frawnsay Posted April 21, 2016 #1 Share Posted April 21, 2016 We are taking my MIL on her first cruise in early 2017. She just had her retirement party, and we gave her a passport cover as a gift to surprise her with the cruise [emoji4] It has me thinking...with Mother's Day, her birthday, and Christmas all before we set sail, we could give her gifts for the cruise! What would you recommend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapeCodCruiser Posted April 21, 2016 #2 Share Posted April 21, 2016 A fancy neck lanyard for her sing & sail card Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowPrincess Posted April 21, 2016 #3 Share Posted April 21, 2016 So, not sure if you told her about the cruise but here are a few ideas Insect repellent and sun screen Flip flops A beach cover up A new memory card for her camera Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floridiana Posted April 21, 2016 #4 Share Posted April 21, 2016 Does she have a good small camera? Does she have a light, rolling suitcase? Does she have packing cubes? Does she have a traveling size cosmetics bag? Does she have a guide book for the ports? Does she have a sun hat? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanadaDeb Posted April 21, 2016 #5 Share Posted April 21, 2016 How kind of you! A beautiful frame for memories for her cruise A gift card for a spa treatment on the ship photo album for her cruise photos a beach bag ( maybe fill it with all the suggestions you're getting here? ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XBGuy Posted April 22, 2016 #6 Share Posted April 22, 2016 As a follow-up to the previous poster's photo album idea, I would suggest copies of every picture that the ship's photographers take. It's a bit of an extravagance, but, gosh, it's her first ever cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moochieg Posted April 22, 2016 #7 Share Posted April 22, 2016 A travel journal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karysa Posted April 22, 2016 #8 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Perhaps a special excursion would be a nice gift. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted April 22, 2016 #9 Share Posted April 22, 2016 There really is nothing "cruise specific" you need. Whatever you'd take to the climate that you'll be in is fine. Although, binoculars are always fun and useful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Li'lImp Posted April 22, 2016 #10 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Gift cards to be used as OBC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floridiana Posted April 22, 2016 #11 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Gift cards to be used as OBC. Cold elaborate please? I've never heard of gift cards for OBC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auntjoy036 Posted April 22, 2016 #12 Share Posted April 22, 2016 I booked a Caribbean cruise as a solo last fall mainly to attend a conference on board. My mother and I went on her first cruise a few months earlier. Mom had such a good time that when we got back I added her to my fall reservation. Mom always worries that she's cramping my style. I arranged for flowers in the cabin with a note that said "I'm so glad you're here." The flowers and reminder that she is a truly welcome companion brought tears to her eyes. Vicki Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheeseclan Posted April 22, 2016 #13 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Princess has gift cards that you can purchase for your friends and family to use on board. nice thing to have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseonthebrain Posted April 22, 2016 #14 Share Posted April 22, 2016 I love the new camera and special shore excursion ideas! Maybe a bottle of champagne waiting in her cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jocap Posted April 22, 2016 #15 Share Posted April 22, 2016 A new soap bag. Small size shampoos, soap, creams etc. Soft slipper socks for the cabin. A pashima, or stole for formal nights/evenings on deck. A new nightdress/pyjamas. Travel size hairbrush and comb. Some full-cotton socks for weary feet... :cool: These are the sort of cruise items I ask for at birthdays and Christmas, and usually end up with books, perfume and last time- a carved wooden duck. Still hoping... :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted April 22, 2016 #16 Share Posted April 22, 2016 Book one of the specialty restaurants for all of you. A picture album is a great idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alissa211 Posted April 24, 2016 #17 Share Posted April 24, 2016 How about a gift certificate for a manicure and pedicure before you leave for the cruise? Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NW SOUTHERNBELLE Posted April 24, 2016 #18 Share Posted April 24, 2016 (edited) Cold elaborate please? I've never heard of gift cards for OBC. Some cruise lines have OBC (on board credit) gift cards that can be used towards purchases at gift shops, spa treatments, specialty drinks, excursions, etc. Edited April 24, 2016 by NW SOUTHERNBELLE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted April 24, 2016 #19 Share Posted April 24, 2016 OBC OBC and more OBC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady_cruiser Posted April 24, 2016 #20 Share Posted April 24, 2016 You can buy her a cruise journal. I just bought this one for my sister.http://www.amazon.com/Classic-Leather-Writing-Journal-Embossing/dp/B00TC1Q30Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1461537772&sr=8-1&keywords=B00NAJRIEY%7CB00TC1Q30Y%7CB00WX72G64 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin'Christine Posted April 26, 2016 #21 Share Posted April 26, 2016 I think it would be nice to get a shipboard credit or American currency (assuming you are not from America). I think a beach bag filled with necessities like sunglasses, sunscreen, and a sun hat would be a fun gift. Maybe a book or two to read on the cruise or a deck of cards. Some ships have a balcony dinner that can be ordered. We did that as a gift to my parents once. It came with an alcoholic drink each, a three or four course dinner, and a free 8x10 photo to commemorate the event. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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