Leighq Posted March 10, 2022 Report Share Posted March 10, 2022 I haven’t seen this at all so here it goes. Let’s say as a woman I need time of month products and or advil. Is there a place to get that or do I have to go to the medical bay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiser4Life Posted March 10, 2022 Report Share Posted March 10, 2022 9 minutes ago, Leighq said: I haven’t seen this at all so here it goes. Let’s say as a woman I need time of month products and or advil. Is there a place to get that or do I have to go to the medical bay? Yes, there is an equivalent on the ship akin to a general store that has simple OTC medications and first aid items available for purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristiZ Posted March 10, 2022 Report Share Posted March 10, 2022 The ships I have been on have all had a small selection of items in the shops. Like if you forgot your toothbrush, or needed antacid, or whatever. I can't swear they all have such a thing, but it is likely. However, the shops are not always open! Best to pack carefully And of course most ports will have drugstores or convenience stores or whatnot close to the pier. Kirsten and Pattycruise 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexster Posted March 10, 2022 Report Share Posted March 10, 2022 12 minutes ago, Leighq said: I haven’t seen this at all so here it goes. Let’s say as a woman I need time of month products and or advil. Is there a place to get that or do I have to go to the medical bay? I know on a lot of the ships, they have vending machines that sell all sorts of medical items. They'd likely at least have advil or equivalent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmptyNestTravels Posted March 10, 2022 Report Share Posted March 10, 2022 12 minutes ago, Lexster said: I know on a lot of the ships, they have vending machines that sell all sorts of medical items. They'd likely at least have advil or equivalent. Didn't know that. Is there a list of what ships these vending machines are available on? I found a post from @Matt in 2018 that Symphony has a bank of vending machines dispensing health essentials; electronics, and souvenirs, toiletries & sunscreens, etc. https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2018/10/31/spotted-self-service-merchandise-machines-symphony-of-the-seas Am now wondering which ships or classes of ships have those. Does anyone know? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leighq Posted March 10, 2022 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2022 13 minutes ago, EmptyNestTravels said: Didn't know that. Is there a list of what ships these vending machines are available on? I found a post from @Matt in 2018 that Symphony has a bank of vending machines dispensing health essentials; electronics, and souvenirs, toiletries & sunscreens, etc. https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2018/10/31/spotted-self-service-merchandise-machines-symphony-of-the-seas Am now wondering which ships or classes of ships have those. Does anyone know? I know this was the weirdest question but I had to put it out there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexster Posted March 10, 2022 Report Share Posted March 10, 2022 14 minutes ago, EmptyNestTravels said: Didn't know that. Is there a list of what ships these vending machines are available on? I found a post from @Matt in 2018 that Symphony has a bank of vending machines dispensing health essentials; electronics, and souvenirs, toiletries & sunscreens, etc. https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/2018/10/31/spotted-self-service-merchandise-machines-symphony-of-the-seas Am now wondering which ships or classes of ships have those. Does anyone know? I'm pretty sure the Oasis-class ships have it. I know the Oasis of the Seas does since I've seen them on ship tour videos. EmptyNestTravels and Pattycruise 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fa-li Posted March 10, 2022 Report Share Posted March 10, 2022 7 minutes ago, Leighq said: I know this was the weirdest question but I had to put it out there! As long as we're going there, may I suggest looking into Diva Cup or similar? You'd never have to ask the question (or buy products) again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmptyNestTravels Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 11 minutes ago, Lexster said: I'm pretty sure the Oasis-class ships have it. I know the Oasis of the Seas does since I've seen them on ship tour videos. Didn't see any on the 15th deck (pool deck) of Harmony (Oasis class) recently, and I don't see them listed in the deck plans. There was a little shop on deck 15 aft near the arcade (near the ice cream machine) but it had a sign posted that it was closed until further notice. Maybe I just missed the machines because I wasn't looking for them. Will definitely look in the future. I will say I was disappointed with stock & selection of toiletries, pharmacy items, etc. available in the deck 5 retail shops on Harmony. From memory, Independence (Freedom class) had a much better stock of sundries, health essentials, souvenirs, toiletries & sunscreens, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pooch Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 So the lesson here is bring anything you might remotely need. I bring a small pharmacy! It’s been some time since I’ve had the problem but I think most women have an idea when they might have need of certain products and if they should pack some. Psycho and Barb, KristiZ, Jill and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanderlust876 Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 11 minutes ago, Pooch said: So the lesson here is bring anything you might remotely need. I bring a small pharmacy! It’s been some time since I’ve had the problem but I think most women have an idea when they might have need of certain products and if they should pack some. This is me. Pretty much anything in by bathroom or medicine cabinet I "think" I may need, gets packed. Everything from Imodium to tums to Excedrin to allergy meds to bandaids. There's nothing like the comfort of knowing you have something with you in an urgent situation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmptyNestTravels Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 Like @Pooch, I take a "small pharmacy" with me, too. Got a surprise onboard recently when I noticed the instructions for one of my excursions said to bring insect repellent. Guess what was one of the things the ship's retail stores didn't stock and sell?. Lesson learned. Pooch 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxrunner Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 Another factor, they don't give away much on board for free. If you need to buy it on ship or port it is likely going to be at a premium. Bring your necessaries, plenty of room in your cabin, this one area cruises differ from land vacations. Lexster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey V. Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 Some things can be ridiculously priced. I suggest at a minimum: Meclizine or equivalent. Pepto Bismal Headache medicine Bandaid and any ointment Sunburn relief spray Sunscreen and chapstick Landlocked CPA, foxrunner and DonR 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 I bring the “sick bag.” It has a little bit of everything that can take care of whatever. foxrunner and Neesa 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PG Cruiser Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 Post-COVID, Royal has stopped selling fever and pain medication. The reason I was given was that they did not like people with COVID symptoms self-medicating. On the Wonder, they still did not have any Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen in the vending machines Neesa, WAAAYTOOO, Pattycruise and 1 other 1 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leighq Posted March 11, 2022 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 I am taking what I think I will need but just in case Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cello56 Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 1 hour ago, Leighq said: I am taking what I think I will need but just in case Take extra. The prices for sundries in the ship store is off the charts expensive! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GatorCruiser Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 7 hours ago, PG Cruiser said: Post-COVID, Royal has stopped selling fever and pain medication. The reason I was given was that they did not like people with COVID symptoms self-medicating. On the Wonder, they still did not have any Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen in the vending machines this is completely accurate. There were NO NSAIDS or acetaminophen in the vending machines on our december Odyssey cruise for the reasons mentioned above. You will need to bring your own of these meds. EmptyNestTravels and WAAAYTOOO 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitsmom Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 12 hours ago, Pooch said: So the lesson here is bring anything you might remotely need. I bring a small pharmacy! It’s been some time since I’ve had the problem but I think most women have an idea when they might have need of certain products and if they should pack some. I do the same thing! I bring a mesh over the door (similar for holding shoes) with lots of pockets that I put that stuff in. I bring all sorts of OTC medicines, band-aids, sunscreen, and even insect repellent wipes. Even IF you could get it on the ship, it will cost more than what you would pay at home. I rarely need a lot of the stuff I bring; however, I would rather have it and not need it than they other way around. Neesa and Pooch 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kadmgs Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 13 hours ago, Leighq said: I know this was the weirdest question but I had to put it out there! Not a weird question at all. Some of us know exactly when we will need said products and for some, its a "surprise." I always pack a small pharmacy as well. Like others have said, no pain relievers post-COVID available for purchase. Depending on your ports, there's usually some type of general store in the port where you can purchase said items. I was on Oasis in December and the vending machines stopped working about 3 days into the cruise, so I wouldn't depend on them. The 2 non-Oasis (Rhapsody & Liberty) ships I've been on had products for sale in the logo store or liquor store. However, the options were extremely limited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexster Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 8 hours ago, PG Cruiser said: Post-COVID, Royal has stopped selling fever and pain medication. The reason I was given was that they did not like people with COVID symptoms self-medicating. On the Wonder, they still did not have any Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen in the vending machines Good point, I didn't even think about them not wanting sick people to try to medicate themselves without reporting it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho and Barb Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 14 hours ago, Pooch said: So the lesson here is bring anything you might remotely need. I bring a small pharmacy! It’s been some time since I’ve had the problem but I think most women have an idea when they might have need of certain products and if they should pack some. We also bring a small pharmacy with us...Even though the items might be available onboard...The prices are too much for us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 I always bring anything I might need. There is a possibility that even if they have the items, they will be marked up 3x plus what I would have paid. Or worse have an item but not the brand or kind I actually utilize. If you pack right, you can bring a whole pharmacy. WAAAYTOOO and whitsmom 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PG Cruiser Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 16 hours ago, PG Cruiser said: Post-COVID, Royal has stopped selling fever and pain medication. The reason I was given was that they did not like people with COVID symptoms self-medicating. On the Wonder, they still did not have any Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen in the vending machines I couldn't see from this picture I took what items 130-139; 13A-13D are. I can only read "Relief" on them. Maybe the B2Bers can find out for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leighq Posted March 11, 2022 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 Time to make a trip to CVS and buy everything I may think I need! 14 more days to go to Wonder time! Lexster and WAAAYTOOO 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sushitex Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 21 hours ago, EmptyNestTravels said: Like @Pooch, I take a "small pharmacy" with me, too. Got a surprise onboard recently when I noticed the instructions for one of my excursions said to bring insect repellent. Guess what was one of the things the ship's retail stores didn't stock and sell?. Lesson learned. Ha! I never thought about insect repellent, and it was recommended for Gumbalimba Park (in Roatan) by a fellow cruiser. We did not check the ship's store, but did look at the little stores at the pier area in Roatan. Only the small pharmacy stocked Off, at $12 for a small can! I ended up trying a bit from an "all-natural" insect repellent pump at a nearby kiosk. It must have worked, because no bugs "bugged" me at Gumbalimba. Hubby also tried a bit of the stuff on his arms, but had to quickly wash it off once the attendant pointed out that it contained aloe (he's sensitive to aloe.) Next cruise, I will try to pack our pump bottle of Deep Woods Off. EmptyNestTravels 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fa-li Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 23 minutes ago, Sushitex said: Next cruise, I will try to pack our pump bottle of Deep Woods Off. You can get little towelette packets of deep woods Off. They’re great to pack bc they take up no space, can’t leak, and even years later still work. I keep some in my “cruise box” Sushitex and EmptyNestTravels 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sushitex Posted March 11, 2022 Report Share Posted March 11, 2022 21 hours ago, Audrey V. said: Some things can be ridiculously priced. I suggest at a minimum: Meclizine or equivalent. Pepto Bismal Headache medicine Bandaid and any ointment Sunburn relief spray Sunscreen and chapstick Also, laxative pills dental floss multi-vitamins (I like gummies!) Benadryl (good for seasickness if in the evening) GasX and prepackaged, nutritious snacks for diabetic hubby (cashews, peanuts, cracker sandwiches) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeronicaS1970 Posted March 12, 2022 Report Share Posted March 12, 2022 So we have a "kit". It's actually a small toolbox from Home Depot that you would use to hold screws/nuts/bolts/drill bits etc. It holds bandaids, Neosporin, small scissors, tweezers, nail clippers, alcohol prep pads, cortisone cream etc. Then we have a divided medicine box for all the OTC meds like Advil, Tylenol, Imodium, benadryl, tums, etc. Then there's the baggies with toothpaste and toothbrushes, flossers, sunscreen, burn relief spray plus the soaps, razors, shave creams, baby powder etc, etc, etc. So basically I bring all of CVS with me. But rather have it than not. I did have to buy some feminine products in San Juan last month, yeah the Walgreens was mobbed! I didn't think the price was bad, it was more the inconvenience of having to wait in line. fireclan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAAAYTOOO Posted March 12, 2022 Report Share Posted March 12, 2022 Safety pins and a small sewing kit fa-li and fireclan 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fa-li Posted March 12, 2022 Report Share Posted March 12, 2022 14 hours ago, WAAAYTOOO said: Safety pins and a small sewing kit One reason I was sympathetic to @dancernl traveling with a teenager. When mine was sixteen I once did a full alteration on her dress using only the emergency sewing kit I’d packed. It “didn’t hang right,” leading to a predinner meltdown (She has since grown up, learned to sew, and packs her own kit) WAAAYTOOO, KristiZ and Mrs. Regular 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs. Regular Posted March 14, 2022 Report Share Posted March 14, 2022 On 3/12/2022 at 1:30 PM, fa-li said: One reason I was sympathetic to @dancernl traveling with a teenager. When mine was sixteen I once did a full alteration on her dress using only the emergency sewing kit I’d packed. It “didn’t hang right,” leading to a predinner meltdown (She has since grown up, learned to sew, and packs her own kit) Solidarity! If no one has added, I'd also recommend a travel nail kit. On our trip 2 weeks ago both the 16 year old and my husband needed nail clippers. All I had was a small nail file. There was no way in Hades I was going to pay for a manicure onboard at the salon. WAAAYTOOO and fa-li 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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