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What to Pack for Port Everglades

The complete cruise packing checklist. Every essential item with explanations — so you don't forget anything for your cruise from Port Everglades.

18 packing items · researched from public reviews and official sources

Packing for a cruise from Port Everglades

Cruise terminals are not shops. Whatever you forget has to be bought before you reach the curb, so pack the checklist below and use these Port Everglades notes to plan the last stop on the way in.

Terminal 2 (Princess Cruises)

There's a small shop inside the terminal for basics. The Northport area has limited options — if you need a drugstore, stop at the CVS or Walgreens on 17th Street before reaching the port.

Terminal 4 (Disney Cruise Line)

Disney's terminal has limited retail options. The Northport area doesn't have many stores — grab any last-minute items at CVS or Walgreens on SE 17th Street before entering the port.

Terminal 18 (Royal Caribbean)

Terminal 18 has limited retail. The Midport area near Palm Garage has some conveniences. For drugstore items or forgotten essentials, stop at the CVS or Walgreens on SE 17th Street before reaching the port.

Terminal 19

Terminal 19 has limited retail options inside. The Midport area near Palm Garage has some conveniences. For last-minute needs, stop at CVS or Walgreens on SE 17th Street before entering the port.

Terminal 21 (Holland America Line)

Terminal 21 has limited retail. The Midport area near Palm Garage has some conveniences. For drugstore items or forgotten essentials, stop at CVS or Walgreens on SE 17th Street before entering the port.

Terminal 25 (Celebrity Cruises)

Terminal 25 is one of the newer terminals with more amenities than older facilities. For drugstore items or forgotten essentials, stop at CVS or Walgreens on SE 17th Street before entering the port.

Terminal 26

Terminal 26 has limited retail options. The Midport area near Palm Garage has some conveniences. For last-minute needs, stop at CVS or Walgreens on SE 17th Street before entering the port.

Terminal 29

Terminal 29 has modern amenities including free Wi-Fi. For drugstore items or forgotten essentials, stop at CVS or Walgreens on SE 17th Street before entering the port.

Forgot something? Stops near Port Everglades

Publix — Port Everglades — Groceries, snacks, water, sunscreen — closest grocery to the port

1940 Cordova Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Walgreens — 17th Street — Pharmacy, Dramamine, phone chargers, toiletries

1680 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Walmart Supercenter — Davie — Everything last-minute — cheapest sunscreen and snacks
USPS — Fort Lauderdale — Post office — drop mail before you sail

400 NW 7th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

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Carry-On Day Bag

Pack these in a bag you keep with you at boarding — your checked luggage won't arrive until 3-4pm

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Swimsuit and flip-flops — Head straight to the pool after boarding
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Phone charger and portable battery — You'll drain your battery exploring and taking photos on Day 1Amazon
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Medications — Both prescription and OTC — don't risk them being in delayed luggage
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Sunscreen (reef-safe) — The pool deck sun is intense — apply before you even get on the shipAmazon
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Government-issued photo ID — Required for boarding — keep it accessible, not buried in a suitcase
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Snacks and water bottles — Kids get hungry in the boarding line. Sealed snacks are allowed through security
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Change of clothes for each kid — Pool splashes, spilled drinks, cruise ship excitement — be ready

Cruise Essentials

Things that make the whole trip better

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Magnetic hooks (for cabin walls) — Cabin walls are metal — these give you hanging space for hats, lanyards, wet swimsuitsAmazon
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USB multi-port charger (no power strip) — Cabins have 1-2 outlets, but most cruise lines now ban power strips and surge protectors outright — a USB-only charger is not confiscated at security
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Packing cubes — Cabin drawers are small — cubes keep things organized in tight spacesAmazon
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Insulated tumbler — Fill it at the buffet drink station — stays cold by the pool all afternoonAmazon
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Lanyard for cruise card — Your cruise card is your room key, ID, and payment method — keep it around your neckAmazon
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Night light — Cabins are pitch black. A small night light prevents midnight stubbed toesAmazon

Easy to Forget

The things people buy overpriced at the port gift shop

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Motion sickness remedy — Even experienced cruisers can get queasy on rough sea daysAmazon
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Wrinkle release spray — Irons aren't allowed on cruise ships — this saves your formal night outfitAmazon
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Highlighter or pen — For marking up the daily activity schedule — old school but effective
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Waterproof phone pouch — Pool photos, water slides, port excursions — protect your phoneAmazon
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Small whiteboard for cabin door — Leave messages for teens: 'We're at the pool deck' — most cabins don't have cell serviceAmazon
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