Alaska Packing Guide - For Both Travel Documents and Identification
____ airline tickets or e-ticket confirmation
____ cruise documents
____ passports ____ wallet and fanny pack
____ driver's license and auto insurance card - in case you decide to rent a car when ashore
____ medical insurance cards and medical history ____ credit cards - be sure to call credit card companies alert them you are traveling
____ ATM card
____ pre-paid phone card
____ cash or traveler's checks (be sure to keep traveler's checks receipt in separate location)
____ 3 copies of airline tickets, cruise tickets, passports/visas, itinerary - Pack in different locations, leave 1 at home ____ contact numbers to report lost/stolen credit cards or traveler's checks
____ emergency numbers at home
Sundries
____ prescription drugs and any other essential medications in carry on bag
____ ear plugs or "ear planes"
____ small first aid kit ____ Crazy glue
____ bug spray (not for your cabin on the ship, but for those pesky mosquitoes ashore
____ sun screen/sun block and lip sunblock
____ germicidal hand cleaner
____ handi-wipes
____ hand lotion
____ rubbing alcohol
____ foot lotion
____ sewing kit and scissors (pack in checked luggage)
____ travel-size Woolite (for washing small items in sink)
____ clothes pins (for hanging cloths in shower to dry)
____ empty folding tote bag - for souvenirs
____ hats/caps/visors
Miscellaneous Necessities
____ binoculars
____ watch
____ glasses, extra contacts, contact lens cleaner and case
____ extra reading glasses
____ sunglasses
____ reading sunglasses
____ guidebooks and other port of call information
____ maps
____ reading material - books to read while on the plane or lounging by the pool
____ journal or notebook and pen/pencil - for making notes to tell your friends back home about your experiences
____ business cards with email address to give out to new cruise friends
____ home and email addresses of friends/relatives back home - for sending postcards, emails, or gifts
____ extra plastic cable-lock ties for securing luggage for return trip (better than locks, but one-time use only)
____ extra luggage name tags (in case yours are lost on the outbound trip)
____ small travel alarm clock - battery operated
____ extra plastic cable-lock ties for securing luggage for return trip (better than locks, but one-time use only)
____ extra luggage name tags (in case yours are lost on the outbound trip)
____ small flashlight
____ night light
____ corkscrew (be sure to put in checked luggage)
____ Swiss Army knife or something similar with screwdriver head, etc. (be sure to put in checked luggage)
____ small umbrella
____ collapsible travel pillow for those long airplane flights
Photography & Electronic Equipment (if your very interested)
____ Digital Camera or Traditional Camera ____ Video Camera
____ Zoom Lenses
____ Tripod
____ Extra film or memory card sticks or video tape
____ Extra batteries or battery charger
____ Walkman, MP3 Player, IPod
____ Laptop or PDA - (leave it at home, you're on vacation!)
| Alaska Packing Guide for Her
____ Curling Iron or Curlers/Flat Iron
____ Comb/Brush
____ Hair Gel or Mousse
____ Hair Spray (non-aerosol)
____ Shower Cap
____ Soap/Face Wash
____ Deodorant
____ Perfume
____ Toothbrush/Toothpaste/Floss/Mouthwash
____ Tweezers
____ Make-up Mirror
____ Make-up and Make-up Bag(list can be endless!)
____ Make-up Remover
____ Cleanser
____ Moisturizer and Freshener
____ Nail Polish and Remover
____ Nail Clippers and File (be sure to pack in checked luggage)
____ Razor and Shaving Cream
Note: Although today's modern cruise ships and hotels have hair dryers, shampoo, and conditioner in the stateroom, please feel free to bring your own travel versions if your prefer.
Daytime and Casual Wear
____ Bras (include strapless if needed for evening wear)
____ Undergarments
____ Lingerie, Nightgown, Pajamas,
____ Exercise/walking socks
____ Belts
____ Scarves
____ Gloves and Stocking Cap
____ Walking and Hiking Shoes
____ Walking Sandals
____ Costume Jewelry and Extra Watch
____ Swim Suit
____ Swim Suit Cover-up, Pareo, Sarong
____ Sandals or Flip Flops (for onboard by the pool)
____ Workout Clothes and Sports Bra
____ 4 Dresses/outfits for informal nights on ship
____ Shorts
____ Tops of All Types (sleeveless, short-sleeved, long-sleeved)
____ Capri Pants
____ Slacks
____ Windbreaker Jacket
____ Sweatshirt
____ Raincoat with Hood
____ Waterproof Footwear
Evening Wear
____ 3 Dresses/outfits for formal nights on ship
____ Evening Sweater
____ Evening Jacket/Wrap
____ Belts
____ Evening Bag
____ Evening Shoes
____ Costume Jewelry/Hair Accessories
____ Trouser Socks or Pantyhose
____ Camisole/slip
| Alaska Packing Guide for Him
____ Shaving Kit / Shower Bag
____ Toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, mouthwash
____ Razor and shaving cream (or electric razor and supplies)
____ Aftershave and Cologne
____ Shampoo or soap (cruise lines supply both, unless you have a favorite)
____ Brush / Comb / Hair gel
____ Deodorant
____ Nail clippers and file (be sure to pack in checked luggage)
____ Nose hair trimmers and tweezers (be sure to pack in checked luggage)
____ Pajamas / Robe (some ships have robes)
Note: Today's modern cruise ships and hotels have hair dryers in the stateroom
Daytime and Casual Wear
____ Underwear, boxers, briefs, undershirts
____ Socks - exercise, walking, evening wear
____ Jeans
____ Shorts - Alaska can be 75 or more degrees some days
____ Khaki Pants
____ Belt
____ Casual Shirts and Golf Shirts
____ Turtle-neck shirt
____ Sweat-shirt or Sweater
____ Gloves and Scarf (it gets cold on a glacier)
____ Waterproof windbreaker jacket
____ T-Shirts
____ Exercise / workout clothes
____ Comfortable walking shoes, Casual Shoes, Dock Siders
____ Exercise / Running Shoes
____ Swimming Trunks (Hot tubs and covered pools on most ships)
____ Baseball cap, Hat, or Sun Visor
Evening Wear
Note: On a 7-Night Alaska Cruise, there are typically three casual nights (golf shirts/button down & slacks); two "sportjacket" nights; and two "formal nights" (dark suit or tuxedo). No shorts or jeans at dinner.
____ Slacks
____ Belt
____ Dress Shirts
____ Sport Jacket
____ Dark Suit or Tuxedo
____ Tie, cummerbund, tuxedo tie, vest, suspenders
____ Dress Socks
____ Dress Shoes
____ Cufflinks & Studs
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