Cruise fans are losing it over genius magnetic hack that solves cabin's biggest problem
Cruise cabins are notoriously tiny, but seasoned cruisers have cottoned on to a feature that makes a massive difference to how much space you actually have - and it's hiding in plain sight.
As you're sure to already know, cruise ship cabins are built from steel, which means the walls are magnetic.
That one detail has quietly become one of the most useful pieces of cruise knowledge out there, because it means you can stick magnetic hooks pretty much anywhere in your room without the need for a wardrobe or extra space.
Don’t get me wrong, cruise rooms are absolutely big enough for what you need, but cruise lines are more focused on giving passengers huge theatres, massive pool decks, restaurants and entertainment venues than giant bedrooms.
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But anyone who's actually stayed in a cruise cabin will know just how cosy the rooms can be - and that's where the magnetic hooks come in.
The second I discovered them, I understood why experienced cruisers swear by them.
You can instantly create extra storage space without taking up any room at all.
Just stick the hooks onto the walls or doors and suddenly you’ve got somewhere to hang jackets, hats, pool bags, backpacks or the evening’s dinner clothes.
It stops the cabin from feeling cluttered almost immediately with enough space to hang up your swimwear, accessories and outfits.
Another must-have? Hanging wash bags.
BUY HERE: Magnetic hooks for cruises, £12.99, Amazon
Cruise ship bathrooms are basically designed to fit exactly what’s needed. You’ll have a shower, toilet and sink, and to be honest, not much else. Counter space is super minimal, which becomes very obvious once you’ve got toiletries piling up everywhere.
That’s why hanging wash bags are honestly one of the best things you can pack for a cruise.
You can hook them onto magnetic hooks or hang them behind the bathroom door, and suddenly everything feels far more organised.
Most hanging wash bags have multiple compartments too, so you can separate shower gels and shampoos, as well as skincare and sunscreen, without covering every surface in bottles and products.
BUY HERE: BAGSMART hanging toiletry bag, £17.99, Amazon
I’ve even used one as a hanging make-up bag before by attaching it to a magnetic hook on the cabin wall near the dressing table area, which saved loads of space.
Once you start using these little cruise hacks, you suddenly realise why experienced cruisers always seem so organised.
Organisation matters outside the cabin, too.
Until you've been on a cruise, you won't know how important your room card becomes onboard. You basically need it for everything.
It gets you into your cabin, lets you on and off the ship at ports and acts as your payment method onboard, too.
You can use it for drinks and specialty dining, as well as shopping. People are always shocked when I tell them you can buy designer handbags, sunglasses and jewellery while being out at sea. Cruise ships really do sell everything.
That’s why I’d always recommend bringing a lanyard for your room card, too.
A lot of the time, you’re walking around in swimsuit without pockets or quickly heading up to grab food without taking a bag with you. Having your card around your neck means you never lose it and never have to panic-search through your beach bag every five minutes.
BUY HERE: 6-pack cruise lanyards, reduced from £9.99, Amazon
It also instantly makes you look like someone who knows what they’re doing onboard.
And after five cruises, I can confidently say the people with magnetic hooks, hanging wash bags and lanyards are always the passengers who have cruise life figured out.
It’s the tiny little hacks that make such a huge difference and make you look like a cruise expert instead of a beginner.
Topics: Travel
Rosie Floyd