See and Do in Packing for a cruise
camera, film/memory card - Even if you're not a shutterbug, snapshots are one of the cheapest and best souvenirs of your trip. "Disposable" cameras can provide reasonably good images, but if you plan to travel much it's worth investing in an inexpensive reusable camera for more predictable results. Digital cameras are now comparable in picture quality to film cameras.
power strip or outlet tap - There is likely only one electrical outlet in the bathroom and one in the stateroom. That may not be convenient if charging and/or powering several items.
travel coffee cup with lid - Walking around the deck is much safer with a travel cup than with the open cups and glasses provided by the cruise lines. Enjoy a beautiful sunrise while sitting in a deck chair and sipping a warm beverage.
notepad and pen for journal - Evedn less expensive than photographs and even more personal, a journal can help you relive your adventure years later.
handheld GPS unit - Rather than bugging the crew, a GPS unit can tell where you are. A cruise ship's course and speed tends to be dictated more by when they want to arrive in port than by geography, so don't expect a shortest-distance best-speed route.
family radio service portables - These "walkie-talkies" make it much easier for families and others to communicate on large ships. Some cruise lines now rent them.
ziplock bags - Carry several sizes of ziplock bags. They are handy for so many things.
laundry supplies - Check your ship's information to see if there are self-service laundry facilities available. If you plan on utilizing them, pack travel sized laundry detergent, a few dryer sheets, and quarters. Sandy beaches and exercise classes can dirty up clothes quickly.
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The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about Packing for a cruise
