Rare curlybelle2 Posted February 15, 2012 #1 Share Posted February 15, 2012 We are sailing on the Caribbean Princess next week. I need to save space in the suitcase. Are there hair dryers in the cabins? Also do they provide shampoo? We have sailed before with Princess but it has been a few years, so I thought I would check. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare karatemom2 Posted February 15, 2012 #2 Share Posted February 15, 2012 Yes there is a blow dryer in your cabin and shampoo and conditioner are supplied. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadrifter Posted February 15, 2012 #3 Share Posted February 15, 2012 We are sailing on the Caribbean Princess next week. I need to save space in the suitcase. Are there hair dryers in the cabins? Also do they provide shampoo? We have sailed before with Princess but it has been a few years, so I thought I would check. Thanks Yes, cabins on Princess have hair dryers and shampoo. No need to pack your own:). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachsea&sail Posted February 15, 2012 #4 Share Posted February 15, 2012 They do provide both. However, that said, I have found that the hairdryer takes about 45 minutes - an hour to dry my shoulder length hair completely and, even then, I need to start with the straightening iron if I want my hair really straight. To save myself at least 40 minutes that could be better spent enjoying my cruise, as well as keep the temperature in the room cool, I would rather bring my own hairdryer and bring one less pair of shoes or make due with a few less "things" in my suitcase. My DH has asked why I can't live without drying my hair -- I just give him "the look". As for shampoo, again, personal preference. Princess provides the shampoos they use in the spa, but I prefer what I use at home, so I usually get trial sizes from my salon whenever I purchase shampoo & conditioner and put them away until I go on vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wileyd577 Posted February 15, 2012 #5 Share Posted February 15, 2012 The hairdryers are weak................the shampoo is a eucalyptus/rosemary kind of scent.....I love it........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul929207 Posted February 15, 2012 #6 Share Posted February 15, 2012 I can't talk to the hair dryer, the way to dry my hair is turn off the shower. They do have shampoo, conditioner and body lotion in the bathroom. The cabin steward will replenish as necessary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisemom42 Posted February 15, 2012 #7 Share Posted February 15, 2012 I have thick straight hair just above shoulder length and Princess (or any) blow dryer is fine with me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUZER2012 Posted February 15, 2012 #8 Share Posted February 15, 2012 They do provide both. However, that said, I have found that the hairdryer takes about 45 minutes - an hour to dry my shoulder length hair completely and, even then, I need to start with the straightening iron if I want my hair really straight. To save myself at least 40 minutes that could be better spent enjoying my cruise, as well as keep the temperature in the room cool, I would rather bring my own hairdryer and bring one less pair of shoes or make due with a few less "things" in my suitcase. My DH has asked why I can't live without drying my hair -- I just give him "the look". As for shampoo, again, personal preference. Princess provides the shampoos they use in the spa, but I prefer what I use at home, so I usually get trial sizes from my salon whenever I purchase shampoo & conditioner and put them away until I go on vacation. Your DH IMHAO makes a good point about the "live without drying" hair idea. Many women don't use a hair dryer and their hair looks great. Or maybe you could do your hair styling on the balcony with a nice styling brush and the great ocean breezes. You could also wear a wig. My point is that there are options. If you can't live with what is provided, bring your own. Cruising should be enjoyable. Right? ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CZEE Posted February 16, 2012 #9 Share Posted February 16, 2012 The hairdryers are weak................the shampoo is a eucalyptus/rosemary kind of scent.....I love it........ Agree--weak, weak, weak. If I want to pull the curl out of my hair, I need a dryer with more wattage. So, I brink my own. While I love the smell of the shampoo and conditioner, it's pretty harsh. If you use organic shampoos without sulfites, then bring your own. This stuff has an awful lot of detergent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TM Posted February 16, 2012 #10 Share Posted February 16, 2012 I have really short hair and I always bring my own dryer as well as my own shampoo and conditioner. My hair dryer goes in my carry on as well as my shampoo and conditioner in small TSA approved bottles. If needed I will pack extra in my checked luggage. I find the dryers on the ships useless. On Celebrity it was actually in the bathroom but looked more like a vacum hose. Worked great though to clear the steam from the mirror. Enjoy your cruise.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie MeMe Posted February 16, 2012 #11 Share Posted February 16, 2012 I don't ever use a dryer so not sure of strength but can tell you it won't dry even nylon panties! or a spot cleaned:(. The shampoo makes my nose itch and I even ask my husband not to use it. Little bottles from home usually do me if I'm not gone over 4 weeks. Also if you are doing laundry in the laundry room bring Purell 3-in1 sheets -- much better clean than the little boxes in the dispenser and MUCH cheaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSMcDuffy Posted February 16, 2012 #12 Share Posted February 16, 2012 I also find their hair dryers too weak and need to bring my own but at least the plug is in a decent locaton on Princess ships. On the HAL ships the outlet is right at the desktop which makes it impossible to plug in as most blow dryers have the oversided plugs with the thick cord going down (not straight out). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catsforkids Posted February 16, 2012 #13 Share Posted February 16, 2012 the shampoo is a eucalyptus/rosemary kind of scent.....I love it........ Me too...can't wait to smell it again & know I am on a ship! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tickled2Trvl Posted February 16, 2012 #14 Share Posted February 16, 2012 I don't ever use a dryer so not sure of strength but can tell you it won't dry even nylon panties! or a spot cleaned:(. The shampoo makes my nose itch and I even ask my husband not to use it. Little bottles from home usually do me if I'm not gone over 4 weeks. Also if you are doing laundry in the laundry room bring Purell 3-in1 sheets -- much better clean than the little boxes in the dispenser and MUCH cheaper. Purell is the hand sanitizer and PUREX is the laundry sheet, and they are great and don't take up room in the luggage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pakarinen Posted February 16, 2012 #15 Share Posted February 16, 2012 The HD / shampoo debate depends a lot on personal preference. DW had no problem with the HD in our mini-suite on the Crown, but she travels 50% of the time for business and refuses to drag a dryer with her to help keep her luggage weight down. She did bring her own shampoo. I had no problem with the shampoo or soap provided but I've used dish detergent for shampoo when camping ;), so... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare curlybelle2 Posted February 16, 2012 Author #16 Share Posted February 16, 2012 I am only bring one piece of luggage. I need the room, so I will use the hairdryer and shampoo from the ship. I need to sneak some shoes into my DH luggage, so I can make one suitcase work! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUZER2012 Posted February 16, 2012 #17 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Purell is the hand sanitizer and PUREX is the laundry sheet, and they are great and don't take up room in the luggage. There is also the shampoo. I think it is Prell or something like that. ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sassy's Mom Posted February 16, 2012 #18 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Quick tip on his and hers luggage....be sure to split your clothes between the two. On the off chance one is lost or delayed, you'll each have clean clothes to wear. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Fan Posted February 16, 2012 #19 Share Posted February 16, 2012 I take a very small travel hair dryer but usually use the one on-board. One formal night the ship hairdryer wouldn't work and they couldn't fix it till later, I was very happy to have my travel one with me. Dianne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweet carol Posted February 17, 2012 #20 Share Posted February 17, 2012 I always bring my own hair dryer but on Carrribean Princess In January the dryer was a different style than the Usualflat dryer that is on the other Princess Ships I have been on. It worked way better and if I am on Carriben Princess again for me I will not bring my own dryer I will use theirs but it is a personal choice. I also have short hair. The shampoo and cream rinse provided also work for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare JustinPlusLauren Posted February 17, 2012 #21 Share Posted February 17, 2012 My hair can be quite thick and takes a while to dry, and I don't mind the hair dryers on board. I also bring my straightening iron with me after I blow dry my hair. The shampoo and conditioner on board is so nice! I was able to bring a couple of small bottles back with me and I'm using them now at home...the smell reminds me of the cruise :) They also give you body lotion that smells the same, too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PescadoAmarillo Posted February 17, 2012 #22 Share Posted February 17, 2012 Curlybelle- is your hair curly? Mine is, hyper-curly. I don't usually dry my hair at all, but took my diffuser in case I needed to get out of the cabin fast after showering. It was a huge waste of space: the dryer on the ship was rectangular. However, it is also so weak that, on low, it basically was its own diffuser. I used it far more (on low) to dry nail polish than hair. Also, if your hair IS curly, there is no way the provided conditioner will be strong enough...if you can even get past that smell. Bring your own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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