8 Essential Items to Pack for Your Halloween Cruise

Fall is a fantastic season for a cruise getaway, allowing you to soak up the beautiful sun as you sail to enchanting places like the Caribbean, The Bahamas, or Mexico. One of the highlights of cruising during this time is the opportunity to participate in our lively Halloween cruises!

Whether you're setting sail with family, a partner, or friends, Dinogo is committed to ensuring you have a thrilling Halloween experience! We’ve arranged everything to make your holiday at sea memorable and full of excitement.

We have a host of delightfully spooky surprises planned for guests joining our Frightfully Fun Halloween Cruises. Everything your little monsters crave for Halloween is available – from decorations and candy to parades and pumpkin carving! And for the adults, there will be themed cocktails, parties, dancing, and other Halloween-themed festivities to enjoy.

Essentials for Your Halloween Cruise

We celebrate Halloween throughout the entire month! For all voyages leaving in October, every ship will be adorned with Halloween decorations, and you can join in the fun! This list includes everything you need to fully embrace the spooky celebrations:

1. Spooky or Whimsical Costume

As you prepare for your October cruise to Mexico, Hawaii, or another enticing destination, don't forget to pack your Halloween costume. Whether it’s frightening or fun, feel free to go all out and enter our shipwide costume contest for a chance to win Best Costume. If you’d rather keep it simple, that’s perfectly fine too. Regardless of your Halloween flair, one thing is certain – you won’t want to miss out on the excitement! Costumes are encouraged for everyone, young and old, because Halloween is a celebration for all ages.

2. Halloween-Themed Swimwear

The festive fun doesn’t have to pause when it’s time for a swim. Elevate your Halloween spirit with a spooky or playful Halloween-themed bathing suit. Themed swim attire is not only a fantastic conversation starter but also a delightful way to enjoy the season (while cooling off or sipping cocktails on the deck, of course). All ghouls, dive in!

3. Trick or Treat Bags or Buckets

You never know what delightful treats may be hiding around the corner on our Frightfully Fun Halloween Cruises! When you board a Dinogo cruise ship in October, you can take the kids trick-or-treating just like you always do! Kids will love cruising along the ship’s promenade, collecting candy during a special trick-or-treating event. For a taste of home, bring your own trick-or-treat bags or buckets to gather all the sweets you can manage! Or for a fun twist, how about travel-themed treat bags? Don’t worry, we’ll have some available if you forget yours.

4. Halloween-Themed Door Decorations

Embracing the spooky spirit can be done in many ways. Enhance the ship’s décor and showcase your personal holiday style with some Halloween-themed door decorations. You might opt for a cheerful witch greeting everyone who passes or a ghoul keeping watch to see who's frightened and who's not. The choice is yours! Door tags, toppers, and removable decals are festive, fun, and simple to take off. Plus, they fit easily in your carry-on! Ideal for everyone, from the costume-shy to the extremely enthusiastic.

5. Halloween-Themed Carry-On Bag

Your Halloween spirit will be unmistakable when you arrive with a Halloween-themed carry-on bag. It's simple to find luggage adorned with monsters, princesses, or movie themes. Alternatively, unleash your creativity and customize your own! With a few craft supplies, you can easily add some ghosts or spiders to your bag for an extra touch of creepy fun.

6. Halloween-Themed Lanyard for Your Cruise Card

Not into costumes? No problem! You can still embrace the Halloween spirit with a themed lanyard. Your cruise card is your ticket to all the fun Dinogo has in store, and since you'll be wearing it all the time, why not jazz it up with a lanyard featuring a jack-o-lantern, witch, or monster design? You can even add some flair with pins or festive orange and black tinsel!

7. Spooktacular Dance Moves

If you're a fan of lively parties, make sure you attend Patch’s Pumpin’ Deck Party. The event promises delicious food, refreshing drinks, and tons of fun, with plenty of dancing. Whether you join in the monster mash, show off your Thriller steps, or create your own spooky dance routine, just be sure to join in on the excitement!

8. Knowledge of Halloween and Horror Movies

Our Frightfully Fun Halloween Cruises have something for everyone! In addition to costume parties and contests, trick-or-treating, festive decorations, and signature cocktails, get ready for a thrilling Trivia competition and a Guess That Frightful Song contest! It’s your chance to flaunt your expertise in horror films, music, and Halloween traditions. Brush up on your knowledge, as there are exciting prizes to be won!

Why celebrate Halloween on dry land when you can do it on the open seas? It’s a one-of-a-kind and enjoyable way to spend the spooky season. Join us throughout October for some spine-chilling fun, so don’t wait! Reserve your spot now to experience all the excitement and festivities a Halloween cruise can provide.

Note: Activities on board, excursions on shore, and dining options may differ by ship and destination.