• Best:

    βœ”οΈ Tuesday, Wednesday, early Thursday

    Worst (often pricier):

    ❌ Friday – Sunday

    (Prices refresh early in the week when airlines compete)

    πŸ•’ Best Time of Day to Book

    Early morning or late night often shows lower fares But day of week matters more than hour

    πŸ“‰ Cheapest Days to Fly

    Cheapest:

    🟒 Tuesday

    🟒 Wednesday

    🟒 Saturday

    Most expensive:

    πŸ”΄ Friday & Sunday (business + weekend travelers)

  • πŸ‘• Clothing Essentials

    Casual daytime outfits (shorts, tees, sundresses) Swimwear (2–3 recommended)

    Cover-ups

    Lightweight jacket or sweater (cool evenings & indoor AC)

    Dressy outfits for formal or theme nights

    Comfortable walking shoes (shore excursions)

    Sandals or flip-flops Dress shoes or wedges

    Sleepwear

    Undergarments

    Workout clothes (for gym or active excursions)

    Don’t over pack. If you are like me you will spend most of your sea days in your bathing suit and coverup πŸ€ͺ

    🧴 Toiletries & Health

    Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant Shampoo/conditioner (travel size if preferred)

    Sunscreen (reef-safe if required)

    After-sun lotion or aloe

    Motion sickness remedies (bands, pills, patches)

    Prescription medications

    Small first-aid kit (band-aids, pain reliever)

    Chapstick

    Hand sanitizer & wipes

    Personal grooming tools (razor, makeup, hair tools)

    Hand soap (just convince for me because I hate bar soap)

    🧳 Cruise Must-Haves

    Cruise documents (passport, boarding pass)

    Lanyard or card holder for cruise key card

    Carry-on day bag or small backpack

    Reusable water bottle

    Power strip (non-surge protected – cruise approved)

    Phone charger & portable power bank

    Waterproof phone pouch

    Magnetic hooks (I did not use mine but everyone recommends)

    Duck tape…yes really. If you are having to deal with rough waters, you want to be able to tape the shower door closed. Yes I learned this the hard way 🀣

    Laundry bag or fold-up hamper

    Clothesline if you have a balcony. Believe me this is a must to dry your bathing suits

    🏝️ Shore Excursion & Beach Gear

    Beach bag or tote Hat or visor

    Sunglasses

    Snorkel gear (optional)

    Water shoes

    Lightweight towel clips or bands

    Small dry bag

    Waterproof security pouch for all your valuables while at the beach

    πŸŽ‰ Extras You’ll Be Glad You Packed

    Books, e-reader, or games

    Notebook or cruise journal

    Nightlight (bathrooms are dark!)

    Wrinkle-release spray

    Dress theme accessories (white night, tropical, 70s/80s, etc.)

    🚫 What NOT to Pack

    Irons or steamers

    Surge-protected power strips

    Candles

    Weapons or illegal items

    ✨ Pro Tip:

    Pack one change of clothes and swimwear in your carry-onβ€”luggage delivery can take a few hours!

    If you’d like, tell me:

    🌍 Cruise destination ⛴️ Cruise line πŸ“… Length of cruise

    and I’ll customize this list just for your trip 😊

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