Taking a cruise is one of our favorite things to do! Over the years we’ve compiled a list of must have items to make your cruise more enjoyable. If you are looking to fight sea sickness or just have better connectivity, these suggestions will help!
The Most Requested Item
By far the most requested item we get is the charger we use in our videos. We have been using this one for the last year and love it! If you are going on a cruise, don’t go without this charger!
- [THE PERFECT WORLDWIDE TRAVEL ADAPTOR] – Use this 4 port usb charger to 150+ countries, fits with US UK EU CHINA outlets. This all in one travel adapter comes in one piece, and where many USB Travel Adapter comes in many pieces.
Last update on 2025-10-25 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
This box will charge 4 regular USB devices at once. It will plug into the single outlet and let you charge one item from a regular plug and 4 USB Items at once. Problems solved! They come in packs of 1 or 2, you really only need 1.
Sleeping On The Cruise
Bose Sleep Buds II
Allie doesn’t like hearing sound through the night while she is sleeping so she wears these Sleep Buds all night. They are noise canceling headphones that eliminate most of the noise. Since she started wearing these at night, her sleep has improved dramatically. If you purchase these, get the version II, they are way better than the version I.
- Note : If the size of the earbud tips does not match the size of your ear canals or the headset is not worn properly in your ears, you may not obtain the correct sound qualities or call performance. Change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ears
Last update on 2025-10-24 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
Neck Pillow
We both use a neck pillow on a cruise. They are useful during the day for a nap or at night to sleep. One like this snaps easily to the upper loop on our backpack, so we conserve space by carrying it that way.
- PERFECT CHIN SUPPORT TRAVEL NECK PILLOW – This airplane pillow can better wrap your neck and free your chin, prevents the head from falling forward, relieves neck pain during travel.
- Classic style：360 ° all-around support for your neck, head, and chin， Make your travel and rest easier
Last update on 2025-10-20 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
Life On The Ship
INUI Portable Charger
Ok, so you bring a lot of electronics with you on the ship. We do too! We also carry a larger charger that will charge two USB devices at once. Great for a tablet, phone or computer. This one doesn’t need an outlet to charger your devices so it really helps out when your battery is running low.
- [From INIU–the SAFE Fast Charge Pro] Experience the safest charging with over 38 million global users. At INIU, we use only the highest-grade materials, so we do have the confidence to provide an industry-leading 3-Year iNiu Care.
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Billabong Flip Flop
We bought these for Rob to use on the cruise. They are perfect. Easy to slip on at night when he crawls out of the bed to got to the bathroom, but also stylish enough to wear during the day.
- Vegan nubuck upper strap with sbr padding
- Boat friendly non scuff outsole
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Ginger Chews
If you think you might have a problem with sea sickness on the ship, these could help. Allie uses them and says they do help to settle her stomach if she is experiencing any type of motion sickness.
Hanging Toiletries Bag
There isn’t much counter space on a cruise ship. For that reason we suggest a hanging toiletries bag. There is usually a hook to hang it up on the back of the door or the wall.
- Dimension: Medium-10.8’‘L x 3.5″W x 7.9H(folded); Large-12.6’‘L x 4.5″W x 9H(folded); 4 separate compartments with zip and back open pocket for great organization. Suitable for your family trip to pack all men, women , and kids toiletries
- SPACIOUS YET COMPACT: HOTOR hanging toiletry bag strikes a perfect balance between spaciousness and compact design, measuring 11.4 x 9 x 3.35 inches when closed and expanding to a generous 37 x 9 inches when opened. This thoughtful sizing allows for the organization of large travel essentials such as shampoo, lotions, face wash, toothpaste, toothbrushes, hairbrushes, and daily makeup. Its medium size is particularly suitable for overnight or short trips.
- COMPACT-SIZED FOR TRAVEL-SIZED ESSENTIALS – 10.4 x 4.5 x 8 inches【6.1L】. The space-efficient hanging toiletry container can hold all your travel essentials: cosmetics, travel-sized shampoo, Conditioner, and Skin care products
Last update on 2025-10-20 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
Water Bottle
Sometimes you just want your own bottle.
- Refreshing Taste: Every bottle of Pure Life Water is enhanced with minerals for a refreshing taste that makes drinking water delicious. 24 pack of 8 Fl Oz water bottles.
- 6.7 OZ BIRCH GRAY MICRO HYDRO: Fresh from Hydro Flask Japan, the Micro Hydro water bottle delivers 6.7 oz of hot and cold in a mini Hydro Flask. Pop it in your pocket, clip it on a bag, fit in a lunch box, the tiny size sits easily in the palm of your hand.
Last update on 2025-10-20 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
Electronics on the Ship
We carry an extensive amount of Cameras and accessories on the ship. If you’d like to see all of our photo and video equipment, and how we use it, see our Amtrak photography post.
GoPro Hero 11 Black
The best way to capture video on the ship is with a GoPro. The newest version out as of this writing is the Hero 11 Black. We each have one while we are on the ship.
- Capture. Charge. Get a Highlight Video Automatically
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Amazon Kindle Oasis
Allie loves to read on the ship as she enjoys the passing scenery. She’s tried most of the Kindle’s and this one is her favorite. It is easy to hold and easy on the eyes.
- Our best 7″, 300 ppi flush-front Paperwhite display.
- Adjustable warm light to shift screen shade from white to amber.
- Waterproof (IPX8) so you can read in the bath or by the pool. Your Kindle has been tested to withstand accidental immersion in water.
Last update on 2025-10-25 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
Tablet
Rob has a Samsung tablet and Allie carries an iPad with her on the ship. It is good to download a few movies because the internet can get real spotty once you leave port. Samsung tablets will connect easily to the Samsung TV’s on the MSC Seascape for easy streaming.
- DIVE INTO THIS DISPLAY: All of your fun content pops on the 10.9″ screen. Catch up on plans for the day while you cook breakfast, scroll your social feed in the evening or read an article in bed. Vision Booster adjusts the brightness to your environment
- GALAXY TAB S6 LITE, MORE POWERFUL THAN EVER: With an included S Pen, crystal-clear display and Dolby Atmos surround sound, this reliable tablet is all about fun plus a little work
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- WHY IPAD AIR — Serious performance in a thin and light design. With an immersive 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display and the amazing performance of the M1 chip, iPad Air is a creative and gaming powerhouse. Featuring Touch ID, advanced cameras, superfast Wi-Fi 6, and a USB-C connector.
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