Checked luggage delayed before cruise embarkation often does not arrive until after the cruise, making carry-on preparedness essential. Prioritize versatile, reliable clothing that works on and off the ship, maximizing space without sacrificing comfort or style. The Béis Weekender bag qualifies as a personal item on most airlines, fits under the seat, offers a zippered bottom for shoes and small items, and includes a trolley sleeve for easy attachment to luggage. A durable carry-on like the Away Bigger fits most overhead bins, withstands frequent travel, and is spacious enough for items needed for a week-long trip.
I come from a long line of overpackers, but I've learned the hard way what can happen to checked luggage if your flight is delayed before a cruise. If your luggage doesn't make it to the ship before embarkation, odds are you won't see it again until the cruise is over. As someone who once spent a week in bright orange Birkenstocks on a Mediterranean cruise, I would know.
Unless you're prepared to build a whole new wardrobe from the ship's gift shop and whatever you can find in port, it's not a risk worth taking. Over the past 20 years, I've cruised everywhere from Alaska's glaciers to the sun-soaked shores of the Caribbean, but no matter the destination, I've learned to pare my packing down to just the essentials.
This bag is a secret weapon. It counts as a personal item on most airlines and fits under the seat in front of you, but still has seemingly endless room. The bottom of the bag zips, allowing for easy storage for sandals, glasses cases, and other small items. Plus, the back of the bag has a trolley sleeve so it can easily fit over your luggage handle.
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