Craft Cruises
Creative Craft Cruise May 2027
A hosted creative retreat at sea for adults who love crafting, creativity, and meaningful connection — without pressure or expectations. Sailing May 21–28, 2027 round-trip from Cape Liberty (Bayonne, New Jersey), with stops in Nassau and Perfect Day at CocoCay. Eight guided workshops, all supplies included, and an Open Craft Room available the whole week. No skill requirements, no rigid schedules — craft at your own pace or simply enjoy the ship.
Trip highlights
- Eight exclusive guided craft workshops with all required supplies included
- Custom event t-shirt and a thoughtfully curated swag bag
- Welcome Meet & Greet + Craft Lounge on embarkation day
- Open Craft Room available throughout the cruise
- Nassau, Bahamas — explore independently or join an optional excursion
- Perfect Day at CocoCay (Coco Beach Club, Thrill Waterpark, or adults-only Hideaway Beach day passes)
- Pre-cruise group hotel night near Cape Liberty
- Hosted group environment — come solo or with friends
- Separate Craft Cruise event fee covers workshops, supplies, shirt, and swag
- Text CRAFT CRUISE to 615-505-3520 for details
Pricing
Total cost for the whole room by cabin type and number of guests. Where a rate isn't listed, message me and I'll quote the current cruise line rate for your exact room and party size.
| Cabin type | Double (total) | Triple | Quad | 5+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interior | From $1,895 total | Live rate — request pricing | Live rate — request pricing | Live rate — request pricing |
| Additional categories | Opening soon | Live rate — request pricing | Live rate — request pricing | Live rate — request pricing |
- Deposit
- $50 hold per room (double occupancy) through Sept 25, 2026 — $500 per room after that
- Final payment
- Final balance due October 2, 2026
Prices are the total room cost at double occupancy and match Royal Caribbean's published group rates at the time of posting. The $495 Craft Cruise event fee is separate. Fares change daily — text or message for a live quote at no cost. Prices shown are live rates current as of posting — they are not updated in real time and can change at any time. Where a triple or quad price is not listed, it is quoted at the current cruise line rate when requested.
What's included
- Cruise fare for your selected cabin category
- All main dining room and buffet meals onboard
- Standard onboard beverages (water, coffee, tea, juice at breakfast)
- Entertainment, pools, sports decks, and kids' / teen clubs
- Group meet-ups and hosted group activities
- Access to the Open Craft Room and hosted group gatherings onboard
- All port taxes and government fees
- My planning, booking, and support from deposit to disembarkation
Not included
- Airfare and transportation to and from the port
- Gratuities (prepaid or charged onboard) and port parking
- Travel insurance — strongly recommended and quoted separately
- Shore excursions, day passes, and optional group activities
- Alcohol, soda and coffee packages, specialty dining, spa, and Wi-Fi
- Passports, visas, and any required travel documents
- Craft Cruise event fee — covers guided workshops, all supplies, event t-shirt, and swag bag
- Pre-cruise hotel night and group transportation (bookable separately)
Day-by-day itinerary
A sample itinerary — exact ports and times are confirmed at booking.
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Day 1
Thu, May 20 — Arrive, Bayonne / New York area
Fly in and check in to the pre-cruise group hotel, with a Creative Craft Cruise Q&A to kick things off.
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Day 2
Fri, May 21 — Embarkation, Cape Liberty, Bayonne, NJ
Board for the 7-night Perfect Day at CocoCay & Bahamas sailing, then join the Welcome Meet & Greet + Craft Lounge for swag bags, event shirts, and open craft stations.
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Day 3
Sat, May 22 — Day at Sea
Workshops 1 and 2, plus the Open Craft Room available all day.
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Day 4
Sun, May 23 — Day at Sea
Workshops 3 and 4, with the Open Craft Room open between sessions.
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Day 5
Mon, May 24 — Nassau, Bahamas
A full day in Nassau. Explore independently, join an optional excursion, or keep crafting onboard.
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Day 6
Tue, May 25 — Perfect Day at CocoCay, Bahamas
Beach club, waterpark, or adults-only Hideaway Beach day passes — or a quiet day in the Open Craft Room.
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Day 7
Wed, May 26 — Day at Sea
Workshops 5 and 6, plus open studio time.
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Day 8
Thu, May 27 — Day at Sea
Final workshops 7 and 8, then pack finished pieces for safe transport home.
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Day 9
Fri, May 28 — Disembarkation, Cape Liberty, Bayonne, NJ
Breakfast onboard, farewells, and home with a suitcase full of new pieces and new friends.
Frequently asked questions
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