What to pack on a 5-day Bahamas cruise in January?

As little as possible! Remember you're not going to a deserted place where there are no shops! You'll enjoy yourself a whole lot more if you're not carrying around massive suitcases. You need your passport, toothbrush, swimming gear and your man - the rest is not important.

Business casual for dinner, tanks, t's, shorts, one formal outfit (not needed unless you go to formal night), bathing suit, at least one pair long pants (jeans, sweats) and sweater. It can get chilly on deck at night. Don't pack your whole wardrobe. There is usually a Laundromat on board or you can send it out for a fee. No topless sunbathing in the Bahamas, but there is usually an adults only topless/nude deck on board. It's way up high and screened so no one can peak at you. They don't advertise it but it's there, if you're into that sort of thing. Remember - you don't know these people and will never see them again, so why not leave your inhibitions at the pier and live a little!! That's what cruises are for. As of Dec 31st, 2006 you'll need your Passport to get back into the U.S. Not needed for Bahamas. There is a form for that and you'll get it when you get your tickets. Fill it out ahead of time and give it to customs when you get off in Bahamas. Hope you're going to Nassau because Freeport stinks. Enjoy yourself. You'll have a great time not matter what you do. Also keep in mind that drinks start at $5.00 and go up. Be careful, it adds up fast!!

even though you are going in january, it will be warm in the caribbean. take shorts for day and maybe a light jacket for nights out by the pool. other than that, just go with what the others said. happy sailing!!!

Royal Caribbean is the best! They usually have at least one "formal" dinner night so remember to pack for that. The other dinner nights are more casual so summertime "dressy casual" is quite appropriate. For daytime wear, you really don't need much more than a swimsuit or two, shorts, and tees. If your cruise is at sea for most of the trip, you don't need a whole lot. If you will be visiting a few islands and plan to buy souvenirs, pack a small empty bag for them on your return trip. Good luck and enjoy! Oh...sunglasses and a hat are a must if you burn easily!