Has anyone ever requested an iron/ironing board to iron your own clothes? I remember several years ago that they would press clothes for you. However, I like to do my own! Also, are there plenty of hangers in the closet? Just trying to take care of all of the details for the family! Thanks!

Our rooms have always had an iron and board in the closet, but, if there isn't one, they have some in the laundry room. We had three closets with alot of hangers.

I forgot to mention that we are taking the Carnival Paradise. Thanks!

We cruised last summer on Carnival Destiny. Closet space and hangers were adequate. There was an iron and ironing board in the laundry room, however, there was a line to use it late in the day before formal nights.

There is a product called "Wrinkle Free" in a small spray can that works great. You spray it on the garmet after you unpack it and put it on a hanger. I buy it at the Auto Club travel store.

Pack a travel iron, they don't take up much space. As for hangers-on the 13 cruises I have been on the number of hangers is minimal. Be sure to take some along. Never saw an ironing board in any cabin and many ships do not have a laundry room.

Kim, <BR> <BR>I second 'Wrinkle Free'. It's a fabulous product and really takes out wrinkles.

I know it's taboo and the cruise lines usually discourage it, but I always pack my own iron. I just prefer that convenience, especially when your hurried. As others said, "if" there is a laundry on board, there could be a line and long walk depending on which deck it's located. Of course, the cruise line would be happy to iron it "for a fee". I have never tried the Wrinkle Free, but it sounds great and I can't wait to try that myself!!

P.S. - While on our cruise two weeks ago to Alaska (RCCL), I heard a gentlemen request an iron from his cabin steward and he was politely denied, stating the dangers of such in the stateroom. Not to offend anyone, but personally I don't see much difference between allowing an iron or allowing smoking in the cabin.

Was at the grocery store today and couldn't find this Wrinkle Free (it sounds great) should I try another grocery store or is it only sold at department or specialty stores? I need it quick!

This product called wrinkle free sounds great. can you please tell me the maker and if I can buy it on the internet as i have never heard of it in UK. With regard to ironing in the cabin, I have tried it but it is difficult to do it and what do you use to cover the surface of the dressing table?

"Wrinkle Free" is available at many travel shops. You could try 'Brookstone'online @ <BR>www.brookstone.com <BR>Cost for 3oz. spray is $6.00 <BR> <BR>Hope this helps.

Another thing that can really help with wrinkles is to pack clothes on hangers covered with the plastic bags from dry cleaners. I find a clothes steamer works much better than a travel iron. Easier to work with something hanging on a hanger than trying to find a smooth place to iron on.

<BR>I am a travel agent and have sailed on 58 ships. I first call the cruise line to see if there is a self service laundry with irons and board. If not, I bring a small steamer. Heck of a lot easier than an iron. <BR> <BR>the only mass-market ships that do have a self-service laundry and extra hangers if you ask, are those of Carnival. <BR> <BR>Paul

Just returned from a Paradise cruise. <BR> <BR>There are ironing boards in the laundry rooms, but they do get crowded. <BR> <BR>I also pack dresses and such in dry cleaner bags (or garbage bags), then just fold in half -- works very well. <BR> <BR>I've also heard many people swear by the rolling technique, but have never tried it myself. <BR> <BR>Bring along a multi-outlet adapter plug, especially if you do bring an iron. <BR> <BR>Bon voyage!

After trying to get Wrinkle free without success, I just want to let anyone in UK know that there is now a product available in Selfridges called Wrinkle Rescue. It is £5.50. I will try it out for my hols.in September and see whether it is effective.

I have had problems with no irons/sticky irons etc and encountered the wait line. Tried travel irons, but they were not that powerful (maybe they are better now). I also tired of dragging a heavy iron in my luggage for cruises. (Once it got smashed). I pack garments in plastic bags to avoid heavy wrinkles. To help get some light wrinkles out, what I do is hang the garment on a PVC plastic hanger in the bathroom when I take a shower. The bathrooms are compact, usually, and the shower steam does a nice job of removing the wrinkles. Just do not let the garment touch any wall or it will be drenched. I have used this technique for years and it works great.

wrinkelfree is available thru magellans. they have an 800 number