8 things to pack for a cruise vacation (and 5 to leave behind), from someone who has cruised over a dozen times
When packing for your upcoming cruise, there are some obvious items that you'll want to bring, such as swimsuits, formal wear, and casual clothes for lounging around the ship on sea days.
If you are unfamiliar with cruising, however, some things might not cross your mind. Moreover, you might try and bring an item that you could normally take to a hotel or vacation rental on land.