Where to wear it: From mornings at the pool to happy hour on board, a pair of chic yet comfortable sandals will carry you through.
Sun protection
There are few downsides to being surrounded by sparkling ocean waters 24/7, but you will have to be mindful about sun protection. Bring the holy trinity: sunglasses that will go with every outfit you’ve packed, forehead-shielding hats, and plenty of SPF. Nothing ruins a cruise vacation faster than a painful sunburn; these essentials will help you return to dry land feeling refreshed and just a little bit sunkissed.
Beach bags
Since you’re never far away from a pool on a cruise, not to mention the fact that you can slide into the ocean for a dip before cooling off sun lounger-style, you’ll want to bring a beach tote that can accommodate a day’s worth of essentials. The best beach bags—the kind that you come back to vacation after vacation—will have enough space for a water bottle, book, noise-canceling headphones, and lots of sunscreen.
