Cruise travel tips for first timers

Cruise travel has got to be the most pampered way to see the world, one cocktail at a time. While the hard core of backpackers out climbing mountains and struggling third world bus systems, many people prefer to lounge on the main deck, get a tan, and get in early for dinner buffet. I have worked closely with several cruise ships specialists in my career as a travel agent and would like to offer the following cruise travel tips:

Pack plenty of pure serviettes These hand sanitation diapers is Swiss army knife of cruising. You can use them to remove stains, rather than dealing with Laundry services. Also, if used before each meal, they can help prevent you from catching a bug report.

Prepare to several Sun you ever trøde possible Think about it, most activities on a cruise involve exposure to the Sun. Protect yourself by bringing a broad brimmed hat, sunscreen (minimum SPF 15) and shadows, which offers 100% UV protection.

Avoid purses and great day packs If you spend the day port, try not to swing the brand new camera or moneybelt. This makes you a destination for local pickpockets.

Pack justThe key to good packaging is a balance between loose and too inflexible; either extreme leave you with a wardrobe full of wrinkles. Here is a little advice: pack a dryer sheet in with your clothes.

Record-Its One of my more obscure cruise travel tips. Record-Its makes it possible to communicate with other passengers, household management and other services, guest. Leave a message inside your room to let your shipmates know where and when to meet.

Extra bags. These are right up there with hand serviettes in usability. They are great for storing wet shoes, dirty clothes, and provides extra protection for packaging valuables.

Finally, you can find more cruise travel tips on http://www.travel-smarts.com

Adam Costa began his travel adventures in the age of 19, with a round the world trip across 13 countries. He has worked as a North American tour guide, running tours in Canada, Mexico and the United States, from San Francisco to Boston to Key West, Florida. Currently, he serves as a travel agency, and continue to dream of hitting the road.