I enjoyed a few beach days during my cruise, so sunscreen was essential. And I was sure to pack a reef safe brand since I was visiting multiple beaches.
An excursion guide at one of the ports informed me that some beaches in the Caribbean, like Tulum, Mexico, don’t allow sunscreen in the ocean to protect wildlife.
I don’t typically wear my sun hat — especially not in my home city, New York — so the cruise was the perfect occasion to pull it out of my closet.
Mornings and evenings on the ship’s top decks were so windy that I had to leave my hat in my room to avoid chasing it around.
In hindsight, I should have packed a couple more pairs of pants. Sweatpants would have been especially useful at night on the outdoor decks.
It was especially loud since I was at the front of the ship, where seasoned cruisers said movement on ships feels the strongest.
Next time, I’ll come prepared.
7-Day Cruise Packing List With a Carry-on and Backpack
