12 Must-Have Items for Cruisers

Do you have a cruise fanatic on your Holiday shopping list? What better way to surprise the avid travelers in your life than with a gift they can enjoy on their upcoming cruises? The following are our top 12 must-have items to gift cruisers. 

1. Motion Sensor Night Light

Never stub your toe or trip over something in the middle of the night again. Easy sits on any table, nightstand, or desk and conveniently turns on when motion is sensed. Portable, lightweight, and easy to carry to/from the bathroom in the middle of the night. 

2. Cruise Power Strip with USB Outlet

Be able to charge multiple devices at once and maximize the power outlet in your cabin with this cruise line-approved power strip.

3. Magnetic Hooks

Some ships have limited storage areas. Stay organized by using magnetic hooks to hang purses and hats. They are also great for drying bathing suits after a day at the pool or beach.

4. Phone Camera Lens Set

Great for any shutterbug or photo enthusiast. These lenses easily attach to your phone for professional-quality photos to capture vacation memories. 

5. UV Sanitizing Light 

Portable and lightweight UV sanitizing light can give travelers peace of mind that their hotel room, cruise cabin, and airplane seat are clean. We love this one as it’s rechargeable and easily slips into a pocket, purse, or carry-on luggage.

6. Floating Waterproof Phone Case

A fun-filled pool or beach day doesn’t mean you have to leave your phone behind. These cases are not only waterproof but they also float making it easy to find in the water. Choose from several colors so everyone knows which phone is theirs.

7. Poo-Pourri Toilet Spray

Heralded as a relationship saver, the tropical scent before you go toilet spray works magic in small cabins. Your travel companions will thank you when you have one of these in the bathroom. Stop bathroom odors before they begin and be the hero of the cruise. 

8. Bedside Fan

Eliminate thermostat wars or just keep the air circulating with a small portable multi-speed fan. Great on the nightstand, desk, or anywhere in the cabin you need to cool off. 

9. Packing Cubes

Making packing a breeze and keeping things organized with packing cubes. Pick a different color for each traveler so that cubes can be mixed between cases in case luggage is lost in transit (thanks, airlines). If the unthinkable luggage delay happens, at least everyone has some of their stuff! We love this set as it also has a shoe bag and several sizes for larger and smaller items. 

10. Collapsible Travel Tote

We’ve all been there. Packing to come home and realize you purchased too many souvenirs or getting ready for a pool or beach day only to find out you’ve forgotten a tote bag. A collapsable travel tote fits nicely at the bottom of any suitcase or carry-on bag. You don’t realize you need a tote until you need it.

11. Portable Phone/USB Charger

Long travel or shore excursion days can drain even the heartiest of phone batteries. A portable charger lets you charge on the go and ensure your phone is ready to capture vacation photos, check email, or surf the web.

12. Hand Sanitizer

In the post-COVID cruising environment, staying safe is more important than ever. Hand sanitizer can give you peace of mind when you can’t find a bathroom to wash your hands, especially when traveling and on the go. Even more convenient, this clips onto a purse, belt buckle, or lanyard, so it’s always within reach.

Finding the perfect gift is never easy, but the cruise fanatic in your life will surely be delighted with any of the thoughtful gift ideas above. Whether they are stocking stuffers or stand-alone gifts, any of these options will keep your favorite cruiser thinking of you for years to come. 

Honorable Mentions:

Carnival Crusie Line Accessories

Norwegian Cruise Line Accessories

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Accessories

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