Janice Wagaman

Artful Travel

Quirky Quilters Quebec Cruise Retreat

Sep 6, 2024 to Sep 13, 2024
Canada and New England

Welcome to the Quirky Quilters Quebec Cruise Retreat!

 
Past meets present in Canada & New England’s major cities. Admire natural and man-made marvels, taking in the fall foliage and gorgeous architecture alike on our September 2025 sailing. Stroll historic cobblestone streets, 17th-century ramparts, or old-stone alleys en route to Boston’s Bull & Finch Pub (the inspiration for the TV show Cheers) or Québec City’s trendy Grande Allée thoroughfare.  
 
CALL ON QUÉBEC CITY Did you know that the stone walls surrounding Québec City’s UNESCO-listed Old Town are the only remaining fortified city walls in the U.S. and Canada? These echoes of the past now stand as a testament to Québec City’s proud history and French heritage, on full display in its cuisine, culture, and language. Experience a unique taste of Europe in the heart of North America.
 
BASK IN BOSTON Did you know that Boston is home to the United States’  first public park, public school, public library, post office, and lighthouse? This is perhaps not surprising, considering the city’s historical significance. From the Boston Massacre and Paul Revere’s midnight ride to the Boston Tea Party and the Battle of Bunker Hill, feel the American Revolution come alive in the “Cradle of Liberty.”
 
 

What's included in this trip:

  • Verandah stateroom - double occupancy
  • Workshop & lecture by quilt artist Sarah Ann Smith, additional materials fees may apply
  • Workshop & lecture by quilt artist Kim Brownell, additional materials fees may apply
  • All port fees & taxes
  • Holland America's Have it All program with included beverage package, wiFi, shore excursion credit, and more!
  • 24 hour sewing room on the cruise ship for you to sew to your heart's content
  • Transfers to/from the airport to the cruise terminal
  • Use of a sewing machine so you don't have to bring your own (unless you want to!)
 
 

What's not included:

  1. Airfare to Quebec/from Boston
  2. Gratuities
  3. Project - be sure to bring your own UFO, WIP, or brand new quilting project!
  4. Supplies - since everyone will be working on different projects, you will need to bring your own sewing supplies such as material, batting, interfacing, thread, etc.  Supply lists and material kits information for the workshops will be sent out prior to the cruise so you can be sure to have everything on hand that you need.
 
 

Itinerary:

  • 9/6 (Quebec City):     Arrive in beautiful Quebec City, board the Holland America Zuiderdam ship and get settled into your stateroom.  Check in at the Artful Travel hospitality desk for your swag bag and to be shown to your sewing space.  Meet your fellow Quirky Quilters at a special cocktail hour.
 
  • 9/7 (Cruising): Workshop & Lecture by Sarah Ann Smith
 
  • 9/8 (Cruising): Workshop & Lecture by Kim Brownell
 
  • 9/9 (Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island):  
 
  • 9/10 (Sydney, Nova Scotia):  
 
  • 9/11 (Halifax, Nova Scotia):   Special shore excursion to the Laurie Swan Gallery in Lunenburg, with quilt shop hop in Halifax!
 
  • 9/12 (Portland, Maine):   Morning lecture/wrap up with Sarah Ann Smith
 
  • 9/13 (Boston, Massachussetts):  
 
 

Cancellation policy:

$350 deposit is non-refundable.  Cancellations made before June 1, 2025 are fully refundable, less the deposit.  Cancellations made after June 1, 2025 will be non-refundable.  They may be transferable if you find someone else to go in your place, but not guaranteed.

Available Packages

Quirky Quilter's Cruise
Available until June 1, 2025

$3,500.00
Deposit: $1.00 per person

Book now
This is the all-inclusive quilt-lover's package.  It includes a verandah stateroom at double occupancy, two full-day workshops/lectures, sewing machine to use on board, swag bag, and more!  
 
If you do not have a travel companion, but wish to enjoy the double occupancy rate, you will be assigned a same-gender roommate.
 
If you would like to have a room to yourself, please add the $1500 single supplement option to your package.  Otherwise, you will be roomed with another quilter.

Quilter's Companion Cruise
Available until June 1, 2025

$3,000.00
Deposit: $1.00 per person

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This is the all-inclusive package for Quirky Quilter companions who do not wish to participate in the workshops/lectures/sewing room, but want to enjoy the cruise while their companion is happily sewing!  Companions will still be welcome at all special cocktail hours, dinners, and shore excursions, but will not be admitted to the sewing room.

Extra Options

Single Supplement
Available until June 1, 2025

$1,500.00

If you would like to have a stateroom to yourself, there is a single supplement charge.  Please select this for your own room, or you will be roomed with another Quirky Quilter!

Airfare
Available until June 1, 2025

$0.00

Please select if you would like Artful Travel to assist you in your airfare to Quebec and from Boston.

Quebec City Pre-stay
Available until June 1, 2025

$0.00

If you would like to stay in beautiful and historic Quebec City prior to your cruise, please select this and Artful Travel will assist you with the arrangements. 

Boston Post-stay
Available until June 1, 2025

$0.00

If you would like to stay extra days in Boston after the cruise, please select this option and Artful Travel will assist you with the arrangements.