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How to Pack for Your Next Vacation
The most common question we receive from travelers is what to pack for their upcoming cruise or tour. While we have a checklist on the resources pages of our website, we are often asked for specific recommendations. With that in mind, we present to you our Travel Coordinators’ top-picked items to bring. We’ve also added links to some of our favorite Amazon travel essentials for your convenience so you can focus on eagerly anticipating your trip. Alaska Because of the state’s vast size, Alaska’s summer weather can differ significantly and change frequently—temperatures can reach up to 80 degrees (depending on the elevation) during the day and be chilly at night. Alaska is also known to have frequent rain all year round (yes, even in the summer!) because of the state’s unique rainforest ecosystem. Here are our best packing tips and two items you’ll definitely want to bring: Why an Alaska Cruise Is So Unique—and How to Plan for It Packing Tips for Alaska Ultralight Breathable Poncho Binoculars Canada/New England Nothing is more iconic and beautiful than the autumn weather in the Northeast. Bundle up in layers because mornings and evenings will be crisp, while middays will be sunny! What should you bring to a Canada/New England cruise? We’ve got you covered: Packing Tips for Canada/New England Men’s Inspiration Softshell Jacket Women’s Inspiration Softshell Jacket Ultra-light Reusable Waterproof Poncho Caribbean Don’t forget to pack sunscreen on a cruise to the Caribbean so you can soak up the sun all week long. Need more help with sun-friendly apparel? We’ve included our top Amazon picks to stay cool and protected: Packing Tips for the Caribbean Men’s UV Protection Dri-Fit Button-Down Tees Women’s UV Protection Dri-Fit Button-Down Tees Cruise Hair Don’t Care Baseball Hat Brush On Block Mineral Powder Sunscreen SPF 30 Inspiration Travel Tote Bag Europe Your exceptional European tour awaits! Now, you can explore worry-free, knowing you’ve packed everything you need. The weather varies widely depending on where you travel and what season you visit, but to ensure you have the essentials, check out the top tips and products we love so you can pack as efficiently as possible: Packing Tips for Europe Pro-Packing Made Easy Luggage Scale Portable Organizer for Electronics Inspiration Passport Holder Israel Traveling to Israel for the first time? We’re here to help. Summers get fairly warm and dry, with an average temperature of 79 degrees. Winters are wet and cold with an average temperature of 55 degrees. Below are helpful packing tips and products to make your journey through the Holy Land exceptional: FAQ: How to Pack & Prepare for Israel Packing Tips for Israel Comfortable Walking Sandals for Men Comfortable Walking Sandals for Women Israel Power Adapter Modesty Wrap Scarf Mediterranean The warm coastal air can bring refreshing relief to the dry summer weather of the Mediterranean. To best prepare for your cruise to this delightful region, check out these helpful resources: Packing Tips for the Mediterranean How to Dress Like a World Traveler Chargeable Handheld Fan Magnetic Hooks for Cruise Walls Inspiration Passport Holder Washington, D.C./USA A tour through our nation’s capital gives believers the opportunity to see how Christianity has greatly shaped our country. There is so much to see and experience, including iconic monuments with scripture lining the walls and world-class museums that highlight our spiritual past. Here’s what to bring and what to leave at home: Packing Tips for Washington D.C. 11 Things You Should Never Pack for Travel Helpful Packing Tips from the Experts at Inspiration Packing Cubes for Suitcases Inspiration Pro-Style Hat Whether traveling to the other side of the globe or exploring a little closer to home, thank you for trusting us to help ensure you have everything you need for the most memorable trip ever.
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Video Spotlight
Video Spotlight
The Best of Christian Travel: “Behind the Scenes with Host Laurance Fishburne”
Whether you are deciding what to pack, want to learn more about where you are headed or desire a deeper understanding of meaningful Christian travel, these helpful video blogs will guide and inspire you.
Video Spotlight
How Cruise Ships Navigate Challenging Terrain
Experts in their vessels, cruise line captains yield to local harbor pilots to navigate tricky areas like harbors or fjords. Watch this dramatic video of the port pilot boarding Holland America’s Oosterdam.
Video Spotlight
Travel Changes Us by Dr. Tony Evans
Filmed in Israel, this video brings the Bible to life as Dr. Tony Evans and his daughters lead a captivating walking tour that presents the sites of Jesus’ ministry with vivid insights and teachings.
Video Spotlight
Podcast: The Impact of a Christian Cruise
Discover how a Christian cruise can impact your faith. In this Christian Travelers’ podcast episode, hear Stephanie Smith share Inspiration Travel’s beginnings and what you can expect in an exceptional travel experience.
Video Spotlight
Route 60 Movie: The Bibical Highway
This new film follows former U.S. Ambassador David Friedman and former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo as they explore this iconic 146-mile stretch of two-lane highway in the Holy Land.

The Best of Christian Travel: “Behind the Scenes with Host Laurance Fishburne”

How Cruise Ships Navigate Challenging Terrain

Travel Changes Us by Dr. Tony Evans

Podcast: The Impact of a Christian Cruise
