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Packing essentials for your Fred. Olsen cruise

When you first join a Fred. Olsen cruise, it’s natural to spend a bit of time wondering what to pack. Even with our generous 90kg (200lb) luggage allowance on UK‑departing cruises, it’s still those little extras that can make all the difference once you’re on board.[ReadMoreMob]

To help you get started, members of the Fred. Olsen Cruise Group Facebook community have shared their favourite simple tips and clever packing ideas. Here are some of the most popular suggestions from guests who know our ships well:

Keep your Daily Times close at hand

Each day’s Daily Times comes with a handy tear‑off section that's perfect to pop in your pocket or bag so you can check activities and timings wherever you are on the ship.

Bring a small magnet

Your cabin includes printed copies of the Daily Times and other useful information. A small magnet allows you to stick everything somewhere easy to see, like the metal bathroom door, so you can check evening dress codes, meal times and shore tour schedules at a glance.

Prefer a no‑magnet solution?
Clear folder wallets are a great alternative for keeping newsletters, maps and postcards organised.

A highlighter pen

A highlighter pen to mark the activities in the Daily Times that you don’t want to miss.

Take a small extension lead

If you travel with phones, tablets and other devices, a short 3‑ or 4‑way extension cable plus an adaptor can make charging much easier.

A nightlight

A plug‑in or battery‑powered movement‑activated nightlight provides a soft glow if you need to get up during the night, without disturbing your sleep.

Extra coat hangers

There never seem to be quite enough! You’re very welcome to request more from Guest Services or Housekeeping, but popping a few in your suitcase is always handy.

Clothes pegs

Clothes pegs are a great addition, so that you can peg your towel to your sunbed on our warmer cruises – these are also perfect for hanging up small items on the clothes line in your bathroom.

Consider a small travel alarm clock

It’s a reassuring way to make sure you’re on time for breakfast sittings, activities or early shore tours.

Pack an insulated mug

If you like to take your morning tea or coffee out on deck to enjoy the scenery, an insulated mug keeps it warm for longer.

Make your luggage stand out

A bright suitcase makes life much easier when collecting your luggage at the end of your cruise.
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