Sewing Retreat at Sea

Our Itinerary departing Galveston, TX:

Day 1, Sunday March 22:          Galveston
Day 2, Monday March 23:         At Sea (Sewing & Class Day!)
Day 3, Tuesday March 24:      Cozumel, Mexico
Day 4, Wednesday March 25:  George Town, Grand Cayman
Day 5, Thursday March 26:    Falmouth, Jamaica
Day 6, Friday March 27:          At Sea (Another Sewing & Class Day!)
Day 7, Saturday March 28:      At Sea (Even more sewing & classes!)
Day 8, Sunday March 29:        Galveston

Instructors

Meet the instructors that will have you sewing fun travel and tropical themed projects! We’ll learn lots, have loads of fun, make lasting memories, meet new friends, and come away with at least a couple finished projects. Sounds like a win-win to us!

Danielle Wilkes

If you’ve ever taken a class with Danielle, you know one thing is certain, you’ll have fun and laugh!  Aside from the entertainment, you’ll also get a chance to do some embroidery projects.  We will make zipper pouches, luggage tags, and more.  The machines we are using embroider AND sew, so we will use both features, but mostly embroidery.  If this is your introduction into the world of machine embroidery, buckle up, baby, because this is addictive.

Erin Schlosser

Erin was born to be a teacher with her calm approach, positive attitude, and smiles.  She is best known for making any technique, no matter the difficulty, easy peasy! She LOVES to teach, and she has a real knack for helping people fall in love with sewing! If you get nervous about a project, trust me, Erin is your girl to walk you through it like a seasoned professional. Look forward to making fun beachy projects with Erin!

What about a sewing machine?

Best part? You don’t have to bring your machine! Mark with Sew Vac City will be providing the best Janome machines for us to sew on! This leaves more room in your luggage for clothes or souvenirs!

Available Room Types – There are a limited supply of each type reserved. Register early for best selection! After our initial block of reserved rooms is full, any additional guests will be added at current market rate based on cabin availability.

Take advantage of Pay-In-Full Pricing! Register and pay in full by August 1, 2019 and get a super stuffed exclusive swag bag that you don’t want to miss out on!

Interior Cabin

$1047.98 per person (Guests 1-2)
Two twin beds, or convert them into a queen-size. Private bathroom.

Oceanview Cabin

$1247.95 per person (Guests 1-2)
Two twin beds, or convert into a queen-size, gorgeous view, private bathroom.

Balcony Cabin

$1467.95 per person (Guests 1-2, rates may vary slightly from deck to deck.)
Beautiful room with a private balcony! Private bathroom, two twin beds (can convert to queen-size), sitting area.

What does your price include?

Shipboard accommodations for the entire duration of the cruise
ALL Meals, activities, and entertainment on board
THREE FULL days of sewing and machine embroidery classes!
And lots of extras we have in store for you!!

**Want to bring a non-sewing buddy?**

Not a problem! We’d love to have them! They can take advantage of all the ship and ports have to offer, just not participate in the sewing classes on sea days. Their fare will be $150 less than yours.

What you’ll be responsible for:

-Shipboard gratuities.
-Kit fees or supplies for the class. We promise, it won’t be anything out of the ordinary!
-Any port excursions you’d like to participate in. Erin can also assist in finding the best things for you to do on port days! After registration she’ll be in touch to assign you a room, make sure you are rooming with your friend, and help you with all the other accommodations you’ll need!

Deposit/Payment Details

$250 deposit per person required to reserve your cabin.
Final payment is due December 16, 2019.
Payment plans ARE available at no extra charge to break up the fee after initial deposit is made.

We’ll be sailing on Royal Caribbean’s Liberty of the Seas, one of Erin’s favorite ships! On our three sea days we’ll be busy sewing and having fun. In the evenings sit down to a nice dinner or something casual, then catch one of the many complimentary evening shows on board. Need a break during the day? There’s free ice cream cones up by the pool, miniature golf, or even rock climbing or surfing!

For a wonderful relax, head to one of the many pools or whirlpools on board, a couple of which are adults only!

Don’t forget to try the olive tapenade at the Windjammer, it’s a favorite!

Grand Cayman

Grand Cayman is where the high life meets island life. This international banking haven is as much known for award-winning beaches as for the flocks of celebrities and high rollers that frequent them. You can sip Cayman Mama’s while rubbing shoulders with the global glitterati. During your Grand Cayman cruise, you can snorkel with stingrays in Stingray City. Treat your inner foodie at eateries established by acclaimed top chefs like Michael Schwartz, or chow down on conch fritters by the seashore. You can even soak up some rays at one of the beaches voted best in the world, Seven Mile Beach. And do it all in the same day.

Attractions & Activities

Stroll the Seven Mile Beach

• Swim with Stingrays.
• Enjoy the local cuisine. Locally caught fish is the main attraction in Grand Cayman cuisine. And you’ll find plenty of shellfish served marinated, in fritters, or in hearty chowders. Rum is the drink of choice, so make sure you try the “Cayman Mama,” a local signature cocktail made with light and coconut rums, banana liqueur, Triple Sec, pineapple juice, and a dash of Grenadine or strawberry syrup.

Falmouth, Jamaica

The birthplace of reggae, Jamaica gave the world the soundtrack of its relaxed lifestyle, good-time-loving people and fearless optimism. As soon as you arrive in Jamaica, you’ll sense how much this destination honors the sensibilities of its musical export.

Attractions & Activities

Experience the ancient Mayan City of Chacchoben. Largely unexplored until 1999, this Mayan site dates back to 360 A.D. when it played an important role in the distribution of such precious items as wood, jade and exotic birds.

• Soak your feet in pristine blue waters at Bamboo Beach Club in Ocho Rios.
• Splash around Dunn’s River Falls, where cold, clear mountain water pours down on the rocks in mini-waterfalls.
• journey into the rainforest at Mystic Mountain, and take the SkyExplorer chairlift above the treetops to the mountain’s summit.
• Get to know Bob Marley with a tour of his birthplace town, Nine Mile. Saunter the grounds of the Greenwood Great House, an 18th-century mansion, or discover Jamaican fine art at the renowned National Museum West.

Cozumel

The crystal clear water surrounding Cozumel makes it a favorite for divers and sun-seekers from around the world. Found on the Yucatan peninsula, it is the largest of Mexico’s islands and steeped in history, tracing Mayan descendants from 300 A.D. In town, there is shopping for local crafts and dining in colorful restaurants.

Attractions & Activities

Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the ruins of the ancient Mayan city of Tulúm, majestically perched above the turquoise Caribbean. The site was occupied as far back as 600 A.D. However, it was most densely populated around 1200 A.D. You will be struck by the pyramid-shaped El Castillo, which dominates the city from atop a forty-foot cliff. The nearby Temple of the Descending God provides equally excellent insight into the architecture of the Mayan people, who gained considerable achievements in the arts and sciences, only to decline and vanish for no apparent reason.

• Explore the underwater world of Chankanaab on a deep-sea adventure aboard the Atlantis Submarine.
• Discover what makes a dolphin so magical as you play and interact with these amazing creatures in Chankanaab National Marine Park.
• Sit back, relax, and bury your toes in the white sand of Playa del Sol beach in Cozumel. This destination offers all the food, drinks and activities you can imagine, including relaxing massages on the beach.
• Take a Jeep-safari adventure through the tropical landscape of Cozumel’s east side. Ride through sand dunes and trails for an unforgettable experience.
• Join the Fiesta party boat for a fun-filled trip to Playa del Sol, with margaritas, rum punch and a live band setting the mood for fun.
• Helmet dive in Chankanaab and trek around coral reefs to see the abundant marine life up close.
• Escape to the secluded beauty of your own private beach paradise, Passion Island, by a four-person canoe or motorized tender