Preparing for your Cruise
BJ's Travel Cruises is your go to resource to discover the right cruise vacation for you and plan every step along the way
Cruise Packing Lists
- Cruise Packing List | Everything you need to pack for your cruise to the Caribbean and Mexico
- Cruise Packing List | Everything you need to pack for your cruise to Alaska
- Cruise Packing List | Everything you need to pack for your cruise to the Mediterranean
- Cruise Packing List | Everything you need to pack for your cruise to Canada and New England
- Cruise Packing List | Everything you need to pack for your cruise to Northern Europe
- Can I bring alcohol or other beverages onboard?
Cruise Line Pre-Registration and Boarding Information
Life on board
- How to make your cruise the perfect all inclusive vacation
- What activities are available on board for toddlers, children, and teens?
- Are there laundry services on board?
- Are there ATMs on board?
- Will I get seasick?
- Are over the counter medicines available for purchase on board?
Travel Documents
- What documentation is required for non-U.S. travel?
- Do I need a passport?
- How should I provide my name when booking my cruise?
- How can I get a passport?
- Do I need a Visa?
- Do I need a REAL ID to travel?
Transportation & Transfers
- Florida (US) Ports
- East Coast (US) Ports
- West Coast (US) Ports
- Gulf of Mexico (US) Ports
- Non-United States Ports
- Do cruises always dock directly in port?
Shore Excursions
Post Booking Changes to my Cruise
What to Do if there is a Travel Advisory
- What should I do if there is a weather event such as a hurricane or tropical storm predicted at the time of my cruise?
- How will I know if my cruise is impacted by a weather event such as a hurricane or tropical storm?
- What should I do if my cruise sailing is cancelled due to a weather event such as a hurricane or tropical storm?