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Costa Smeralda (Costa Cruises) + Free Cruise Packing List and Tips!
The ship was finally delivered from the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland after a delay on December 5, 2019. Her first regular voyage departed Savona on December 31, 2019 however there was a special voyage for travel agents that departed Barcelona, Spain on December 18, 2019.Β ΒCruise Line: Costa Cruises
Entered Service: Dec 2019
Gross Tonnage: 185,000
Length: 337 Meters
Passengers:Β 6,600
Crew:Β 1,500
Guest Cabins: 2,600
Best Cruise Travel Packing Checklist Guide | Top Essential Things to Bring
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Are you traveling on your first cruise ship and putting a list together of everything you need?Β Planning and booking forΒ your first cruise ship can be daunting. This first cruise packing checklist will help make sure you have everything you need for this new sail in your life.
There are so many products to consider that it can be difficult to remember everything. From clothing to accessories, to personal care items...it can become very overwhelming!Β
We have made a printable version of this huge first cruise packing checklist so that you can use it and make sure you have everything you need.
You DO NOT need to buy everything (we didn't...it's expensive!) but having a list that you can refer back to makes life so much easier.
Suitcases + Travel Hand
Luggage Options
1.Β Expandable Luggage (1-Set)
2.Β Expandable Luggage (2+Set)
3.Β Travel Duffel Bag
4.Β Daypack Backpack
Carry On
1.Β Books
2. Magazines
3.Β Universal Protective Phone Case
4.Β Earbuds
5.Β Headphones
6. Real Simple Magazine
7.Β Travel Blanket
8.Β Travel Pillow
9.Β Ear Plugs
10.Β Eye Mask
11.Β Kleenex Tissues
12.Β Lip Balm
13.Β Copies of Prescriptions
14.Β Power Tooth Brush
15. Toothpaste (Pack of 4)
16.Β ChangeΒ OfΒ Clothes
17.Β Snacks/Gum
18.Β Hydro Flask Water Bottle
19.Β Motion Sickness Tablets
20.Β Universal Waterproof Phone Case
21.Β Passport/Visa/ID
22.Β Writing Material
23.Β Chargers and Adapters
24.Β Credit/ATM Cards
25.Β Insurance Cards
26.Β Maps
27.Β Cash
28.Β Guide Book
29. Itinerary
30.Β Spare Shoes
31.Β House Keys
32.Β Laptop/Tablet
33. Sunglasses
Clothing/Accessories
1. Undergarments
2. Foot Support Socks
3. Sleepwear
4. T-shirt/Tank Tops
5. Dress Shirt/Polo (1-2)
6. Mini Hangers
7. Athletic Shoes
8. VIVIDMax Grip Shoes
9. Casual shirts (2-3)
10. Jeans (1-2 Pair)
11. Shorts (3-4)
12. Dresses (1-2)
13. Sandals/ Flip Flops
14. Watch/ Fitness Tracker
17. Belt
18. Ties
19. Jewelry
20. Skirts (1-2)
21. Sweaters
22. Formal Wear
23. Swim Suits
24. Windbreaker/ Raincoat
25. Purses
28. Collapsible Tote
26. All Terrain Slippers
27. Hats
28. Scarves
29. Lanyard
30. Umbrella
32. Laundry kit
Personal-Care ItemsΒ
1. Hand Soap
2. Shampoo/Conditioner Set
3. Brush Comb Set (4-Piece)
4. Hairstyling Appliances
5. Face Cleanser/ Moisturizer
6. Travel Size Soap
7. Travel Toothpaste
8. Travel Mouthwash
9. Dental Floss
10. Alcohol wipes
11. Pain Relievers
12. Vitamins
13. Travel Size Sunscreen
14. Contact Lenses/ Solution
15. Shaving Suppliers
16. Deodorant
17. Q-Tips
18. Blow-Dryer
19. Travel Lotion/Cream
20. Cologne
21. MakeupΒ
22. Makeup Remover
23. Feminine-Hygiene Products
24. Birth Control
25. Nail File/Clipers
26. Lip Balm
27. Shaving Cream
28. Razor & Extra Laser Blades
29. Ear Plugs
30. Reusable Bags
31. Tweezers
32. Hand Sanitizers
33. Bandages
34. First- Aid Ointment
35. Insect Repellent
Want a free First Cruise Travel Packing GuideΒ PDF? You can shop for the exact and FULL packing list we have made directly to your phone or computer! It is guaranteed to make your life SO much easier.Β Β
