January 17 – 29, 2027
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Join us for an unforgettable quilting cruise that blends creative inspiration with tropical exploration! Sail through the sparkling blue waters of the Caribbean and experience the marvel of a partial Panama Canal transit—one of the world’s greatest engineering feats.
As we journey between sun-drenched islands and lush coastal ports, you’ll enjoy a perfect balance of hands-on quilting workshops, relaxing sea days, and scenic excursions. Our expert instructors will guide you through exclusive quilting projects designed just for this voyage, with all supplies and sewing machines provided on board. Whether you’re an experienced quilter or a beginner, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to learn, create, and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
This quilting cruise offers more than just stitching and sightseeing—it’s a celebration of creativity, friendship, and adventure. Pack your passion for quilting and your sense of wonder, and join us for a voyage you’ll treasure forever!
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About the Educator: Penni Domikis
I am the owner of Cabin Quilters (dba Cabin in the Woods Quilters), a quilt pattern design company established in 2003. I am a self-proclaimed Jill-of-all-trades and take pleasure in many hobbies including watercolor painting, clay building, gardening, photography, and scrapbooking. I was introduced to quilting by a family friend, fell in love with sewing and immediately used my skills as a graphic designer and photographer to build a thriving pattern company. As an award-winning quilter, I have developed a reputation for breaking down quilt designs into manageable pieces for quilters of all skill levels, following my company motto, “Make it simple … but make it with style!”
I love the creativity of coming up with new designs and delight in all aspects of the pattern process from the cutting, to the stitching, to the print layout for production. I am a self-published author of 5 books , four of them all about scrap quilting. I love working with fabric companies and product companies to showcase fabrics in their best light. As a designer I am happy to meet quilters from around the world and enjoying seeing their creations from my pattern inspiration. I live in North Carolina and host an all-inclusive Quilting Retreat facility. My husband and I, and our two pups, Stan and Olly, love working from the lake and I love entertaining quilters from around the world for our 5-day retreats. From the new studio, I am able to teach quilters with online classes and YouTube videos.
You can visit me online at www.cabinquilters.com or on YouTube at www.youtube.com/cabinquilters.
About the Project:
Penni is hard at work on a new design project for this cruise. As soon as she has photos for us, they will be loaded here. Check back soon! In the meantime, visit her website to see her other designs.
Itinerary: 12 night Panama Discovery
Itinerary: Sewing classes will be held during our time at sea. Open Sewing hours will also be provided. Sewing room will be closed during our time in port in compliance with the cruise line policies.
About the Ship: Holland America Nieuw Amsterdam
- Main Stage
- Game Shows
- Lectures
- Screening Room – Movies with popcorn
- America’s Test Kitchen
- Billboard Onboard
- Beer Tastings
- Fitness Center
- Casino
- Team Trivia Daily
- Several bars and lounges to choose from
- 2 pools, 5 whirlpools
- Volleyball Court
- Greenhouse Spa & Salon
Package Includes:
- Onboard accommodations
- Port fees and taxes
- Quilting and Cruising at Sea
- Complete quilt top kit
- Scheduled Open Sewing Hours
- Group Activities
- Welcome Aboard Reception
- 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.
All pricing includes the Have It All package offered through Holland America. This package is valued at approximately $1000 and includes the following:
Shore Excursions: Up to $100 off any shore excursion booked through Holland America.
Drink Package: You can choose from a large selection of wine, beer, spirits and cocktails, plus non-alcoholic options like sodas, specialty coffees and more – with bar service charges included. 15 drinks per person, per day.
Specialty Dining: Enhance your cruise with award-winning specialty dining at one of the following restaurants for free: Pinnacle Grill, Canaletto or Tamarind.
Hotel Service Charges: The cruise line will pay your onboard gratuities that are shared with your stateroom attendants, and waiters.
NEPTUNE SUITE: $8750 per person
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 *
OCEANVIEW VERANDAH: $4850 to $5099 per person
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.
Some staterooms are equipped with additional bedding to accommodate a third or fourth guest.
Stateroom Size: 213 – 379 sq ft *
OCEANVIEW: $4599 per person
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.
Some staterooms are equipped with additional bedding to accommodate a third or fourth guest.
Stateroom Size: 169 – 267 sq ft *
INTERIOR: $3950 to $4000 per person
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.
Some staterooms are equipped with additional bedding to accommodate a third or fourth guest.
Stateroom Size: 141 – 284 sq ft *
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 $600 per person: Due at the time of booking
2nd deposit of $600 per person: Due on or before 1 June 2026
Final Payment: Due on or before 1 October 2026
**Trip/Travel Insurance will be quoted by email following the original deposit to US citizens only. Non-US Citizens are encouraged to purchase travel insurance within your home country.
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 2026
A $1000 cancellation fee per person will be assessed beginning 1 October 2026
Additional cancellation fees may apply based on supplier policies.
Cancellations made 90 days prior to the cruise departure date will be 100% non-refundable.