mike2608 Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 Is it a good idea to use lanyards and keycard holders during the cruise? And also using luggage tag holders on the luggage for the cruise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skittermagoo Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 I used a lanyard on my first cruise last January, and I found it to be very convenient -- some of my dresses/skirts have no pockets, and having my card "always with me" was great. I wear my work ID on a lanyard, though, so I'm used to it -- YMMV. Luggage tag holders, same sort of thing . . . they aren't *necessary*, but it sure was nice knowing the tags weren't going to come off or smear if it rained (I have an inkjet printer at home). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChessE4 Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 There seem to be two types of cruisers, lanyard people like me, and "pocket people". So it is really a matter of preference. Now what I do some of the time is wear the lanyard and stuff the card in my shirt pocket...There is also a phone-sized lanyard that is great for going to the pool or beach, and you can stuff valuables in it instead of your phone. For some, lanyard hunting is kind of a sport when cruising. I will tell you this: Some holders are soft plastic and tear easily, so I recycle old conference name tag holders that are hard plastic. Whatever you choose, have a great cruise! Many cruisers swear by the luggage tag holders. We haven't yet ordered them, but it is a bit tedious wrapping paper tags with clear tape! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeWhoWaits Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 Lanyards or other card holders are a matter of personal preference. I'm not a fan - prefer to keep SeaPass in a pocket. My wife puts it inside the wristlet that she carries. As for luggage tag holders, I definitely recommend them. You're much less likely to have a tag come off the bag and there's no risk of having your handles get sticky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyB Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 I use lanyards because most of my cruise clothes don't have pockets. I use pretty ones that look like necklaces. ...and luggage tag holders we use so our tags don't rip off.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitsmom Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 9 minutes ago, JennyB said: I use lanyards...and luggage tag holders. Same here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ampurp85 Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 I became a lanyard person. I kept dropping my card out of my backpack and pockets. Plus, I don't always have either, so a lanyard became easier. I also prefer the plastic luggage tags, I found you can buy both in a set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrimsonCruiser Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 I am always team lanyard - just makes it easy to find and keep track of even if you stick it in a pocket or belt loop. That said, the newer ships/cards have chips in them making it impossible to get it hole punched. So if you get a lanyard it's a good idea to get one with a plastic sleeve that you can slide the card in. As for luggage tags - YES. Do it! Not only do the stop the tags from getting beat up while in transit, they also make it easier to attach to non-traditional bags/luggage. we got these: https://www.amazon.com/Cruise-Luggage-Holder-Seal-Steel/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbdavis3591 Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 26 minutes ago, CrimsonCruiser said: I am always team lanyard - just makes it easy to find and keep track of even if you stick it in a pocket or belt loop. That said, the newer ships/cards have chips in them making it impossible to get it hole punched. So if you get a lanyard it's a good idea to get one with a plastic sleeve that you can slide the card in. As for luggage tags - YES. Do it! Not only do the stop the tags from getting beat up while in transit, they also make it easier to attach to non-traditional bags/luggage. we got these: https://www.amazon.com/Cruise-Luggage-Holder-Seal-Steel/ I also attach luggage tags to our hand carries in case they either get separated or we decide at the last minute to check them. CrimsonCruiser, HeWhoWaits, PPPJJ-GCVAB and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leesam82 Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 I always have used luggage tags as it just makes me feel better that the paper won't fall off. Also I don't have a lanyard but I do have a waterproof cell phone case which i use to hold my seapass card. This is great especially when we go to the pool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrznTxn Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 I wear a work ID on a retractable clip but on the ship I only bring out the card for getting in the room or ordering drinks. I wear gym shorts with pockets so not a problem for me. The wife on the other hand is team laynard and has her favorite that is packed first thing in her backpack. The luggage tags we purchased several years ago, two sizes for each of the various cruise lines. After first use we will not leave home without them. The steel cable keeps it from ripping off and we remove and pack them in the return luggage as soon as we get in the room. Have passed them around for our kids and grandkids cruises and have never had an issue. If you cruise more than once a year they are nice and in our book a necessity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireFishII Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 What is the size of the keycards? I am wondering if I can use my work lanyard with a dual plastic holder. It holds my ID on one side and a credit card on the other side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrznTxn Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 Yes, perfect size. The sea pass is credit card size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTLH Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 29 minutes ago, FireFishII said: What is the size of the keycards? I am wondering if I can use my work lanyard with a dual plastic holder. It holds my ID on one side and a credit card on the other side. Size of a credit card FireFishII 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeWhoWaits Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 1 hour ago, rbdavis3591 said: I also attach luggage tags to our hand carries in case they either get separated or we decide at the last minute to check them. We do the same. Never had an issue, but the first time we DON'T tag them... FireFishII 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdventureKenandCar Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 2 hours ago, CrimsonCruiser said: That said, the newer ships/cards have chips in them making it impossible to get it hole punched. Bummer! I liked punching a hole and using a lanyard. It was still easy to swipe it without taking it out of a holder or sleeve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshleyDillo Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 11 minutes ago, AdventureKenandCar said: Bummer! I liked punching a hole and using a lanyard. It was still easy to swipe it without taking it out of a holder or sleeve. The new cards that can't be punched you don't have to slide. You tap them to use them so once the card is in the pouch it never has to come out. Get a lanyard with the clip off buckle for the pouch and you can just hand that piece over..easy peasy. PPPJJ-GCVAB and AdventureKenandCar 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redshoe Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 I just bought some luggage tags for my next cruise, but if you don’t want to spend the money I found that using some clear packing/shipping tape to kind of “laminate” the paper tags before attaching made them a little bit sturdier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob_KY Posted May 31, 2022 Report Share Posted May 31, 2022 I am a believer for both. I also carry some tip money, if needed. Kirsten, ChessE4 and CruizIan 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spang1974 Posted June 1, 2022 Report Share Posted June 1, 2022 Luggage tag question. Do you put the luggage tag on the top (rolling case extending handle) or the side of your case? We are lanyard and tag holder people. Possibly door decorating people next cruise:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrznTxn Posted June 1, 2022 Report Share Posted June 1, 2022 We always place the luggage tag on the top and not the side of the case. We place it on the carry handle, not the extending handle. That way it is easily visible when the luggage is in the hallway and you are trying to find it. Really does not matter, just easier to see. We also purchased the ones with the metal cable instead of the stretching plastic band. The holders have metal eyes and the cable never breaks. Spang1974, whitsmom and ChessE4 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lugnut Posted June 1, 2022 Report Share Posted June 1, 2022 Obviously a lot of folks like lanyards, but I always just stick the keycard in my pocket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paid4c4 Posted June 1, 2022 Report Share Posted June 1, 2022 We use the luggage tag holder with metal attachments. At 72 I'm not old enough for a lanyard yet. But the lanyards are nice for people who like them. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruizIan Posted June 1, 2022 Report Share Posted June 1, 2022 First couple of cruises I was not a lanyard person but with just a bathing suit on most of the time I found myself at guest services like twice a week getting a new room key. Have used a lanyard for the past 3-4 cruises and haven't misplaced any keys. Also agree with the having a few dollars in the lanyard for tipping. Wife doesnt wear a lanyard though she just has me lug both keys around. Kirsten 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Done Posted June 1, 2022 Report Share Posted June 1, 2022 23 hours ago, mike2608 said: Is it a good idea to use lanyards and keycard holders during the cruise? And also using luggage tag holders on the luggage for the cruise? We did buy the luggage tag holders. They work well. The downside, luggage tags are not a standard size between the different cruise lines so if you "cruise around" you need to buy multiple sets As for lanyards, I found a line of cargo shorts that have a zippered pocket among the other pockets instead. I keep my Sea Pass and other valuable cards and some cash in the pocket. I feel they are very secure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirsten Posted June 1, 2022 Report Share Posted June 1, 2022 4 hours ago, Paid4c4 said: We use the luggage tag holder with metal attachments. At 72 I'm not old enough for a lanyard yet. But the lanyards are nice for people who like them. Bill I'm 46 and my kids are 8 and 10 and we like the convenience of the lanyards. Not sure how age plays into it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted June 1, 2022 Report Share Posted June 1, 2022 My wife and son use lanyards. But after so many years of wearing lanyards all day long at work, that's the last thing I want around my neck during a cruise. WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harbuddies Posted June 1, 2022 Report Share Posted June 1, 2022 Luggage tag holders are a must! Yes team lanyard no second guessing where it is or fumbling around when you need it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobroo Posted June 2, 2022 Report Share Posted June 2, 2022 I'm a pocket guy because IMO passengers exaggerate how important/valuable a sea pass is. And....<pats self on back>... it has been at least 10 cruises since I have kept a sea pass in the same pocket as a cell phone and decoded it. Luggage Tag holders? Absolutely! Nearly as important as a wristwatch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D Alt Posted June 2, 2022 Report Share Posted June 2, 2022 luggage holder yes. lanyard no. I don't like things hanging around my neck. but i do use a badge holder that I took from work that i can attach to shorts or shit. or i just keep it in my purse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psycho and Barb Posted June 2, 2022 Report Share Posted June 2, 2022 We are luggage tag people!!! We had a paper tag get lost/torn off one of our bags getting off the ship onetime. We learned that luggage without tags go to a different part of the port...One we couldn't access due to customs. The Royal reps wouldn't/couldn't help us till all the luggage was claimed. Thankfully we had a great porter who could get into the restricted area and after several attempts he located our bag...We tipped him very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paid4c4 Posted June 2, 2022 Report Share Posted June 2, 2022 On 6/1/2022 at 4:57 PM, Kirsten said: I'm 46 and my kids are 8 and 10 and we like the convenience of the lanyards. Not sure how age plays into it. The age comment is poking a little fun at bus trips for older folks our age where everyone has a lanyard with name tag in case you forget. WAAAYTOOO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunnyDays Posted June 3, 2022 Report Share Posted June 3, 2022 Will they print luggage tags for you at cruise check-on if you don’t have enough or lost one etc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunnyDays Posted June 3, 2022 Report Share Posted June 3, 2022 Will they print luggage tags for you at cruise check-on if you don’t have enough or lost one etc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristiZ Posted June 3, 2022 Report Share Posted June 3, 2022 1 hour ago, SunnyDays said: Will they print luggage tags for you at cruise check-on if you don’t have enough or lost one etc? Yes the porters will print or hand write tags, no problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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