Important Tips For a Mediterranean Cruise
Exotic places are beautiful however it is not home and we go there with a different set of expectations, here are a list of things to take to make life easier and safe.
Take a money belt that fit under clothes.
Pick pocketing is bad.
Don't carry a purse and men don't carry a wallet in a back pocket.
I have heard of several people who while walking, standing or taking pictures had their money disappear and of straps being cut to get a purse.
Be alert at all times!Take half the clothes you think you'll need and twice the money! Things to Pack: • Spray bottle of wrinkle releaser - Irons are not allowed onboard • Hanger top clothespins - for sink washed clothes.
• D-rings in all sizes - for water bottles on our packs, "locks" on our backpacks/waist pouches.
• Mini packs of tissue - restrooms ashore don't always provide toilet paper.
• Small bottles of hand sanitizer - so we did not have to pay to use the restroom.
• Zip style baggies assorted sizes - to carry snacks • Post-it notes - communicating with cabin steward and family • Camel Back hydration system - to continue the tour without stopping for drinks, it is hot and dusty in some places • Light jacket - the nights tend to get a little chilly • Dollar Store or Walgreens plastic ponchos for sudden downpours.
These happen when you least expect it.
• Travel document notebook - to keep all your important information in one place; keep it with you when you leave the shop and in the safe when you are on board • Coin purse - There is a lot of coins used so this comes in handy.
• Wiglets (for women) - formal nights pulled my hair back and it looked great.
• Sun hat.
• A very comfortable pair of walking shoes -- you walk more than you think you will • Power strip - There was only one electrical outlet in the room so for multiple charges.
• ATM cards with pins - the BEST way to change money.
• Brightly colored duct tape on all bags! I took but didn't Use • Travel cooler.
• Shorts - a lot of people wore crop pants or long pants.
Majority of the churches don't allow entry with shorts.
• Umbrella - disposable ponchos much easier.
• Travelers checks - MOST places don't take them and they don't have good exchange rates.
Wish I had Packed: • jeans • More capris and long pants.
• Sweatshirts • Warmer sleepwear for cold nights
Take a money belt that fit under clothes.
Pick pocketing is bad.
Don't carry a purse and men don't carry a wallet in a back pocket.
I have heard of several people who while walking, standing or taking pictures had their money disappear and of straps being cut to get a purse.
Be alert at all times!Take half the clothes you think you'll need and twice the money! Things to Pack: • Spray bottle of wrinkle releaser - Irons are not allowed onboard • Hanger top clothespins - for sink washed clothes.
• D-rings in all sizes - for water bottles on our packs, "locks" on our backpacks/waist pouches.
• Mini packs of tissue - restrooms ashore don't always provide toilet paper.
• Small bottles of hand sanitizer - so we did not have to pay to use the restroom.
• Zip style baggies assorted sizes - to carry snacks • Post-it notes - communicating with cabin steward and family • Camel Back hydration system - to continue the tour without stopping for drinks, it is hot and dusty in some places • Light jacket - the nights tend to get a little chilly • Dollar Store or Walgreens plastic ponchos for sudden downpours.
These happen when you least expect it.
• Travel document notebook - to keep all your important information in one place; keep it with you when you leave the shop and in the safe when you are on board • Coin purse - There is a lot of coins used so this comes in handy.
• Wiglets (for women) - formal nights pulled my hair back and it looked great.
• Sun hat.
• A very comfortable pair of walking shoes -- you walk more than you think you will • Power strip - There was only one electrical outlet in the room so for multiple charges.
• ATM cards with pins - the BEST way to change money.
• Brightly colored duct tape on all bags! I took but didn't Use • Travel cooler.
• Shorts - a lot of people wore crop pants or long pants.
Majority of the churches don't allow entry with shorts.
• Umbrella - disposable ponchos much easier.
• Travelers checks - MOST places don't take them and they don't have good exchange rates.
Wish I had Packed: • jeans • More capris and long pants.
• Sweatshirts • Warmer sleepwear for cold nights
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