23 Small Travel Products That Will Transform the Way You Cruise!

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These genius small travel products are so useful, & as a bonus, they won't take up much room in your luggage! I tried these tiny travel essentials to see if they would be helpful to pack for a cruise vacation. From space saving toiletry items to simple hacks, I'm so glad I did!
I share tiny travel essentials & small travel gear for international travel, cruises & vacations. These small travel accessories can be used on long haul flights, hotel stays, cruise ship cabins & even in your suitcase, carry-on bag or personal bag!
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ITEMS IN VIDEO
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Vacuum bags (no pump): amzn.to/3LhX1jr
Clean ball: amzn.to/4fed2VF
Mini travel toothbrushes: amzn.to/3Y489YT
Foldable backpack: amzn.to/3S6DiY1
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Mini travel poupourri: amzn.to/3zF6bUO
Laundry sheets: amzn.to/3Y2ofm0
Venus travel razor: amzn.to/3xRrO3J
Reusable ziploc pouches: amzn.to/4f1sggw
Bar shampoo & conditioner set: amzn.to/3RfGYGn
Mesh shampoo bag: amzn.to/3WiMFWX
Luggage strap: amzn.to/4dgRbLt
Collapsible water bottles: amzn.to/4bAxkp9
Compact umbrella: amzn.to/4d1ff4P
Toiletry container set: amzn.to/4eT7nnz
No surge power cube (with USB): amzn.to/3TGq8lY
Clear TSA approved liquid bags: amzn.to/49AEmdD
Air tags: amzn.to/4cvYgru
Towel bands: amzn.to/3S4bd3B
Magnet hooks: amzn.to/3yP2xXU
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Small portable fan: amzn.to/4cVnfUQ
Portable straws: amzn.to/4bF7L6m
Perfume dispensers: amzn.to/3LkdPq3
Pressure relief ear plugs: amzn.to/461dS3C
Carry on weekender bag: amzn.to/4bICeAi
CRUISE ITEMS
Over the door organizer: amzn.to/4e3lVRj
Hanging toiletry bag: amzn.to/3Nb8fFY
Packing cubes: amzn.to/3S1sRVo
Compression cubes: amzn.to/3VPbPuI
Backpack carry-on: amzn.to/3xRAmaN
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Silicone bottle covers: amzn.to/3Wf6v5v
Pop up hamper: amzn.to/3RYTrhY
No surge power bar: amzn.to/3NCRu7d
Nautical carryon bag: amzn.to/2TH7L3T
Passport holder wallet: amzn.to/3f6VqNW
Electronics organizer: amzn.to/3wpIvxK
Night light (motion sensor): amzn.to/33eMEqP
Travel jewelry bag: amzn.to/2SY190s
Travel alarm clock: amzn.to/3iYuYXN
Water shoes: amzn.to/3G14O1g
Reef safe sunscreen: amzn.to/3rHUlRS
Travel fan: amzn.to/3uMc24t
Bonine: amzn.to/3NE87zo
Luggage tag holders:
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Hi! I'm Ilana! I live in Montreal, Canada with my husband Frank. We can often be found dreaming about and planning future cruises, ideally to hot and sunny destinations! I believe in having fun, being kind and that you are never too old, or too young, to live the life of your dreams!
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@LifeWellCruised 18 күн бұрын

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@cynthiawilson6653 12 күн бұрын

Air tag hack. I keep an air tag in my luggage that stays in the hotel room. Then when I am out exploring a new city or ship I can stay oriented to where I am staying by checking its location

@lauranieto1895 26 күн бұрын

I bring a couple of the no pump vacuum bags for my dirty clothes for the trip back. It saves room in my luggage for any treasures I've bought on the cruise trip.

@donnag1356 27 күн бұрын

Thanks, Ilana for the great line up of products!! One space saving trick I started doing is instead of folding the foldable backpack up and trying to cram it in a corner of my suitcase, I leave it unfolded and smooth it out on the top layer of clothes or packing cubes in my bag.

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

That’s actually a smart idea 💡

@leeanndepoali1463 24 күн бұрын

I was thinking that when it was being shown.

@shilohjackson1024 27 күн бұрын

I change my mind a lot so I quit using the label maker for the small containers. Instead, I put a small piece of packing tape on it, mark it with a Sharpie, and put another small piece of tape over it so it won't wear off. :) Thank you for all your helpful hints!

@j.g7506 27 күн бұрын

I once bought two travel size umbrellas from the 99c store , took them to Alaska with me . I didn't think they would last but they survived the rain and wind and they were only 99c each!

@WolleyIsYellow 27 күн бұрын

Our dream come true. First to view and comment on one of your videos!! It's the little things!! ❤

@LifeWellCruised 27 күн бұрын

Haha glad you’re here 👏👏

@_echobravo 26 күн бұрын

Travel night light… always! My wife is a 2 visit minimum to the bathroom overnight and the standard lights in the hallway or bathroom are so intense. The nightlight we use is battery powered so it doesn’t use a valuable outlet.

@pjittner8504 23 күн бұрын

I have left nightlights places, so I turn on the bathroom light and close the bathroom door, but not tight. Sometimes the rocking of the ship opens the door, but not as bad as the clothes hangers in the closet clinking together.

@stevetash5032 26 күн бұрын

My top 5 travel hacks for any travel/cruises: Laundry sheets, 5-6 small strong magnet hooks, small travel router to (share wifi shhhhhhh!), variety pack of several sized zip lock bags, night lights for unfamiliar rooms AND THE BEST TIP: bring an empty duffle at the bottom of my suit case. Dirty clothes come home together while travel goodies are safely packed in suitcase on the way home. (may worth the extra baggage charge) Just saw someone's tip to bring vacuum bags for dirty clothes to pack down smaller on way home...smart!

@RBXChas 27 күн бұрын

When I get Ulta catalogs (and when I used to get magazines), I save perfume samples (the ones on paper) of fragrances I like. They take up almost zero space, and then when you've used one, you toss it.

@nancybogart3960 27 күн бұрын

If your using the samples to freshen your clothes in a drawer or a suitcase, use them by all means, but don't use them on your body when getting on an airplane, or in an elevator on a cruise ship. Totally offensive, and many people are allergic.

@JillSwords 27 күн бұрын

I’m almost done shopping for our first cruise to Alaska. It’s a once in a lifetime experience we can hardly wait! I’ve purchased so many things you recommend. Thank you ❤

@shelzp7272 26 күн бұрын

@Jill Have a great trip! 🎶

@genitagray6126 26 күн бұрын

Hi Jill, on Amazon I ordered ski pants (not the plastic looking fabric) for a trip to the mountains. They looked like leggings but the fabric was thick, soft & comfortable. The ones I picked out had ankle zippers which I wasn’t wild about but they don’t really show. I have two pair & it’s one of my favorite products. Also I buy thermals for cold temperatures. The fabric is thin (not the waffle fabric & if I get hot, I go to the bathroom & take them off. They take up little room in your bag) & I layer them under shirts/ sweaters. They don’t look like thermals but they keep you warm, so I have two of them. They’re not cheap but they last a long time & I wear them all winter long. I hope this helps you & you have a wonderful time!

@JillSwords 26 күн бұрын

@@shelzp7272 thanks

@JillSwords 26 күн бұрын

@@genitagray6126 thank you for your recommendation

@stevetash5032 26 күн бұрын

We took our first ever cruise to Alaska in early May of this year on Princess's Grand Princess. Great trip. Let me know if you have Qs

@rebelyell57 26 күн бұрын

I love the towel bands. I upgraded ours. The same company (Cruise On) offers them with buckles. Those work better for us and will fit any type of lounge chair. We also think the magnetic night light with motion sensor is a must! It's great to put in the bathroom for middle-of-the-night trips. I'm also a big fan of the magnetic hooks. Thanks for all your great ideas!

@geemah8286 26 күн бұрын

I buy contact lens cases at Dollar Tree. I use the ones with white lids for my day moisturizer, the dark lids for my nighttime moisturizer, & a combination light & dark for my liquid foundation. Takes up very little space & holds enough for 10-14 days or more.

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

I’m going to have to try this

@alicek412 26 күн бұрын

I use contact lens cases too! I gave up on using travel size containers - Takes up too much space.

@DeniseG-nl2ro 24 күн бұрын

What a great idea! Thanks

@DivaChicluvsCena 4 сағат бұрын

I do this too! Have many that hold lotion and makeup. One container lasts me a little over a week when I travel. Saves so much room in my makeup bag! Best hack I have found!

@margaretvoorhaar7651 26 күн бұрын

Another vote for the magnets on the ceiling. Our cruise was very long, so it was important to me to have a suitable place for everything. Hung a mandoline and two ukuleles from the ceiling.

@crrizello5157 27 күн бұрын

great ideas. for the accessory bags, I save the zip bags that Amazon sometimes uses when they ship clothing.

@Puglover130 27 күн бұрын

I save those too, as well as the ones that sheets/ pillowcases/ bras come in- any bag with a zipper or slide closure. They are also great for corralling things together like sunblock/ aloe Vera/ bug spray etc

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

That's a great idea!

@ritam7372 27 күн бұрын

Love love love the portable straw because I hate hate hate the paper straws. 😂 I clip it to a belt loop or on my purse.

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Haha they are my pet peeve

@donnamallory4526 26 күн бұрын

Those candy straws are nasty too 🤮

@genitagray6126 26 күн бұрын

I buy the straws at Aldi 5 for 5.00 that are multi- colored. I think they’re silicone. If I leave them in my drink glass I haven’t lost a lot of money.

@dhoward5941 27 күн бұрын

Something that we found that works the best for the magnetic hooks is when you use them on the ceiling. If your pack is a little heavy it will slide down the wall, but if you use it on the ceiling they hold great. The hooks are designed to hold the max when they hang down. If you use them on the walls the rating is much less so you would have to use more than 1. The metal straws are also great because the paper straws seem to change the flavor of you r drinks! All the other items that you showed are great and work really well and don't take up a lot of room either! Thank you!

@Muppetfanforevah 25 күн бұрын

I would love for you to do a video on maybe how to pack for a 9+ day cruise. For those of us who are cruising 9 or more days, how can we possibly pack light? Especially if we travel overseas for our cruise with a pre and/or post cruise stay.

@dawnhines994 27 күн бұрын

I get a round tower bead holder from the craft area at Walmart. It has 6 little individual sections. I put foundation, a little powder, hair products that are not liquid, sometimes ponds like makeup remover, face moisturizer, etc in it. Sometimes, i even add a few from another one. It's compact and holds all I need of each for a week to 10 days. I also use one for my OTC meds now. SO handy.

@karenlane4736 25 күн бұрын

I always remove my eye makeup with good old fashioned baby oil - I think it does a better job than anything else. A few years ago I stopped bothering with any kind of container for traveling with baby oil because the container ALWAYS leaked. I started pre-soaking cotton rounds with baby oil and putting them in a small ziplock bag (snack size or sandwich size), and I would do two for each day I was traveling. This works, because there’s just not enough baby oil on the cotton rounds to leak out, it takes up no room at all, and at the end of the cruise or vacation, I just throw the bag away!

@user-tu2fi4br5z 13 күн бұрын

My optometrist advised me against that because the oil isn’t good for your eyes ☹️

@SWFL04 27 күн бұрын

The self seal vacuum bags are great when packing a bathing suit that is still slightly wet. Dryer sheets work great on the going home end of the trip placed in with the dirty clothes suitcase.

@markweaver2188 27 күн бұрын

I always pack a small flashlight. It keeps me from waking my wife in the middle of the night and when placed flat on the floor to use the light to find any small item we dropped.

@Kerryjotx 27 күн бұрын

Dollar Tree has a great one that’s flat. Super easy to pack in the carry-on and magnetic so we put it right on the cabin wall

@donnamallory4526 26 күн бұрын

@@KerryjotxI bought a bunch of those flat flashlights at Dollar Tree. I keep one in the console in my car and one in my wallet.

@LAdair-td9ih 8 күн бұрын

@@KerryjotxI wish you could share a picture!

@yvonnebashir7383 26 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for cruise travel tips & items! They were helpful (especially the collapse packing cubes) when we took our gkids on their first cruise this past March! Makes you rethink packing more efficiently!

@rogolone7718 27 күн бұрын

Some micro things I always bring when traveling; one, the silicone backs for earrings. Nothing worse than losing a favorite earring while traveling! Two, very small ziplock bags. Good for purchased jewelry, small shells collected (legally) from a beach, etc. Also some alcohol wipes. If I find a pair of earrings at a thrift store, I can at least wipe the earpieces off before putting them on. Thanks so much for all your advice!

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Smart!!

@chipb1193 26 күн бұрын

Label maker - It’s a must! The Brother P-Touch labels stay on, even in the dishwasher…For years! !!

@patriciamoreta3661 24 күн бұрын

Hi Ilana! Me and my family are going on our first Alaska cruise in August! Actually is our first cruise ever and is part of my gift for my 50th birthday ! I had been watching your videos since my husband booked. Taking notes, buying things, getting ready! Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! ❤

@anne-marievr5710 26 күн бұрын

My essential item is a noise machine…has saved me many times…noisy hotel neighbours, noisy cabin neighbours. Very compact and light. Also, put dryer sheets in your suitcase to keep everything smelling fresh.

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

So smart!

@MJinFlorida 25 күн бұрын

I use the free Better Sleep app on my phone or iPad for white noise

@anne-marievr5710 24 күн бұрын

@@MJinFlorida Thank you. That is good to know. I will check it out.

@terrifromm5085 27 күн бұрын

We brought so many of these things on our recent cruise to Alaska. That foldable backpack is terrific and I have been using those perfume bottles for years.

@patticulver 27 күн бұрын

Hi İlana! You’ve taught me well, as I have nearly every item you shared today! I can’t tell you how invaluable your videos are, I have learned so much. My next cruise is in January, and I’m so excited to use all the new travel hacks and items I’ve acquired at your recommendation. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you do. Blessings!❤️

@voodooguy2 25 күн бұрын

Really helpful, thank you.

@jeanettehill1526 26 күн бұрын

I recently went on my first Princess cruise and didn't realize how small our room was. I love the magnets, but didn't have room for them. Plus our closet was really big. I will use the magnets on our next Celebrity cruise. I have most of the items you recommend and love them!

@thebrentrobinsonshow2882 26 күн бұрын

Very helpful information.

@lindahaas385 23 күн бұрын

You also need a tiny flashlight 🔦 for emergencies, such as, if the power goes out. Hopefully, you won’t need it, but at least you’ll have it, just incase.

@debratakagawa4764 27 күн бұрын

Always good ideas

@user-ml6sn5rl3v 27 күн бұрын

I like to use scented fabric softener sheets in luggage to keep everything “fresh”…

@SWFL04 27 күн бұрын

We do that for going home and put a sheet in with dirty clothes so at least when I unpack it’s tolerable 😅.

@OkieTLB 26 күн бұрын

@@SWFL04Ditto!

@user-ml6sn5rl3v 26 күн бұрын

@@SWFL04 exactly! 😀

@writern5389 19 күн бұрын

That hat clip is awesome - I don’t leave home without it!

@elizabethdurbin9286 11 күн бұрын

Did you get it on amazon?

@teripope1162 27 күн бұрын

I have been binge-watching your videos to prepare for our upcoming Alaskan cruise. They have been amazingly helpful and packed with great tips! BTW, I haven't tried the Shout wipes, but I like the Tide wipes way better than the Tide pen.

@pamellagreen2073 22 күн бұрын

Great video. Thanks!

@alyssasimon3940 27 күн бұрын

ziplock bags. I used to use towel clips but my TA gave me towel bands and I love them instead.

@LifeWellCruised 27 күн бұрын

So true about ziplock bags!!!

@tinak8081 27 күн бұрын

My daughter and I use the bar shampoo and conditioner...We LOVE THEM! We use them everyday. Great product. Less Chemicals in them as well.

@mschesley 7 күн бұрын

Ok this is incredibly helpful! I haven't been on a cruise in yeeeeaarrrss! Thank you for these tips!

@deenacaldwell4415 27 күн бұрын

I use the Kitsch products for home and travel. For travel I have been using the Ultra Sensitive Shampoo/Bodywash and Conditioner/Shaving Cream. I don't have to carry body wash or shaving cream because they are double duty products and they are scent and dye free so they don't impact my allergies or others either. I recently bought one of their sampler sets which are small cubes of product to try others and so I can have a variety when I travel. Love all of their products.

@downsizingontenacres.5927 26 күн бұрын

Thanks!❤

@angelaates4069 26 күн бұрын

Going on my 1st cruise, and all your tips help!

@DivaChicluvsCena 4 сағат бұрын

Id skip the full size toothbrush and the covers. I got one from Target that is collapsable and unfolds to a fullsize one. When you fold it back down its its own cover. very handy!

@juliaringering6766 22 күн бұрын

We just finished a 6 month around the world cruise. And, boy did we have to pack efficiently. I can definitely recommend the solid shampoo and conditioner. It works great and saves a ton of space. The bathroom spray and packing cubes and anything mini is a must!

@josereyes3108 26 күн бұрын

Always enjoy watching (and learning from) your videos, Ilana, thanks for all the great tips. I’ll be visiting Vancouver & cruising to Alaska in September! So excited to be going! Keep up the great work!

@rhondapelletier3036 27 күн бұрын

Fun stuff... I use the bar shampoo and conditioner. I cut a piece of each. I bring the soap mesh and the matador soap bag to help dry them after I pack them if they are still wet.

@lizbush1662 16 күн бұрын

I recently purchased this from Amazon 18 Pack Travel pouches for toiletries, TSA approved travel size containers for liquids,travel shampoo and onditionerpouches,Leak proof 3oz Travel Squeeze Pouches. I haven’t used them yet but I will. They lay flat in your carryon bag. I can’t wait to try it

@LeslieB-ln2yu 27 күн бұрын

I travel with tide wipes instead of the stick but for ink marks, hair spray works great. Just spray and give a little rub.

@MJinFlorida 25 күн бұрын

I just switched to Kitsch solid shampoo and conditioner at home! Game changer! Great products and extra convenient for travel.

@vcjtx 27 күн бұрын

I've been using Basin solid shampoo & conditioner for years! I usually just cut off a piece of each & put them in a medium GoTubb.

@RIONA3217 25 күн бұрын

The Nomad Lane Bento Bag is a traveler's best friend!

@zaidagarcia8369 27 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻 😊

@candaceshaw6695 27 күн бұрын

Vera Bradley umbrella is a lot smaller. Also, I always bring a small poncho in case of bad weather.

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Good idea. For me, this was just a super solid one - it’s definitely not the smallest

@Belinda-BJ 27 күн бұрын

I buy self adhesive labels around 2"x 4"that I use at home for labeling things You can cut them to fit on travel bottles. They are very inexpensive. You can get them in the school or office section.

@mredsmoak 15 күн бұрын

Such great tips. I have that exact collapsible water bottle - use it every time I go on any trip. Didn't know about some of these products - thank you for sharing.

@MiaHessMusic 27 күн бұрын

YOur channel is so worthwhile even though I haven't' been on a cruise since 2019!! Thanks, Ilana!

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Awe thanks for watching

@cijmo 23 күн бұрын

I was alone on the cruise but last year was the first time I didn't travel solo and shared a room with a friend. For the poo-situation and this will work very well on a cruise - lobby/public bathrooms are always open. With the exception of if it's the middle of the night, a trip to a public loo is really not that far away.

@genxtravelsister 27 күн бұрын

I love my label maker!!!

@irenelightsey5108 26 күн бұрын

I have not flown since 2017. Wow has things changed. Reading up on flights, the do's and don'ts. The 3 11 bag, nine items, 3.4 oz. I bought a new tote bag, 4 PCS Nautical Wogarl Bag. Just love it with the zippered bottom. It will be for 5 day trip.

@mega23slots 26 күн бұрын

Great video

@yelystanich5834 27 күн бұрын

I enjoy your travel tips. I can honestly say that we've been traveling and cruising for years and I'm more organized now that ever before. I have every little item and gadget LOL. Love them. Always like listening and watching you tube videos for more ideas for cruising/traveling. You are a pleasure to watch. Thanks for the tips and mostly for your lovely smile. God bless and keep on cruising!

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Awe you’re so sweet!! Thanks for watching

@user-cw8nc4dm2y 26 күн бұрын

I have the same solid shampoo and conditioner love them.

@kathleenabell5933 27 күн бұрын

I’ll say it again - the Cruise Planner is a must! The mini Poo Spray is another great find - oh and I just ordered the inexpensive lightweight backpack thanks, Ilana

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

So glad you like the cruise planner! Thanks for your purchase & support 😊

@CruisingwithChooChoo 26 күн бұрын

Great products and tips. I label my travel dishes using painter’s tape. I just write on them. They stay on for a long time and peel right off.

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Great tip!

@corinakaywhitus1517 26 күн бұрын

Before my last cruise in March I watched one of your videos of things that you take on cruises. My favorite thing I bought was the little pill container that had a magnetic closure with seven little compartments. I have a pill box for all of my prescription pills but this one was the right size to carry in my purse with my few OTC meds and I love it! I just used a sharpie to label each compartment so I'd know what was what. I also bought the lightweight purse/bag that you recommended to take to port with you. It is so light and not bulky at all like a heavy purse is. I usually always take my protective eyeglass case with me too, prescribed eyeglasses are too expensive, but I bought a cheap little portable eyeglass case that I can carry both my prescription glasses and cheap sunglasses in. And then my last item that I actually bought on my own was a small table top fan. It's just big enough and puts out enough air to make it comfortable in my room when I'm sleeping. Of course there's plenty more that I've bought just for my cruises but too much to talk about! HAPPY CRUISING FOLKS!! :)

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing!! Lots of people bring a small fan so I think that’s super smart

@kristibeber6468 24 күн бұрын

I purchased a white noise cube you featured in a video and it's the best travel item I own. It's super small and a single charge lasts 12 hours. Cruise cabins can be incredibly still and silent. This little device drowns out hallway noise, adjoining room noise and more. You should continue to share the item! Thank you!!

@heatherrichardson5725 27 күн бұрын

Travel minis are my kryptonite! Lol! While I have purchased most of these items for past cruises, based on your advice, I am interested in trying solid shampoo and conditioner. We would love to try carry-on only for our next Alaska cruise. Thanks so much for the great tips, so helpful for cruisers, new and experienced alike!

@stephanielardner9150 27 күн бұрын

For shampoo bars , on Amazon there is Matador soap bar case, actually looks like a pouch, it is waterproof and leakproof. You can put your wet bar in there and it will dry withour getting mushy. Thanks for all the great tips.

@amandapatton3194 26 күн бұрын

I came here to say the same. Love the Matador pouch!

@triggertimetraining6963 14 күн бұрын

Good video

@patchayko721 26 күн бұрын

I brought the reusable straws for our recent Alaska cruise and I even had a crew member remind me not to through it out when I finished my can of pop. I guess they are getting use to seeing them on the ships . Thanks for the tip!

@lifewithgrandmabev 27 күн бұрын

Hi Ilana. Our AirTags sure have relieved stress for us. Great invention.

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Good to hear!

@nascarmadman 8 күн бұрын

HAL allows non surge extension cords and (I'm guessing since they didn't take it away) Carnival as well. The Carnival Legend cabins have ONE outlet other than the TV and Razor ones. It was over at the vanity and I needed electricity closer to the bed. So thankfully they allow or didn't know about it.

@kamac17 12 күн бұрын

Great suggestions! On top of bar shampoo/conditioner, I also use toothpaste and mouthwash tabs. My favorite are from Lush but there are now many companies that make them. I also use a label maker for my toiletries because I bought some matching containers for my skincare products, and I wanted to create my own labels. Another product I have is one of those folding pill containers that has 8 individual pockets for different medications. I also recommend non-aerosol dry shampoo powder to freshen up when I don’t have time for a full shower. In regards to the perfume atomizers, I’ve found that the bottom-fill ones leak a bit so I recently bought ones that have screw tops and can be refilled that way.

@sandydieterich5740 24 күн бұрын

I love these cleaning tablets for my water/coffee bottle. I like it much better than bringing dish soap. Sometimes if I get a specialty coffee and don’t finish it the next day it’s so easy to clean with these tablets. I can also put my reusable straw in the bottle and clean it at the same time. Thanks for the videos. They are very helpful

@jeanetteh.9240 21 күн бұрын

Would you be willing to share what brand you use? Thank you in advance.

@blackbagg 26 күн бұрын

Picked up one of the back pack's for our next cruise to Halifax in sept. Let's see how it holds up !!

@ricobhi 27 күн бұрын

Get the USB charging vacuum for the vacuum bags. It's super tiny and really works well

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Wow!! Thanks

@mrlogboy 27 күн бұрын

Mini toothbrushes I’ve been using them for a decade and love them

@mrlogboy 27 күн бұрын

Apple AirTag partially saved us on our last cruise a trans antic cruise with Disney from Florida to Spain. We made it to our transition hub in Dallas Fort Worth and we had about 15 minutes to run to the plane and get on. We made it on and when I looked at the tag, the baggage was around the plane. Landed in Fort Lauderdale check the app and I could see our luggage taxing on the runway in Dallas Fort Worth took a snapshot went to the luggage office and they confirmed that our luggage missed it and was gonna be on the next flight in an hour..

@mrlogboy 27 күн бұрын

My luggage landed in Fort Lauderdale. I was able to follow it from the plane all the way to the airport and see it just on the other side of the wall going to be loaded onto the conveyor belt. Lol

@christinemarino5732 27 күн бұрын

I do have a tiny portable label maker. That is awesome. Smart Mini Label Maker!! It is wonderful to have all our OTC meds labeled. No more guessing what that pill is!! I am surprised you did not mention the pill carrying case, with the magnetic close. The best thing we ever purchased 😂

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

That is awesome! Thanks for sharing

@deeslifestyleloves 26 күн бұрын

I use caddence capsule containers with custom labels.

@tracydickson8575 27 күн бұрын

My travel backpack, recommended by you, is amazing! We've taken it on two cruises (Bahamas, Alaska), to Ireland, and to England! And I've taken the Wisps on a backpacking trip. Those things are great!

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

So glad to hear & thanks for sharing your experience with wisps

@ChefMonaMi 27 күн бұрын

Love the magnetic hooks!! Those along with a shoe organizer was a life-saver! Your videos are EXTREMELY informative and SO helpful...thank you so much. I purchased so many items for a 10-day Norwegian Cruise to Italy & Greece in April. I actually purchased too many helpful travel items and couldn't bring everything. 😂 I may have to get those mini toothbrushes...I ended up just purchasing a regular sized one to keep in my purse. Not sure if you've ever cruised to Italy, but one thing I purchased that REALLY came in handy was soap sheets. We went to more than one location that didn't have hand soap. 😳 Unfortunately, the same locations didn't have toilet tissue either. We ended up having to use napkins. 🤦🏽‍♀️ The mini poo-pourri came in handy as well on the cruise. I used the mini one in my purse for the plane and for the cruise they have a slightly larger size that worked well in our cabin.

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Soap sheets are great, I only bought them once but should again

@salofstars 26 күн бұрын

Actual important items: - Apple AirTags - Magnetic Hooks - Universal Plugs with USB

@pamelalambe1356 27 күн бұрын

I found an off brand poo pourri at dollarama. It worked and was lemon scented, and well, just smelled like fresh lemon, not too scenty. Not sure if is considered mini, but the small container of nail polish remover pads vs liquid is a must.

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

I’m going to have to try & find that

@K4757 23 күн бұрын

I like to use the shampoo and conditioner bars, but I actually just bought a sample pack and the cubes are really small and would be great for travel

@annettehasten7755 27 күн бұрын

Air tags have become a must for me. Recently, in Vancouver, a person's luggage was taken by another person. Not sure if the person was able to have her bag retrieved or not as her bag had left the airport.

@dawncrossland3028 14 күн бұрын

I Worry about This w/ My New Rimowa 🥹

@tedhoward5872 26 күн бұрын

Hey there Ilana!!! I purchased the back pack for our upcoming cruise for my wife and loved it sooo much that i bought one for myself! Very compact but expands to a decent size!! We’ll be on a cruise ship for about 40days….. any tips for packing?? Keep up the great work!!

@debbie8935 26 күн бұрын

I throw in a few plastic clothes pins. Always use them at some point and they weigh nothing.

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Smart!

@christinemarcotte9544 27 күн бұрын

Ihave bought a few items that you have suggested in your videos. Going to try the magnets from the ceiling trick. 0:15

@OkieTLB 26 күн бұрын

The magnetic hooks are amazing! Be sure to buy ones that hold a hefty weight. Items that otherwise might have been on the floor or sofa were on the hooks. My son used one in the bathroom for his hanging toiletry bag. So nice! Plus, I now use them at home like on the side of my dryer to hang my grocery bags. We also took some magnetic clips and used those for the daily planners, excursions tickets and lanyards. Happy sailing!

@lorrainesherred6458 27 күн бұрын

I use an air tag on my keys. Helps to find my keys

@redhatbear1135 26 күн бұрын

Just a mini point about the Apple tags: put it inside your suitcase! One of the folks traveling with us had theirs “pop out” of its container. They did however know where it was!

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Absolutely. Good point

@OkieTLB 26 күн бұрын

We hide our air tags deep within the suitcase, like inside a shoe or a zipper bag that’s packed underneath all our other stuff.

@redhatbear1135 26 күн бұрын

@@OkieTLB Not sure how that helps if they are x raying suitcases! Also, I thought their directions said not to get it too far from the outside so it transmits farther. I just put it on a zippered cosmetic bag in my suitcase which should x ray as a bunch of stuff of all shapes!

@OkieTLB 26 күн бұрын

@@redhatbear1135 Ours have worked perfectly fine packing them deep inside. We even traveled with one large suitcase to Disneyland when we took our granddaughter and we were able to track it the entire time.

@redhatbear1135 26 күн бұрын

@@OkieTLB I’ve not had trouble with where the tag is either, but then in a clamshell suitcase it’s pretty hard to get it very deep.

@applejade 19 күн бұрын

Re: 80lbs magnetic hooks - just came home from RCL Ovation - some spots on the wall are better than others for holding heavy bags with the hooks. If you find the magnet sliding down, try moving it to a different spot towards the side a bit. The 20lbs magnets can hold swim suits for drying or very light jackets or tiny mini backpacks with not much in it. Also, the weight rating is for vertical on-the-ceiling placement, the horizontal on-the-wall is way less, I estimate about 1/4.

@lorenajones3729 24 күн бұрын

I've used bar shampoo for years. The brand I use is very expensive and I hate wasting the small pieces. I usually cut off a piece of old pantyhose and tie up my soap in it. The soap can be hung up to dry and I don't loose the small pieces.

@vickieholm8287 26 күн бұрын

❤ love your channel. You're so lovely 🌹

@jeffreylevin9616 26 күн бұрын

I saw a month ago a small dyson style small carrying fan with no blades at Ross. I should have gotten it.

@CruisingwithChooChoo 26 күн бұрын

Also, instead of folding the foldable backpack, I just fill it with clothing in my luggage so it doesn’t take up more space.

@LifeWellCruised 26 күн бұрын

Smart!

@sf3413 27 күн бұрын

I replaced poo peri with a little car air freshener. It actually works! 😂

@Kerryjotx 27 күн бұрын

I took car air freshener on my last cruise, too. I don’t like anything aerosolized.

@runsoffsarcasmcoffee8303 25 күн бұрын

I need a recommendation for all the cruise essentials - the first aid kit, hooks, power cube, towel bands or clips, etc. I want one nice bag that I can use as a grab and go when we pack for travel that is also more organized than just a zipper pouch. Any recommendations??