Do you overpack for a cruise?

[travelmom77]

I would go again!

We are on the west coast, so we have Alaska, and Mexico itineraries we can do without flying.

We have sailed to Alaska with Royal Caribbean, Princess, and Celebrity. All were awesome.

[JohnG]

Karen still packs about 2 pair of shoes per day, and different evening wear for every day, even after 67 cruises. She starts laying out clothes a month before the cruise. Trying to take her on a trip where we are limited to one checked bag, like our island hopping trip to the Greek islands is a challenge. I usually have a few extra t-shirts and shorts, but that's about it.

[CaliTraveler77]

I am way worse than my wife! She's pretty good about not overpacking, and the everyday stuff is easy, shorts, etc., but what gets me are the formal nights. Now I sell suits and tailored men's clothing for a living, so I actually enjoy breaking out my tuxedo for a cruise, and usually take another sport coat and slacks for the supper club night (totally overdoing it, I know, but my wife and I kinda like the more intimate date night feel, so it's nice to dress up). This of course means packing tux shoes and dress shoes, ties, shirts, etc.... I know, I'm nuts! lol

[timecop]

I used to, but I have gotten much better with every cruise that we take.

[cruisetarp]

I guess practice makes perfect. :laugh:

[ametrinel]

Of course! I thought it was mandatory.