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What to Wear on a Cruise: The Essential Packing List

Cruise season is still upon us and for all of you vacationers out there gearing up for your big trip, we'd like to remind you of what to pack.

To make your next cruise a breeze to pack for, we went ahead and provided some inspiration on the best cruise outfit ideas for women, men, and children. We also added an essential cruise packing list as well. Read on to learn more - and take notes!

Essential Cruise Packing List for the Entire Family

Clothing will make up the bulk of what you will pack on this trip. We'd like to remind you to make sure to pack clothing with a high UPF rating. With so many different scenarios to dress for on a cruise, it’s helpful to bring a combination of causal and formal attire.

Of course, how much clothing you need to pack depends on how many days you’ll be at sea. It's okay to wear the same outfit twice on a cruise, and cruise ships will also have shopping areas on board too.

For a 7 day cruise, we recommend bringing 3 to 5 outfits for each member in your family/party.

Cruise Accessories

Here are some must-have cruise accessories we recommend bringing onboard:

Cruise Clothing

T-shirts with UPF
Sun-protective swimwear
Sun-protective cover-ups
Formal wear
Sandals
Formal shoes
Comfortable walking shoes
Shorts with UPF
Sleepwear
Socks
Underwear
Light jacket or hoodie

Personal Items

Passport
Wallet
Phone and phone charger
Lap top and charger
Medication
Ear plugs
Eye mask
Tooth brush and tooth paste
Lotion
Hair supplies (shampoo, conditioner, hair ties, headbands etc.)
Perfume/cologne
Deodorant
Feminine products
Makeup
Waterproof phone case
Beach bag

Items for Babies and Kids

Baby sun blanket (to protect them from UV rays)
Baby sunscreen (for babies over 6 months of age)
Toys and games
Stroller
Swim diapers
Water shoes
Water bag
Hooded towels

Tips on Staying Sun Safe on a Cruise

Remember that while it's nice to realx under the sun on deck, you still need to take precuations to keep you and your loved ones safe from UV rays while on vacation. Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind:

Wear sun-protective clothing and swimwear
Put on broad-spectrum, high SPF sunscreen every 2 hours
Avoid sun during peak hours
Seek out shade
Remember your wide-brim hat

Be sure to browse our collections for more sun-protective clothing and swimwear inspiration for your next cruise.