Koz Posted October 13, 2017 Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 Good morning. I've been hitting a ton of blogs and sites looking for any tips/info on Anthem and one item stuck out yesterday. "Bring your hair dryer, bring your toiletries" like shampoo, soap and conditioner. I was under the impression that SOME type of hair dryer would be provided, and that soap, conditioner and shampoo would be constantly refilled by the cabin attendant, maybe even already set in some fixture in the shower. Is the hair dryer under-powered? Can you please confirm if basic toiletries are in fact provided? I recall that they have been on past cruises but this is our first time on RC. Thank you, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah Posted October 13, 2017 Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 I've not sailed on Anthem but have been on other RCI ships. A hair dryer is provided, usually located in a drawer in the stateroom. The only toiletries I know that are provided (unless you're in a suite or high up member of Crown & Anchor Society) are soap (2 tablets - one on sink, one in shower) and a pump bottle in the shower which I think is shower gel. I personally take my own as I like to use brands I'm familiar with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellcee Posted October 13, 2017 Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 What Sarah said plus the hairdryer is fine for a quick use....someone with longer, thicker hair needs to bring their own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted October 13, 2017 Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 Yes, a hair dryer is provided, along with shampoo/conditioner and bar soap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovetocruise2002 Posted October 13, 2017 Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 @Koz...not sure how important your hair is to you but if you are anything like me (I normally use a $300 hair dryer...i know...eye roll) then the hair dryers provided are quite weak. If you are like my husband who needs the dryer for two minutes then it should be sufficient. It's usually a small, fold up travel dryer. As far as toiletries go, all the standard rooms I have been in only provide what @Sarah has mentioned above. I don't believe there is conditioner provided in the standard cabins. In the suites, the line is L'Occitane I think which is pretty decent. There you will get bar soap, shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, and body lotion. I personally take my own too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koz Posted October 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 15 minutes ago, Sabrinaklai said: @Koz...not sure how important your hair is to you but if you are anything like me (I normally use a $300 hair dryer...i know...eye roll) then the hair dryers provided are quite weak. If you are like my husband who needs the dryer for two minutes then it should be sufficient. It's usually a small, fold up travel dryer. As far as toiletries go, all the standard rooms I have been in only provide what @Sarah has mentioned above. I don't believe there is conditioner provided in the standard cabins. In the suites, the line is L'Occitane I think which is pretty decent. There you will get bar soap, shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, and body lotion. I personally take my own too. Thanks all. It's actually more of a concern for the wife more than it is for me. I don't even use the hair dryer, but she does spend a good amount of time and if it's underpowered it's not going to work. Sorry for the 20 questions but as the days march on these thoughts do indeed pop into your head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocLC Posted October 13, 2017 Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 Your wife will likely want to bring her own conditioner. The all-in-one shampoo is fine for washing one's hair, but it leaves a lot to be desired for actually conditioning one's hair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLMoran Posted October 13, 2017 Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 What is this "hair dryer" of which you speak? BrianAlt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianAlt Posted October 13, 2017 Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 2 hours ago, Matt said: Yes, a hair dryer is provided, along with shampoo/conditioner and bar soap. 1 hour ago, JLMoran said: What is this "hair dryer" of which you speak? Yes, some of us are follically challenged. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twangster Posted October 13, 2017 Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 The girls I cruise bring their own hair dryer and shampoo (and a small truck load of other related products). I would not even attempt to influence that decision any more, I learned that lesson once the hard way. Lovetocruise2002 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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