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Topic: Question for the girls

CCR
First Class Passenger
Member # 2852

posted 04-29-2002 07:53 PM

Need to know if you can bring disposable razors? Also, how is the lighting in the cabins? Don't know if I should take a small lighted make-up mirror or not. I don't want my make-up to look garrish. Lastly, what type of blow dryer is good? Thanks for any info.

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Jamaica Jeff
First Class Passenger
Member # 2487

posted 04-29-2002 08:29 PM

Hey, guys can answer these questions! Disposable razors, yes. Most ships have blow dryers in the cabin already.As far as lighting, what ship are you sailing? I am sure someone who has cruised the ship can tell you more. Have fun!!!

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Commodore
First Class Passenger
Member # 1575

posted 04-29-2002 08:35 PM

Hello and Welcome Aboard,
Although,obviouslyI can't answer your question from a girl's point of view, I do know that disposable razors are allowed, if they are put in your normal luggage on the plane,the luggage that will be in the cargo hold.At least,that's what I heard.You should call your airline.Disposable razors are often supplied by your room stewart.The lighting is adequite,but girls may be more finicky.

The best blow dryer is a small,low voltage one that folds, it may be sold under the name of travel blow dryer.

Commodore

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sympatico
First Class Passenger
Member # 797

posted 04-29-2002 09:32 PM

How come 2 guys are the first to answer!

Don't know which ship you are going on, but on HAL ships I find the lighting over the dressing table is terrible. I put my makeup on in the bathroom.

I have short hair so I find the hair dryers quite adequate, although I have seen a lot of posts from other gals who don't use them as they are not strong enough - they bring their own.

Disposable razors are fine, just don't put them in your carry on luggage - put them in your checked luggage.

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gizmo
First Class Passenger
Member # 972

posted 04-30-2002 06:38 AM

Agree with Sympatico. The lighting at the dressing table is terrible on Hal. I bring a lighted makeup mirror. The bathroom light is much better, but I need the magnified mirror.
If you use one at home, bring it, just in case you will need it.

I hate the hair dryer. I bring my own.

[ 04-30-2002: Message edited by: gizmo ]

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Steve Read (sread)
First Class Passenger
Member # 788

posted 04-30-2002 07:54 AM

A nice line to use if, like me, you're follically challenged ... "I spent half an hour getting my hair ready, then forgot to bring it with me."

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Jkm7
First Class Passenger
Member # 1352

posted 04-30-2002 09:45 AM

We have flown four times since 9-11 and I have had disposable razors in my carryon. No problem.

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Malcolm @ cruisepage
Cruise Director
Member # 301

posted 04-30-2002 10:32 AM

quote:
Originally posted by CCR:
Need to know if you can bring disposable razors?

Now I wonder why a woman would need a razor?

sread, having seen your photo on your web site, I know what you mean!

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CCR
First Class Passenger
Member # 2852

posted 04-30-2002 09:20 PM

HA-HA. Very funny Malcolm.

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Green
First Class Passenger
Member # 171

posted 04-30-2002 09:22 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Malcolm @ cruisepage:
Now I wonder why a woman would need a razor?

Better that you don't ask!

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Oceania
Just Boarded
Member # 2956

posted 05-03-2002 02:03 AM

Ur nortie Malcolm

hehehehe

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FloridaLvr
First Class Passenger
Member # 2764

posted 05-06-2002 11:50 PM

Hi!
Just went on a 25th Anniversary cruise on Carnival Triumph for 7 GLORIOUS days April 13-20!
They provide you with lots of goodies in the bathroom! There were 2 packages with 2 razors in each. I brought our own & am going to use the provided ones on future travels.
You can bring disposable razors with no problems in your carry-ons. I read today that you can now take nail files, too! AND clippers!!!
As for the light in the bathrooms-it was very well lit in our cabins' bath. Better than home.
There is a HUGE mirror & vanity & very roomy medicine cabinet with 3 shelves & mirrored door.
If you are going on Carnival-no problem-o mon!
Happy Cruising!

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