If I did print my own, I'm sure I'd do what some other people have suggested: Cover them with plenty of clear packing tape. hbspt.cta.load( '1822104', '56baaeb2-c4cc-4321-8bc2-1a9eea4ccb4c', {}); CC Help Jenn Started August 27, 2021, By }. I can tell you one good story about why people might go a little crazy when attaching the luggage tags. Equally, make sure the attachment mechanism is secure. You can buy zip ties at WM for about $1.27 for 100 in the hardware/automotive section. I do this at the hotel pre-cruise. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952022 The Independent Traveler, Inc. I use packing tape, punched hole and then I use pull chains like they have for ceiling fans. We care a small school staple with us. We use zipties instead of twist ties. I keep one end open so that I can just slide in the new luggage tags. I also put one on the inside. Really belt plus suspenders, but so far so good. After putting the tape on them, I loop them through the handles of my luggage and then close them by taping down the excess tail of the tape. Punched a hole in each and attached with heavy duty ties. eventCategory: 'AUS - CTA - Mature Adventure Trip - TEXT', OK - I'm sure this is a stupid question. What clothes to take? Secure those tags beforehand and head to the Lido Bar in peace and comfort! The luggage was getting wet as it was sitting on the edge of the dock in the big cages waiting to be loaded. The on board medical centers are staffed and equipped to Staterooms (on ships listed below) are equipped with non-stocked mini bar units, which are designed to maintain the temperature of beverages. Just one less thing. I have laminated/covered them with packing tape ahead of time before, but I don't anymore as they seem to last just just as good from the dock to our cabin. Started June 21, 2021, By How do we attach the paper luggage tags that I printed out as part of the online check-in? Don't put your luggage tags onto your suitcases until you are ready to leave the hotel or after you have claimed your luggage in the airport. Though my un-reinforced, scotch-taped tags have always come through just fine. I get tags from the porters at the pier, add the name and cabin number and don't worry about printing them or how to attach them. I would appreciate anyone who is willing to take the time to answer this silly question. Poke the holes before you come. Started August 27, 2021, By If you do order them, spend the extra 25 cents or so per tag and get the longer attachment loops. Basically, cruise luggage tags are paper slips that you affix to your suitcase or backpack before boarding your cruise. Target has a good selection of tags -- cheap. Excellent question! Another vote for covering with clear tape or laminate and use zip ties instead of staples. *Taxes, fees and port expenses are additional per person. ga('send', 'event', { There are a number of different luggage tags on the market. function ic_cta_track_click_1822104() { Maybe one on the top handle, one on the side handle. If youre caught in bad weather conditions when boarding or encounter some rough sea, cruise luggage tags can get wet. If I did print my own, I'm sure I'd do what some other people have suggested: Cover them with plenty of clear packing tape. eventLabel: 'http://blogpatagonia.australis.com/reusable-cruise-luggage-tags/' function ic_cta_track_click_1822104() { If a guest discovers the Making Your Cruise Reservation Cruise fares are per person which includes children and infants. Even just sticking an extra tag into a pocket or the suitcase itself would probably help if it loses it's tag--but I'd think the amount of luggage that arrives on the ship without a tag is really small, and it would be easy to identify yours, once you realized it was missing. I put mine in my carry on, when I get to the hotel while I am checking in I ask to use their stapler and put it on right there. Then when we headed to the ship (whether from the airport or our hotel) used twist ties to attach them to the bags. I've never printed my own. at night in the hotel i reinforce the tags using wide clear packing tape and fold them over the handle and then tape them on the ends togethernever had one rip off in fact most of the time they have to be cut off they are very strong and durable. I just saw some at Walmart the other day. cruisincup, January 11, 2012 in Ask a Cruise Question. ). I was wondering about that myself. Don't bring the ice pick. When traveling with twofull fare guests, additional guests in the same stateroom pay a discounted Should a guest require medical attention while aboard one of our vessels, the Medical Center staff is available to assist 24 hours a day. We also use two but put one on the outside and another on the inside of the suitcase. :D, You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. All Cruise Essential are guaranteed. When we are ready to leave the hotel to go to the ship I attach the tags by using cable ties. Smoke_1, January 5, 2010 in Carnival Cruise Lines. Used a hole ounch to make holes in each end. This will cause the ink to bleed, or worse, make the paper soggy and weak. I don't want to be searching for my bag until all hours of the first night. Made by your trusted cruise accessories provider, CRUISE ON, these Carnival Cruise Luggage Tag Holders will last for many years of cruising. Have never had any problems, don't know why so many go to such great lengths. We guessed because they had gotten wet and ripped off easily. eventCategory: 'AUS - CTA - Mature Adventure Trip - POST', Maybe one on the top handle, one on the side handle. Ebay and Target. The heavy duty clear plastic luggage tag holders from favors by serendipity dot com are the best thing since peanut butter!! eventCategory: 'AUS - CTA - Mature Adventure Trip - POST', I'm worried about them ripping off if just wrapped around a handle and stapled, but don't want to attach them in a way that cruise personnel can't do whatever they need to do with them (coat in clear tape to make more sturdy). :D. The packaging tape is the best.Just put them on then take the packaging tape and tape along it and it will look like it lamintated.It is very hard to pull off.It is the most reliable way. If a guest determines that their bags have been damaged or lost during the distribution process, they must complete a claim form with one of the embarkation representatives. }); It worked so well they're still attached to my bags and I've been back since June 28th! I do the clear packing tape and zip tie method also~ never had one rip off and if it happens to be raining while the luggage is being loaded I don't have to worry about them smearing~, I also do the zip ties due to the fact that a staple in the hand can be very painful and I don't want the porter or the staff on the ship to hurt themselves and take it out on my luggage~;):D. I make several sets of the luggage tags and use the clear tape and zip ties to attach one to each suitcase, but I also use the clear tape to stick one luggage tag on to the side of each suitcase 'just in case'. Powered by Invision Community, I just fold them like the instructions say and staple together. I just punched a hole in them while I was still at home then waited until we were at the hotel to attach them with a zip tie. window.onload = function(e) { I usually bring a roll of packing tape and tape them around the handles before going to the ship. However, for those after something a little more utilitarian, there are some subtlefeatures to consider. It was sitting outside the theater along with about 40 other tagless bags. It worked so well they're still attached to my bags and I've been back since June 28th! But the twisty idea is a good one too. They look great but I thought they should be in color. These are fitted specifically for Carnival Ships and Tags issued for all 2022 & 2023 itineraries. I tend to go over broad. eventLabel: 'http://blogpatagonia.australis.com/reusable-cruise-luggage-tags/' I have even seen them at the Dollar store.:D. If you are going directly to the ship just carry twist ties and put a hole in the tag and use the twist tie to secure the end. These include traditional, luxe designs like these tags from Aspinal of London, which are available in several different colors and finishes. Please do not use these units to store medications that Carnival permits guest who use BIPAP, CPAP, Concentrator, and Nebulizers onboard. I also went to WalMart looking for regular luggage tags and couldn't find any! I laminate them, then use a standard hole punch. Therefore, a reusable plastic or leather luggage tag is the solution. Do you staple them around the handles? I hope they still sell the pouches because I can't find my old ones. They're not likely to tear off (but I do use clear packing tape on the folded tag before stapling :) ). }, The Ultimate Checklist For Hiking the W Trek Torres del Paine, Sea, stars and sky: The symbolism of the Tierra del Fuego flag, El Chaltn: Discovering the Beauty of Patagonia, The Weather in Patagonia: Best Times to Explore, A Guide to the Different Argentinian Celebrations, Argentinian Borders: A Guide to Discovering Argentina, The Leopard Seal: Fun Facts on this Southern Ocean Predator. eventAction: 'view', Thank you for the responses - this helps tremendously! Get your luggage to your cruise cabin quickly and in style with our cruise luggage tags. It's easy! Has worked great each time I have done it. Youve spent hours pouring over brochures and websites; youve selected your ideal route; now youre preparing for your dream cruise. For the luggage tags I have used the wide packing tape that is clear and covered them totally. }); As it turned out, all of my friend's luggage tags had come off. By This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. Four of the bags arrived to the cabins by about 6pm. By Easily looped onto your backpack straps or suitcase handles, reusable cruise luggage tags make sure that your cabin information is secure. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952022 The Independent Traveler, Inc. I bought sticker printing paper & print them out on that. Works great and they don't rip either. hbspt.cta.load( '1822104', '14b27e31-f122-4018-b094-6a463f8175a6', {}); Once the fun part is out of the way (excluding the holiday itself of course! Packing tape and staple using a mini stapler that I have brought along or using the hotels. I don't bother. Down to days :D. I've read several threads about luggage tags and I'm still a bit confused :rolleyes:. I always carry a bunch of zip ties in the little outside pocket of the luggage for when I might need them (like when TSA cuts mine off and does not put a new one on it and for the return trip home), There's no need to bring your stapler. Started June 21, 2021, By You can also order clear tags on line to slide your paper tags into -- we love ours. I also use a hole punch to punch a hole each end. I carry them in my purse and attach them at the port. Hope this helps, this is our tried and tested method. Copyright 19952022 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Help Ukrainian Families in Need: World Central Kitchen Donation Match, Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions, Ontario, CA (The one WITH the Palm Trees! It's better to be safe than sorry! }); Just staple them at home. They come out just like the old tags Carnival used to give you. I laminate them Punch a hole in them and use a zip strip to keep it on the handle. Happy cruising from your friends at CRUISE ON! window.onload = function(e) { We also 'lock' our suitcases with tie wraps as airport security will cut these if they need to check inside suitcases and reseal them with new tie wraps. Do I need to carry a hand full of zip-ties, and if so, how do you punch holes? Have never had any problems, don't know why so many go to such great lengths. You won't need them on the way home cause the ship will give you these tags to put on your luggage. The 5th bag was missing. When you book your cruise, your touroperator will get in touch with further information about your holiday. They sell clear luggage tags made specifically for cruise ship tags. Works great and keep your tags from getting wet, torn, etc. If so, do you carry your own stapler? haha I get those Ziploc snack bags and fold the luggage tag in half and it fits perfect. Just like previous posters I used packing tape to "laminate" them punched a whole at the bottom and then attached them to the handle of my suitcase with a zip tie. }); Look for the CRUISE ON seal on your luggage tags to assure authenticity! :D. Great info! You can also prepare in advance of your cruise and pack sea Bedbugs are small parasitic insects that are typically brought aboard cruise ships in guests, Health Protocols and Requirements for Sailings, Youth Programs (Under 2 & 2-11 years old), Carnival Cruise Line Prohibited Items, Exemptions and Other Considerations, Tobacco and Marijuana Smoking Policy (U.S.), Motion Sickness / Sea Sickness What to Take, Bottomless Bubbles (Unlimited Soda Program), Make sure all words are spelled correctly, Use different words that mean the same thing. If you don't want to go through the process of laminating the tags, or covering them with packing tape, stapling them, punching holes in them, and attaching them with twist ties or zip ties, then go to favors by serendipity dot com. My wife printed them at work and I'll break out my roll of packing tape and we'll be ready for this weekend. Where can I find some cheap ones??? That worked perfectly. Most of us have been there at some point you land at the airport, get off the plane, go to baggage reclaim, and then get that sinking feeling as every bag rolls off the conveyor belt except for yours. Clear contact paper works well. I print and fold them at home. I'm sure it won't be a big deal with black and white though. Also, I think it's a good idea to use more than one tag. I put them on the night before at the hotel. Works great. Sign up for a new account in our community. :mad: glad I found this we just printed our luggage tags. Cruise luggage tags are extremely useful for cruise staff when it comes to keeping things organized. I didn't put mine on until I was leaving the hotel for the ship. Once you've folded the printed tag into thirds and passed it through the luggage handle, the staples are going through 6 layers of paper. I have yet to print them out but my in-laws printed them in B&W and laminated them. If you're not 100% satisfied, we'll refund your order. I just usually bring along a roll of adhesive tape, and tape them very securely, which works fine. ga('send', 'event', { Then I punch holes in the end. Good idea! It is very important that you attach your luggage tag in a clear, visible place. I was wondering how to go about doing this without them getting ripped off. By the way, call your cruise company, some mail the "real" tags at no extra charge that you can attach before cruising. After I've printed them, followed the fancy folding instructions and "laminated" them with tape, then what? By I guess I should wait until after our flight and once we get to Miami port. 19952022, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Dumb ?- How to attach cruise luggage tags? Similar to the tagsairlines attach, cruise luggage tags help the onboard staff identify your bags and make sure they reach your cabin safely. The one time I used staples, the tag was ripped off and it took a long time for them to track down our bag. CC Help Jenn Obviously, a wet luggage tag is difficult to read which will seriously impede its purpose! How many pairs of shoes do I need? Here, well run you through everything you need to know about these humble but important slips of paper, and why a reusable cruise luggage tag might be the best albeit unassuming holiday hack. Copyright 19952022 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Help Ukrainian Families in Need: World Central Kitchen Donation Match, Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions. However, the major flaw in the system is that these strips of paper tend to be quite flimsy. Please hand-carry these items and do not place You are able to extend your cruise vacation experience by booking two or more cruises consecutively. ), its time to start thinking about the logistics. eventAction: 'click', The tags are less than $3.00 ea., and are re-usable. The ones that the cruise line sends out look like paper but are really strong. We care a small school staple with us. I won't even bring the hole punch. LauraS Not affiliated with Carnival Cruise Line except as big fans! eventLabel: 'http://blogpatagonia.australis.com/reusable-cruise-luggage-tags/' 19952022, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Just like previous posters I used packing tape to "laminate" them punched a whole at the bottom and then attached them to the handle of my suitcase with a zip tie. To secure them on my luggage, I use really thick rubber bands. eventAction: 'view', At the port, luggage handlers have luggage tags. I've never printed my own. Much of today's luggage has the thick padded handles, and the larger loops work better on them. eventCategory: 'AUS - CTA - Mature Adventure Trip - TEXT', Youmust bringyour own equipment on board for personal use. Recommendations? I call mine "redneck luggage" tags. You can book a Back to Back cruise ascruise How to Treat Motion Sickness If you experience motion sickness during your cruise, there are a number of ways you can treat your symptoms. Powered by Invision Community. You do need to think about how to cut them off, so put a little pair of scissors or toenail clippers in the outside pocket of your bag. When HAL started this new type of luggage tags over 2 years ago -- I made plastic sleeves that I have used many times. I put a full set of information into each suitcase prior to flying. Then I punch a small hole in the corner of the bag at one end and thread some ribbon through it and tie it on my luggage. I'm thinking the "color" is for coding properly as to what part of the ship the bags go to.