Cruise Packing Hints: For a 10-night PNG cruise @julescruisecompanion #cruise #cruiselife

A home port cruise is always an opportunity to pack a little more. No weight restrictions at the moment for checking the luggage. Hi everyone, I’m Julie from Jules Cruise Companion, and today I’m walking you through exactly how I packed for a 10-night cruise to Papua New Guinea—without flying, without stress, and with a few extra tricks along the way! Because this cruise starts from my home port, I’m using my Flylite luggage—and I’m not restricted by airline weight limits, so I've packed a bit more than usual... about 20.6 kilos, plus a carry-on that I’ll also check in. 🛏️ Night Before Disembarkation Tip: Don’t forget—you’ll need an overnight bag for the last night of the cruise! That includes: Pyjamas Toiletries (wet pack) Morning clothes for disembarkation It’s a common oversight, so always have a small bag ready to take those last essentials off with you. 🧳 Main Luggage Breakdown: Let’s take a look inside... 📌 Intimates – I've packed extra underwear and bras so I can avoid doing laundry on board. 📌 Leggings – Multiple pairs for easy mix & match. 📌 Cruise outfit for embarkation day – A green top, crew scarf, and leggings. 📌 Sleeveless tops & undershirts – Perfect for layering. 📌 Light jumpers – One pullover and one zip-up, because it can get chilly at sea. 📌 Dressy options – 4 evening tops for dinner nights, mixed with the same bottoms. 📌 Shawls & scarves – Not needed much for PNG, but very useful for Jordan, which I’m also prepping for. And... I’ve thrown in a wild shirt for the day we dock back in Brisbane, just to make a statement! 🎒 Bonus: I packed a few copies of my book for cruise friends—so without them, I’d probably be under 20kg. 📦 Wet Pack & Laundry Kit Microfibre towel Spray jacket Over-the-door toiletry kit Portable laundry set with hooks (see my separate video on that!) 🔌 Electronics Pack Essentials This pouch is my go-to for everything tech: USBs & backup storage Universal converters Multiple cables (because we always lose one) Spare earbuds External mic for better sound quality Car charger & adapters External keyboard + backup batteries (for my tablet) TIP: If you lose a cable while traveling, try checking hotel reception—people leave them behind all the time! 🎒 Personal Item: My Crumpler Bag I’m obsessed with this Melbourne-brand bag. It's durable, has tons of pockets, and the strap is just right. Here’s what I keep inside: Passport & paperwork Medications – I’m on some strong ones right now, so they stay close. Sunglasses & fan – Yes, I still carry a fan even post-menopause! Local currency – Kina for PNG. Hygiene items Business cards & pens Sticky tape – Pro tip: reinforce your luggage tags with tape instead of a stapler. Tablet + keyboard Fun hats – Souvenirs to give away at the end of the cruise. 🧳 Final Round-Up: I’m using Flylite suitcases this trip, but I also rotate in the Kathmandu Hybrid for longer journeys. Either way, I’m all packed and ready to cruise! 📚 Cruise With Confidence Don’t forget, my book "A Heavy Cruise Companion: Cruise With Confidence" is available now! It includes: All my best travel tips Packing lists Links to helpful blog posts 📌 Check the link in the description below to grab your copy! Thanks for watching! If you found this helpful, subscribe to my channel, give it a thumbs up, and leave a comment with your own cruise packing tips! I’ll see you soon—from the ship—or from Jordan, or maybe New York next month. 😉 Stay safe, happy cruising, and remember… pack light-ish, but smart! Subscribe to my channel for the latest handy hints and hacks for a great cruise holiday. Subscribe and stay up to date with my journey by clicking the subscribe button. Check out other videos for handy hints and tips. My book HANDY CRUISE COMPANION, Cruise with Confidence is available on Amazon http://bit.ly/HandyCruiseCompanioneBook Check out my website http://www.julescruisecompanion.com.au/ Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/julie.burgess.5011 Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/julescruisecompanion/?hl=en Copyright JCC