Caribbean Collage
A Western Caribbean Quilting Adventure
Pack your supplies and your sense of adventure for Caribbean Collage, an unforgettable Western Caribbean quilting cruise aboard Holland America’s Eurodam!
Sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, we’ll explore the tropical beauty and colorful cultures of the Bahamas, Jamaica, Honduras, Belize, and Mexico.
At sea, the creativity begins! Join educator Shirley Gubatan for inspiring quilting classes, plus enjoy open sewing time to stitch, create, laugh, and connect with fellow quilters.
From colorful fabrics to colorful Caribbean destinations, Caribbean Collage brings together everything we love—quilting, travel, friendship, and adventure!
Come stitch your own piece of paradise with us!
About the Educator: Shirley Gubatan
Shirley Gubatan is a Certified Laura Heine Collage Instructor from Warrenton, VA.
Shirley was born and raised in the Bay Area of California and has been sewing and creating for more than 40 years. Fifteen years ago, she jumped into the quilting world with both feet! Since then, Shirley has used an array of techniques to produce numerous quilts (of various designs and patterns). For several years, Shirley has been a quilting and needlework judge at various fairs and shows. In addition to quilting, Shirley enjoys creating quilting collages and hand making bags. She is a certified Laura Heine Collage technique instructor and has taught those classes from coast to coast.
About the Project
Shirley will be teaching the main project, titled Margarita Glass, which is fitting for being on a Caribbean cruise. She also will be teaching a bonus project, the fun Tote Bag, so you have something to carry your project materials around, or simply to use for Island Shopping.
Actual fabrics and colors may be different than shown in photos.
Stay Salty by Laura Heine
Shake up your quilting routine! Celebrate the cruise life with this festive, margarita-themed collage quilt. Whether displayed in your kitchen or living room, it’s sure to keep the vacation memories alive long after we dock. Finishes at 27” x 35 ½”.
Head’n Out Tote Bag – Bonus Project
Grab your gear and get ready to explore! This beginner-friendly, roomy tote is the ultimate companion for every port stop on our cruise. Featuring a handy back pocket and two interior pockets, it offers plenty of space for all your shore excursion treasures. Best of all, you’ll master easy, fool-proof curves and fusible appliqué to stitch it together with total confidence!
CRUISE ITINERARY
11 night Western Caribbean Cruise
4 March 2028: Depart from Ft Lauderdale, Florida at 4pm – Evening Meet and Greet
5 March 2028: Half Moon Cay, Bahamas from 9am to 5pm – Evening Quilting Class Begins
6 March 2028: Quilting Day at Sea – Pre-Dinner Cocktail Meet Up – Evening Stitch & Sail
7 March 2028: Ocho Rios, Jamaica from 8am to 5pm – Evening Stitch & Sail
8 March 2028: Georgetown, Grand Cayman from 8am to 5pm – Evening Stitch & Sail
9 March 2028: Quilting Day at Sea – Evening Stitch & Sail
10 March 2028: Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Honduras from 8am to 5pm – Evening Stitch & Sail
11 March 2028: Belize City, Belize from 7am to 4pm – Evening Stitch & Sail
12 March 2028: Cozumel, Mexico from 8am to 7pm – Evening Stitch & Sail
13 March 2028: Quilting Day at Sea – Evening Stitch & Sail
14 March 2028: Morning Quilting at Sea – Nassau, Bahamas from 11am to 6pm
15 March 2028: Arrive Ft Lauderdale, Florida at 7am – Disembarkation per Holland America
HOME AWAY FROM HOME: HOLLAND AMERICA EURODAM
Launched in 2008 and refreshed in early 2023, this Holland America Line vessel still delivers the line’s trademark strengths: gracious service, strong food, and a calm onboard atmosphere.
Even on a high-energy theme cruise, when demands are higher and schedules tighter, the crew was everywhere—visible, engaged, and clearly enjoying themselves while still keeping up with guest expectations.
Eurodam’s deck plan is logical and mercifully uncluttered, one of the ship’s enduring strengths. Cabins are largely separated from nightlife and entertainment venues, which helps keep accommodation decks quiet.
Features of this ship include:
- World Stage Shows
- Comedians
- Magicians
- Musical Entertainment
- Trivia
- Dance Classes
- Wine and Beer Tastings
- Casino
- Several bars and lounges
- The Crows Nest – panoramic views
- Main Lido Pool
- Sea View Aft Pool
- 5 Hot Tubs
- Greenhouse Spa and Salon
- Hydrotherapy pool
- Fitness Center
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Onboard accommodations
- Port fees and taxes
- Have It All Amenities
- Quilting Classes and Activities
- Project Kit
- Scheduled Stitch & Sail
- Open Sewing Hours
- Group Meet and Greet
- Group Dining
- Farewell Reception
- Machines provided by:
PRICING
ALL PRICING IS IN USD.
Pricing is per person, based on double occupancy. Other categories and occupancy are available upon request. Pricing is subject to change until booked and deposited in full.
The Have It All Promotion is currently available and will automatically be added to your booking. The Have It All promotion is valid for the 1st and 2nd person in the stateroom and includes a FREE beverage package and FREE specialty dining for 2 nights.
Occasionally, it also may include one of the following: Wifi Package, Shore Excursion Credit, OR Onboard Gratuities.
Neptune Suite:
SA: $7844 per person – Rooms are on Deck 7 Midship (near Neptune Lounge)
SC: $7064 per person – Rooms are on Deck 6 Aft – Rear Facing
Description: Neptune Suites feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows with a door that opens to a private verandah, two lower beds that convert to a king-sized bed, large sitting area with sofa bed, dressing room, and private bathroom with dual sink vanity, shower stall and full-sized whirlpool tub. All staterooms include bathrobes, Elemis bath amenities, complimentary fresh fruit, flat-panel TV and DVD player, personal safe, telephone, and hair dryer.
Neptune Suite Amenities: Complimentary laundry and dry cleaning, oversize bath towels, corsages and boutonnieres for formal night, hors d’oeuvres before dinner, binoculars and umbrellas for use on the cruise, cocktail party with ship officers, priority boarding, priority dining and seating requests, daily breakfast service, high tea service in-suite, access to the Neptune Lounge.
Stateroom Size: 500 – 712 sq ft *
Verandah:
Category VA: $5064 per person – Rooms are on Deck 8 – Midship
Category VB: $4994 per person – Rooms are on Decks 4, 5, 6, 7 – Mid-Forward, Mid-Aft and Rear Facing
Category VC: $4924 per person – Rooms are on Decks 5 and 7 Mid-Forward and Mid-Aft
Category VD: $4854 per person – Rooms are on Decks 6, 7 – Forward and Aft
Description: Verandah staterooms feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows with a door that opens to a private balcony, two lower beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, sitting area, and private bathroom with tub/shower combination. All staterooms include bathrobes, Elemis bath amenities, complimentary fresh fruit, flat-panel TV and DVD player, personal safe, telephone, and hair dryer.
Stateroom Size: 212 – 359 sq ft *
Ocean View:
Category C: $4364 per person – Rooms are on Deck 1 Midship
Category D: $4324 per person – Rooms are on Deck 1 Mid-Forward
Description: Oceanview staterooms feature a picture window, two lower beds that convert to a queen-sized bed, and private bathroom with tub/shower combination. All staterooms include bathrobes, Elemis bath amenities, complimentary fresh fruit, flat-panel TV and DVD player, personal safe, telephone, and hair dryer.
Stateroom Size: 174 – 180 sq ft *
Interior:
Category K: $3784 per person – Rooms are on Deck 1, 5 and 6 Forward and Aft
Category L: $3764 per person – Rooms are on Deck 5, 6 and 7 Forward and Aft
Description: Large Interior staterooms feature two lower beds that convert to a queen-sized bed and private bathroom with shower. All staterooms include bathrobes, Elemis bath amenities, complimentary fresh fruit, flat-panel TV and DVD player, personal safe, telephone, and hair dryer.
Stateroom Size: 151 – 233 sq ft *
Payment Schedule: Monthly Payment Plans are Available Upon Request
*Payments to Holland America as well as Travel Adventures will appear on your credit card statements to equal the total of your initial trip cost.
(Pricing and availability are subject to change at any time unless booked and deposited)
$600 deposit per person: Due at the time of booking
2nd deposit of $500 per person: Due on or before 15 October 2027
Final Payment: Due on or before 1 December 2027
**Trip/Travel Insurance will be quoted by email following the original deposit.
Cancellation Fee Schedule: These fees are in addition to any fees charged by the cruise line.
A $500 cancellation fee per person will be assessed beginning 15 June 2027
An $1100 cancellation fee per person will be assessed beginning 15 October 2027
Cancellations made 120 days or less prior to the cruise departure date will be 100% non-refundable.