Bringing own soda
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On Carnival the maximum size for a cooler is 12"x12"x12". They are usually pretty strict with this also (should be within an inch or two).
I personally have used the cooler pictured below on a Carnival cruise before. It's made by Coleman and the actual dimensions are: 12.37"L x 10.13"W x 13"H. It's soft sided but includes a hard plastic insert if you want to use it.
Currently these are the best prices you'll find on one:
Walmart.com - http://linksynergy.walmart.com/fs-b...eman-30-Can-Soft-Cooler-with-Liner%2F16539568"]Coleman 30 Can Soft Cooler With Hard Liner - $23.00
Amazon.com - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...iveASIN=B006HFBF7E&linkCode=as2&tag=c0e93f-20"]Coleman 30 Can Soft Cooler With Hard Liner - $25.99
...as for carrying everything. A rolling suitcase and this cooler over my shoulder is all I would need. As a first time cruiser you are going to overpack by ALOT! I think most first time cruisers pack double (if not more) what they are actually going to need / use, so keep that in mind. Here are some good suggestions on what to pack / bring on your cruise: https://www.cruisingearth.com/downloads/index/?do=download&fileid=34"]Carnival - Pre-Cruise Checklist.
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I personally have used the cooler pictured below on a Carnival cruise before. It's made by Coleman and the actual dimensions are: 12.37"L x 10.13"W x 13"H. It's soft sided but includes a hard plastic insert if you want to use it.
Currently these are the best prices you'll find on one:
Walmart.com - http://linksynergy.walmart.com/fs-b...eman-30-Can-Soft-Cooler-with-Liner%2F16539568"]Coleman 30 Can Soft Cooler With Hard Liner - $23.00
Amazon.com - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...iveASIN=B006HFBF7E&linkCode=as2&tag=c0e93f-20"]Coleman 30 Can Soft Cooler With Hard Liner - $25.99
...as for carrying everything. A rolling suitcase and this cooler over my shoulder is all I would need. As a first time cruiser you are going to overpack by ALOT! I think most first time cruisers pack double (if not more) what they are actually going to need / use, so keep that in mind. Here are some good suggestions on what to pack / bring on your cruise: https://www.cruisingearth.com/downloads/index/?do=download&fileid=34"]Carnival - Pre-Cruise Checklist.
Welcome to Cruising Earth!
debbie6388
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We will be flying cross country prior to our cruise in July 2014. Will we be able to pack a 12 pack of soda in our checked baggage for the flight or will we have to purchase it in Seattle?
I would not recommend putting it in your checked baggage, but it is not illegal.
Checked baggage on most aircraft is heated or pressurized (although on some smaller planes this will not be true). The main concern would be rough baggage handling. The last thing you want to worry about is having to do laundry when you should be enjoying the sailaway party sipping a cocktail of the top deck.
Just get it at your destination.
Checked baggage on most aircraft is heated or pressurized (although on some smaller planes this will not be true). The main concern would be rough baggage handling. The last thing you want to worry about is having to do laundry when you should be enjoying the sailaway party sipping a cocktail of the top deck.
Just get it at your destination.
We bring a collapsible rolling cooler. we pack it in our bags. Great for storing unopened buckets of beer, wine allowed on, water, etc. Give the room steward a tip and he will make sure the cooler is always iced.
Another point to remember. If buying soda card, wait till the ship is in international waters (away from dock and out typically 3-10 miles) and you save the sales tax charged.
Another point to remember. If buying soda card, wait till the ship is in international waters (away from dock and out typically 3-10 miles) and you save the sales tax charged.
