IF YOU’RE GOING ON A CRUISE, REVIEWERS LOVED THESE 28 PIECES FOR THEIR OWN VOYAGES
1.A six-pack of towel bands, because nothing is more relaxing than taking a dip in that pool...until you get out to relax and you have no idea where the heck your deck chair is. They will also keep your towel from flapping around (or even blowing away) on especially blustery days.
2.A crossbody sling bag perfect for shore excursions, dayhikes, tours, and just wandering around (the best part of going to a new city, imho).
3.A pair of cute and comfy Crocs sandals, because did you know that you're actually likely to walk more each day on a cruise than you would at home? These are also waterproof, so you don't have to worry about them getting hit with a stray splash of pool water.
4.A Disney Princess card lanyard great if you're going on a Disney cruise, but works equally well if you're just going on a regular cruise and just want to rep some Disney Love.
5.Or a two-pack of lanyards with retractable and detachable card holders, so you won't have to twist, turn, and do squats just to get your card where it needs to go.
6.A USB-powered portable fan perfect for people who love to sleep with a fan on, people who want a little extra help cooling off while they're relaxing on their deck chair, people who hate the feel of that industrial AC on their skin 24/7...basically, it's just perfect.
7.A tube of Body Glide anti-chafing balm, because between all the walking and the high temps, chafing on your thighs (and other places) is practically guaranteed...unless you have this little gem on hand.
8.A pair of linen palazzo pants that are on-trend enough to wear to dinner but are comfy enough to wear while you lie around the pool or to walk around in for a day of sightseeing. And, double-duty products save some suitcase space, and these are like... triple-duty. And yes, they have pockets!
9.A package of herbal seasickness patches for folks who love the ocean, but find that the ocean does not always love them back. Reviewers say they apply one behind the ear or on their abdomen, and can finally focus on the fun (instead of the waves).
10.A hanging toiletry bag because sometimes, those cruise bathrooms are teeny. A hanging bag with mesh pockets lets you see all your many serums, lotions, and liquid eyeliners without having them laid out all over your microscopic sink area.
11.A floppy straw hat to keep the sun off your gorgeous face. The sun where you're traveling might be stronger than what you're used to, so you'll definitely want to stay on top of your sun protection game.
12.A set of magnetic hooks, so you'll have plenty of room to hang your bag, hoodie or wet bathing suit inside the cabin.
13.A bathing suit cover-up that can double as a dress, to minimize the number of trips back to your cabin for a costume change.
14.A lightweight water bottle, because who wants to spend any of your time in port looking for a place to buy some water?
15.A long-lasting, water-resistant sunscreen so you can avoid joining the Vacation Sunburn Club.
16.A pair of chunky cat-eye sunglasses, because there's gonna be nonstop sunshine on deck (if you're lucky).
17.A set of TSA-approved silicone jars, to pack moisturizers, gels, and other things that are tough to get in those big traditional travel bottles.
18.A one-piece bathing suit with a high waist, stomach cutout, and built-in bra, so no need to fiddle with removable pads (the literal worst).
19.A waterproof phone pouch, because between pools, beaches, and plentiful drinks, there is liquid phone danger E-V-E-R-Y-W-H-E-R-E.
20.A portable power strip, so you're not caught short if your cabin barely has any outlets. The strip has three outlets, four USB ports, and a 6-inch cord, so you'll never end up in an awkward situation where the only place to charge your phone is in the bathroom.
21.An "In My Cruise Era" T-shirt, because it's kind of like getting the band's T-shirt to wear to the concert, imho.
22.A light suitcase, so you can pack like there's no bag weight limit (that's the travel version of dancing like no one is watching).
23.A set of compression packing cubes because they'll keep your stuff organized, make things less wrinkled, and might even help you travel with just a carry-on (~the dream~).
24.A cute romper that will keep you cool, protect you from thigh chafe, and, most importantly, take the guesswork out of pulling an outfit together. (Save that decision-making energy for the dessert buffet, my friend.)
25.A battery-powered motion sensor night-light that probably sounds less than essential, but hear me out — in tight and unfamiliar quarters like your cabin, your odds of stubbing your toe or tripping on a late-night bathroom run are much higher than at home. This can give your room a gentle glow just while you're moving around. Your toes (and cabin mate) will thank you.
26.A set of silicone bottle covers, so you don't have to live through yet another Spilled Shampoo Inside My Suitcase ordeal on vacation.
27.A travel-sized bottle of Poo-Pourri for anyone who is sharing a a cabin. Your cabin mate will appreciate it...just trust me, they will.
28.A mesh beach bag with nine pockets, so you'll have a place for everything you need to have a fun day on the deck/sand. Plus, there's an inner pocket for things you would like to keep far away from sand, like your phone.
Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.