Monthlong Holiday Celebration Brings Festive Entertainment, Seasonal Flavors and Family Fun to Paradise and Islander, Nov. 30–Dec. 31
WHO:
Margaritaville at Sea, bringing Margaritaville’s iconic hospitality and laid-back lifestyle to the open ocean with island-inspired getaways aboardParadise and Islander.
WHAT:
Margaritaville at Sea is trading winter chills for tropical thrills with the return of Very Merry Margaritaville, Nov. 30 through Dec. 31, 2026. Throughout the month, Paradise and Islander will transform into floating holiday celebrations, combining festive entertainment, seasonal flavors and family-friendly traditions with sun-soaked getaways to the Bahamas, Key West and Mexico.
Highlights of the holiday celebration include:
- Festive Fun for Everyone: From ugly sweater competitions and holiday trivia to ornament making with Mrs. Claus, guests of all ages can get into the spirit with seasonal crafts, activities and special photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus on select sailings.
- Seasonal Sips and Holiday Bites: The popular Mistletoe Margarita and Candy Cane Colada return alongside holiday-inspired coffee drinks, specialty dining menus and festive desserts served throughout both ships.
- Holiday Entertainment, Margaritaville Style: The season comes alive with carol singalongs, festive performances, holiday movies under the stars and A Very Merry Holiday Show, an all-new theater production featuring the onboard entertainment cast.
- Holiday Cheer from Ship to Shore: Both ships will be decked out in seasonal décor, with holiday merchandise available in onboard shops. Special shore excursions will also bring local traditions into the celebration, including a Mexican mariachi experience and a traditional Christmas celebration in Cozumel.
HOLIDAY GETAWAYS:
Guests looking to celebrate the season at sea can choose from special holiday departures, including a four-night Bahamas Duo sailing aboardParadise on Dec. 24, and a five-night Key West and Cozumel sailing aboard Islander on Dec. 23. Additional departures on Dec. 28 include a four-night Bahamas Duo sailing aboard Paradise and a five-night Mexico Duo sailing aboard Islander, visiting Progreso and Cozumel.
SPECIAL OFFER:
Travelers can also take advantage of Margaritaville at Sea’s Early Access to Black Friday promotion, featuring 65% off cruise fares, plus free fares for third and fourth guests on select sailing dates.
WHEN:
Very Merry Margaritaville: Nov. 30 through Dec. 31, 2026
Early Access to Black Friday: book by through Nov. 3, 2026
WHERE:
Aboard Paradise, sailing from the Port of Palm Beach, and Islander, sailing from Port Tampa Bay, Florida.
HOW:
For more information and reservations, visit MargaritavilleAtSea.com.
About Margaritaville at Sea Cruise Line
Margaritaville at Sea brings Margaritaville’s iconic hospitality to the open ocean, delivering one-of-a-kind offshore vacation experiences inspired by the laid-back lifestyle of its namesake. With three distinct ships and an expanding lineup of itineraries, Margaritaville at Sea offers something for every kind of traveler. Beginning in 2027, guests can set sail aboard the all-new Beachcomber, the line’s newest flagship vessel, offering 4- to 8-night itineraries from PortMiami to the Eastern and Southern Caribbean before repositioning to Galveston in October 2027 for a diverse lineup of far-reaching itineraries throughout the Caribbean and Latin America. The Islander departs from Port Tampa Bay on 4- to 10-night adventures to Mexico and the Western Caribbean, while the Paradise provides quick and easy 3- to 5-night getaways from Palm Beach to The Bahamas and Key West. Onboard, guests can relax in comfort across a range of fully immersive suites and staterooms inspired by the sea, sand, and sun. Each ship features a wide array of inclusive and specialty dining options with chef-crafted, island-inspired cuisine; uniquely themed bars and lounges with non-stop live entertainment; a kids’ club and arcade; the Margaritaville Casino; the St. Somewhere Spa & Salon; multiple pools and hot tubs; and plenty of quiet spaces to soak up the Caribbean sun with a world-class crew and unforgettable hospitality. Sail away to an island state of mind atMargaritavilleAtSea.com.