Amazon Prime Day Deals – We Found the Best Deals Cruise Essentials
It’s time for the annual Amazon Prime Day sale, the favorite commercial-based holiday of many (or at least that’s what Amazon wants you to think). Honestly, it’s funny that a quasi-holiday is made up just to increase sales and drive consumer spending. That being said, if you were going to buy a product anyway, why not get it while it’s on sale? I always make a list of things I’ve been waiting to purchase, and then if they go on sale on Prime Day, buy them at that time. That way, I’m not spending needlessly but saving money instead.
Are you looking for discounts on cruise-related stuff? Amazon Prime Day Deals are July 8th and 9th this year. Here are the best cruise-related deals we see so far. We’ll keep updating this page as the event goes on, so refresh the page when you visit.
Reusable Straws
In 2019, many cruise lines stopped using plastic straws on board in an effort to stop plastic waste from entering the ocean. Some lines have paper or candy alternatives and others have nothing. Since I’m addicted to soda and prefer a straw, I bought these for my last cruise. They’re just a few inches tall but can expand, so they can be used in anything from a highball glass to a large hurricane glass. They’re solidly made and the little carrying case makes it easy to slip it into your pocket between drinks.
- Telescopic & Convenient：This reusable collapsible straws can easily change length from 3.94″ to 9.25″, fit for 10-30 oz cups and tumblers, Each metal straws comes with different color soft silicone tips, so it won’t be mixed, what’s more it can protects teeth and lips from extremely hot and cold drinks
- Easy to Clean：Each Collapsible straw comes with a telescopic cleaning brush. The brush are made up of 3 parts and can be up to 9 inches long. It can cleans the whole reusable straw perfectly
- Compact & Portable：Each stainless steel straw comes with a carabiner hook. You can put silicone tips on the small head of the straw, put the brush into the straw, put them into the metal bottle together, and install the hook. It is only 4.7 inches long, perfect for putting in the pocket/bag or tie to your belt wherever you go
Insulated Mug
While it’s easy to get drinks like lemonade, ice tea, coffee, and juices on board, the cups that you’ll find in the buffet are ridiculously small. Bring your own insulated tumbler and save yourself some trips. This is a knock-off version of the very popular Yeti cups. It works for hot things like tea and coffee, or cold things like juices and lemonade. I bring one with me every morning to the buffet and stock up on the juices that they stop serving around 10 am. That way I have some in my fridge in the room.
If you’re sailing on Royal Caribbean and have the soda or Deluxe Beverage Package, you do NOT need a cup. You get a cup when you board that will work with the Coke Freestyle machines onboard.
Note: for sanitary reasons, please do not fill this cup directly from the dispensers. Grab a clean cup in the buffet and use that to get the juice and pour it into your mug
- The vacuum insulated Rambler 30 oz. Stackable Cup is sized perfectly for fewer refills of Texas-sized teas, H2O, and XL coffee
- STACKABLE – Save storage space when you remove the lids
- CUP HOLDER COMPATIBLE – Safely makes it from point A to B on your commute
- DISHWASHER SAFE – Because no one needs more work to do
- MAGSLIDER LID – While the MagSlider Lid adds a barrier of protection for keeping drinks contained and preventing heat or cold from escaping, Please Note – The MagSlider Lid is not leak-proof and will not prevent spills
USB Charger (instead of extension cord)
Most cruise cabins only have one or two power outlets available. With the number of devices we have now-a-days (your phone, Apple Watch, Kindle, fitbit), it can lead to a fight over the available outlets.
Most cruise lines do NOT allow surge protectors because of fire issues that may occur with cruise ship wiring. There a lot of stories of confused gate agents not knowing the difference and confiscating them anyway. Other cruise lines have banned any extension cord or device that adds additional 120V outlets.
A safer option is to bring a USB hub. This one specifically will let you charge up to 3 devices at once. What makes this different than some of the cheaper ones out there, is it has two USB-C ports on it. That means this device can high speed charge several devices (the average iPhone caps out at 20W charging). These port can be used to fast charge many devices like iPhones, Android Phones, Nintendo Switches, Tablets, Chromebooks, and even Laptops.
The charge is also 65W which means it can simultaneously charge several devices at their max wattage (an average iPhone maxes out at 20W). It’s really useful when you need a quick top-up to your battery while back in the cabin.
- The Only Charger You Need: Say goodbye to your old chargers. Anker 735 Charger (Nano II 65W) has the power you need to fast charge your phone, tablet, and USB-C notebook from a single charger.
- High-Speed Charging: Connect a single device to get a 65W max charge—that’s enough to power up a 2020 MacBook Pro 13″ at full speed. And when you connect three devices, power will be distributed efficiently between ports to ensure you get the best charge.
- Compact Design: Power up to 3 devices with a charger that’s roughly the size of an AirPods Pro case.
Ship Card Holder
On a cruise, your room key is everything; your ID to get off the ship, your room card, and how you make purchases on the ship. You’re constantly taking it out and using it, which makes it easy to loose it. While you can get it replaced, it’s such a hassle.
Here are 3 great options for keeping track of your card. All work for all kinds of cards, whether it’s the older magnetic strip cards that need to be hole punched, or the newer RFID cards (they can go in the clear plastic protector).
Lanyard
Probably the most popular option is a lanyard you can keep around your neck.
Retractable Card Holder
Some people prefer lanyard you can put around your neck, but I prefer a retractable tether. I can easily attach the clip to my shorts and keep my card in my pocket. When I use it as a room key, I just pull it out and swipe it and stick it right back in. When I use it to buy a drink, I just unclip it from my belt and hand it over.
Magsafe Card Holder
I just tried this method on my cruise last week and it’s my new favorite. With a MagSafe wallet, you can just clip it to the back on your phone. When you’re back in the cabin, just take it off and stick it on the door to remind you to grab it on your way out. I tried a few cases and this ended up being my favorite. It was thin (holding only one card) and surprisingly strong. MagSafe wallets are compataible with iPhones 12 and newer.
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- Compatibility: Our magnetic wallet card holder is compatible with iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini. The mag safe wallet features built-in magnet, the magnet is also good as long as you have a MagSafe compatible case
- Premium Quality and Design: Made with premium synthetic leather and exquisite craftsmanship. Holds up to 3 cards with a cut out on the bottom to push your cards up and out the wallet. The built-in card clip hold cards firmly in place even if it’s just one card. The leather wallet has a shield so it’s safe for your credit cards. Say Goodbye with Your Bulky Wallet
- Slim and Sleek Design Access Your Cards Easily: The design is very similar to the Apple magsafe wallet but with a hole at the bottom that makes it easy to remove the cards when you need one (Apple’s only has one hole in the back, requiring you to take the wallet off to get cards out), and our magnetic wallet also holds stronger than apple wallet
Luggage Tag Holders
Most cruise lines ask you to print your luggage tags before arriving at the port and attach them to your suitcases you’ll be checking. While you can have the porters on site tag your bag, printing and attaching your own tags saves you time when dropping off your bags. If you’re flying in though, it can be hard to attach them once at the destination unless you bring a stapler. These luggage tag holders will do the trick, and since they’re plastic sleeves, you don’t have to worry about water making the ink run if it’s raining. The size can depend on cruise line so we have different options below.
- Cruise Essentials: Top seal ensures waterproof & clear luggage tag in any weather condition; Made of heavy-duty plastic and stainless steel hardware, never worry about losing or falling off
- Fit Your Future Cruise: SEAVILIA’s latest cruise luggage tag holders are the ideal accessory for your upcoming voyages with major cruise lines like Norwegian, Princess, Carnival, Royal Caribbean & Celebrity, among others
- Versatile Options: Available in two practical sizes (3.63 x 7.72 /2.52 x 7.56 inches) to suit your needs, with multiple units in stock for family travel convenience
Packing Cubes
I wouldn’t say packing cubes are “essential” but they make unpacking in the cabin so much easier. I’ll put my socks in one, tshirts in another, underwear in another. Then when I’m in my room, I just grab the bag from my suitcase and throw it in a drawer. They also add some compression so you can squeeze more into your luggage.
- HOW TO MAKE THE COMPRESSION HAPPEN? – There Is a Extra Zipper Outside Of Our Compression Packing Cubes Which Can Be Zipped Up To Flatten The Cubes And Save The Space As Far As Possible. It Just Works Like a Vacuum Sealer. You Just Need To :1) Fold Your Clothes And Flatten Them 2)Pack Clothes In The Cubes And Zip The Normal Zipper. 3)Put A Finger On The Back Of The Zipper In The Space When Compressing The Packing Cubes In Case The Zipper Get Stuck In Fabric.
- PREMIUM UPGRADED 320D FABRIC:Smooth&Soft 320D Fabric Protects Your Clothes from Wrinkles and Stains.High Performance Feature Makes Sure this Packing Cubes can Bear High Density Wear and Tear during Traveling.Water-Repellent Feature Nicely Protect Your Clothes from Spill or Leaks.Easily Store Your Clothes and Protect Your Clothes from Stains and Wrinkles.
Portable Luggage Scale
Cruise lines don’t have hard limits on the weight on your luggage, but airlines sure do. Your suitcase might have been under the limit when you left, but what about after you added all our souvenirs? This portable scale lets you weigh your bags so you’re not hit with those insane overage fees.
- [Travel without stress] This hanging baggage scale easily prevents overweight baggage charges; a must-have for traveling. *The isolation tag must be removed from the battery case before use!
- [110-lbs Max Capacity] The travel weight scale has 110lb/50kg weight capacity, allowing you to use it for even those oversized bags. Graduation of portable electronic scale: 0.1lb/50g. Suitcase electronic scale weights 3.5 ounces, small and convenient. No extra space is required to start your adventure.
- [Multifunction digital scale] Backlight LCD display is easy to read the digital luggage scale in dim light and bright light. Rubberized handle is comfortable to grip. The data lock function gives you more time to read the results.
Kids Toys
If you’re traveling with small kids, finding stuff to keep them entertained while in the cabin in a chore. Space is limited, but in the cabin and when packing. These toys are great though. We brought them on our last cruise and kids love them.
If you’re visiting a private island or beach, these collapsible beach toys are great. They easily fit in a suitcase and have a tote bag to carry to the beach.
Some guests enjoy hiding ducks around the cruise ship for kids, and adults, to find. Here you can get 30 different ducks along with tags. (Note: ducks are prohibited on Disney Cruise Line).
- 30 PACK MINI RUBBER DUCKS:Our random assortment rubber ducks bulk for toddlers 30 pack adorable party in summer favor set features up to 30 different designs. They serve as entertaining decorations to brighten up any kiddie party
- 2 INCHES CUTE DUCKIES:These rubber ducks for the children are about 2 inches each. Suitable for children of all ages, can be used as school gifts, classroom prizes, birthday party supplies, carnival awards, treasure box toys, goodie bags stuffers, easter stuffers, pinata fillers, end of year student gifts, back-to-school gifts etc
Portable Fan
Some people need to have a fan while they sleep, either because of the noise, or they sleep hot. This 10″ fan is large, but still under the limits (Carnival limits fans to 12″ in diameter or less). It’s battery powered, so great for old cabins that don’t have outlets near the bed.
- 20000mAh Rechargeable Battery Operated Box Fan: This small box fan offers up to 55hrs duration thanks to its built-in 20000mAh rechargeable battery. It takes 8hrs to be full charged with 5V/3A input via the type-C cord included. Moreover, the extra 5V/2A USB output for powering your drained mobile phones. The cordless and battery powered features make it’s convenient use compare with the electrically powered ones
- Powerful & Quiet Window Fan: Features 4 speeds settings and 5 aerodynamic blades, the small window fan can deliver the powerful airflow up to 12.47ft/s, 4 speeds settings includes low/medium/high/max for adjustable cooling needs. With ultra quiet white noise (≤25db) for sleeping, great to use as an quiet box fan for home bedroom
Sun Protection Shirt
Did you know that a white t-shirt only provides the equivalent of an SPF protection of 7 and when it’s wet, only 3! That’s nothing. If you’re going to be spending at day at the beach or outside, and you have fair skin, a sun protection shirt can be a life saver. When clothing provides sun protection, it is UPF rated (rather then SPF which is for skin products). The technology has come a long way, and UPF shirts no longer feel like wet suits of vinyl. Some are just as soft as a regular t-shirt. They’re great for kids who forget to re-apply sunscreen or protecting your back’s hard to reach spots.
Also, some destinations like the National Parks in Mexico, no longer allow any chemical sunscreen to protect the reefs. Because of this regulation, a UPF rated sun shirt is your only option.
- 【SUN PROTECTION – ENJOY THE SUN SAFELY 】- UPF 50+ fabrication protects the skin during outdoor activity by blocking harmful UVA and UVB, delivers a relaxed fit for all-day comfort. If you enjoy outdoor activities, this is the best one for you!
- 【MOISTURE WICKING TECHNOLOGY】 – KEEPS YOU DRY & COMFORTABLE -lightweight, breathable, moisture-wicking fabric keeps you dry and cool feeling, suitable for sports & outdoor activities, like hiking, golf, fishing, traveling, boating, climbing, running, workout, etc.
- 【CREW NECK】- Crew-neck offer excellent sun protection and flatlock seams offer no-chafe comfort
- 【RAGLAN SLEEVES】- Raglan sleeves provide wide range of motion and reduce shoulder seam chafing
- 【UV Protection】 The fabric rating UPF 50+ protects your skin from the harmful UVA/UVB rays
- 【High Side Slits, hip length】 High Side Slits make your legs look slender. High low rounded hem intended to cover your hip
- 【Soft & Breathable】Relaxed fit style, ultra soft, lightweight, breathable running shirts which provide superior next-to-skin feel and extreme comfort
- Quick Dry & Lightweight: Crafted with lightweight and breathable fabric can quickly wicks moisture away from you skin, allowing for quick drying, keeps you cool and comfortable all day long
- UPF 50+ Sun Protection: Made of UPF 50+ fabric with excellent sun protection that blocks out 98% of harmful UV rays and shielded your kids skin from burning sun, enjoy the beach time worry-free
- Stylish Design: Classic crew neck design for quick and easy. Features with elastics thumb holes, which provides great flexibility for the sleeve to move while still holding the sleeves in place
Kids’ Cruise Coloring and Activity Books
Recently, we created two books for the younger cruisers in your life. Both were created to help new cruisers who might be anxious to sail, or to keep kids busy while onboard. We have versions for both Royal Caribbean and Carnival featuring Studio B, Sorrento’s, and Pizza Pirate featured.
Cruise Ship Coloring Book for Kids 3-5 – Royal Caribbean Edition
Let’s Get Cruising Activity Book for Kids 6-8 – Royal Caribbean Edition
Cruise Ship Coloring Book for Kids 3-5 – Carnival Edition
Let’s Get Cruising Activity Book for Kids 6-8 – Carnival Edition
Magnetic Hooks
Even on the best and newest cruise ships, storage is at a premium. Because cruise cabins are all made from metal, you can use magnetic hooks to increase your storage space. I bring two types of hooks with me, heavy-duty and standard.
Heavy Duty Magnetic Hooks
These hooks say they’ll hold up to 110 pounds. I can’t vouch for that, but they are pretty strong. I’ve used them to hold up binoculars, wet swim suits, baseball caps, and soda cups.
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Standard Magnetic Hooks
These standard hooks are much smaller than the heavy duty hook above; one hook is about the size of a quarter. They say they’ll hold up to 25 pounds, but I’ve never tested anything that heavy. I use these to hold onto things like sunglasses, room keys, face masks, and even wedding rings.
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Waterproof Phone Case
On a vacation, your phone needs to be protected, whether its on the beach, in a pool or on the ocean. While many phones have water resistance ratings, they are not supposed to be exposed to salt water, sand, or chlorine. These inexpensive cases will provide your with the extra protection you need.
I purchased this set in 2018 and have used them all over the world; on water slides, lazy rivers, and waterfalls. They’ve always worked perfectly. I highly recommend them.
- BEACH ESSENTIALS-SUPERIOR WATERPROOF PROTECTION: Certified IPX8 waterproof with Hiearcool’s triple layer lock-down technology provides complete protection against water, snow, dust, and sand. Ensure your cell phone stays dry
- CASE FRIENDLY: With a size of 8.3 inches, the waterproof phone pouch can fit most cell phones with or without a case, providing double insurance to your phone
Nightlight for Bathroom
This light is a must-have if you’ll be sailing with kids or are known to have to make a trip to the bathroom in the middle of the night. The bathrooms on cruise ships are notoriously small and pitch dark. For most ships, if you’re using the bathroom at night, the only option is to turn on the bathroom light, blinding yourself (and potentially others through the crack in the door).
This night light is perfect for a cruise ship. It’s magnetic, so it just clings to the bathroom wall. You can always leave it on or use the motion sensor so it only activates when you step into the bathroom. It also offers varying levels of brightness (the lowest level is fine for me).
This unit is rechargeable using a micro-USB port and needs no batteries. One charge is more than enough to last an entire cruise if you use it on the motion sensor setting.
What I also love about this light is that it’s not just a purchase for a cruise. Each light comes with a metal plate with a sticker that you can use to mount it at home. I put one light in my front closet to light up whenever I open it. Then when I go on a cruise, I just grab it and put it in my bag.
- Rechargeable Design and Sensitive Motion Sensor: No worries about buying and changing non-recyclable AAA batteries frequently. The motion sensor will be activeated to provide you a detection angle of 120 degrees and a range of 10-13ft
- Dimmable LED Night Light: LYRIDZ LED night lights come with lumens up to 20, which is quite suitable for dark places. Touch and hold the control panel to DIY the brightness smoothly from 1LM (min) to 20LM (max) as you want. Or tap the control panel to choose the brightness you need
- Saving Energy Everyday: In AUTO mode, when it detects movement in the dark, automatically light up and lightens your way 20 seconds after the last movement has been detected. It automatically turn off, which reduce unnecessary power consumption when you do not need them. In ON mode, always light up
Kindle E-reader
Personally, one of my favorite things to do on a sea day is sit down on the deck and read a good book. It’s hard for me to get through a book in the normal hustle and bustle of every day life, but on a cruise I have no problem. I hate having to carry books though, they’re heavy and take up packing space. Instead, opt for an E-reader.
The Kindle holds thousands of books so you can easily bring a variety of books to choose from. Trying to read a normal tablet or phone screen while in direct Caribbean sun is difficult, but the Kindle uses an e-Ink screen that looks just like paper. You’ll have no problem reading in the sun.
- The lightest and most compact Kindle – Now with a brighter front light at max setting, higher contrast ratio, and faster page turns for an enhanced reading experience.
- Effortless reading in any light – Read comfortably with a 6“ glare-free display, adjustable front light—now 25% brighter at max setting—and dark mode.
- Escape into your books – Tune out messages, emails, and social media with a distraction-free reading experience.
- Read for a while – Get up to 6 weeks of battery life on a single charge.
- Take your library with you – 16 GB storage holds thousands of books.
This version is waterproof, so you don’t have to worry about splashes from a pool, hot tub, or a little sea mist.
- Our fastest Kindle ever – The next-generation 7“ Paperwhite display has a higher contrast ratio and 20% faster page turns.
- Ready for travel – The ultra-thin design has a larger glare-free screen so pages stay sharp no matter where you are.
- Escape into your books – Your Kindle doesn’t have social media, notifications, or other distracting apps.
- Battery life for your longest novel – A single charge via USB-C lasts up to 12 weeks.
- Read in any light – Adjust the display from white to amber to read in bright sunlight or in the dark.
Snorkel Set
If you’re going to be visiting a cruise line’s private island, save some money and bring your own snorkel. For close to the price they’d charge you, you can have a snorkel you can use over and over again. Even better, you don’t have to worry about someone else’s germs on it.
I purchased this snorkel in 2018 and have used it at Half Moon Cay and while traveling in Bali. I highly recommend it. Some people prefer the full face shield snorkels, but I just don’t like the look of them.
- SIZE :Adults (suitable for almost any one at the AGE above 12 years old.)
- ONE SIZE FITS Adults and Teens: This snorkeling set for Adults and Teens comes with fully adjustable head straps and a high-grade silicon face skirt which molds to fit virtually any face shape. The ribbed design provides extra support and ensures a water-tight seal. With adjustable head strap.
- ANTI-FOG COATED TEMPERED GLASS: Enjoy maximum under-water visibility. Advanced lens shape design and tempered glass with anti-fog treatment means you’ll have a crystal clear underwater experience, especially for beginners. One piece glass design enables better and wider vision under water.
Water Shoes
When cruising, you may visit some of the most pristine white sand beaches in the world. But you also may end up on a rocky or rough beach where you’d want water shoes You may also be on an excursion where you’re swimming in rivers or waterfalls where you need protection for your feet. Even just walking around a water park, having these shoes protect your feet from the hot pavement.
A lightweight pair of water shoes in invaluable. You can buy really thin water shoes, also called water socks sometimes, but I recommend more sturdy ones so they’ll be good for all kinds of excursions.
- 1.Fabric
- 2.Breathable and durable air mesh upper allow the foot to breathe.
- 3.Open mesh on the upper and hole on the sole provides for superior breathability and quick drying.
- 1. Fabric
- 2. Breathable and durable air mesh upper allow the foot to breathe.
- 3. Open mesh on the upper and hole on the sole provides for superior breathability and quick drying.
Seasickness Medicine
Personally, in all my cruises, I’ve never gotten seasick, but I have been on cruises with people that were. For those who don’t mind medication Bonine is an inexpensive solution. It works similarly to Dramamine, but because it’s taken only once per day, users report feeling less drowsy.
- TAKE BACK THE DAY: Why let nausea or motion sickness ruin your day? With 32 total tablets of 25 mg of Meclizine Hydrochloride, this powerful non-drowsy antiemetic will keep nausea away for 24 hours so you can enjoy your day
- NON-DROWSY RELIEF: No time to get drowsy from treating your motion sickness? Bonine’s non-drowsy chewable tablets are effective, safe & last 24 hours so you can go about your day without feeling tired or sluggish
- CONVENIENT CHEWABLES: Bonine chewable motion sickness tablets are a perfect addition to your travel kit – no water needed! Treat your symptoms quickly and easily with this Raspberry flavored chewable tablet
- FOR ALL LIFE’S ADVENTURES: If car rides, air travel, or boat rides make you nauseous or queasy, Bonine can help. Take our nausea relief tablets with you on cruises, road trips, fishing trips, rollercoasters – for all life’s adventures
- 24 HOUR RELIEF: Quick, long-lasting relief for adults and children 12 yrs old & up. For the best results & protection from motion sickness, take a tablet one hour before travel or anticipated motion sickness symptoms for continual 24 hours of relief
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