Frequent cruiser Sharon Taylor told Business Insider that first-timers should be careful not to overpack.
“New cruisers think cruising is a fashion show and pack way too many clothes and shoes, but you wind up just wanting to be comfortable,” she said.
Taylor said she brought two bathing suits, four pairs of shorts, two pairs of shoes, one formal outfit, eight pairs of underwear, and six tops for a seven-night cruise on board the Wonder of the Seas. She planned to buy two more tops on the trip.
Paul Gallifrey, who told Business Insider in 2022 that he had been on 30 cruises, said to pack what you need for the length of the cruise, but add a few extra options just in case.
“Maybe you decide to change clothes between pool time and the buffet,” Gallifrey said. “An extra shirt and pair of shorts will come in handy.”
Gallifrey added that some activities on ships and excursions require specific clothing, such as lace-up shoes for zip lining. Check the cruise line’s website for these requirements and pack accordingly.
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