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[wwaaww]

I've checked the books, I've read the boards. I know that it is worth my time to throw an extension cord into my suitcase and check out the clearance section at the local Disney store in order to bring some surprises for my 5 year old to find under her pillow each night (and to keep me from going broke at the gift shops).

But, I'm sure I'm missing something.

For those of you who've cruised Disney before (with kids - this is my first trip as a Mama), what would you not leave home without?

I've already got a stack of things ready ... three bathing suits each, gallon size ziploc plastic bags, a bunch of singles for tipping, Disney pillowcase with laundry marker for character signing, our own large covered sports bottles to fill up on ice water by the pool ... but there must be something else you seasoned family folks take that I could forget.

SPILL!!!!!

Thanks,

[Belle*]

An over the door hanging shoe holder!! Hang it in your bathroom use out all your tioiletries in it - brushes, toothpast, hiar stuff, etc. There is very little counter space and this will help keep everything in place!

[JoanW]

Get a shoe holder that hangs in the closet too, then you can stuff things (shoes, hair brushes, toys) that you don't want just taking up space in the room.

Small foldable fabric cooler, so when you head out on an excursion or just a walk around the ports, you can take a bottle of water and a sandwich from room service (order the sandwich the night before and use your ziplock baggies to store it in the fridge). No cost to you for the room service and saves you money for better souvenirs!

Travel Duct Tape - you just never know.

[crystalloubear]

I always make sure to take a bag for excursions - a tote bag or backpack. You want something that will hold some bottled water, maybe a snack, something to keep the 5 year old entertained (I take my gameboy with cartoons for DS to watch - they make lots of choices and each cartridge has 40 minutes worth of shows on it).
This may sound silly, but a floppy hat. The kind that you can fold and pack. They may look silly but they do a great job keeping the sun off your face and neck.

[Bert & Sully]

Take a peek here for suggestions as well.

[wwaaww]

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you can take a bottle of water and a sandwich from room service (order the sandwich the night before and use your ziplock baggies to store it in the fridge). No cost to you for the room service and saves you money for better souvenirs!

Travel Duct Tape - you just never know.

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I am LOVING this idea! LOL! Order it from room service the night before. You're da bomb!

When I traveled to China to adopt my daughter everyone on the adoption e-lists talked about taking duct tape for the very same reason you mentioned. I took a small roll and, although I didn't use it, it came in handy when one of the members of our travel group bought a bucycle in China! He used the tape to shipping box in.

Keep the tips coming, people! I know it isn't just me who is going to garner info from them!

Thanks!

[DISNEYGOOF]

I have a hanging bag I use for my makeup. So I bought this metal Christmas wreath holder(at the Container store, $5.00) to hang my bag on the bathroom door. It looks like a long, flat rod with(going in different directions)hooks on each end. It worked really well on our Carnival cruise. Also I read on this board, to bring a pad of post-its(the kind that has the magnet on the back)to put on your door so you and your cabin mates can leave notes if you split up.

[SimbaNala]

Wendy,
You may have this web site already but just wanted to pass it along in case you haven't seen it. I have not cruised before but will be going in about 45 days. Make sure to make a list and double check before you leave for the port.
http://www.geocities.com/Calgon1/Ult...king_List.html

[DeenaNJ]

Just got back from the 8/28 4-night Wonder. I bought and did use the over-the-door shoe holder for toiletries. Got it at the dollar store so just threw it away instead of packing to take home. Had the duct tape as a "just in case" didn't use it, but you never know. We did not bring an extension cord and never was in need of one. Also bought a pop-up mesh hamper from the dollar store and it fit nicely in the closet next to the safe. Bought glow necklaces and braclets from the party store at home for the kids. Did not need the beach towels we brought from home - had plenty on-board and for shore excursions. Didn't think we'd need the foldable cooler for water - but wound up buying one on Castaway Cay - but it was a nice souvenir.

[Dave Marx]

"Bring" a plan for managing dirty laundry, and for longer cruises bring some laundry supplies (detergent tablets are a good choice) and quarters for the machines. Detergent packages on board are $1, as are washer loads and medium-to-small dryer loads, so the costs aren't bad, but you may as well be prepared.

My dirty laundry plan entails using an empty suitcase that slides under the bed as a hamper (it shouldn't be more than eight inches high). Some folks use the bottom of their closets for dirty wash, but some folks bring too much other stuff.

[Kimika]

I have a question about the dry cleaning/ironing services on board. WIth the formal night the first full day, is there enough time to have your tux pressed - I'm thinking give them to the steward Sat night when we board, and getting them back on Sunday afternoon.

Kim Walls

[Dave Marx]

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I have a question about the dry cleaning/ironing services on board. WIth the formal night the first full day, is there enough time to have your tux pressed - I'm thinking give them to the steward Sat night when we board, and getting them back on Sunday afternoon.

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Yes, that will work.

[SimbaNala]

Is there anything any one else can think of? Less than a month away and don't want to forget a thing. Also, what not to bring on the other post. I always overpack my wife keeps me in check though.