This was the first cruise for my family, leaving on the Norwegian Gem from the NY Cruise Terminal. How convenient!

What to Pack:

Over-the-door shoe organizer for toiletries for your whole family (hang on bathroom door on outside); pop-up hamper or laundry bag (can fit in tiny bathroom); battery-operated clock; reusable bottle for each family member to refill juice/water from Café; and tote or day bag to take ship towels to the private island. We opted out of the soda and alcohol packages and brought our own sodas onboard for occasional use. Read more