What else have I forgotten!!!

[richnorto]

11 days till the cruise and I just realized this morning I hadn't made Hotel reservations for the dogs or ourselves! I got lucky and booked the LAST run at the Vet's for the dogs, but not so lucky for ourselves.:( Looks like we might be staying further from Port Canaveral and Parking at the Port. Radisson is overbooked (Looks like 7 families will be sharing rooms...?). Clothing, shoes, Birth Certificates etc. are handled... I think...What else am I forgetting:confused: ?.

Also, what do you think about packing beach towels. We plan to head off on our own on Tortola and St. Thomas. Can you just grab some as you leave the ship?

[HeatherInFlorida]

No, you absolutely don't need beach towels. When you go to the gangway there's a huge bin there and they hand out all the towels you need. Just takes up a lot of space.

Did you check all hotels in the area? I can't believe there's nothing available for you!

Well, at least the dogs are set! That's the most important part! And don't forget those passports;) !

[lgt]

Try the Courtyard in Cocoa Beach. It's not very far (maybe 4 miles) and it's very nice.

[richnorto]

Thanks Heather,
I'm sure there is a Hotel available! I've only checked 9 of the major "Brands" in the Cocoa Beach area. I think if I work my way inland, I will find something.:) I'm actually more worried that there is something I'm forgetting that I can't work out at the last minute!

[JaniceB]

Do a search for hotels in Port Canaveral on this board. I know I have read about more than 1 hotel. I am glad I am not staying at the Radisson, 4 in a room is enough. Glad you found a temporary home for your dogs. It is very hard to get a room for animals during school holidays in Southern Maryland. One other item you might consider if you are doing the Baths in Tortola is some kind of water proof wallet and definetly a waterproof camera. There are no lockers that I know of.

[ekerr19]

Just a few things from my list:

cancel milk delivery
cancel newspaper - donate it
hold mail
pay all bills
do laundry
board animals with vet
get cash & travler's checks
get: film, sunscreen, aloe gel, immodium, prilosec, tums, excedrin, tylenol, tylenol cold & sinus, benedryl, bonine, chapstick, band aids, sewing kit, safety pins, tweezers, clippers, scissors, batteries (anyone on the 3/20 Volendam who forgets any of this stuff - I will have it all!)
tux shirt studs & cuff links
bow ties & vests
DH's belt & tux suspenders
DS's dress shoes & socks
evening bags
aftershave & cologne
umbrella
books to read
ipods & game boys
crossword puzzle book for DH & mechanical pencil w/eraser
air tix, hotel res, cruise tix, docs, shore excursion info
photocopy passports, credit cards, driver's licenses
leave contact info and 1 set of photocopied docs with friend
lock all windows - test alarm (make sure you know the code)
pick up clothes from cleaners
finish packing

There is more... this is just a bit from my ongoing list!

[localady]

Richnorto-

I pray we are not one of the family sleeping together due to the Radisson's overbooking....we are booked there that night!!!!:eek: I will make a point to get us checked in early so we have a room....how can a place overbook?????????

Whatever you forget, generally you can get or get by without!:cool:

[TeresaJenkins]

11 days till the cruise and I just realized this morning I hadn't made Hotel reservations for the dogs or ourselves! I got lucky and booked the LAST run at the Vet's for the dogs, but not so lucky for ourselves.:( Looks like we might be staying further from Port Canaveral and Parking at the Port. Radisson is overbooked (Looks like 7 families will be sharing rooms...?). Clothing, shoes, Birth Certificates etc. are handled... I think...What else am I forgetting:confused: ?.
Also, what do you think about packing beach towels. We plan to head off on our own on Tortola and St. Thomas. Can you just grab some as you leave the ship?

1 Don't forget to ask someone to take care of your mail
2 your tickets
3 identification
4 meds
5 maps
6 emergency contact numbers
7 special toy for the pets while you are away (they will miss you)
8 With multiple people in the same room make sure you have a small bag packed so you don't have to go through your large suitcases.
9 Cash/credit cards/money orders
10 After you have made your "list and checked it twice/50 times", whatever you do DON'T FORGET THE BLENDER. :D
11 film/digital camera
Have a great time, and give us a report when you return.:)

[HeatherInFlorida]

cancel milk delivery


You have milk delivery?????

[richnorto]

BIG help! I had forgotten about mail, newspapers, bills, and TICKETS! I knew there was something!!! Tickets are going with other things RIGHT NOW!!!:D Strange how those things didn't make my 3 page list...Thank you!
Laurie

[HeatherInFlorida]

Laurie, here's a great list and she breaks it down by the day!!! There's a separate list for guy's "special needs":) taken from Linda Coffman's web page.

I'm copying part of it here:

The essential carry-on bag --
(No one needs everything on this list but I start out with it for every cruise. I mark off the things I need as I pack them and simply cross off the ones I don't. Want to print this list?)

makeup remover
freshener/moisturizer
cotton balls/q-tips
toothbrush/toothpaste/mouthwash/floss
perfume/body & hand lotions
deodorant/talcum powder
sun screen
eye shadow/liner/mascara
powder/blush/concealer/lipstick
nail polish/polish remover pads
shampoo/conditioner/gel/hair spray (non-aerosol)
brushes/combs
bobby pins/clips/bows/hair bands
hair dryer/curling iron/shower cap
make-up mirror/plug in cube tap
clothes steamer/lint brush/Woolite
folding tote bag/fanny pack
caps/visors
Zip-Lock bags/garbage bags
jewelry
medicines/bandages/antiseptic cream
germicidal hand cleaner
extra glasses/contact lens supplies
flasks
camera/film/extra batteries/binoculars
Walkman/speakers/tapes or CDs
passport/money/documents/keys (home & luggage)
With post-9/11 airline regulations prohibiting sharp objects in carry-on bags, I now pack the following in checked luggage:

nail file and buffer/nail clippers & scissors
tweezers/sewing kit/small scissors
razor/shaving accessories
MORE about Packing & Organizing --I have a special treat for cyber-cruisers! An entire PAGE of packing tips. Here you'll discover someSecrets for Packing and Organizing (http://***************/pack3.htm). Not all my secrets, mind you. However they are some of my favorites.

And another way to plan...

Day-by-Day
(A wardrobe plan for a sample 7-night Caribbean cruise with pre-night hotel stay.)

Fly to San Juan and a night at Condado Plaza

sweater set/navy print slacks/tennis shoes (plane)
shorts (hotel afternoon)
purple top and flowered skort/sandals (evening)
Embarkation Day (San Juan) - Casual

shorts and polo top/tennis shoes
purple crinkle rayon pants and tunic/black sandals
Important Note: Carry on the outfits you want to wear to dinner--your luggage might not get delivered to your cabin in time to change!

Day One (at sea) - Formal

exercise shorts and t-shirt
swimwear
flowered shorts and top
print cocktail dress/black heels
Day Two (Martinique) - Informal

exercise shorts and t-shirt
navy paisley shorts and top
swimwear
navy and gold pants and tunic/gold sandals
Day Three (Barbados) - Casual

exercise shorts and top
shorts and polo top
swimwear
black linen sundress/black sandals
Day Four (Antigua) - Casual

exercise shorts and top
shorts and polo top
swimwear
blue flowered slacks and tunic/black sandals
Day Five (St. Marteen) - Formal

shorts and t-shirt (for sailing excursion)
swimwear
shorts and top
black cocktail dress/black heels
Day Six (St. Thomas) - Casual

exercise shorts and t-shirt
swimwear
shorts and top
black flowered slacks and cotton sweater/sandals
Day Seven (Disembarkation-San Juan-fly home)

navy print slacks and white top/tennis shoes
Misc. Clothing and Accessories

night gowns/robe
pantyhose/knee-high stockings
bras/panties/slips
white shorts/white slacks/two blouses or polo shirts
knock around shorts and t-shirt
flip flops/water shoes
swimsuits (3)/cover-up
jewelry
socks/white tennis shoes
purses (daytime & evening)
P.S. Ladies, pack something for your husband, too! See Packing for Men (http://***************/pack2.htm)

[Randyk47]

My DW has solved the whole packing problem for our upcoming 12 day cruise.....now I just have to figure out how to get the triple dresser in the back of the Jeep. :eek: Driving and not flying to a cruise for the first time has opened a whole new set of possibilities. I don't know how many times I heard "Well....at least I don't have to worry about weight limit this cruise" this past weekend as DW kept carrying stuff to our "staging area" in the guest room. As for me.....I hope those little wheels hold up on my two bags as I tow them behind the truck.

[ekerr19]

You have milk delivery?????

??? Yes...Is this something weird???? He will also bring cheese, half & half, whipping cream, OJ, sour cream, cookie dough etc.

[HeatherInFlorida]

I think there was a thread about milk delivery last year. It rings a bell. No, there is no such thing here. It sound terrific, but we don't have it.

[HeatherInFlorida]

I found it! It was in the "How old are you" thread: Cruise Critic Message Boards - How Old Are You? (http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?p=1778411&highlight=milk#post1778411)The posts about milk delivery go back to August 2004 so I think my memory (at least) is doing pretty great for a little old lady.

[JaniceB]

Heather,

What a great list. My list just got longer, too. The flask seems rather odd. I am sure my husband will want to pack that item.

Localady,

Good luck on the hotel, sounds like Sardine City.

[ekerr19]

Heather -

Great work! Here is the thread I thought you might be referring to...

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=73569&highlight=milk+delivery

[dakrewser]

You have milk delivery?????


You've got to remember that Laura lives way out in the boonies. The milk is probably delivered by the farmer next door still in its 'original' container!

[ekerr19]

You've got to remember that Laura lives way out in the boonies. The milk is probably delivered by the farmer next door still in its 'original' container!

The milk comes in glass bottles, and boy it sure is good! Cheaper than buying it in the store too! ;)

Something to be said for livin' in the boonies, huh? ;)

[soccerfootballmom]

Thank goodness it's just my friend and I staying at the Radisson that night...when traveling with the kids, we usually book adjoining rooms. Would NOT want to start our cruise off on the wrong foot O_0

Good luck finding a hotel rich...I'm sure it won't be a huge problem:)

[HeatherInFlorida]

Heather -

Great work! Here is the thread I thought you might be referring to...

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=73569&highlight=milk+delivery

Oh, yes, Laura! That one, too! And you were the instigator that time as well:D

[cheshire999]

Here's a Comfort Inn & Suites that claims service to the cruise ships.

Comfort Inn & Suites Cocoa Beach Port Canaveral hotel cruise packages (http://www.comfortinncocoabeach.com/cruise.htm)

[richnorto]

Darn!!! Booked!!! I may call in person tomorrow to see if I have better luck!!Thank you:) By the way, thank you everyone for the packing tips! I printed off the lists and am in the process of collecting all of the items not on my first list.:) DH's eyes BUGGED when he saw the piles in the bedroom!:D

[ekerr19]

DH's eyes BUGGED when he saw the piles in the bedroom!:D

LOL! Get used to it - that is a regular occurance in our household, especially when I pull out the shoes!

[soccerfootballmom]

Darn!!! Booked!!! I may call in person tomorrow to see if I have better luck!!:D

That's what happened when I went to book the Radisson...everyplace I checked on line didn't have what we wanted...finally called Radisson directly and they were able to book us. So I would call them direct;) Just a little over 1 week to go!!!:D

[JaniceB]

LOL! Get used to it - that is a regular occurance in our household, especially when I pull out the shoes!

My DH eyes will be rolling. I am really trying to narrow it down, not having much luck.

[ekerr19]

JaniceB - I am having the same problem! I have started a "preliminary" preview of what I want to take - our dining room is my current "staging" area and DH passed through over the weekend and just scowled at the shoes - fortunately, I was able to blame some of them on DD, but it backfired. He said, "If you two can wear some of the same shoes and SHARE them, it means less shoes to take, period." - which isn't exactly what I hoped his reaction would be - I thought he'd compliment me on my ability to pick pairs we both could wear.

I was trying to EXPAND my shoe selection, not reduce it...:confused:

[Time2sail]

No "War Eagle"s while traveling through "Gator, Seminole, Hurricane" country. Have a great cruise:)

[richnorto]

No "War Eagle"s while traveling through "Gator, Seminole, Hurricane" country. Have a great cruise:)

I'll really try to control myself, but....sometimes they just slip out WAR EAGLE!!:D One little obscure comment and my little non-secret is out!!:D

Thanks, I'm sure we will have a great time!:)

[Rosarymb]

Here I've been going nuts getting Birth Certificates, my passport, hotel room, amtrak reservations, etc., and forgot to call the vet to board my cats! Thank goodness for the board, or I would have probably pulled up to the vet to drop them off and found the kennel was full! I've got a 22 pound Maine Coon/Persian cross, and a 17 pound "cat" (both rescues from abusive homes, don't get me started) and they'd be heart broken to know they weren't always in my thoughts....

Well, back to making cat food money...;)

[Time2sail]

When you get your HAL "DAM" t-shirt, you can customize it with WAR "DAM" EAGLE. You'll be the envy of the Auburn fans next fall.;)

[JaniceB]

I am a Terps fan, imagine that being from Maryland. The ACC Tournament starts today. I hope they win, so I can bring my Terps shirt on the cruise.

Go Terps!

[Time2sail]

I am a Terps fan, imagine that being from Maryland. The ACC Tournament starts today. I hope they win, so I can bring my Terps shirt on the cruise.

Go Terps!

In the SEC, Football is the sport. Basketball is the game played until football starts again:)

[richnorto]

In the SEC, Football is the sport. Basketball is the game played until football starts again:)

SO TRUE!!! :D Customising the "DAM" shirt is a great idea! When we have a good season (doesn't happen nearly as often as I would like) we like to broadcast!!:D HEHEHE