Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Alaska cruise packing list

By Craig Wilson

When planning on an Alaska Cruise there are some things you should make sure you take with you and some items that you should get prior to your cruise. Simply by being organized you can make sure you are able to enjoy your visit to Alaska and make the most of your vacation. Most of the items are simply commonsense items however they can be easily overlooked.

While making a reservation for your cruise of Alaska it would be a good idea to take out some form of travel protection insurance. This insurance will protect you and everyone covered in many ways. Most people book cruises well in advance of the departure date and the chances of something happening between then are possible. If you or anyone traveling with you were to suffer a major illness or injury preventing you from traveling you would probably lose all the money you paid for the cruise were you not insured.

Travel Protection Insurance not only covers cancellation but also whilst you are on your cruise in Alaska. Insurance cover should cover your medical bills in the event of serious injury or illness of anyone named on the policy. The holiday insurance should also cover your luggage and personal belongings in the even of theft. Make sure the insurance cover you have is adequate for your needs and everyone named on it is also fully covered as well.

For travellers from the United Stares make sure you have a valid copy of your birth certificate and suitable photographic identification or a passport with you. This is very important if your cruise ship visits a Canadian port as otherwise you may be unable to get off the ship. All other travelers will already have passports with them which they used to gain entry to the United States or Canada.

Don't forget to take appropriate clothing for a cruise in Alaska. Proper clothing includes clothing that is considered smart but casual and also appropriate attire for the formal evenings. Swimwear should also be taken if you want to use the pool or Jacuzzi.

Don't forget you are traveling to Alaska and pack appropriate clothing for the weather for the time of year you are traveling on your cruise. By layering your clothes you can be comfortable and warm at the same time. If you have hiking boots, make sure you take them if you are planning on taking some of the more adventurous excursions.

When it comes to shampoo and soap some cruise ships are no different to hotels and only provide small bars of soap and small bottles of basic shampoo. Make sure you pack soap and shampoo with your other items such as lotions and toothpaste. Take similar items you would if you were going on an extended vacation.

For emergencies or just for extra spending on meals or shopping whilst in a port of call it is recommended that you take travelers cheques. Travelers Cheques offer extra security and peace of mind and can be easily replaced or refunded in the event of loss or theft, you cash can't. A vacation is not the time to have your spending cash go missing.

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