JANUARY 3 – 10, 2026
The Mexican Riviera Winter Fiesta Cruise sounds like a fantastic way to spend the winter months! This type of cruise typically features stops at some of Mexico’s most iconic coastal destinations, all while offering a festive and tropical atmosphere on board.
1. Destinations Along the Mexican Riviera
The Mexican Riviera spans the Pacific coast of Mexico, offering some stunning beaches and vibrant cities to visit. Common ports of call on a Winter Fiesta Cruise may include:
- Puerto Vallarta: A beautiful resort town known for its cobblestone streets, charming colonial architecture, and stunning beaches.
- Mazatlán: Often referred to as the “Pearl of the Pacific,” Mazatlán boasts a long coastline, historic center, and excellent seafood.
- Cabo San Lucas: Famous for its dramatic coastal scenery, including the iconic El Arco rock formation, and a lively nightlife scene.
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About the Educator: Veronica Cox – Quiltsmart Certified Educator
Veronica is the owner of Bear Thread Designs, Inc. and has traveled extensively, teaching the art of fusible appliqué, using The Appliqué Pressing Sheet™. She has demonstrated the technique at quilt shows, guild meetings and cruises.
Veronica was taught to sew by her grandma at the age of 4. Her first project was to sew a button and from there, her projects grew. She learned to machine sew by accidentally sewing over her finger and has since learned the right way to use a sewing machine. Growing up she made most of her own clothes, and enjoyed making clothes for her children when they were growing up. In 1990 she was introduced to quilting by her mother-in-law and was hooked. Since then, she has taught many classes and workshops.
She is the owner of Bear Thread Designs, Inc. which is the manufacturer of The Applique Pressing Sheet ™, Grip-n-Press™, Grip-n-Grip, The Angelina Sheet, Stick-n-Press and Sew Clean. Our products were first featured in Miniature Quilts Magazine and have also been seen in mediums such as, Sewing & Embroidery Professionals, Round Bobbin’s Newsletter, Fons & Porter’s Love of Quilting and Quiltmaker. Veronica has appeared on American Quilts Creatively on 8 different shows as well as being featured on QNN. The Appliqué Pressing Sheet has also been featured on many HGTV programs and has been used and endorsed by many quilting personalities such as, Sue Hausmann of America Sews and America Quilts Creatively, Debbie Mumm of Mumm’s the Word, McKenna Ryan of Pine Needle Designs and Linda Simmons of Sulky. In the winter of 2001,
Veronica was the judge for the Liberty County Go-Texan Quilt Competition in which the winner went on to compete at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. She has judged the Red Dress competition for Janome Sewing Machines, as well as their White on White and Embellishment contests in 2007. In 2008 she judged the Batson Oil Patch Quilt Show. In 2002, she demonstrated “Fun with Fusible”, the art of fusible appliqué, on the Round Bobbin Cruise to the Mexican Rivera and returned to demo and teach for the 2003, 2005 thru the 2014 cruises.
In 2007 Veronica was the coordinator for the fashion show featuring the release of Quilting Treasures new fabric line, The Wizard of Oz. She had 3 beaded garments in the fashion show. Veronica currently teaches at stores in the Houston area.
About the Project:
Itinerary: 7 night Mexican Riviera Cruise
All of our quilting classes will be held during our time at sea. Open Sewing times will be scheduled throughout the cruise. You will have plenty of time to sew, relax, sightsee, and enjoy the ship’s activities.There are quilt shops in some of the Hawaiian ports we visit. We will provide you with their locations and will give you flyers with coupons during the cruise.
About the Ship: Nieuw Amsterdam
The second of our Signature Class ships, Nieuw Amsterdam, celebrates historic New York City with an inspired design and art collection.
Nieuw Amsterdam is a midsize Holland America ship that nicely blends some of the elements that have come to define the brand – music, excellent dining and a masterful approach to Alaska – with a more intimate experience.
Features of Holland America ships include:
- Main Stage
- BBC Earth productions
- Game Shows
- Lectures
- Screening Room – Movies with popcorn
- America’s Test Kitchen
- BB Kings Club
- Digital Workshops
- Fitness Center
- Casino
- Music Walk
- Several bars and lounges to choose from
- 2 pools, 5 whirlpools
- Sports Court
- Retreat – Adult only sun-deck (fee-based)
Package Includes:
- All onboard accommodations
- Port fees and taxes
- All Quilting Classes
- Quilt Top Project Kit
- Open Sewing Hours
- Welcome Aboard Reception
- Group Activities
- Group Dining
- Farewell Party
- 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, at an additional cost of approximately $500.
The Have It All promotion is valid for the 1st and 2nd person in the stateroom. It has a value of over $1000 and includes a FREE beverage package, FREE specialty dining for 1 night, and a shore excursion credit, as well as onboard gratuities.
Your invoice will reflect the Have It All promotion, but should you choose to remove that please let Michelle know.
VERANDAH STATEROOMS
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: 213 – 379 sq ft *
Category VD: Rooms are on Decks 6, 7, 8 – Forward and Aft
Package pricing starts at $2400 per quilter and $1900 per non-quilter
Category VA: Rooms are on Deck 8 – Midship
Package pricing starts at $2500 per quilter and $2000 per non-quilter
OCEANVIEW STATEROOMS
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 *
Category D: Rooms are on Deck 1 Forward
Package pricing starts at $2350 per quilter and $1850 per non-quilter
Category C: Rooms are on Deck 1 Midship
Package pricing starts at $2250 per quilter and $1750 per non-quilter
INTERIOR STATEROOMS
Description: 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: 141 – 284 sq ft *
Category J: Rooms are on Deck 1 (Midship)
Package pricing starts at $2000 per quilter and $1500 per non-quilter
Category K: Rooms are on Decks 4 and 5 (mid-forward and mid-aft)
Package pricing starts at $1975 per quilter and $1475 per non-quilter
Category L: Rooms are on Decks 4, 5, 6, 7 (forward and aft)
Package pricing starts at $1950 per quilter and $1450 per non-quilter
NEPTUNE SUITES
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: 506 – 590 sq ft *
Neptune Suite: Rooms are on Deck 7 Midship (near Neptune Lounge)
Contact Michelle for current pricing
Payment Schedule: Monthly Payment Plans are Available Upon Request
(Pricing and availability are subject to change at any time unless booked and deposited)
1st deposit of $500: Due at the time of booking
2nd deposit of $500: Due on or before 1 June 2025
Final Payment: Due on or before 15 September 2025
**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 1 June 2025
A $1000 cancellation fee per person will be assessed beginning 15 September 2025
Additional cruise cancellation fees may apply based on the date of cancellation.
Cancellations made 60 days prior to the cruise departure date will be 100% non-refundable.