Caribbean Cruise Packing List For Kids – from the must-haves to little things you don’t need but may want, we have it covered in this cruise packing list.

Get all the Caribbean cruise essentials to pack you and your kids.

Jojo and I recently went on a Western Caribbean cruise, and it was everything we thought it was going to be and more (if you count the cheesy fries). The relaxing, rejuvenating, and adventure-seeking parts of ourselves were completely fulfilled. From tubing in caves, ziplining in the jungle, laying out on the beach, and snorkeling, we really did everything and anything we wanted.

However, being prepared was just as important to our overall fun as the activities themselves. And this started with making sure we had everything we needed. For my family, packing is easier whenever we go on vacation if everyone has a packing list. They love to cross things off and it keeps them focused.

Regardless if it was all seven of us heading to the high seas or just Jojo and me, it was a dream to just give her a cruise packing list, glance over it once, and have it all done.

There are a few things I want to share from our experience though, hoping it will make the packing for a cruise experience for kids a breeze and consequently, your cruise much more enjoyable.

Suitcases are important.

I used to be all about packing my kids in duffle bags like I did when I was little. But that always ended up with Jake and I carrying most of the weight – literally.

But then I discovered these Merax 3 Pcs Luggage Set Expandable Hardside Lightweight Spinner Suitcases: A parent’s dream.

Sturdy, easy to roll, and hassle-free. The hard shell handled rain, puddles, and baggage handling with no worries. Both sides zip shut, making packing easy and space easy to share.

A bonus: it comes in three sizes—perfect for moms, teens, and little ones (or minimalist dads). One set easily covers 3 to 5 of us, making the price totally worth it. I got one set in bright orange (my favorite!) and another in red—so easy to spot at baggage claim.

Now that you have a few pointers, it’s time to pack.

Check out the printable below to make this fun and easy!

For the littles, don’t forget to add notes like swim diapers, stuffed animals or special blankets.

For the teens, make notes on their cruise packing list, including downloading movies, bringing bands for braces, packing retainers or anything else they need that will allow you an extra dash of sanity.

What I love about cruising on the Caribbean Princess was the ease of finding anything if we left something behind. Need aloe lotion? You can order it right to your room or wherever you are sitting. Remember those awesome On-Demand Services I’ve mentioned previously in my Best Cruises Tips or Ocean Medallion Cruise: Best Family Cruise Experience.

While packing your kids or booking the cruise, make sure to check out the Best Western Caribbean Shore Excursions for families. These are all the excursions we love with our kids, ages ranging from 8-16.

Pin to Pinterest.