Epic list of stocking stuffer ideas for cruisers

39 Stocking Stuffer ideas for Cruisers {2023}

Stocking stuffer ideas for cruisers is the perfect list for you if you struggle to come up with different, creative or personal small gift ideas each year to fill the stockings of cruise and travel lovers.


Some of these gift ideas are perfect and useful if you have a cruise coming up while others are ideal for cruise and travel lovers as they represent a cruise vacation.


Many of the items on the list are practical and can be used through out the year and not just while travelling, while other stocking stuffer gift ideas from the list are unique and will likely be an unexpected surprise to the recipient.



The first 21 items on the stocking stuffer ideas for cruisers list are the more practical gifts that can be used on a cruise. The remaining items are a perfect small gift items for anyone who loves cruising, travel, or the nautical theme.


Epic list of stocking stuffer ideas for cruisers and travel lovers.  Small Christmas gift ideas for cruise lovers that are practical or unique. If you have someone who is hard to buy for but likes to cruise or travel then this list is for you.


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Be sure to check out all the ideas as there are sure to be some you hadn’t thought of.


This list of stocking stuffer ideas for cruisers includes:

Practical stocking stuffer ideas for cruisers

Unique small gifts ideas for travel lovers

Stocking stuffer and small gift ideas for hard to buy for people



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Epic List of Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Cruisers And Travel Lovers



1. Cute Towel Clips

Either of these cute towel clips would make the perfect stocking stuffer. They hold your towel securely to your poolside lounger. They can also be used at the beach when you aren’t on a cruise.



2. Cruise luggage tag holers

Cruise luggage tag holders come in different sizes depending on the cruise line. They are specifically designed to hold the cruise luggage tags that you print out at home before departure. Below are for Celebrity cruise luggage tags.



3. Cruise lanyard

A cruise lanyard & key card holder like the one shown below is a great Christmas stocking stuffer idea. I like that this Disney cruise lanyard has the detachable key card holder. Some prefer to use the holder where I prefer attach the card directly to the lanyard.



4. RFID Blocking Passport Holder

A passport wallet with RFID blockers is a travel necessity that is a great stocking stuffer gift. This one comes in several different colors that can all be seen here.




5. RFID Blocking Credit Card Holder

Keeping your credit cards safe everyday is important but even more so on a cruise. You don’t want to be dealing with your credit card company from a cruise ship because your card has been comprimised and your account frozen. An aluminum credit card holder is the perfect practical stocking stuffer for everyone.



Practical stocking stuffer ideas for cruisers




6. Compact travel umbrella

A compact folding travel umbrella is another practical stocking stuffer idea for cruisers as it can be used for both travelling and regular use. A small travel umbrella is a great item to add to a cruise packing list to both protect you from rain as well as provide shade.




7. Sea Bands

Sea Bands are cloth wrist bands that apply pressure to an accupuncture point on your wrists to help relieve sea sickness. Find other non-medicated ways to help with motion or seasickness here.





8. Hand sanitizer holder

A travel sized hand sanitizer and hand sanitizer holder are a great practical stocking stuffer idea.




9. Portable luggage scale

A digital portable luggage scale is a small and inexpensive item making it a great stocking stuffer idea for travellers and cruisers.





10. Luggage tags

There are so many cute luggage tags to choose from. These are a great choice for those who have to fly to their cruise departure port.



Stocking stuffer ideas cruisers will love




11. Travel eye mask

A travel eye mask is a good stocking stuffer idea for those who have longer flights to board their cruise ship.




12. Destination travel guide book

A destination travel guide book is a great choice for those with an upcoming cruise to a destination where the ship stops for an extended period of time (ex/Alaska or Bermuda). You could also include a travel guide book in their Christmas stocking for a destination on their bucket list.




13. Travel sized first-aid kit

A travel first-aid kit is a smart practical stocking stuffer for anyone, not just cruisers or travellers.




14. Magnetic hooks

Magnetic hooks might seem like an odd choice however they are a great cruise hack for helping organize your stateroom. I have a whole post on cruise magnets that you can find here.




Ultimate Cruise Planner and Journal




More stocking stuffer ideas for cruisers




15. Cruise power strip

A cruise power strip with usb ports is considered by many experienced cruisers as a must pack item. Be sure it is NON surge protected and ship approved.




16. Portable charger

Cruisers and travellers alike would be grateful to find a portable charger in their stocking.





17. Yeti water bottle

A good quality water bottle like a Yeti is a great gift for just about anyone. Cruise lovers would be happy to receive a Yeti water bottle that they can use to take on shore excursions.




18. Yeti travel mug

I take my Yeti travel mug everywhere. You can never go wrong with this as a gift or stocking stuffer. There are several colors to choose from now.




19. Poo Pourri

Throw a little Poo Pourri in the stocking of your travel companion, you’ll be glad you did 😉




20. Waterproof phone pouch

A waterproof phone drybag pouch is a great choice for anyone planning to do a shore excursion that involves the ocean like Stingray City Grand Cayman or Dunns River Falls Jamaica. It makes an inexpensive yet practical gift.




Unique stocking stuffer ideas for cruisers



21. Manicure set

A manicure set is another stocking stuffer idea that can be used both when cruising or travelling as well as at home. Both practical and inexpensive, gotta love that.



22. Cruise fund jar

Everyone needs a cruise fund jar in their house.




23. Pandora bracelet charm

If your loved one owns a pandora charm bracelet, pick out a new travel or cruise related charm. That’s sure to bring a smile.




24. Sea glass necklace

Oh I so want this! Such a beatiful beach themed sea glass necklace. So pretty.

Sea glass necklace by YinaHawaii would make the perfect gift for cruise lovers
Photo by YinaHawaii




25. Nautical themed earrings

What about nautical earrings to add to the stocking?



You can’t go wrong with sea glass earrings. They remind me of the ocean which reminds me of cruising and they are just so pretty.

Sea glass reminds me of the ocean which reminds me of cruising.  These earrings would make a perfect stocking stuffer or small gift iidea for cruise lovers
Photo by YinaHawaii

If you love sea glass jewelry you should check out YinaHawaii’s Etsy shop, it has so many beautiful pieces.



Small gift ideas and stocking stuffer ideas for cruisers



26. Nautical tie

A cruise lover will appreciate a nautial themed tie. A tie like this woud be perfect to wear on a cruise formal night.




27. Funny ship or nautical themed socks

You could choose funny novelty socks like “What happens on the ship stays on the ship” or more traditional nautical themed socks.




28. Cruise ship Christmas ornament

I created a post 12 Adorable Christmas ornaments that you can find here.





29. Photo frame

Highlight one of your favorite cruise memories by putting it in a photo frame like this. This make a great personal gift or stocking stuffer.




30. Photo album




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31. Cruise coffee mug

A cruise coffee mug for the coffee drinking cruise addict on your Christmas shopping list.




32. Cute cruise nail decals

These popular and super cute Disney Cruise nail decals would make the perfect stocking stuffer for cruise lovers. Who doesn’t want cute cruise nails?

Cruise nails - these popular and cute Disney Cruise nail decals make the perfect stocking stuffer for cruise lovers.  Photo by AM Nails
Photo by AM Nails






Here is another option that isn’t specific to Disney Cruises. These cute cruise nail decals will have everyone on the ship envious.

Cute cruise themed nail decals are the perfect stocking stuffer or gift for cruise lovers
Photo from Shop Risas Pieces





33. Beach themed wine glass charms

Beach themed wine glass charms are cute, practical and would be a hit at any get together. These wine glass charms would be an unexpected stocking stuffer.

Beach themed wine charms with sea glass is a great gift idea for cruise lovers
Photo by Earthlie Treasures





34. Cruise themed can coolers

These cruise themed can coolers (aka can cozies) could be added to the Christmas stocking of any cruise lover on your shopping list. Click on the picture to check prices and color options.

A cruise themed can cozie or can cooler makes a great and unique stocking stuffer
Photo by Muddy Girl Creations Click for details
Another great stocking stuffer idea for cruisers
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35. Travel desk calendar

Give the travel lover on your list the gift of daily travel inspiration with this 1,000 Places to See Before You Die travel calendar.




These small gift ideas make the perfect stocking stuffers for cruisers




36. Travel journal

A blank travel journal is a perfect stocking stuffer for anyone who loves cruising or travelling.




37. Nautical infinity scarf




38. Cruise ship or anchor cookie cutter

If you know someone who loves to bake as well as loves to cruise then these nautical cookie cutters would make a perfect stocking stuffer. The cruise ship cookie cutter can be found here and the anchor cookie cutter here.




39. Nautical dog collar

Dogs need Christmas stockings too. A nautical themed dog collar makes the perfect stocking stuffer for dogs.



Up your Christmas gift giving this year by including some of these practical or unexpected stocking stuffer gift ideas for cruisers.



You can find even more cruise related gifts here.



Now that you have picked out a few stocking stuffer ideas, head over to Awesome Gift Ideas For Cruise Lovers to pick out some bigger gift ideas to finish up your holiday shopping.



A vacation or beach themed t-shirt or tank top would be a great Christmas gift idea too. You can find 9 Fun Vacation Shirts for women here. 50+ Awesome Cruise Shirts has a great selection of cruise shirts with funny sayings and family cruise shirts