Things to Bring on a Cruise to the Bahamas

Going for a cruise vacation is certainly an exciting thing, but packing luggage is certainly not that fun. If an individual is traveling to Bahamas for the first time, then he/she might not have a clear idea on what to carry and what to leave.

The best that first time travelers can think of are clothes and money and in this confusion the chances of forgetting important items is very high. Hence, it's better to do all the packing at least one week in advance.

People from all sides of the globe flock to the Bahamas to enjoy its white sand and heavenly waters. The island is situated on the eastern coast of the US which helps this tiny piece of land to avoid various natural calamities. The bright sunshine makes it one of the top golf destinations of the world.

Apart from the countless water activities, Bahamas also offers an amazing view of the flora and fauna for its visitors. Many people don't know but Bahamas is an independent nation and hence it is essential to make pack necessary items before heading towards it.

Bahamas normally experiences warm weather. Hence, people traveling during summer seasons, should carry light-weight clothes as temperatures run up to 90°F. Avoid dark-colored clothes and wear comfortable slippers and shoes.

People who are planning to spend most of their time near the beach should carry more swimsuits. Men and women should also carry an extra formal suit and a beautiful gown for attending any formal parties hosted on the cruise.

Place all you personal identification documents and paperwork in a separate backpack. Carry airline tickets, cruise documents, proof of citizenship and driver's license, and carry multiple copies of all these documents and keep them separate in case they are lost. It is a good idea to carry additional traveler's checks and cell phones.

A cruise liner is a place where customers are provided with all the possible comforts they need. Although complimentary personal care items such as shampoos, shower gels, razors and sunscreens are available it is a good idea to check with the cruise liner just to be sure. People who plan to spend most of their time outside will need loads of sunscreen, if they don't want to get sun burned.

If you are traveling alone, then carrying a book to pass time is a great idea. Bring your own reading material because books and magazines available on the cruise ships would be more expensive. Most of the Bahamian population speaks English, but many of the locals might use regional phrases which might be unfamiliar to tourists. In such cases guidebooks prove very helpful.

Luggage rules on cruises are much more relaxed than luggage rules on aircraft. It is advised that each tourist carries not more than two suitcases weighing less than 50 lbs each. Some cruise liners also allow guests to carry small coolers filled with non alcoholic drinks. People who want to shop around this beautiful nation should get a duffel bag and take advantage of the duty free shopping experience.

It's also a good idea for tourists to bring golf clubs, scuba diving equipment, tennis rackets and balls from home. This would help save lots of rental fees.

Bahamas is a beautiful destination and a place which offers something for everyone in the family. It is important to know when to set foot on this little slice of heaven, tourists should be aware that hurricane season begins from 1st June to November 30th. However, many cruise liners still travel between this time even though there are high chances of coming face to face with harsh weather conditions.