dad remarried and I have a baby sis 21 years younger than I am. It is a mother daughter trip. My daughter was born 2 years after my baby sister. It will be a marvelous trip. :bigthumbsup: And I think I will have everything I need!!

[Muncle]

Great list Hyacinth, not only for cruises but for any trip, especially the last two items. Might need some modification to satisfy a couple weeks drive-about instead of a cruise.

One item (or items) you might consider is a list of userids and passwords along with internet addresses for sites you may need, e.g., bank, charge card company, insurance, library (if you have to renew those books on tape), whatever. But remember to keep this info safe --- like maybe keep URLs, userid, and passwords on different papers in different locations if necessary.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Muncle, great idea. Also when we travel we find out where the local libraries are, and they usualy have a guest policy, where you can use the internet free.

Also a good place to buy inexpensive books to read on your trip.

HB

[deano_hoosier]

We also live by post-it notes for the cabin steward and each other so we know where we are on the ship! Usually leave them on the mirror.

Have also used two different color highlighters so that we can mark the daily bulletin for "our" activities (is this too anal?) -- but it works.

If you have a balcony, I've had to use duck tape or bungee cords to make sure the sliding door stays open at night.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Hi, we have done the same thing. We have also brought walkie talkies. That worked the best.

HB