What To Wear On A Cruise Basics

Not sure what it is about booking a cruise that compels folks to pack as if they were going on a six month expedition to the North Pole. But many booking their first cruise, pack twice what they need, surely do not want for things to wear. Which demonstrates they really don’t understand what to wear on a cruise.

Naturally it helps if you know what to expect. And if you’ve been on a cruise before you’re more aware of that than someone leaving the dock for the first time. In that case you know what to wear on a cruise. Or at least should know what goes and what doesn’t.

Of course for some the most exciting part of any cruise get away is the build up to your departure date. For them, looking forward to that and planning what to take and so forth is more than half the fun. And if that’s you I’m not out to extinguish your enthusiasm. It’s just that the statement “They who pack best pack light” has some truth to it.

Then too, there are those who argue since you only have to unpack once, what’s a bit too much stuff? Aside from the space it takes up in your most likely less-than-spacious cabin, and an extra suitcase or two, probably not much. But why bother when it is not necessary?

Okay so cutting to the chase, when it comes to packing for a cruise “Less Is More”.

Then too you really don't need to bring something - just in case. Should you not be certain whether or not you need something simply do not bring it. You can always pick up anything important in port. So another good rule is "When in doubt leave it out" - of the suitcase.

Yet what you’ll be wearing also depends on the anticipated cruise dress code. On most cruises what you’ll be expected to wear to dinner is spelled out for you. It may be all formal. Or a mix of causal and formal wear.

And casual could at times mean shorts - or not.

Denim jeans are typically out. You may find them to be taboo. Especially for dinner. Besides you are better off with clothing you can mix and match. For the gals blouses and skirts. While guys can do the same with shirts and say a couple pair of Dockers.

Where you’ll be cruising also determines what to wear on a cruise. As someone in Alaska wouldn’t dress the same the same as someone on the Mediterranean. For the former a coat with a removable liner would be good to have. But that wouldn’t be much help in Greece. There a light nylon jacket might be best.

Anyway I hope you have a better idea of what to wear on a cruise.

By: Susan Bishop