2027 Spring Stitchers at Sea Cruise
April 2 - 5, 2027
Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas
3 Night Bahamas Cruise from Fort Lauderdale, Florida
3 Night Bahamas Cruise from Fort Lauderdale, Florida
What's included in this cruise:
- Cruise Fare
- Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses
- Daily Stitch Meetups
- Special Cruise Themed Mini Kitted Canvas
What's not included in this cruise:
- Drink Packages
- Travel Insurance
- Excursions
- Specialty Dining
- Gratuities
Questions: Contact Gayle Stoffel gaylestoffel@travelmation.net
Cruise Itinerary
April 2, 2027 Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Embark)
4PM Ship Departs Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Optional Group "Get to Know You" Dinner
- Optional Evening Stitch Meetup
April 3, 2027 Nassau, Bahamas
8AM - 5PM
Sightseeing, swimming and soaking up the island flavor — it's all yours for the taking on a Carnival cruise to Nassau, Bahamas. Boasting balmy breezes and jumping to a bouncy calypso beat, Nassau promises sizzling fun in the sun. The historic and cultural heart of The Bahamas is one of the world’s most popular cruise destinations — one million travelers board cruises to Nassau every year. Carnival guests come for fine beaches, shopping, water sports, and fun-filled attractions at the Atlantis Resort, connected to Nassau by a bridge to Paradise Island. Throw in a chance to swim with dolphins, or do a little slipping and sliding at a water park, and it's clear what makes Nassau a top spot for cruisers of all ages.
- Optional Morning and Evening Stitch Meetups
April 4, 2027 Perfect Day at CocoCay, Bahamas
7AM - 5PM
A perfect day at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's private island, starts with that first salty breeze and the feeling that there’s absolutely nowhere else you need to be. You might float in the crystal-clear waters of Chill Island, sip a frozen drink with your toes in the sand, or brave the tallest waterslide in North America at Thrill Waterpark. Lunch is easy and delicious—think fresh tacos, island bites, and something cold to drink—before settling into a hammock or poolside lounger for a little nothing-time. As the sun starts to dip, there’s one last swim, one last drink, and that happy, sun-kissed glow that says: this is what vacation is supposed to feel like.
- Optional Morning and Evening Stitch Meetups
- Optional Group Dinner
April 5, 2027 Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Disembark)
6 AM Ship arrives in Fort Lauderdale and guests disembark
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect on this cruise?
This special group cruise is designed for needlepoint lovers who want to unwind, soak up the sunshine, and connect with fellow stitchers. As we sail to Nassau and Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay, you’ll enjoy ocean breezes, beautiful ports, and plenty of time to relax at your own pace. Onboard, join casual daily stitch meetups, gather for an optional “get to know you” group dinner, and enjoy the simple joy of stitching together at sea. Every stitcher will also receive a mini, cruise-themed kitted canvas as a keepsake of our time together. This cruise is all about creativity, connection, and stitching bliss—sunshine included.
What is included in my cruise fare?
Your cruise fare includes your stateroom, most onboard dining, entertainment, ship amenities, and visits to Nassau and Perfect Day at CocoCay. Spring Stitchers at Sea guests will also enjoy casual stitch meetups, an optional group dinner, and one mini, cruise-themed kitted canvas per stitcher. Extras such as excursions, drink packages, specialty dining, gratuities, travel insurance, and transportation to/from the cruise port are not included.
How many people can be in a cabin?
Cabins for the Spring Stitchers at Sea cruise are strictly double occupancy (two guests per cabin). If you are interested in a cabin with more than two guests, please contact Gayle directly via email to discuss availability and options on the ship.
Can I bring my kid(s)?
Maybe. While families are welcome onboard, our group does not provide babysitting or childcare during group activities. Parents or guardians are solely responsible for their minor(s) at all times during the cruise. Please note that Spring Stitchers at Sea group activities—including stitch meetups and group dinners—are reserved for guests ages 18 and over.If you are interested in booking a cabin with two adults and one or more children, please contact Gayle directly. These arrangements must be booked outside of the group and are subject to ship availability.
Can I register by myself and ask for a roommate?
At this time, we do not have the capacity to manage or match roommate requests. All reservations must be made for guests who already have a confirmed cabinmate. If you are hoping to attend and don't yet have someone to share a cabin with, consider inviting a stitching friend or fellow needlepoint enthusiast to join you - cruising is always more fun with a stitching buddy!
Can we pay separately for our cabin?
Yes. Cabin mates may pay separately. If you are paying separately, each guest should complete their own registration and select one traveler during booking. Be sure to list your cabin mate’s full name on the registration form so the reservations can be properly linked. If both guests prefer to pay together, one person may complete the registration and select two travelers.
Do all guests need to be stitchers?
No! Not all guests in a cabin need to be stitchers. During checkout, you’ll indicate whether your cabin mate is a stitcher and plans to participate in group activities. Some guests may choose to bring a friend, partner, or significant other who prefers to enjoy the cruise their own way—and that’s perfectly fine. The Spring Stitchers at Sea cruise is designed to be welcoming and flexible for everyone onboard.
How do I book excursions and drink packages?
Excursions and drink packages are booked individually by each cruiser after your cruise reservation is confirmed, using the Royal Caribbean app or website. Detailed instructions will be provided so you know exactly how to book. Please note that the cruise line often does not release excursion options until about 12 months before departure. Excursions and drink packages are an additional cost and are paid directly by each cruiser at the time of booking.
Why should I consider prepaid gratuities and travel insurance?
Gratuities will be added to your onboard account if they are not prepaid, so selecting prepaid gratuities simply allows you to take care of them in advance and enjoy a smoother onboard experience. Travel insurance is strongly recommended to protect your investment in case of unexpected events such as illness, travel delays, or the need to cancel your trip. These optional extras help provide peace of mind before and during your cruise. Passengers traveling together in a cabin must each have the same level of travel insurance. Royal Caribbean does not allow one passenger to have insurance and the other to not have insurance. Please be sure to discuss this with your cabinmate before booking.
Gratuities will be added to your onboard account if they are not prepaid, so selecting prepaid gratuities simply allows you to take care of them in advance and enjoy a smoother onboard experience. Travel insurance is strongly recommended to protect your investment in case of unexpected events such as illness, travel delays, or the need to cancel your trip. These optional extras help provide peace of mind before and during your cruise. Passengers traveling together in a cabin must each have the same level of travel insurance. Royal Caribbean does not allow one passenger to have insurance and the other to not have insurance. Please be sure to discuss this with your cabinmate before booking.
What if I can no longer attend the cruise and I need to cancel?
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing and are subject to the cruise line’s cancellation policy. Deposits are non-refundable. The applicable cancellation policy can be found here.
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing and are subject to the cruise line’s cancellation policy. Deposits are non-refundable. The applicable cancellation policy can be found here.
Booking Instructions
Please follow these important instructions to correctly book your cruise!
Please follow these important instructions to correctly book your cruise!
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- Before booking, please make sure you have two confirmed travelers (yourself and your cabin mate). Cabins require two guests.
- Please note that the $100 per person deposit is non-refundable.
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Select your desired package and click the blue “Book Now” button.
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If you are paying together: From the “Select Travelers” dropdown, choose 2 travelers.
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If you are paying separately: Each guest should complete their own registration and select 1 traveler. Be sure to list your cabinmate’s full name on the registration form so the bookings can be linked.
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Scroll down to Add Extra Options and select any applicable options.
Enter the number of travelers that applies to your individual registration. - Passengers traveling in the same cabin must elect to each have the same level of travel insurance coverage. Royal Caribbean does not allow for one passenger to have coverage and the other to not have coverage. Please be sure to discuss the choice of travel protection with your cabinmate before booking.
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Click “Continue to Traveler Info” and enter your personal information.
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Once complete, click “Continue to Payment.
By providing your credit card information, this is not automatically booking your cruise. Providing your credit card information gives the travel advisor the authorization to use your credit card to book your cruise. Once your cruise has been successfully booked, within 24-48 business hours of receipt of authorization, you will receive a confirmation email with your booking information.
Available Packages
Oceanview Balcony Cabin (2D) - JUST ADDED
Available until July 30, 2026
- 2 left
$638.81
Deposit: $100.00 per person
Size:182 sq. ft.; Balcony: 50 sq. 
Amenities:Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, a private balcony, sitting area, private bathroom with shower, vanity area, an interactive flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, mini-safe, radio, telephone, and a hairdryer.
Please note that the $100 per-person deposit is non-refundable and due at booking.
Final payment is due no later than January 8, 2027.
Final payment is due no later than January 8, 2027.
Please see note about travel protection. Passengers in the same cabin must have the same travel insurance. You cannot have one person with travel insurance and the other without. This is a Royal Caribbean policy.
Oceanview Cabin (4N)
Available until July 30, 2026
- 2 left
$640.81
Deposit: $100.00 per person
Size: 179 sq. 
Amenities: Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, sitting area with double sofa bed (some staterooms have additional pullman bed to sleep one more guest), a window, private bathroom with shower, vanity area, an interactive flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, mini-safe, radio, telephone, and a hairdryer.
Amenities: Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, sitting area with double sofa bed (some staterooms have additional pullman bed to sleep one more guest), a window, private bathroom with shower, vanity area, an interactive flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, mini-safe, radio, telephone, and a hairdryer.
Please note that the $100 per-person deposit is non-refundable and due at booking.
Final payment is due no later than January 8, 2027.
Please see notes about travel protection. Passengers in the same cabin must have the same travel insurance. You cannot have one person with travel insurance and the other without. This is a Royal Caribbean policy.
Final payment is due no later than January 8, 2027.
Please see notes about travel protection. Passengers in the same cabin must have the same travel insurance. You cannot have one person with travel insurance and the other without. This is a Royal Caribbean policy.
Oceanview Balcony Cabin (2D) - SOLD OUT
Unavailable as of May 1, 2026
$621.81
Deposit: $100.00 per person
Size:182 sq. ft.; Balcony: 50 sq.
Amenities:Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, a private balcony, sitting area, private bathroom with shower, vanity area, an interactive flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, mini-safe, radio, telephone, and a hairdryer.
Please note that the $100 per-person deposit is non-refundable and due at booking.
Final payment is due no later than January 8, 2027.
Final payment is due no later than January 8, 2027.
Please see note about travel protection. Passengers in the same cabin must have the same travel insurance. You cannot have one person with travel insurance and the other without. This is a Royal Caribbean policy.
Oceanview Balcony Cabin (4D) - SOLD OUT
Unavailable as of May 1, 2026
$610.81
Deposit: $100.00 per person
Size:182 sq. ft.; Balcony: 50 sq.
Amenities:Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, a private balcony, sitting area, private bathroom with shower, vanity area, an interactive flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, mini-safe, radio, telephone, and a hairdryer.
Please note that the $100 per-person deposit is non-refundable and due at booking.
Final payment is due no later than January 8, 2027.
Final payment is due no later than January 8, 2027.
Please see note about travel protection. Passengers in the same cabin must have the same travel insurance. You cannot have one person with travel insurance and the other without. This is a Royal Caribbean policy.
Interior Cabin (4V) - SOLD OUT
Unavailable as of May 1, 2026
$510.81
Deposit: $100.00 per person
Size: 140 sq. 
Amenities: Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, double sofa bed or two upper pullman beds, a private bathroom with shower, vanity area, an interactive flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, mini-safe, radio, telephone, and a hairdryer.
Amenities: Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, double sofa bed or two upper pullman beds, a private bathroom with shower, vanity area, an interactive flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, mini-safe, radio, telephone, and a hairdryer.
Please note that the $100 per-person deposit is non-refundable and due at booking.
Final payment is due no later than January 8, 2027.
Please see notes about travel protection. Passengers in the same cabin must have the same travel insurance. You cannot have one person with travel insurance and the other without. This is a Royal Caribbean policy.
Final payment is due no later than January 8, 2027.
Please see notes about travel protection. Passengers in the same cabin must have the same travel insurance. You cannot have one person with travel insurance and the other without. This is a Royal Caribbean policy.
Extra options
Travel Protection - Oceanview Cabin
Unavailable as of May 1, 2026
$69.00
Enjoy some peace of mind, no matter what life throws your way. Royal Caribbean Travel Protection may help protect you before, during and after your voyage with cancellation and interruption benefits, sickness and accident medical services, and baggage protection.
Please note that each passenger in a cabin has to have the same travel protection. So if please confirm with your cabinmate whether you are or are not going to purchase travel protection. You cannot have one person with protection and the other without. That is a Royal Caribbean policy.
Please note that each passenger in a cabin has to have the same travel protection. So if please confirm with your cabinmate whether you are or are not going to purchase travel protection. You cannot have one person with protection and the other without. That is a Royal Caribbean policy.
Pre-paid Gratuities
Available until July 11, 2026
- available
$92.50
Gratuities will be added to your onboard account if they are not prepaid, so selecting prepaid gratuities at time of booking simply allows you to take care of them in advance and enjoy a smoother onboard experience.
Guests who choose not to prepay gratuities at the time of booking will have a service gratuity automatically applied to their respective SeaPass® onboard account on a daily basis, in the amount of $18.50 per guest per day. Guests staying in suites will be charged $21 per guest per day.
Travel Protection - Interior Cabin
Unavailable as of May 1, 2026
$49.00
Enjoy some peace of mind, no matter what life throws your way. Royal Caribbean Travel Protection may help protect you before, during and after your voyage with cancellation and interruption benefits, sickness and accident medical services, and baggage protection.
Please note that each passenger in a cabin has to have the same travel protection. So if please confirm with your cabinmate whether you are or are not going to purchase travel protection. You cannot have one person with protection and the other without. That is a Royal Caribbean policy.
Please note that each passenger in a cabin has to have the same travel protection. So if please confirm with your cabinmate whether you are or are not going to purchase travel protection. You cannot have one person with protection and the other without. That is a Royal Caribbean policy.
Travel Protection - Balcony Cabin
Unavailable as of May 1, 2026
$49.00
Enjoy some peace of mind, no matter what life throws your way. Royal Caribbean Travel Protection may help protect you before, during and after your voyage with cancellation and interruption benefits, sickness and accident medical services, and baggage protection.
Please note that each passenger in a cabin has to have the same travel protection. So if please confirm with your cabinmate whether you are or are not going to purchase travel protection. You cannot have one person with protection and the other without. That is a Royal Caribbean policy.
Please note that each passenger in a cabin has to have the same travel protection. So if please confirm with your cabinmate whether you are or are not going to purchase travel protection. You cannot have one person with protection and the other without. That is a Royal Caribbean policy.