When packing for a cruise, it's tough to decide what to bring. You don't want to bring too much, however there's always a fear that you're leaving something behind. Lucky for you, SeaDream Cruises takes the worry out of packing for your long-awaited, much-needed respite from the real world.

Many of the typical world vacation items that you'd be required to tote around are already on board and at your disposal free of charge. Don't worry about basic electronics, SeaDream has US voltage outlets in every stateroom and adapter kits at the Reception Desk. Your room has a CD player and a DVD player as well as an extensive collection to choose from. Don't worry about your alarm clock, SeaDream offers daily wake up calls at any time of the day or night.

Looking for something to do? Don't worry about packing a bunch of extraneous items. SeaDream has a fully stocked library including magazines and books for your use. Playing cards and a large selection of games are available in addition to a Wii, a golf simulator and a casino.

Your stateroom includes Bvlgari bath products – from shampoo, conditioner, lotion and soap. Don't waste space on a hair dryer, travel iron or steamer. Blow dryers are provided in every room and because SeaDream's dress code is 'resort casual" there's no need to iron or bring extra dress attire. Take advantage of the complimentary in-room pajamas and bathrobes during your trip. Motion sickness medicine and full stocked first aid kits are available at the Reception Desk 24 hours a day. Forget your reading glasses at dinner? No need to stress when you're sailing with SeaDream. A member of the wait staff will bring a selection of glasses in all different prescriptions to your table.

It's inevitable that you will forget something while on vacation. SeaDream has thought of almost everything to accommodate your daily routine. If you find yourself without something, all you have to do is ask and the staff will take care of you – the true definition of a luxury vacation.

Traveling the world becomes a different experience when you choose to travel aboard a SeaDream yacht. "With a maximum of 112 guests and a crew of 95, the SeaDream I and SeaDream II provide exceptional service." SeaDream offers yacht cruises to the Caribbean and more. "Aboard SeaDream you can enjoy an unstructured holiday at sea doing what you please, making it easy to imagine your ship really is a "The coral island of Barbados has symbolized luxury, glamour and revelry for centuries. Refreshing trade winds, golden Caribbean sun, turquoise water and the azure sky create a dreamland of tranquility." The island's natural beauty is rivaled only by the kindness of the locals. The island's rich history has many stories to tell.

The island holds the legends of two famous pirates, Sam Lord and Stede Bonnet. It seems as though pirates, rum and the Caribbean go hand-in-hand. Rum has been produced in Barbados for over 350 years. The rum created on the island is considered the finest, and strongest, in the world today. Upon your visit to the island, a guided tour of Mount Gay Distilleries is available. Mount Gay Rum has been in production since 1703.

During your trip you can catch a game a Cricket, the national sport of Barbados and the West Indies. Don't forget about the duty free shopping on Broad Street in the capital city of Bridgetown. If you’d prefer to soak in the island sun visit the miles of uninterrupted white sand beaches on the calm south and west coasts of the island.

You can visit Barbados three different times throughout the year aboard a SeaDream Yacht. A journey in January or February might be the perfect escape you've been looking for.