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Don't forget
Camera. Sunscreen. Swimsuit. The first thing to remember is that you're on vacation and you are aboard one of our "Fun Ships" to have a good time. The second thing to remember is to travel light. If you keep those two things in mind, you should do just fine.
Casual attire and resort wear is the order of the day both on board and in port. Shorts, slacks, sundresses, blouses, etc., are in line for women. Clothing for men is just as casual. You should bring a pair of rubber-soled sandals or sneakers to wear on deck and a pair of good walking shoes. You might also want to consider bringing along a sweater or jacket for cool evenings and inexpensive rain gear in case of a sudden shower. Women may want to bring along a hat or scarf. You'll have a chance to dress up on two nights during 7 day or longer cruises (one night on shorter cruises) for the Captain's Cocktail Party and the Gala Farewell Dinner. On the other evenings you can dress casually for dinner (no shorts or tank tops).
For those not wanting to dress up, the Lido
Restaurants are open nightly and have a casual
dress code. Formal Wear: tuxedo; suit and tie;
sport coat, tie and slacks; evening gown; cocktail
dress; pantsuit Casual Resort Wear: sport shirts
and slacks; dresses; skirts; pantsuit; Capri pants
NOTE: Shorts, t-shirts, tank tops and bathing
attire are not permitted in the Dining Room during
dinner.
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On the
first day...
For the first day of your cruise, pack a small
carry-on bag with your travel documents, a change
of clothes, bathing suit, workout clothes, and any
medications you may need. That way you don't have
to wait for your checked bags to arrive in your
stateroom.
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Onboard
attire...
Shorts, t-shirts, slacks, trousers, casual skirts,
blouses and sundresses are all perfect during the
day, whether indoors or out.
For lounging by the pool, pack two bathing suits
(an extra suit in case the other is wet) and a
pair of casual shoes (e.g., flip-flops, sandals,
sneakers). You'll also need some casual shorts and
a couple of t-shirts or a cover-up for getting to
and from the pool areas.
If you're planning to visit our onboard fitness
center, be sure to bring extra shorts, t-shirts
and socks that you won't mind working out in -
plus a pair of tennis or running shoes/sneakers.
Dinner attire...
Meals in the main dining room follow this schedule
for a 7-Day Cruise, 4 nights casual dining, 1
night Smart Casual, and 2 nights Formal.
Suggested guidelines for
these nights are:
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Casual: Sport shirts and slacks
for men, sundresses or pants for women
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Smart Casual: Jackets and ties for
men, dresses or pantsuits for women
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Formal: Suits and ties or tuxedos
for men, cocktail dresses for women
For
fun... There are four very important
types of books you'll want to consider packing:
Travel guides - to help you explore new
destinations
Poolside pleasures - nothing beats a great read in
the sun
Journal - keep an account of your adventure for
sharing and reminiscing
Address book - send your friends a postcard to
make them jealous
Binoculars are another often forgotten, yet
indispensable travel item. Be sure to pack a pair
for magnified excitement onboard and onshore.
Save space...
Be sure to leave some room in your luggage for all
those souvenirs and mementos. Some space-saving
ideas include: Bring shirts and pants/skirts that
mix and match, turning three outfits into five or
six. Wear your heaviest shoes during embarkation
and disembarkation so you don't have to pack them.
Pack small items inside larger ones for
efficiency. Bring an additional empty bag for
those acquired extras.
For formal nights you'll need cocktail dresses for
women, suits and ties - or tuxedos - for men. And
for the smart casual nights bring dresses or
pantsuit for women, jackets for men.
Remember, shorts, T-shirts, and bathing suits are
not considered appropriate attire in the dining
rooms at dinner. Casual dress dining is available
nightly in the Windjammer Cafe. And be aware
you'll also need smart casual attire for some of
our specialty restaurants.
We also offer tuxedo rentals for formal dinners
and special occasions.
Onshore attire...
You'll need comfortable walking shoes, as well as
a hat and sunscreen for protection from the sun.
If you are cruising to Northern Europe or Alaska,
remember that nights on deck can be cool. Bring
sweaters, jackets and long pants. And if you'll be
touring any museums, cathedrals or churches, it's
always wise to dress conservatively. You may also
want to bring a raincoat, hiking shoes and a
travel umbrella. And don't forget your swimsuit -
it may be cool outside but it's always warm in our
Solarium.
What Not To Pack
For the safely of our guests, the following items
are not allowed onboard: Electrical Transformers,
Coffee Makers, Candles, Irons, Illegal Drugs,
Flammable Liquids and Explosives, such as
fireworks. For security purposes, we also
recommend not packing any valuables (such as
jewelry) in your checked luggage.
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