With the holidays right around the corner, you might be wondering what to get your cruise-obsessed family member or friend. Even if they don't have an upcoming vacation, your gift might inspire them to reach out to their travel agent and start planning their next adventure! 

We asked well-known cruise experts for their recommendations for the perfect gifts for cruise lovers to make shopping easier. From basics like packing cubes to innovative sleeping masks with Bluetooth connectivity, these are the best holiday gifts for travelers. 

Regal Princess hasn't left Galveston, Texas since late October, having missed three scheduled sailings. 

The October 27, November 3, and November 10 sailings have all been canceled due to major technical issues with its power generators.

The first two sailings were canceled because of issues with one power generator. The company seemed confident that Regal Princess was ready for the November 10 sailing, but this was not the case.

Disney Cruise Line isn't known for affordable fares. However, when I saw a cruise advertised for less than $2,000, I didn't hesitate to email my travel agent. It was one of those rare deals that felt too good to pass up, especially for a Disney cruise to their new private destination in The Bahamas. 

Black Friday is traditionally associated with savings on everything from clothing to electronics. The travel industry is no different! If you want to save money on a future cruise vacation, look no further. We've been scouring the internet for the best cruise deals from all the major cruise lines.

Just like retailers, cruise lines offer up Black Friday sales, and many start well before Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. You can expect discounts on cruise fares, extra onboard credit, and free add-ons! 

Unlike land-based vacations, cruises take place mostly on open water. Enter the question: "Will I feel a cruise ship rocking?" 

Having been on over 20 cruises, I can attest that whether you'll feel a ship rocking or not depends on several factors. I've been on some incredibly smooth sailings, but I've also been on some cruises that traversed through choppy waters. 

In many ways, sailing with Disney Cruise Line is unlike any other line. 

Despite being part of one of the most well-known companies in the world, Disney only operates a fleet of five ships—soon to be six with the debut of Disney Treasure. Though one of the smallest mainstream lines in operation, it is known for its family-friendly activities and immersive Disney experiences. 

We share a lot of cruise updates and advice on Cruise Blog, and this is a weekly roundup of everything you may have missed from this week.

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MSC Cruises, one of the world’s largest cruise lines, recently announced changes to its loyalty program, known as MSC Voyagers Club. With these changes, MSC Cruises has also added a new, top-tier loyalty status to reward its most devoted cruisers.

Bad things can happen at sea, even though cruise vacations are a time to relax and recharge from your everyday life. While we'd like to think everything will go smoothly, it's important to be aware of the hiccups that can disrupt your time onboard.