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By Linda Garrison, About.com Guide to Cruises since 2000

Holiday Shopping for Cruise Travelers

Thursday November 27, 2008
Happy Thanksgiving! After you've had a chance for the turkey to settle, it's time to start thinking (if you already haven't) about holiday gift shopping. If you are spending the day with your family, think about planning a family cruise for next year. A cruise vacation is still one of the best values in travel, and your family will return with something to relive at next year's Thanksgiving dinner.

Even if you plan a 2009 cruise as a gift, you'll need a few stocking stuffers. Tomorrow is the official first day of the shopping season. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa, sharing with others is a big part of the holiday spirit. People seem to either love or hate shopping. I love to shop for myself, but always find it difficult to shop for others. That makes gift-buying all the more challenging. Part 1 of this article covers what to buy for others if you are a frequent traveler, and Part 2 covers what to buy for the cruise lover in your family or circle of friends.

Holiday Gifts for Travelers to Buy

Holiday Gifts to Buy for Cruise Lovers

Suggested Shopping List for Travelers

Comments

December 2, 2008 at 8:10 am
(1) SK Webster says:

Cruises are selling for £1 now, with MSC Cruises, so I think it’s a great idea to buy a cruise for someone you love (and cam travel with!). I’m thinking of getting one for my hubby as a birthday present. This MSC offer applies to more than 100 cruises in 2009 so I’m still trying to decide between the Med on a nice new ship or North Europe which is closer. Great sale!

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