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Packing for a cruise is usually less stressful than for a flight as passengers don\u2019t need to worry about liquid limits.<\/p>\n
However, there are a few key rules passengers will have to remember to enjoy a trouble-free cruise.<\/p>\n
A passenger claimed a guest had been left \u2018on the dock\u2019 after they made a key packing error.<\/p>\n
\u2018PuzzledKumquat\u2019 said: \u201cMake sure you keep your passport on your person. Sorry to yell, but very recently my husband\u2019s coworker attempted to go on a cruise with his wife.<\/p>\n
\u201cAfter they collected their suitcases from baggage claim at the airport, he absent-mindedly put their passports and cruise paperwork in his suitcase.<\/p>\n
READ MORE <\/strong> Spain travel warning as Britons to face soaring temperatures in top hotspots<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cThey got to the port, checked their bags in, then attempted to check in for the cruise. Only then did he realise what he had done.<\/p>\n \u201cLong story short, their suitcases had a lovely vacation while he sat sadly on the dock and his wife raged.\u201d<\/p>\n Passports and important documents need to be packed in hand luggage so they\u2019re easily accessible at boarding.<\/p>\n Don’t miss… <\/strong> While this passenger was unlucky, there\u2019s always a chance that cruise lines won\u2019t let passengers back into their main luggage.<\/p>\n Guests\u2019 biggest bags are usually delivered to their rooms by crew so may not be accessible after being checked in.<\/p>\n Passengers should also pack suncream and other first day essentials in their carry on luggage.<\/p>\n We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n Some guests like to pack a swimming costume in their hand luggage so they can enjoy the pool on the first day.<\/p>\n Cruise ship swimming pools can be crowded so it\u2019s a good idea to make the most of quieter times onboard.<\/p>\n One guest recently said they didn\u2019t even get to use the ship\u2019s swimming pool as it was crowded.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/135\/590x\/secondary\/TRAVEL-Upset-tourist-4861328.jpg?r=1689665567477\")
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