Folding storage boxes for Reflection

[shipster60]

We leave soon for a cruise on Reflection. I have never been on this ship.  I remember reading on these boards in the past that people take folding storage boxes from the dollar store for storage above the bed. Now I can’t find that information. Can anyone tell me if that works for you, or if you feel it’s helpful. Thanks! 

[Happy Cruiser 6143]

Yes it works and I find it helpful.  It's also helpful to have some smaller ones for those wannabe bedside shelves which are otherwise quite useless.

[shipster60]

Thanks so much. How many will we need above the bed?

[Happy Cruiser 6143]

4 hours ago, shipster60 said:

Thanks so much. How many will we need above the bed?

 

Depends on how much stuff you put up there.  I believe 4 will fit in each side.  Certainly 3 will.

 

If you use packing cubes, you can just toss those up there as well.  Easy to put up and take down.

[CharlieCharlieCharlie]

I am pretty sure four will fit.  In the past we have taken 3 , then I stack shorts in the extra space and had extra space for another. I like to leave my things in the packing cubes, and place most of those in the drawers, but my husband places t-shirts, etc. in the cubes. We each had one of the 5-1/2" or 6" X 11" or 12" on the bed side table, as well.   The full ones for above the bed are about 12X12, but the 11" ones fit better.  I thought the very lightweight nylon or fabric fold-able cubes from ikea or the dollar store were just fine, that way if I didn't have room for them on the way home, I could leave them - so small and light, I always made room. 

There used to be a very precise measurement someone posted several years ago. 

[Redtravel]

I pack using packing cases.  Fold clothes up, place in pack, close, and place the entire pack in a closet or shelf.   In addition, I wipe all surfaces where I store clothing with disinfecting wipes.  I also wipe down the bathroom.  I have found stuff left by previous guests.  

[shipster60]

Thanks everyone. This is all very helpful. 

[jasm8449]

I bring Ikea Pudda folding 'boxes' for the night table shelves.  They lay flat in the suitcase.  Note link below is from the Canadian site:

 

https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/pudda-basket-40343911/

[Happy Cruiser 6143]

9 hours ago, jasm8449 said:

I bring Ikea Pudda folding 'boxes' for the night table shelves.  They lay flat in the suitcase.  Note link below is from the Canadian site:

 

https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/p/pudda-basket-40343911/

 

Do those fit?  My small ones which used to fit did not fit on the Equinox.

[Luvcrusn]

Four will fit in each side. They are 10 1/2" x 10 1/2" x 11." These were ones we purchased in the Dollar store. They also sell something very similar and a bit sturdier on Amazon (but more expensive.) We find they make that space very organized and usable and easy to access what you want without pulling down everything.

Edited September 26, 2019 by Luvcrusn
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[breezer]

Luvcrusn,   Thank you so much for posting the measurements and picture.  This is exactly what I was looking for.  Leaving for Equinox in a week.  I'll be making a trip to the Dollar store today.  Thanks again.

[Luvcrusn]

3 minutes ago, breezer said:

Luvcrusn,   Thank you so much for posting the measurements and picture.  This is exactly what I was looking for.  Leaving for Equinox in a week.  I'll be making a trip to the Dollar store today.  Thanks again.

You're most welcome. Have a great trip!

[shipster60]

Yes, the photo really helps!

[Luvcrusn]

4 hours ago, shipster60 said:

Yes, the photo really helps!

BTW, that photo was taken on Reflection.