Holiday Cruises
Celebrate the Holidays in a Whole New Way
Imagine celebrating the holidays surrounded by sparkling lights, beautifully decorated ships, festive music and incredible destinations—all while someone else takes care of the cooking, cleaning and details.
A holiday cruise offers a unique way to celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s and the entire holiday season. Whether you’re looking for a festive family getaway, a romantic escape or a luxurious celebration with friends, cruising during the holidays can turn your vacation into a tradition you’ll look forward to year after year. At Sail Away Group Travel, we can help you find the perfect holiday cruise and take care of the details along the way.
Leave the Holiday Stress at Home
The holidays are supposed to be about spending time together, but the season can also bring plenty of stress. Shopping, cooking, decorating, entertaining and coordinating everyone’s schedules can quickly become overwhelming. A holiday cruise gives you the opportunity to step away from the hustle and simply enjoy the season.
Your ship becomes your holiday home, complete with festive decorations, special meals, entertainment and activities. Instead of worrying about what’s next on your to-do list, you can relax, explore new destinations and spend quality time with the people who matter most.
A Holiday Experience at Sea
Ocean cruise lines go all out during the holiday season.
Ships are transformed with beautiful decorations, giant Christmas trees, lights and festive displays. Many offer special holiday menus, seasonal entertainment, visits from Santa, themed activities and celebrations for the entire family.
Depending on your cruise line and itinerary, you may be able to enjoy:
- Beautiful holiday decorations throughout the ship
- Christmas and Hanukkah celebrations
- Special holiday dinners and menus
- Visits from Santa
- Holiday-themed entertainment
- Caroling and live musical performances
- Festive parties and celebrations
- Family activities and children’s programming
- Christmas morning celebrations
- New Year’s Eve parties
- Champagne toasts and special events
- Shopping and holiday markets in port
And perhaps the best part? You get to enjoy it all without having to prepare the meal or clean up afterward.
Celebrate Christmas Somewhere Extraordinary
One of the greatest advantages of a holiday cruise is the opportunity to combine the traditions of the season with a completely different destination. You could spend Christmas morning sailing through the Caribbean, explore European Christmas markets along the Rhine, or wake up in a beautiful new port on a luxury ocean cruise.
Caribbean Christmas Cruises
Trade cold weather and holiday errands for sunshine, turquoise water and palm trees. A Caribbean holiday cruise can combine the festive atmosphere of the ship with beautiful beaches, warm weather and tropical destinations. Spend Christmas relaxing by the pool, exploring a new island or enjoying a special holiday meal with your family.
European Christmas Market Cruises
For a truly magical holiday experience, consider a river cruise through Europe’s famous Christmas markets. Cities and villages along rivers such as the Rhine, Main and Danube come alive with holiday markets, lights, decorations, traditional foods and seasonal celebrations. Imagine strolling through a European Christmas market, sipping a warm drink and browsing handmade gifts before returning to your luxurious river ship.
New Year’s Cruises
Why wait until January to start celebrating? New Year’s cruises provide an unforgettable way to ring in the new year. Enjoy an elegant dinner, live entertainment, dancing and a midnight celebration while surrounded by beautiful scenery and new friends. Some itineraries even allow you to celebrate the arrival of the New Year in one of the world’s most exciting cities.
A Holiday Gift Everyone Can Enjoy
A cruise can also be the perfect holiday gift for the person who already has everything. Instead of buying another item that may eventually end up in a closet, give your family or loved ones an experience they’ll remember for years. A cruise creates opportunities to spend time together, explore new places, enjoy great food and make memories that can’t be wrapped in a box.
Luxury Holiday Cruising
If you’re looking to make the holidays especially memorable, consider a luxury cruise. Luxury ocean and river cruise lines offer an elevated holiday experience with exceptional dining, personalized service, beautiful accommodations and thoughtfully designed itineraries.
For travelers who prefer a more intimate experience, a luxury river cruise can combine festive holiday celebrations with visits to charming European towns and Christmas markets. For those looking for warm weather and more onboard amenities, luxury ocean cruising offers a completely different way to celebrate—with world-class dining, spacious accommodations and extraordinary destinations.
Make Holiday Cruising a Family Tradition
One of the most rewarding aspects of a holiday cruise is the opportunity to create new family traditions. Imagine gathering together for a special Christmas Eve dinner, taking a family photo in front of the ship’s Christmas tree, exploring a new destination on Christmas Day or watching the sunset together from your balcony.
Years later, those are the moments you’ll remember. A holiday cruise isn’t just a vacation. It can become part of your family’s story.
Holiday Cruises for Groups
Planning a holiday celebration for a larger group? Sail Away Group Travel can help coordinate group cruises for families, friends, organizations and other groups looking to celebrate together.
Group cruising can make it easier to bring everyone together while allowing each traveler to enjoy the vacation in their own way. We can help with accommodations, group coordination, cruise planning, travel protection and other details to make your holiday getaway as seamless as possible.
Your Holiday Escape Starts Here
Whether you’re dreaming of a tropical Christmas, a European Christmas market adventure or an unforgettable New Year’s celebration, there is a holiday cruise waiting for you.
At Sail Away Group Travel, we take the time to understand how you want to travel and help match you with the right cruise line, ship and itinerary. Let us take care of the planning while you focus on what the holidays are really about—relaxing, celebrating and spending time together.
Make This Holiday Season One to Remember
Skip the holiday stress and give yourself something truly special this year. Pack your bags, leave the cooking and cleaning behind, and let the celebration begin at sea. Your next holiday tradition could be just a cruise away.