You've plunked down your money and booked the cruise, reserved a spot at the kennel for the dog and put a hold on the mail and the newspaper. All that's left is the packing.
Experts say overpacking is the biggest mistake vacationers make.
Some, herself included, are minimalists. It makes life a lot simpler. It's important to them to be dressed correctly. Gone are the days when themed and formal nights were an integral part of every cruise and passengers were expected to dress accordingly. The cruise lines are finding that more and more people do not want to dress up.