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Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea

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Black Country Communion

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Jimmy Vivino

Jackie Venson

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2 Unforgettable Joe Bonamassa Performances

Experience two remarkable sets, one featuring Joe's solo band and one with his supergroup, Black Country Communion.

Unique Collaboration Sets

Witness established legends and up-and-coming blues artists collaborate together for one-of-a-kind performances you can't see anywhere else!

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In between all the incredible performances, grab an autograph from your favorite artist, sip coffee during Acoustic Mornings, sit in on live podcasts, and so much more.

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Connect with like-minded blues fans and make unforgettable memories with your favorite artists onboard!

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Vacation the right way with impeccable amenities on the Norwegian Pearl for you to enjoy all the way to the beautiful island of Cozumel, Mexico.

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Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea IX

MARCH 18 – 22 2024 | MIAMI TO COZUMEL, MEXICO

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Join us for the biggest blues-rock party at sea with Joe Bonamassa and many other talented musicians on the  9th edition of Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea ! Sailing  March 18-22, 2024 , Norwegian Pearl will cruise from  Miami, Florida , through dazzling blue seas to  Cozumel, Mexico , as you indulge in four days and nights of live shows, rare collaborations, and unique activities you can only see onboard KTBA.

You’ll wake up dreaming to the beat of incredible blues programming from dusk till dawn with impeccable amenities at your fingertips, including sublime spa services, complimentary and specialty dining, shopping, and all the frosty beverages your heart desires!

This adventure benefits The Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation, Joe Bonamassa’s non-profit organization dedicated to providing students, teachers, and musicians with the resources and tools needed to further their music education. While sailing, you’ll have the chance to participate in direct fundraising with exclusively curated experiences, raffle contests for signed memorabilia, and other immersive ways to show your support.

Dive in before the ship’s full! Book your cabin today to experience the unbelievable Blues vacation that awaits!

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Joe bonamassa announces keeping the blues alive at sea x.

Posted by Buddy Iahn | Feb 6, 2024

The Blues Titan teams with Sixthman for the tenth annual cruise

Blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa and Sixthman have announced the milestone tenth voyage of their world-famous blues-rock party at sea, Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea X, sailing March 21-26, 2025 from Miami, FL to Harvest Caye, Belize and Costa Maya, Mexico aboard the opulent Norwegian Gem. To celebrate the cruise’s milestone, the voyage has been extended to include five days and five nights of the ultimate blues-rock experience with and all-star lineup, as well as an additional port excursion, making this landmark edition an even more extraordinary voyage than ever before.

Pre-sale sign-ups are available through March 10th at 11:59 pm ET with the pre-sale bookings ending on March 12th. The public on-sale begins on March 13th at 2 pm ET, exclusively at bluesaliveatsea.com . Three different payment options will be available, with automated monthly billing allowing for a deposit as low as $100 per person through July 21st, while supplies last.

Hosted and curated as always by the Blues Rock Titan himself Joe Bonamassa, Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea X will present five days and five nights of onboard performances and unforgettable collaborations by such blues and blues-rock superstars as Bonamassa (performing two unique shows), Big Head Todd and the Monsters, Larkin Poe, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Samantha Fish, Eric Gales, Joanne Shaw Taylor, Jimmy Vivino, Eddie 9V, Thunderstorm Artis, Taj Farrant, and many more to be announced. In addition, the cruise will feature an array of inimitable activities, including intimate acoustic morning sets, once-in-a-lifetime collaborations, live podcasts, autograph sessions, guest jams, guitar clinics, tastings, M&G’s and much more.

Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea X is dedicated to championing incredible, emerging live talent, a commitment reflected in this year’s lineup, where the current lineup artists collectively have received ten Grammy nominations, three of them from the 2024 award season alone. This recognition, highlighted by Sunday night’s Grammy Awards where Larkin Poe won Best Contemporary Blues Album, underscores the caliber of artists we feature. KTBA’s focus on up-and-coming talent not only enriches the onboard experience for guests to have an unmatched musical journey at sea but also aligns with its mission to support growing artists and provide them with a platform and an audience.

The Norwegian Gem will provide everything needed to make Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea X the most luxurious cruise vacation ever, with fully stocked bars at (virtually) every corner, tasty dining options, the Pool Deck (with multiple hot tubs), the Gem Club Casino, Mandara Spa, Body Waves Fitness Center, Sports Court, and much more.

For the first time in cruise history, Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea will pay visits to not one but two spectacular ports of call, allowing cruisers the chance to explore and enjoy the serene beach on the private island of Harvest Caye, Belize and the local culture and crystal blue waters in Costa Maya, Mexico. Please note: Shore excursions will not be available until four to six weeks prior to sailing. Cruisers will be able to book an excursion upon receipt of their official booking number.

The announcement of Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea X comes on the heels of the 2024 Blues Music Award nominations, where Bonamassa earned nods for both Blues Rock Artist and Blues Rock Album. These nominations cement the triumph of his latest studio album, Blues Deluxe Vol. 2 , which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Blues Chart. Recently, Bonamassa shared his journey in the documentary Guitar Man , now available for a limited time to watch on his store for free. Bonamassa continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his relentless touring and musical innovations. Fans can look forward to more electrifying performances as tickets for his 2024 tour, covering major cities in the U.S. and Europe, including a return to the iconic Royal Albert Hall, are now available.

Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea X will once again benefit the Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation (KTBA), dedicated to providing students and teachers and musicians the resources and tools needed to further music education. Founded by Bonamassa in 2011, KTBA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to fuel the passion for music by funding programs and scholarships for students and teachers who possess the desire, but lack the resources or access to achieve their potential within music education. With total donations approaching $2M from fundraisers, merchandise sales, and more, KTBA has impacted the lives of over 90,000 students in all 50 states via weekly donations to music programs in schools across the US, as well as funding other merit-based scholarships and extracurricular initiatives nationwide. In 2020, KTBA took its mission a step further by forming the Fueling Musicians Program, an emergency relief plan for touring musicians affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Fueling Musicians Program is now a permanent part of the organization, providing financial assistance for essential living expenses to help struggling musicians on their feet and on the road.

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From Feb. 25-March 1, making its way from Tampa to Grand Cayman, the Norwegian Pearl set sail on a mission: to prove that blues music is alive and well. In its fifth year, once again, blues-rock superstar and two-time GRAMMY-nominated virtuoso, Joe Bonamassa, teamed up with Sixthman (the premier floating festival curators) to bring together blues fans and artists from all over the world for an unforgettable experience.

This year’s adventure on the high seas, which Bonamassa noted as, “the best one so far,” highlighted some of the greatest acts in the genre and allowed fans to get acquainted with several of its rising stars. For four nights, blues cruisers had the opportunity to navigate their way around six stages, take part in Autograph Sessions, catch intimate performances with special guest stars, and, if their timing was right, run into one of their favorite artists just walking around the ship.

The lineup featured an array of outstanding blues musicians, most of whom played on more than one occasion. While Wednesday was reserved for the stop in Grand Cayman, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, were jam-packed with shows. The bill boasted artists such as King Solomon Hicks, Eric Gales, Luke Winslow-King, Black River Delta, Larkin Poe, Samantha Fish, Ruthie Foster, the Devon Allman Project with Duane Betts, Walter Trout, Reese Wynans, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and, of course, Joe Bonamassa.

On board, custom cocktails (like the Woke up Dreaming Daiquiri) were readily available, and each night, guests were left with gifts galore; compliments of Bonamassa and Sixthman. There were special events such as Paul Shaffer’s Super Session (a performance which included Shaffer, Bonamassa, Shepherd, Trout, and more), Acoustic Mornings and Sunset Sessions, wine and craft beer tastings, as well as raffle prizes which consisted of two autographed guitars.

Every day, from the casino to the buffet, cruisers would mingle their way across the ship, seeking out their own curated adventure. Each performance you would stumble into seemed to be more incredible than the next. There were so many magical moments at sea that it was hard to anchor down our favorites, but we gave it our best shot.

Here’s our pick for the top 6 moments from Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea V.

6. Ruthie Foster’s Campfire Stories

Ruthie Foster welcomed Larkin Poe, Luke Winslow-King, and Samantha Fish to the Stardust stage for an intimate performance

On Wednesday evening, three-time GRAMMY-nominated powerhouse, Ruthie Foster, welcomed a few collaborators to the Stardust stage, for an intimate performance that was so moving, you could actually feel yourself getting lost in every song. Foster combines blues, folk, soul, rock, and gospel. Matching her style with fellow musicians Larkin Poe, Samantha Fish, and Luke Winslow-King, made for one of the most emotional shows that took place throughout the entire duration of the festival. Each artist sat around the “campfire,” instrument in-hand, telling stories, sharing in some casual conversation, and taking turns leading with their own tracks. Songs included were Larkin Poe’s “Bleach Blonde Bottle Blues,” Samantha Fish’s “American Dream,” Luke Winslow-King’s “The Winds of Aragón,” and Ruthie Foster’s “Mama Said.” With every number, Larkin Poe, Winslow-King, Fish, and Foster beautifully complemented each other’s style, turning each rendition into a breathtaking work of art.

5. The Devon Allman Project and Duane Betts perform “Midnight Rider”

Devon Allman and Duane Betts perform "Midnight Rider" onstage at the Spinnaker

As one of the greatest songs by The Allman Brothers Band, “Midnight Rider” has become the gold standard of classic, blues-inspired rock music. Watching Devon Allman (son of Gregg Allman) take the stage alongside Duane Betts (son of Dickey Betts) to perform it, naturally, conjures up a wave of emotions for fans. The Devon Allman Project with Duane Betts performed many times throughout the cruise, but on the final night, guests were treated to the most intimate of shows, held at the Spinnaker. The small lounge was a dream setting to see these artists take the stage. Samantha Fish also joined the band, lending her savvy guitar skills and sultry vocals to “Midnight Rider,” putting a modern twist on the timeless tune. This occasion marked the final run for The Devon Allman Project, as the group now transitions into The Allman Betts Band. Their new album, Down To The River, is due out in the spring, and their world tour kicks off at the end of March.

4. Walter Trout

Walter Trout performs onstage with Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Paul Shaffer, and Joe Bonamassa

Thursday afternoon, when Walter Trout stepped on stage, the entire Pool Deck went wild. The guitar master and his band took command, like a force of energy that swept in like a breeze from the ocean waters. In his five decades as a performer, Trout’s chill-inducing vocals and skillful string artistry have made him a legend among legends. To put things in perspective, playing with greats such as John Lee Hooker and John Mayall is only a fraction of what Trout has accomplished as a world-renowned musician. Since 2015 alone, he has put out two award-winning albums, and his recent release of Survivor Blues gives fans yet another reason to be excited. The record is an ode to Trout’s deep love of the blues. While his final set on the ship was electrifying, the musician also opened up about his personal health battles. Just as the yin and yang of blues music, Trout’s set poetically touched on both hardship and success, making it one of the festival’s greatest highlights.

3. Kenny Wayne Shepherd

Kenny Wayne Shepherd shreds on the Pool Deck stage

As Joe Bonamassa stated during his opening night set, “The first time I saw Kenny, I said, ‘Oh sh*t. I’m fu*ked.’” Of course, the crowd roared as Bonamassa sang Shepherd’s praises and then cheered as he reflected on how wonderful it was to have had everyone come together on this cruise to celebrate their love of music. Each time Shepherd took the Pool Deck stage was exhilarating, but, closing things out on Thursday night the way that he did, illuminated the musician as the dreamy guitar God that he is. The five-time GRAMMY Award nominee dominated the entire cruise ship with his sheer talent and spellbinding charisma. With windblown hair and electric guitar in-hand, Shepherd shredded onstage, shining brighter than any star in the open sky that night. His set list at sea included “Voodoo Child,” and “Come On (Let the Good Times Roll),” making his time on stage feel like the ultimate Hendrix experience.

2. Reese Wynans and Friends All-Star Jam

Reese Wynans performs with Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Chris Layton, Noah Hunt and Steve Mackey at the Stardust Theater

On March 1, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and world-renowned Nashville-based keyboardist, Reese Wynans dropped his debut solo album, Sweet Release, via Bonamassa’s label (J&R Adventures). Produced by Bonamassa, Wynans’ album is a reflection of his 50-year career; a career that consists of countless collaborations with legendary artists. Guest appearances on the album include Bonamassa, Vince Gill, Sam Moore (of Sam & Dave), Jack Pearson (Allman Brothers), Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Keb' Mo,' Warren Haynes, Jimmy Hall (Wet Willie), along with Chris Layton and Tommy Shannon of Double Trouble, among others. On Thursday, Feb. 28, the Stardust Theater saw two back to back shows with exclusive performances of select songs, in celebration of the monumental occasion. The album launch spotlighted Wynans and featured performances by friends including Bonamassa, Shepherd, Sinead Burgess, Jimmy Hall, Noah Hunt, Paulie Cerra, Josh Smith, and more. Blues cruisers were lucky enough to receive the CD while on board, just ahead of its release.

1. Joe Bonamassa’s Mind-Blowing Rendition of “Woke Up Dreaming”

Joe Bonamassa performing “Woke Up Dreaming” on Wednesday night at the Pool Deck

You can trace Bonamassa’s incredible music career back to the age of 12 when he first opened for B.B. King. Now in his 40s, the native Upstate New Yorker has come to be known as one of the greatest live performers in existence, having shared the stage with icons such as Eric Clapton, Stephen Stills, and Buddy Guy. This past September, he released his 13th studio album, Redemption, once again, receiving widespread critical acclaim. Part of Bonamassa’s beauty rests in his ability to conjure up different sounds in the studio which rival his live concerts; somehow, both are equally as stunning. During the cruise, Bonamassa made a handful of guest appearances but saved his headlining shows for Monday’s opening night on the Pool Deck, and once again on Wednesday night. Joining him on stage was Reese Wynans (keyboard), Anton Fig (drums), Michael Rhodes (bass guitar), Lee Thornburg (trumpet), Paulie Cerra (sax), along with backup vocalists Juanita Tippins and Bonamassa’s girlfriend, Sinead Burgess.

Bonamassa got the party started on Monday night, but saved Wednesday for a set he dubbed, “The Brits and the hits.” Switching things up gave the guitar paragon a chance to perform some longtime fan favorites, such as “Woke Up Dreaming.” Released in 2003, off of Blues Deluxe, that song is a staple for Bonamassa fans. As a track that seems to evolve with every live performance, it's the one we all hope to hear during a Bonamassa show. This acoustic rendition was everything blues cruisers could have wished for. Incredible shredding, scorching vocals, and a fiery performance made this number a dream that no one wanted to wake up from.

While on stage, Bonamassa also announced plans for the sixth installment of Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea. The Norwegian Pearl will head from Miami to Nassau, Bahamas, from Feb. 18-22, 2020. Already scheduled to appear are Buddy Guy, Tab Benoit, Tommy Emmanuel, and Mike Zito. The annual music festival cruise has sold out every year since its inception, so you’re going to want to grab tickets fast. Additionally, a Mediterranean voyage has been added from Aug. 16-21, 2019, sailing through Barcelona, Monte Carlo, and Valletta. The cruise will feature a special performance by Peter Frampton, among others.

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Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea: Mediterranean (Part One) – Joe Bonamassa’s Blues Cruise Included Visit to Nerdville

The second sailing of Joe Bonamassa’s Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea: Mediterranean sailed out of Athens, Greece on August 23, 2022, and before the Norwegian Cruise Line ship Jade returned to the Greek capital five days later cruisers had a chance to see two full shows from Bonamassa as well as multiple performances from other stars like Keb’ Mo’, Walter Trout, Tommy Emmanuel, Samantha Fish, Marc Broussard and Ana Popović. The Jade called at Mykonos, Greece and Kuşadası, Turkey along the way and also made a “stop” at Nerdville.

Some 25 acts entertained fans throughout the cruise, with early morning acoustic shows, full concerts throughout the day and late night jam sessions. And while fans raved about shows from former Van Morrison side man James Hunter and the reggae-fied blues rock of Jackie Venson, there was never any doubt as to who fans adored the most. And there were plenty of chances to enjoy the work of Joe Bonamassa during the cruise, beginning with an evening concert on the Jade ’s pool deck on sail away day.

Bonamassa began his set with “Dust Bowl,” a cut with eerie overtones, before moving into “Evil Mama,” a ‘70s-inspired blues rocker with a funky beat. The song also featured the first of many guitar solos from Joe – a jaw-dropping display that Bonamassa made seem effortless. “I Didn’t Think She Would Do It,” “Notches,” “Just ’Cos You Can Don’t Mean You Should,” “Curtain Call,” and “The Heart That Never Waits” filled out the middle of the show as did a haunting cover of Gary Moore’s “Midnight Blues;” Bonamassa has acknowledged the late Irish firebrand as an influence on his style. As he often does, Bonamassa wrapped up his set with “The Ballad of John Henry.”

Joe’s two concerts during the cruise were only part of how fans could immerse themselves in all-things Bonamassa, who appeared as a guest player at many of the other shows, including sitting in for a song with Jade MacRae, a longtime vocalist in his band. The ship’s television system featured a Joe Bonamassa channel that aired mostly live material 24/7 (another channel featured all the other acts) and for those who wanted Joe to, uh, keep them warm at night, blankets featuring Joe’s likeness could be purchased in the merch area. Perhaps the most unique available experience was the chance for fans to witness a taping of Joe’s podcast Live from Nerdville .

For the episode of Live from Nerdville that was taped in the Jade ’s Stardust Theater, Joe interviewed Tommy Emmanuel, Marc Broussard and Terry Reid. All three conversations began with a recounting of how the two first met. Marveling at how joyous Emmanuel seems to always be on stage, Joe asked Tommy about his passion and Emmanuel responded that meeting people, hearing other people play and jamming was a big part of it; Bonamassa noted for example a 2 ½ hour impromptu off-stage jam between Emmanuel and Keb’ Mo’ that he had witnessed the day before the taping. When Bonamassa commented that the Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea cruises are one of the only places where artists can enjoy that kind of musical camaraderie, Emmanuel jokingly asked “Are you trying to get me to sign up for next year?”

When Broussard came on, Bonamassa posed the question to the Louisiana-born artist, “What is it about the south that creates a sound that no other region in the US or anywhere in the world creates?” Before Marc could answer Joe poked a little fun at his own homeland saying, “There’s no one walking around going, ‘Man, I just can’t get enough of that Upstate New York soul.’” The question is almost impossible to answer and Broussard responded with humor, “I really don’t know. It probably has to do with slight in-breeding and a heavy dose of spice.”

Terry Reid was by far the most-animated of the “Live from Nerdville” guests and he reveled in telling stories. Reid goes back a long way and he had Bonamassa and the audience in stitches as he related a tour where he was the opening act for the Rolling Stones in the 1960s. The Stones were experiencing Beatlemania-like pandemonium at the time and it extended to the opening act, with Reid noting that the crowd’s screaming was so intense that it drowned out the music. No music was played during the taping but it will be edited in for the podcast’s airing, scheduled for later this year.

The next sailing of the Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Mediterranean will be August 17-22, 2023 and once again sail from Athens with calls at Santorini, Greece and Dubrovnik, Croatia. Blackberry Smoke, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Jimmy Vivino and Kirk Fletcher will be among those joining Bonamassa.

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Steve Winwood is part of the line-up of blues hero Joe Bonamassa’s Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Mediterranean II cruise, to take place in August 2022. The event has been announced by Bonamassa, the Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation, and Sixthman.

The cruise follows seven sold-out Caribbean cruises, and a sold-out Mediterranean cruise, and will set sail August 23-28 next year, traveling from Athens, Greece to Mykonos, Greece and Kusadasi, Turkey.

As before, the second European cruise will feature music across multiple stages as well as curated music-centered activities, and one-of-a-kind collaborative sets including one featuring Winwood and Bonamassa together. Winwood joins other newly-confirmed names on the excursion such as Tommy Emmanuel, Samantha Fish, Jackie Venson, and the Reverend Shawn Amos.

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Also on board will be other blues notables such as Walter Trout, Marc Broussard, Ana Popovic, King King, Jimmy Vivino, Blues Pills, the James Hunter Six, Jackie Venson, the Suffers, Kris Barras Band, and Selwyn Birchwood. Fans of British blues-rock from the late 1960s onwards will also note with excitement the presence on the bill of Terry “Superlungs” Reid.

Fans of the blues and of the individual artists are encouraged to reserve their staterooms for the sailing now, at bluesaliveatseaeurope.com. Double occupancy staterooms begin at $1,650 per person, plus taxes and fees. Low deposits and flexible payment plans are available. For a limited time only, all guests who reserve a stateroom on Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Mediterranean II , will receive a free Premium Beverage Package, valued at $495.00 per person, for their entire cabin. More information is available at bluesaliveatseaeurope.com.

The cruise ship for the occasion, the Norwegian Jade, offers 16 different dining options, 15 bars and lounges, casino, spa, and gym. It also features updated design and décor in public spaces and new, state-of-the-art cabin features.

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Music cruises to set sail on the high seas in 2024 and 2025

R ocking and rolling is not how most people prefer their cruise ships. However, if you're sailing on a music-themed cruise, rock 'n' roll is the vibe you want as you soak up some sun and cruise the world with thousands of like-minded music fans.

Music-themed cruises cover a wide array of styles, including rock, metal, country, Broadway, disco and blues. They offer a complete immersion into the world of each genre. You'll enjoy close-up encounters with your favorite artists during performances and meet-and-greets and find a sense of community from being with other fans for multiple days at sea. (Not to mention, you'll get to visit beautiful destinations in the process.)

For more cruise news, reviews and tips, sign up for TPG's cruise newsletter .

Note that these specialty music cruises sell out — often as soon as cabins are made available. All sold-out cruises we're featuring offer a waitlist you can join. You'll be notified if someone cancels, as well as be among the first to be alerted of on-sale dates for future sailings.

Below are 11 music-themed cruises in 2024 and 2025 that are bound to create epic memories, whether your vibe is crowd-surfing during a rock show or belting out show tunes with Broadway's best.

Note: Unless otherwise noted, cruise fares are per person, based on double occupancy, and include cruise basics like meals, select nonalcoholic beverages (water, juice, coffee and tea) and use of the fitness center, hot tubs, pools and casino, among other onboard amenities.

Soft drink and alcohol packages are available for an extra fee. Theme cruise events, such as concerts, are included, though some limited-access special events often cost extra. Fares were valid as of writing but are subject to change based on availability.

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Date : Oct. 27-Nov. 3, 2024

The good ol' days can now be found sailing the Caribbean on the Malt Shop Memories Cruise. Set to take over all decks of Holland America 's Nieuw Amsterdam, the '50s and '60s music cruise will sail from Fort Lauderdale to Phillipsburg, St. Maarten, and Tortola, British Virgin Islands, with four days at sea.

Favorites set to perform on board include The Beach Boys, The Four Tops, Chubby Checker, The Coasters, Darlene Love and The Chantels. Highlights among the ship events range from a senior prom and a sock hop to game shows and karaoke.

The Malt Shop Memories Cruise is filling up fast. Rates for available cabins start at $2,349 per person for an inside cabin.

How to book : Reserve a cabin for this cruise on the Malt Shop Memories Cruise website or by calling 844-855-6258. If your preferred cabin category is currently sold out, you can join the waitlist here .

Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise

Cruise ship : Independence of the Seas

Date : Dec. 9-14, 2024

Maybe one stop in Jamaica isn't enough, and reggae vibes are calling your name. If so, the Welcome to Jamrock Reggae Cruise might appeal to you. This five-night cruise on Royal Caribbean 's Independence of the Seas, organized by Jamrock Productions and Rose Tours, will travel round trip from Miami to Montego Bay and Ocho Rios in Jamaica.

The entire list of performers for the December 2024 voyage hasn't been released as of this writing but so far will include Stone Love, Steelie Basement, Westafa, Seani B and Spexdaboss.

You can also take part in themed parties, soccer and domino tournaments and Jamaica-themed film screenings when you're not enjoying ship amenities like a FlowRider surf simulator, a rock climbing wall, waterslides and a bar arcade.

Welcome to Jamrock's prices start at $1,359 per person for an inside cabin, not including $399 in additional fees and taxes.

How to book : Reserve a cabin for this cruise on the Rose Tours website or by calling 215-663-8800.

Cruise ship : Carnival Magic

Date : Jan. 19-25, 2025

For fans of rock and metal music, ShipRocked is a popular sailing organized by Ask4 Entertainment. The 2025 edition aboard Carnival Cruise Line 's Carnival Magic will start in Miami and include stops in St. Thomas and Half Moon Cay, the line's private island in the Bahamas.

There will be multiple stages for performances throughout the ship. The 2025 lineup will be announced soon, though top bands like Dead Poet Society, Black Stone Cherry, Highly Suspect and I Prevail performed during past cruises. Fans can enjoy one-on-one time with their favorite groups at scheduled meet-and-greets with all the bands.

Prices for ShipRocked's 2025 cruise start at $1,600 per person for an inside cabin. The fare includes access to all performances and meet-and-greets with artists.

How to book : Although this cruise is sold out, there is a waitlist. For future sailings, book through the Ask4 Entertainment Reservations portal or by calling 888-402-2754. A deposit is required to secure your spot. Ask4 Entertainment strongly suggests buying travel insurance.

Groove Cruise

Cruise ship : Allure of the Seas

Date : Jan. 23-27, 2025

Electronic dance music fans 21 and older can turn up on this early 2025 Whet Travel sailing from Miami aboard Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas. The cruise visits the line's private beach, Labadee, in Haiti.

The lineup for the EDM sailing hasn't been announced, but previous performers include major headlining acts Tiësto, Diplo and John Summit, plus a remarkable list of dance music stars, such as Aly & Fila, Boris, Craig Connelly, Disco Lines, Haliene and Joel Corry.

Along with multiple music sets, Groove Cruise hosts fun theme party nights focusing on everything from an '80s prom to fire and ice.

Cabins on Groove Cruise start at around $1,549 per person for an inside cabin.

How to book : At the time of writing, the ship was mostly sold out, with fewer than 200 cabins available to book. To add your name to waitlists and be among the first to know about future sailings, head to Whet Travel's website or call 877-438-9438.

The Country Music Cruise

Date : Jan. 19-26, 2025

Adding more than a bit of boot-scootin' country to the cruise life, The Country Music Cruise takes over Holland America's Nieuw Amsterdam for a weeklong jamboree at sea. The voyage leaves from Fort Lauderdale, with stops in Key West, Florida, and Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico.

The artist lineup of country music favorites includes John Michael Montgomery, Deana Carter, The Bellamy Brothers, Neal McCoy and Lacy J. Dalton. This is your chance to meet and greet the country stars, join in on jam sessions and attend panel discussions. If you like to kick up your heels, you'll have plenty of opportunities for line dancing, Texas swing and two-stepping.

Cabins for The Country Music Cruise are sold out, but you can add your name to the waitlist. Rates start at $2,399, plus taxes and additional fees totaling $365, per person for an inside cabin.

How to book : To join the waitlist, head to StarVista Live's website or call 866-476-2879.

Chris Jericho's Rock 'N' Wrestling Rager at Sea

Cruise ship : Norwegian Gem

Date : Jan. 31-Feb. 4, 2025

Wrestling and rock fans will love this Sixthman cruise with wrestler and musician Chris Jericho. For the fifth installment of Chris Jericho's Rock 'N' Wrestling Rager at Sea, cruisers will sail on Norwegian Cruise Line 's Norwegian Gem from Miami to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.

The 2025 lineup hasn't been announced yet beyond two musical guests, Fozzy and Kuarantine. The sailing will offer autograph sessions and host four days of wrestling matches featuring wrestlers from All Elite Wrestling.

Rates for Chris Jericho's Rock 'N' Wrestling Rager at Sea cruise start at $1,100, plus taxes, per person for an inside cabin.

How to book : Cruisers eager to jam and sit ringside can learn more on Sixthman's website or by calling 877-379-9174.

Outlaw Country Cruise 9

Date : Feb. 22-28, 2025

If you're a little more country than rock 'n' roll, maybe a cruise with a country twang is the right vacation for you. In February, Norwegian Gem will host the ninth installment of the popular Outlaw Country Cruise. This Sixthman voyage will sail from Miami and stop in Nassau, Bahamas, and St. Thomas.

The ship features five different venues where notable country acts like Old Crow Medicine Show, John Hiatt, Lucinda Williams, Steve Earle and Carlene Carter will perform. Along with endless concerts, passengers can enjoy activities like yoga classes and film screenings.

The cruise is sold out and is waitlist only. Rates start at $1,465 per person for an inside cabin.

How to book : For more information or to join the waitlist, check out Sixthman's sign-up page or call 877-379-9189.

Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea X

Date : March 21-26, 2025

For blues and jazz fans, Sixthman also offers the Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea X cruise, which sails from Miami and stops in Harvest Caye, Belize, and Costa Maya, Mexico. Aboard Norwegian Gem, passengers will have access to ship amenities like pools and a casino in addition to special music events.

The lineup for the cruise features musicians like Joe Bonamassa, Samantha Fish, Eric Gales, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, Larkin Poe and Thunderstorm Artis. More artists will be announced closer to the sail date.

There will also be collaboration shows from some of the artists on board, as well as autograph sessions for fans to meet their favorite musicians.

Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea X is sold out and waitlist only. Join the waitlist, as cancellations do occur. You'll also be among the first to be alerted about future sailings. The rates for the 2025 cruise start at $1,630 per person for an inside cabin.

How to book : To join the waitlist, visit Sixthman's sign-up page or call 877-379-9170.

The Broadway Cruise 3

Date : March 31-April 4, 2025

Tony Award-winning Broadway stars are coming aboard for Sixthman's third Broadway Cruise, which will sail round trip from Miami to Cozumel, Mexico. Aboard Norwegian Gem, passengers will have access to ship amenities like pools and a waterslide, a climbing wall and a casino, plus many special concerts, events and insider panels.

The lineup for the 2025 Broadway Cruise hasn't been announced yet, though last year's cruise featured Tony Award winners like Christian Borle, Matt Doyle and Santino Fontana, as well as Broadway A-listers Phillipa Soo, Norm Lewis and Daphne Rubin-Vega.

Expect plenty of fun Broadway-themed events, including a Broadway pub crawl and show tune singalongs, plus autograph sessions for fans to meet their favorite Broadway stars.

Prices are not published as of this writing, but expect them to hover around $1,600 per person for an inside cabin.

How to book : To join the presale, visit Sixthman's sign-up page or call 877-379-9172.

'70s Rock & Romance Cruise

Cruise ship : Celebrity Summit

Date : March 15-22, 2025

The best of the '70s lives on as music icons from that rockin' era show they've still got it on the '70s Rock & Romance Cruise. This weeklong getaway on Celebrity Cruises ' Celebrity Summit, organized by StarVista Live, will sail from Fort Lauderdale to Cozumel and Costa Maya in Mexico.

The lineup of '70s rock legends includes Air Supply, Kansas, The Guess Who, Melissa Manchester, The Family Stone and Dire Straits Legacy. They'll be performing, hosting events and attending special meet-and-greets.

The top-tier music acts join a long lineup of rock 'n' roll icons. The cruise will feature days filled with concerts, artist Q&A sessions, panel discussions and game shows.

Available rooms start at $2,449, plus taxes and additional fees of $365, per person for an inside cabin.

How to book : To book a cabin, head to StarVista Live's website or call 844-466-7625.

Ultimate Disco Cruise and Beyond

Cruise ship : Norwegian Pearl

Date : Feb. 19-25, 2025

Jam out at sea to the greatest disco anthems as Ultimate Disco Cruise and Beyond returns for a fifth year in 2025. The six-night cruise is an immersive, nonstop music festival with legendary music acts performing and hosting events throughout Norwegian Pearl. The round-trip itinerary from Miami includes port stops in Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico.

The 2025 lineup includes Kool & The Gang, Shalamar, Lisa Lisa, George McCrae, Boogie Wonder Band, Rose Royce and other classic disco acts. In addition to more than 40 live performances, entertainment will include dance and costume parties, theme nights, dance contests and game shows. Passengers will appreciate the opportunity to go behind the music as artists sit for intimate Q&A sessions, panel discussions and meet-and-greets.

Prices for Ultimate Disco Cruise and Beyond start at $1,799 per person for an inside cabin, not including $300 per person in taxes and port fees.

How to book : Head to Ultimate Disco Cruise and Beyond's website to reserve your cabin soon, as the ship is filling up fast.

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Equipped with ice-breaking technology, these huge fancy yachts are the only river cruisers running all year around. The round trip journey takes two and a half hours and floats past all the big sights like the White House, Novodevichy monastery and the Kremlin. There’s a large open air observation deck up top, while the main body of the ship houses a restaurant with a dance floor for a romantic post dinner dance. For a particularly romantic experience take one of the evening boats and admire the bright lights of the city skyline at night.

The most relaxing and picturesque tour that Moscow can offer: a great way to see the city center and its main attractions. This is a perfect alternative to exploring the city by car, if you only have time to do sightseeing during weekday rush hours.

Your English-speaking guide is eager to share every bit of their knowledge about the surrounding landscape, the architecture and historical details.

We conduct Moscow river tour on Radisson Flotilla boats all year around!  It’s warm inside during winter months, while there’s air conditioning during hot summer days. You may also treat yourself to drinks, lunch or dinner on board (drinks and food are not included in tour price).

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Kievsky Railway Central

Novodevichy Convent

Luzhniki Stadium

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Moscow Kremlin

St.Basil's Cathedral

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We are Sergey and Simon, a Russian and a Frenchman, both  passionate about Moscow, Saint-Petersburg and classic cars. Together, we have created Put-in tours. Our goal is to help you experience Russian culture off the beaten path. Join us onboard our classic Soviet van and let’s get rolling!

In Moscow we offer you a city tour to discover most of the city in an original way as well as a night tour to admire the lights. Our pubcrawl is ideal to explore Moscow’s night-life and have fun. If you are craving to discover Russian culture, come impress your senses during our monastery diner or join our 100% Russian Banya Excursion . The latest will also bring you to Sergiyev Posad and it’s famous monastery!

For the most extreme travellers, our shooting tour will deliver your daily dose of adrenaline whereas our tank excursion will let you ride a real tank and shoot a bazooka.

We also offer help to receive your visa , safe and multilingual airport transfers , as well as organisation services for team-building events or bachelor parties .

All our excursions (but the monastery diner) happen onboard our Soviet military vans and can be covered by our  professionnal photographer or videographer.

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We welcome you in Saint Petersburg onboard our Soviet van to discover the imperial city with our city tour and night tour .

Continue your discovery in style! The adrenaline lovers will like our shooting tour  which brings 3 Russian weapons to the tip of your trigger finger.

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At Put-in tours, we put you in our classic Soviet vans to go explore Moscow, Saint Petersburg and Russian culture off the beaten path. Discover our Moscow city guided tour, visit Moscow by night, join our banya & Sergiyev Posad excursion, visit and dine in one of Moscow's oldest monastery or even Luzhniki stadium, before you party on our famous pubcrawl! Original and atypical tours : Shoot AK47 and a bazooka after riding on a tank with our tank & bazooka excursion ! Extreme tours: Fly a fighter jet in Moscow onboard a L-29 or L-39 aircraft!

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