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family, Favorite Things, travel · June 29, 2022

12 Must-Have Items to Pack on an Alaskan Cruise!

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12 Must-Have Items to Pack on an Alaskan Cruise. Pack light but smart versatile items to enjoy your Alaskan cruise to the fullest!

12 must-have items to pack on an alaskan cruise. Make the most out of your packing room and trip with these 12 tips!

Items to Pack on an Alaskan Cruise!

12 must-have items to pack on an alaskan cruise. Make the most out of your packing room and trip with these 12 tips!

12 Must-Have Items to Pack on an Alaskan Cruise! It’s been a few years since our honeymoon trip, but it remains our favorite trip of all time. We can’t wait to do it again. Since the pandemic, people are starting to cruise again and this post is trending. I thought it would be a good idea to update the post with some new information. If you are considering an Alaskan cruise, do it! We had so much fun and created so many wonderful memories on this trip. This is the complete packing list, but I also have some posts with more information that will help you create the perfect experience!

  • 10 Reasons to go on an Alaskan Cruise!
  • 18 Princess Alaska Cruise Secrets
  • Must Do: Alaska Cruise Excursions Off the Ship
  • 10 Must-Try Dishes on the Princess Alaskan Cruise
  • Behind the Scenes on an Alaskan Cruise

Make the most out of your packing room and trip with these 12 must-have versatile items!

We had the time of our lives on our Alaskan Princess Cruise for our honeymoon! When we decided we were going to Alaska I really wondered what to bring. It was September and still really hot in Utah and I wondered how much colder it would be in Alaska. Of course when you think of Alaska you think of snow and glaciers. I also didn’t want to bring a HUGE suitcase, so I really tried to be practical in packing. There were also SO many fun activities that we were going to do on our land excursions, plus events on the boat; I knew I needed a full range of clothes.

10 reasons to go on a romantic alaskan honeymoon or anniversary cruise. Why we loved our honeymoon cruise in alaska!

And after going on the cruise and coming home I have SO many tips and ideas that I want to share with you, in case you decide to go on an AMAZING Alaskan Cruise!!

12 must-have items to pack on an alaskan cruise. Make the most out of your packing room and trip with these 12 tips!
12 must-have items to pack on an alaskan cruise. Make the most out of your packing room and trip with these 12 tips!

What to Pack on an Alaskan Cruise

I have compiled a full list at the bottom of the post to make it easier if you do reference this post for a trip! But I thought it would be fun to share some of the stand-out things that I think are essential in packing for an Alaskan cruise!

Items to Pack on an Alaskan Cruise

1.A Lightweight, Warm Coat

the perfect coat to take on an alaskan cruise.
12 must-have items to pack on an alaskan cruise. Make the most out of your packing room and trip with these 12 tips!

Of course this seems like a no-brainer. But I found a coat that is perfect for this cruise. It’s a down coat so it’s warm. But it folds into a pouch that comes with it. When its folded it’s very small so you can tuck it in your purse or backpack when you are on the deck of the ship or on a land excursion. And since it’s so small it’s perfect for packing and keeping your suitcase small.

2. Boots

The perfect boots to bring on an Alaskan cruise. Stylish, waterproof and rugged to wear on and off the ship.
12 must-have items to pack on an alaskan cruise. Make the most out of your packing room and trip with these 12 tips!

I wanted a boot that would look good on the ship with nice pants or jeans but also was warm and rugged enough to hike in. Plus I was looking for a boot that is waterproof. These Sorel boots are amazing. I also took them on our Iceland trip last year and wore them every singe day in Iceland. I hiked a glacier in these boots. They are comfortable, waterproof, warm and they look great every day. I wear them all the time in the winter and they have held up great. I brought them on the Alaskan cruise and wore them on the ship almost every day, to dinner, miniature golfing, watching the Northern Lights, everything! They are truly my favorite boots.

3. Smart Phone Gloves

The perfect gloves to take on an Alaskan cruise. You can use them with your smartphone to take photos.

Gloves are needed on an Alaskan cruise. you want gloves that are warm, easy to wear and store when you don’t need them and also compatible with your smart phone. You don’t want to see a whale on your whale-watching night cruise and have to take your gloves off to get a picture. You will miss the moment. So look for gloves with a sensor that can work with your smart phone. Another great item to bring is a hat. A stocking hat or baseball hat are nice for sunny days but also for days when it rains. I wore my hat in Juneau when it was rainy and it kept my hair dry.

12 must-have items to pack on an alaskan cruise. Make the most out of your packing room and trip with these 12 tips!

4. A Wool or Cashmere Scarf

The perfect accessory for an Alaskan cruise - you can wear the scarf during the day and as a shawl with your dress on the ship.

Wool or cashmere scarf. A wool or cashmere scarf is lightweight but very warm. I wore mine with my jacket on days that was cold. If it warmed up I could take it off and put it in my bag. I also wore the scarf as a shawl with my little black dress on formal night.

5. Comfortable Work Out Pants

Workout pants are perfect for an Alaskan cruise. Wear them on your adventures but also dress them up with boots and a tunic on the ship.
miniature golfing our on alaskan cruise

A good pair of high-quality work out pants can be used for many things. Of course you can use them to work out on the ship. The Ruby Princess had a wonderful workout facility and spa with all kinds of amazing classes, treadmills and machines. If you get a plain pair of good work out pants you can also use them as leggings and they are great to use in layering outfits.  I wore my workout leggings with tunics and sweatshirts on the cruise. You can dress them up by pairing them with the Sorel wedge boots I mentioned above and they are comfortable and fashionable! I wore them when we played miniature golf on the ship! Plus workout leggings are great for the land excursions.

6. Layering tunics

Layering tunics are perfect for an Alaskan cruise. Pair them with jeans or leggings and boots or tennis shoes for comfort on or off the boat.
12 must-have items to pack on an alaskan cruise. Make the most out of your packing room and trip with these 12 tips!

The key to packing for an Alaskan cruise is layering items. You can pack a sweater and then tunics to wear underneath. When the sun is out it can be pretty warm on the deck of the ship. So you can start out with a cardigan or your light-weight down jacket on and then take it off if it gets too warm. Colorful tunics will be pretty and are comfortable to wear with jeans or leggings and are perfect for any of the activities on or off the ship.

7. A Little Black Dress

A little black dress is essential for an Alaskan Cruise. You have two formal nights on the boat. You can dress it up with jewelry or a scarf.
12 must-have items to pack on an alaskan cruise. Make the most out of your packing room and trip with these 12 tips!

A little black dress is perfect for the formal dinner nights. You can dress it up with jewelry. Also if you get a short sleeved or sleeveless dress you can combine the dress with your beautiful scarf and it keeps you warm while adding color to your outfit! You can find little black dresses that are made out of material that won’t wrinkle and they are perfect for traveling!

8. A Swimsuit

Don't forget your swimsuit on an Alaskan cruise. You can watch a movie in the hot tub under the stars on deck.

Don’t forget your swimsuit on your Alaskan cruise! Princess ships have beautiful pools that are heated as well as hot tubs. And they are located right under the big screen. You can sit in the hot tub with a cool drink and watch a movie one night. How fun! I love this classic one-piece suit with the twist detail – beautiful.

9. Binoculars

Be sure to bring binoculars on your Alaskan cruise to see whales and wildlife!

Binoculars. I didn’t bring binoculars and I really regretted it! Thankfully on our whale watching excursion in Juneau they provided binoculars. But it would have been so nice to have a pair on our train excursion and on the ship. We sailed through Glacier Bay and the glaciers crashing into the ocean was so breathtaking. It would have been amazing to have binoculars to see it even closer. Also, there were whales off the Princess Ruby that we could see from a distance as well as dolphins and sea otters. Binocular would have been so great to have!

12 Must-Have Items to Pack on an Alaskan Cruise. Pack light but smart versatile items to enjoy your Alaskan cruise to the fullest!

Tripod. If you bring your DSLR or even your smart phone and want to try to get pictures at night, especially of the the Northern Lights, bring a tripod. You can get small tripods that would work and the night we saw the Northern Lights was so magical. I couldn’t record it though because I didn’t have a tripod. If you see the Northern Lights on your Alaska cruise it will be something you will want to take a photo of and show people.

10. Magnetic Clips

Did you know your cruise rooms are magnetic. You can organize things in your room with these magnetic clips.

Did you know that your cabin rooms and even the cabin door is magnetic?? I didn’t either. Another blogger on the trip tuned me into this tip. Bring some cheap plastic magnetic clips and you can hang things in your room like your itinerary or even hang a jacket from the clips. It was a great idea!

11. Backpack or Tote Bag with Compartments

Bring a backpack with storage pockets to keep your essentials like your jacket, gloves, even your laptop on land excursions.

Even when you are on the ship you will have things you want to bring with you while you are out of your room. I always wanted my good camera as well as my book or notebooks to read or write in while I was up on deck. You also might need to bring your down jacket and gloves, hat, sunglasses and a water bottle. It’s nice to have a good tote bag or backpack with different compartments so you can find things easily! This one is also a purse and fits a laptop. So it would make a great carryon bag.

12. Comfortable, Stylish Jeans

Comfortable jeans are a must on an Alaskan cruise. They can be dressed up or down depending on what you are doing.
12 must-have items to pack on an alaskan cruise. Make the most out of your packing room and trip with these 12 tips!

Another basic you want to pack is a couple pair of comfortable, stylish jeans. I read through the clothing suggestions for Princess cruises and it said not to wear jeans with holes. Good Threads jeans are very comfortable and are perfect for land excursions but can also be dressed up while on the boat with a cute pair of heeled boots or pumps. Plus they are super affordable.

Here is a complete list of what I would bring on a 7-Day Alaskan Cruise:

  • I little black dress (and nylons or tights if wanted)
  • 4 tunic tops
  • 1 zip-up sweatshirt
  • 1-2 cardigan sweaters (or a blazer If you want to wear it with nice jeans or pants to dinner on the ship)
  • 1-2 workout shirts or tank tops
  • 2 pair good-quality workout pants (leggings)
  • 2 pair jeans (one pair black jeans or black pants)
  • 1 pair nice pants (optional if you want to use black jeans for your nice pants you can)
  • Nightgown or PJ’s
  • Underwear, socks and bras
  • Swimsuit (you can ask for robes to use in your room so you don’t have to bring a cover-up)
  • Nice tote bag or backpack to use as a carry-on and on the ship/destinations
  • Water bottle
  • Magnetic clips (optional. to organize things in your room)
  • Makeup and cosmetics
  • Curling iron or straightener (there is a hair dryer in the room)
  • Jewelry (especially for formal night)
  • Scarf, hat, smart phone gloves, sunglasses
  • Shoes (hiking boots, workout shoes, heels for formal night and to dress up jeans on board, flip flops to wear to the hot tub. I also brought another pair of cute boots/shoes to wear with jeans on the ship and on some of the excursions but you can substitute this extra pair of boots for work out shoes if you want)
  • Binocular, camera and tripod
  • Identification papers
  • Zip Lock bags to separate clothes in your suitcase and to keep liquids from spilling all over everything while traveling.

More Alaska Cruise Tips

And to find out about all of the amazing things you can do on and off the ship on a Princess Alaskan Cruise, be sure to check out my Honeymoon Cruise Post!!

10 reasons to go on a romantic alaskan honeymoon or anniversary cruise. Why we loved our honeymoon cruise in alaska!

Why We Chose a Romantic Alaska Cruise

10 reasons we decided to go on a Alaskan Cruise for our honeymoon. It’s the perfect romantic trip for a honeymoon or anniversary!

Email me if you have questions! I would love to answer them — tatertotsandjello @ gmail.com

And share this post with someone that might be thinking about going on an Alaskan Cruise!! You can even forward it to your significant other as a little HINT for an anniversary coming up!

Have an Adventurous Day!

xox

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Comments

  1. jeff says

    January 23, 2020 at 1:57 AM

    Thank you . really helpful

    I’d like you jeff

    Reply
  2. Williams says

    October 18, 2019 at 6:58 PM

    Everything is great! I had almost all of them for me, just missing Backpack or Tote Bag with Compartments anymore. will find to buy it now. Thanks for your interesting sharing

    Reply
  3. Rebecca Kramer says

    August 21, 2019 at 2:25 AM

    I have taken a trip on an Alaskan cruise last year. But I missed some of the items to take with me that you mentioned in your post. Such as Cashmere Scarf, Binoculars, and Magnetic Clips. Hope I will not miss those things in my next trip. Thanks a lot for sharing this stuff with us.

    Reply
  4. Vandra Lochridge says

    August 3, 2019 at 11:46 PM

    The Backpack is so cute but the link doesn’t work. Do you know if it is so available or what brand?

    Reply
  5. Sandra says

    August 3, 2019 at 7:18 AM

    Can you post a link for the jacket please?

    Reply
  6. alice says

    July 7, 2019 at 10:17 PM

    Great, this is helpful for me, I’m going to have cruise trip, will buy binaculars or magnetic clips. Thanks.

    Reply
  7. [email protected] says

    February 21, 2019 at 9:07 PM

    I really like the sleeveless swimsuit, you can show where to buy it
    Thank you.

    Reply
    • Jen says

      February 22, 2019 at 8:53 PM

      Hi Lisa!

      There should be a link to it in the post. It’s from Amazon.

      xoxo

      Reply
  8. Linda says

    November 27, 2018 at 3:06 PM

    Ive just booked an Alaskan cruise with Celebrity for Sept 2019 and was wondering what to wear in particular on formal night and weather it would be warm enough to cope with a sleeveless dress. This is when I came across your blob – OMG – its amazing. I have just emailed it to myself. I love the boots and have already put a search on Ebay for a pair of size 6s. Once again many thanks.

    Reply
    • Linda says

      November 27, 2018 at 3:08 PM

      Sorry I meant blog not blob lol.

      Reply
      • Jen says

        November 27, 2018 at 11:14 PM

        haha youre cute!

        Reply
  9. Deborah Beckwith says

    August 20, 2018 at 12:05 PM

    THANK YOU! I am a chronic last minute packer and this helped. We are leaving in a couple of days for the cruise.

    Deborah

    Reply
    • Jen says

      August 20, 2018 at 7:39 PM

      Have such a fun trip!! You are going to LOVE it!

      xoxo

      Reply
  10. Linda says

    August 20, 2018 at 10:29 AM

    Jen, I stumbled across your blog while searching on google pre cruise. Thank you for all the tips, the bag clips could’ve came in handy! I strongly suggest this blog post to anyone going on the Ruby Princess.

    Reply
    • Jen says

      August 20, 2018 at 10:38 AM

      You are welcome! It was SUCH a fun cruise!!

      xoxo

      Reply
  11. Suki Melow says

    August 19, 2018 at 5:39 PM

    How much do I love your list – & oh how I covet those wedge boots ???? – must have!!! Going on Alaskan cruise next week – LOVE your style – & your super helpful list!!

    Reply
    • Jen says

      August 20, 2018 at 8:17 AM

      Thanks! And yes those boots are my favorite! So comfortable, warm and waterproof!

      xoxo

      Reply
  12. Lynette says

    August 8, 2018 at 9:56 AM

    I just saw the brand and found them on Amazon. Love them!!!!!

    Reply
    • Jen says

      August 8, 2018 at 10:07 AM

      Oh yay!

      xoxo

      Reply
  13. Lynette says

    August 8, 2018 at 9:52 AM

    I LOVE the boots. I know you said you got them in Alaska but do you know the brand or anything that would help me find a pair that look close to them???

    Reply
    • Jen says

      August 8, 2018 at 10:07 AM

      Hi! I got the boots awhile before the cruise. I actually wore them the year before on an Iceland trip too! They are super comfortable and waterproof! They are Sorel and there is a link in the post. But you can search for them on Amazon too!

      xoxo

      Reply
      • Jacqueline says

        December 16, 2019 at 3:14 PM

        Hi,

        Did you hike in the Sorel Wedge boots? I was concerned that these boots might not be sturdy enough to hike in since it’s a wedge.

        Reply
  14. Sherry says

    June 22, 2018 at 11:48 AM

    Great list! Thanks for posting. I, too, was wondering where you purchased the tunic.

    Reply
    • Jen says

      June 22, 2018 at 3:23 PM

      Hi Sherry!

      I think that tunic was from amazon. Just search tunic on amazon and you will see lots of options pop up! Nordstrom is also a good place to look!

      xoxo

      Reply
  15. Karina says

    April 17, 2018 at 12:28 PM

    We are going on the Alaska cruise end of the September , wanted to ask a question about the northern lights did the captain announce that you can view it or did you just happen to be at the right place and right time….I am really hoping I get to see the northern lights on this cruise that was one of the reason we booked the last sailing of the season for a chance to see them 🙂

    Reply
    • Jen says

      April 17, 2018 at 12:36 PM

      Hi Karina!

      Yes the captain said we might be able to see the northern lights. I think they will always tell the passengers if they think it’s possible. It’s super cool to see!

      xoxo

      Reply
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  17. April was in CA now MA says

    November 4, 2017 at 6:37 PM

    What a great list! Do you have a link to the specific tunic you showed, I LOVE IT!

    Reply
  18. Traci says

    October 28, 2017 at 8:09 AM

    Jen – What a great getaway for you and your hubby! I absolutely loved the swimsuit you had in your post but did not see where it came from. Do you mind sharing?

    Reply
    • Jen says

      October 30, 2017 at 2:27 PM

      Thanks Traci! It was so fun! I found the swimsuit on Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Cupshe-Fashion-One-piece-Padding-Swimsuit/dp/B01HBDHJJ8/ref=sr_1_45?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1509395224&sr=1-45&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=black+one+piece+swimsuit

      It’s only $23 which is amazing!

      xox

      Reply
  19. jam T says

    October 26, 2017 at 5:25 AM

    WoW Jen… superb info… i have like no idea that Alaska is so beautiful and romantic….

    I wish i could make a plan with my wife as well….

    BTW beautiful pictures from a beautiful lady…. 🙂

    Reply
  20. Shawnda says

    October 25, 2017 at 7:30 AM

    We took our kids when we went so there were 4 of us in our oceanview room. It was tight, but staying organized was key. One of the things that helped the most was a hanging shoe organizer with clear pockets. We hung it on our bathroom door and stored EVERYTHING in it…bandaids, hair ties, safety pins, deodorant, face cleanser, moisturizer, sunblock, hair gel, ibuprofen, bobby pins, antihistimine, bonine (for possible sea sickness…thank goodness we didn’t need it), tweezers, nail clippers, nail file…etc. We discovered that not all shoe organizers are created equal however. Ours fit like a glove. My best friend, in the room next door, couldn’t get hers to fit on the door, so make sure you get one with wide hanging clips. Also: take a good hair conditioner! By the end of the week, whatever process the water went through to be used in the shower made my hair SOOO dry! I really wished I’d had a hair mask for mid week and a more intensive conditioner the rest of the time.

    Reply
    • Jen says

      October 25, 2017 at 9:20 AM

      Oh! I would love to be able to take my kids on that cruise someday! I bet they loved it!!

      xoxoxo

      Reply
    • Jen says

      October 25, 2017 at 9:21 AM

      Those are such great tips Shawnda! And I love the idea about the organizer! I can see that it would be so helpful with so many people in the room. I bet you guys had a great time!!

      xoxxo

      Reply

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