Just recently booked this trip and haven't even started to pack yet. Guess I better get my rear in gear. And thanks for the hints!

 

OK. The big suitcase shared between us is packed. It weighs just a bit over 37 pounds. We'll each have a carry on that just comes in under the dimensional limits, and one personal bag.

 Getting very real now, isn't it?!  

We're packed also.  Did it yesterday.  There may be a few changes, but for the most part, packed and ready.  One huge suitcase to check with rain coats, boots, coats, etc.  Each of us have a carry on.  Did something different this trip though.  We are going to buy shirts/T's/hoodie etc along the way, and we are going to send stuff to laundry on board.  This reduced our initial poundage, at least for the way out, and we have plenty of room in our carryons for whatever we buy on the trip.  Nevertheless, we are packed and chomping at the bit!!

We packed yesterday because we'll be working all this week and 4:30 Saturday morning (our departure from home to Philly airport) will be here in no time! The layering is tight on the suitcase poundage. We each packed one suitcase and when we weighed them, one was 57 lbs and the other 37. We had to move some things around to stay under the 50 lb limit each imposed by the airline. Souveniers will have to go in our carry-on for the way back home. Never had this issue before but I guess because we needed to prepare for warm, cool, rain, and hikes on the glacier. Oh how very exciting! We're PACKED!! See you soon. Bet & Michele

Maybe tips for your waiter, if you go out to dinner while there.

 

I always seem to screw up on the amount of cash.  I need to get it right, this time.  Here's what I have on my list, so far:

Pre-cruise parties - $30

Tips for baggage handlers - $5

Tips for housecleaning staff - $35

Tips for excursion guides - $25

Vancouver sky train - $9

What else?  What else?! 

you're very welcome!

 

It's great Sled.  Thank you for putting it in that format

Great idea Diana!!!

Made the list into a pdf check-off document...posting it on the Alaska Facebook page!

It a great list. You can print it out and check it off, or cross it out if you don't want to take it !

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Here's the packing list from the Olivia Alaska Facebook page…and no…you do not need to pack everything on it

Packing requirements for a cruise to Alaska vary depending on activities, as well as your own personal needs. Try to pack clothing that is re-usable, can be wore more than once. If you're planning to buy t-shirts, hats, etc. on the ship or at ports, why not wear them on the cruise and pack less to begin with. And, it's always best to dress in layers for Alaska…be prepared for anything!

 

Travel Documents and Identification

Airline tickets or e-ticket confirmation

Cruise documents

Passports, Visas (if necessary)

Driver's license and auto insurance card - if you decide to rent a car

Medical insurance cards and medical history (especially if traveling alone)

Credit cards, ATM card (call credit card companies before traveling to alert them you are traveling outside your normal area)

Pre-paid phone card

Cash or traveler's checks

3 copies of airline tickets, cruise tickets, passports/visas, itinerary (pack 1 copy in carry on, 1 copy in checked luggage, and leave one copy with someone at home)

Contact numbers to report lost/stolen credit cards

Emergency numbers at home

 

Clothing

Bras

Underwear

Lingerie, Nightgown, Pajamas, Robe

Socks - exercise, walking, evening wear

Belts

Shoes (casual, dress, walking, hiking, exercise ,waterproof - break in new shoes before the trip)

Swim Suit, Thongs, Flip Flops (for onboard by the pool or spa)

Workout Clothes and Sports Bra

Dresses/outfits for formal/theme nights on ship

Shorts (Alaska can be 75 or more degrees some days)

Pants, Jeans, Khakis

Shirts, Blouses (casual & dress), T-Shirts

Waterproof windbreaker jacket

Sweatshirt or Sweater

Baseball caps, Hat, or Sun Visor

Raincoat with Hood

Rain pants

Gloves, Scarf, Knit Ski-cap (it gets cold on a glacier)

Clothing you can layer (long underwear, fleece, a waterproof/breathable shell)

 

Toiletries

Comb/Brush

Hair Gel, Mousse, Hair Spray

Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash

Deodorant

Make-up

Nail Polish

Tweezers

Nail Clippers and File

Razor and Shaving Cream

Blow Dryer (some find that one's on the ship are not strong enough)

Shampoo, conditioner, soap (cruise lines supply them, unless you have a favorite)

 

Sundries

Prescription drugs and essential medications (in carry on bag)

Motion Sickness Medicine (motion sickness tablets (Bonine, Dramamine, etc.), Scopolamine patch (requires a prescription), wrist bands (Sea Bands), Ginger (candy or capsules)

Ear plugs

Small first aid kit

Sun screen/sun block and lip sunblock

Hand lotion

Sewing kit

Empty folding tote bag - for souvenirs

Large insulated coffee mug

 

Photography & Electronic Equipment

Camera, Video Camera

Zoom and wide-angle Lenses

Tripod, Monopod

Extra film or memory cards

Extra batteries and/or battery chargers

Multi-plug extension cord or power strip

iPhone, iPod, iPad, MP3 Player

Laptop

 

Miscellaneous

Watch

Travel-size binoculars

Glasses, sunglasses, contacts, contact lens cleaner, reading glasses

Guidebooks and other port of call information

Reading material - books to read while on the plane or lounging by the pool

Business cards with email address to give out to new cruise friends

Email addresses of friends/relatives back home - for sending postcards or emails

Extra luggage name tags (in case yours are lost on the outbound trip)

Cash in small bills for tipping at the airport, hotel, and taxis

Small travel alarm clock (battery operated)

Zip loc bags of all sizes and garbage/laundry bags

Travel pillow for long airplane flights

Small backpack

Small flashlight

Small umbrella

 

Leaving Home Checklist

Have the post office hold your mail

Stop your newspaper or any deliveries, or have a friend or neighbor take them in for you

Make sure your pets are taken care of (at-home pet sitter or boarding kennel)

Have a friend or neighbor keep a look-out for your home while gone.

Put some lights on timers for the appearance that someone is home.

Leave copies of your passport, airline tickets, travelers checks and any credit cards you plan to use with a family member or trusted friend

Bring your travel and health insurance information and have it handy at all times

Distribute your ship communications cards to friends and relatives in case of emergency

Place a card with your name and address inside your luggage, as well as on the outside

Verify that your identification and travel tickets are in your carry-on bag and available at all times

Carry all documents, medicines, essentials, and valuables with you in your carry-on