4-in-1 Inflatable Water Hammock – CPL Tested!

Aqua Original 4-in-1 Monterey Hammock Pool Float & Water Hammock – Multi-Purpose, Inflatable Pool Floats for Adults – Patented Thick, Non-Stick PVC Material

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Patented Thick, Non-Stick Pvc: Our Special Pvc Laminated Material Is 50% To 70% Thicker Than Most Other “Sticky Pvc” Pool Hammocks And Water Hammocks
Most Versatile Pool Hammock & Float: 4-In-1 Design Converts To A Hammock, Chair, Drifter, Or Exercise Saddle.
Easiest Pool Float To Get On Or Off: Seat Rests In Water – No Jumping, No Ladders, No Flopping; Best For People 4’ To 6’ Tall
Ez On-Off Pool Hammock: Multi-Purpose Pool Float, Lake Floatie, Ocean Floater; Great For Seniors And Expectant Moms

We have this and use it at the beach. When deflated it’s small and easy to pack. It works great and has saved us money since we rent fewer floating mats.

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Waterproof Phone Pouches, 8 Count

8 Pack Multicolor Universal Waterproof Phone Pouch, Large Phone Waterproof Case Dry Bag (Protection Level: IP68) Outdoor Sports for Apple iPhone,Samsung,and up to 7.5″ (Multicolor 8 Pack)

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Materials: The Waterproof case is made of durable PC and transparent PVC materials. Super thin 0.3mm material makes touch sensitive, not any delay. IP68 Certified 30 meter underwater. It is easy to touch, Response, Type, Take Photos and Videos sensitive, Not any delay. No Bad Effect Upon Your Skin.
Screen Touch Friendly: The waterproof case dry bag fits all smart phones up to 7.5″ diagonal size.Clear PVC window allowing you to take photos conveniently even underwater. Capture the underwater world as you see it.
Application: The waterproof pouch case is vacation Essentials for Aquatic Sports.it perfect for swimming,beach trip, underwater snorkeling, surfing, boating, skiing,fishing,kayaking,rafting.
Capacity: It can hold not only cell phones but also ID, credit cards, cash, and keys.Length x Width: 8.6″x 4.3″, Compatible for phone up to 7.5 inches; ideal phone water protector pouch for Apple iPhone,Samsung,and up to 7.5″; Sturdy lanyard on the top for easy carrying, Free your hand and have fun!
Test Before Use : First Fill with paper towel in the waterproof phone bag, squeeze air before Sealed; Then Submerge underwater for about 15 minutes. Last Downside the top mount to take out the object, avoid water going into the case. High quality product from Brand “Famoby”!

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Will My Phone Work on a Cruise Ship?

will my phone work on a cruise ship?

The short answer is… yes it will work. But that answer has some caveats.

Onboard Cellular

Most larger cruise ships have cellular capabilities. Ships have the equivalent of their own cell phone towers that provide service to people onboard and nearby. This is separate and different from Wi-Fi.

These towers are international no matter where the ship is. If you look on your cell phone carriers website for international coverage, many times cruise ships will be listed by names and show up alongside foreign countries.

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Using Cruise Line Cellular

Using cruise line cellular for voice and data can be VERY expensive. Check with your carrier to be sure, but generally, it’s super expensive to use your cell phone (via cellular) on a cruise ship.

I know of no carrier that includes cruise ships in their international plans or international day plans. Example, Verizon’s TravelPass gets you unlimited international coverage in select countries for as little as $10 per day. That’s not available for cruise ships.

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Voice and Data

Because of cost, I recommend against using cruise line for voice and data. It’s just too expensive. An internet package with Wi-Fi calling is much more cost effective. SMS messages are a potential exception to this recommendation. Keep reading for more on that.

Using Texts To Communicate While Onboard

While data and voice rates on cruise ships is generally very expensive, SMS messages are generally much more economical. If you’re looking for a way to communicate while onboard, this is an option. Check with your cellular provider to see how much text messages will cost.

Use Airplane Mode

If you choose to use cruise line cellular for voice and SMS. My recommendation is to ALWAYS turn data roaming off while onboard. Or better yet, use airplane mode.

I use airplane mode while on board and turn WiFI on. This allows me to access the Internet (with a package) and not worry about getting data roaming charges.

Full Phone Functionality with Wireless Internet… WiFi Calling!

If you purchase an Internet plan you can use many of the features of your phone like web browsing, social media, video and audio calling (Facetime, Skype, Snapchat, Facebook Messenger, etc).

There are some activities that don’t work with an Internet only connection – standard voice calls and SMS messages (iMessages do work because they rely on Internet).

You can make standard voice calls and SMS work without a cellular connection by enabling WiFi Calling

With a compatible phone and an internet connection WiFi calling makes your phone think that it has a cell tower. This allows you to place voice calls and send text messages as if you had a regular tower,

I use this and it works REALLY well. I turn airplane mode on and connect to WiFi. Quality is at the mercy of the ship’s internet but in general it has worked great for me.

Again, it’s important to have data roaming turned off. I turn my phone to airplane mode, turn on and connect to WiFi and the phone activates WiFi calling.

See: Using Your Cell Phone Onboard with WiFi Calling! for lots more on WiFi calling

wifi calling and cruise ships My iPhone with Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas Royal Promenade int eh Background. See “VZW Wi-Fi”

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Setting Up Your Own Wireless WiFi Hotspot on Your Next Cruise!

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Royal Caribbean & Celebrity Luggage Tags

I highly recommend cruise luggage tag holders. These are sturdier and more secure than tape or staples. Having these also means you don’t need to carry along… tape or staples. These also keep your tags dry (and readable) in the event of rain. Because your tags are more likely to stay on, you’re less likely to have delayed luggage on the ship. Size of these varies based on cruise line. Look for one that’s compatible with your cruise line.

If you’re flying to your embarkation port I don’t recommend putting cruise tags on your luggage until after your flight. That’s especially true if you’re taping and stapling vs using luggage tags. Luggage tag holders would probably make the flight okay, but, to me, there’s no sense subjecting these to the wear and tear of airline luggage handling.

Print and fold (or cut) your printable luggage tags at home, put them in holders and pack. Put on the night before you cruise and you’ll all set.

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US Passport Protective Covers, 5 Pack

5 Pack Clear Passport Cover, Transparent Plastic Passport Protector

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Tailored for US Passports: Exclusively designed to perfectly accommodate US passports, our passport holder offers the ideal fit. It features two additional pockets, purposefully crafted to securely hold cards, cash, and tickets, providing convenient organization on your travels
Clever Transparent Design: Display your passport easily with our clear cover – no need to remove it. It’s a convenience combined with style
Come with 10pcs Random Travel Themed Stickers: Whether you’re traveling solo, with family or in groups, these stickers are the perfect flair for your passport cover. Easy to apply, these will make your passport stand out, ensuring it’s always easy to spot
Premium Vinyl Construction: The holder is made with high-quality vinyl, ensuring it’s both waterproof and durable. Featuring a clear surface with a frosted additional pocket, it’s a blend of practicality and sophistication
Perfectly-Sized Dimensions: With a length of 7.4 inches and a width of 5.2 inches, it’s designed to be a compact and convenient addition to your travel essentials

For lots more about what you should pack for your next cruise check out our complete packing list.

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Cruise Port Days… Should You Take Your Passport Off The Ship?

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Danmu Beach Towel Clips, 8 Pieces

Danmu Beach Towel Clips, Beach Clips, Towel Clips for Beach Chairs Cruise, Heavy Duty Clothes Pins-Keep Your Towel from Blowing Away, Beach Accessories for Vacation Must Haves (Multicolor-8pcs)

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🏖️ Durable Material – Danmu beach towel clips are made of solid plastic and zinc galvanized steel. Lightweight, easy to carry. Ideal size, convenient to store, does not take up a lot room when packing. Perfect companion to your cruise or swim pool time.
🏕️Multiple Use – Prevent your towel from flying away, attach your towels to beach chair, hang up wet clothes in the shower, clip curtain, socks or other small items, attach table cloth and towels to table and chairs in picnic. They can also work as bag holders and in art projects
🏖️Large Size – Large dimension 4 1/10″ in length, can be open up to 2 1/3″. Functional to most beach chairs. Strong grip can hold blankets
🏕️Bright Color – Colorful easy to spot. Just one set, you can have a wonderful time even in a windy day. Reusable and competitive in price.

In my opinion these (or towel bands) are a must have for any cruise or beach location. They don’t take up a lot of room and save a lot of frustration by keeping beach towels in place.

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Hands on Review: Sailpack Cruise Ship Approved Travel Fan

When looking for a compact travel fan, I can across Sailpak’s USB rechargeable model. It’s about 6″ x 6″, folds flat for easy storage, is USB chargeable (via USB-C and has 5 speeds. Here’s a hands on review of this fan. Includes pictures and videos taken onboard.

In the boxSide of the box. UPC 792671168089, Input 5v/1a, Fan Power 3.5W

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Cruise Ship Approved Travel Fan

A look at the front of the fan. The bottom right button turns the fan on and also has an LED display that shows battery charge levels.Back of the fanClose up of the label on the back of the fanClose up of the bottom of the back of the fan. The left side is a USB-C port for charging. The right side has a label with specifications and such.Sailpack Cruise Ship Approved Travel Fan. Sailpack says this is approved for cruise ship use as of a certain date. Based on the fact that it’s compact I don’t see any cruise line turning this away however you can double check with your line to make sure if you have any concerns.This fan has a stand that can be folded flat when not in useHere’s the fan running. Keep reading for some videos. You can see the bottom right shows charge %. You need to hold down the power button to turn the fan on and off. That’s a good feature because it means it’s less likely to get turned on by mistake when packed away in a bag. After it’s on a short press changes speed.For size reference next to a bottle of Sun Bum sunscreen

Onboard Trials

Here’s the fan onboard Royal Caribbean’s Odyssey of the SeasThis has a 6 to 10 hour stated battery life. You can also plug it in to extend that. Here is is plugged in to this European Travel Plug Adapter. See: Cruise Ship Power Solutions – Making Use of the 220 Volt Cabin Outlet On Your Next Cruise for more information on using this outlet Here it is running onboard

Here’s a video of the fan to give you an idea of how much sound it puts out

By our bedside on Odyssey of the Seas

Running on my night stand

Conclusions

This is a compact easy to use travel fan. It produces a nice breeze and some background noise. Considering the limited availability of outlets the fact that this is rechargeable is a huge plus. This isn’t a huge fan, but I wouldn’t want it to be as I don’t have that kind of room and many lines ban large fans. This purpose built travel fan solution is a great option for cruising and land based travel.

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2 x Waterproof Phone Cases

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CRUISE ESSENTIALS – Waterproof phone pouch clear bag up to 7″ capacity fits most smartphones-Compatible with iPhone 14 Pro Max/14, 13 Pro Max/13,12 Pro Max/12, 11Pro Max/11,6/6S/7/8 Plus, X/XS Max/XR, Galaxy S22 Ultra/S22, S21/21 Ultra, S20/20 Ultra, S9/9+, S10/10 Plus, Note 8/9/10/10+/10 Lite/20/20 Ultra, A72/F62, Z Fold 2/3, Pixel 6Pro/5/4, LG G7/G8, OnePlus 8/9 Pro/8T/Nord N100, etc.
BEACH ACCESSORIES FOR VACATION MUST HAVES – Rynapac waterproof phone case is specially designed for outdoor activities such as pools, beaches, fishing, swimming, sailing, skiing, boating, kayaking, snorkeling, tubing, rafting and other water park activities, keep your device away from water, dust, snow, enjoy your life.
TRAVEL ACCESSORIES – This waterproof phone case is designed with a transparent PVC appearance,side buttons are easy to use. Which enables smooth touch screen operation, allowing you to text and browse messages without taking out your phone, bringing more convenience to your life.
VACATION ESSENTIALS – Large-capacity design has perfectly support your phone up to 7”, effectively preventing accidental drop, scratch, and water. Give your phone a full protection.
WARM REMINDER – Waterproof Phone Pouch comes with a sturdy durable lanyard for easy carrying, the lanyard is snap-on for easy removal. (Read the precautions carefully before using the waterproof pouch. Test the waterproof function with a paper towel before each use, squeeze air before sealing, and submerge in water for about 10 minutes. Please remove objects under the top mount to avoid water entering). Any issue please feel free to contact Rynapac support team.

Universal Waterproof Phone Pouch Bag – 2Pack, Waterproof Case Compatible with iPhone 14 Pro Max/13/12/11/XR/X/SE/8/7, Galaxy S22/S21 Google Up to 7.5’’, IPX8 Dry Bag Vacation Essentials Blue/Orange – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Easy Communication on Your Next Cruise… Using WiFi Calling

wifi calling and cruise ships My iPhone with Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas Royal Promenade int eh Background. See “VZW Wi-Fi”

Thinking back to our first cruises communicating back home was… brutal.

We had young children and really needed to check in on a regular basis. Options were slim and expensive. Onboard calling was out of the question financially. Onboard internet was horribly slow and expensive, albeit not as bad as ship to shore calls. We did, periodically, race the clock and try to get an email through. Typically we would try to call back home from port. We’d find an internet café or a business offering international calls by the minute and give it a go.

Times have gotten a lot better. Ship internet is much, much, much better and generally reasonably priced. This makes it easier than ever to stay connected when you need to.