Patchwork Pirates Quilting Cruise

March 22 – 29, 2026

Royal Caribbean’s Independence of the Seas

Set sail on a swashbuckling quilting adventure through the Caribbean! Join us for a pirate-themed quilting cruise to the islands famous for pirate adventures – Bahamas, San Juan and St Thomas.

Discover the treasures of each port while stitching away on your quilting projects.

Ahoy, mateys! It’s time to quilt like pirates and explore the high seas!

Linda J. Hahn is a well-known quilt designer, author, and instructor, particularly celebrated for her expertise in creating “New York Beauty” quilts. Linda is one of the modern day quilters who has revitalized interest in this classic design.

She is the author of 14 books, has designed six collections of batik fabrics for Banyan Batiks by Northcott, is an EQ Artist and a Janome Artisan. Linda has had over 50 articles and designs in your favorite quilting magazines. In 2009, she was named the National Quilting Association’s Certified Teacher of the Year. Linda is also a member of the show team for Road to California.

Linda has taught at guilds, retreats, on cruises as well as at national quilting events for many years. Her classes are not only educational but entertaining as well. She loves to share her expertise with quilters around the world!

When she is not on the road, she can be found teaching Zumba Fitness classes at her local YMCA (and sometimes on cruise ships!).

Linda loves to cruise!! She has been on most of the Eastern, Western and Southern Caribbean islands.

The Project: Linda is busy designing a new fun project for this cruise. Check back often for more details.

Itinerary:

- 22 March 2026: Depart Miami at 4pm – Evening Make and Take (with Janome/Elna dealer)
- 23 March 2026: Perfect Day at Coco Cay, Bahamas from 7am to 4pm – Welcome Reception – Evening Quilting Class
- 24 March 2026: Quilting and Cruising Day at Sea – Evening Open Sewing
- 25 March 2026: Morning Quilting and Cruising – San Juan, Puerto Rico from 10:30am to 7pm – Evening Open Sewing
- 26 March 2026: St Thomas from 8am to 6pm – Evening Open Sewing
- 27 March 2026: Quilting and Cruising Day at Sea – Evening Open Sewing
- 28 March 2026: Quilting and Cruising 1/2 Day at Sea – Farewell Reception
- 29 March 2026: Arrive Miami at 6am – Disembarkation per Royal Caribbean

About the Ship: Independence of the Seas

Seek bolder thrills on your next vacation.

There’s a firm NO to FOMO onboard Independence of the Seas®. Hang ten on the FlowRider® surf simulator. Go head to head in a glow-in-the-dark laser tag clash in Battle for Planet Z®. And score game-changing grub at Playmakers℠ Sports Bar & Arcade. From next-level thrills to lowkey chill, celebrate each day at sea exactly how you want.

Features of this ship include:

Beautiful Bars and Lounges
Casino Royale
Poolside Movies
Rock Climbing Wall
Scavenger Hunts
Nightly Entertainment
Escape Room
Spa and Fitness Center
Sports Court
Trivia
4 Pools
7 Hot Tubs
Mini Golf
Karaoke
3 Waterslides
Pool Activities

Package Includes:

Onboard accommodations
Port fees and taxes
Onboard Gratuities
Janome dealer sponsored Make & Take
Scheduled Quilting Hours
Complete quilt top kit
Open Sewing Hours
Welcome Reception
Quilting Events
Group Dining
Farewell Party
Machines provided by:

Pricing: ALL PRICING IS IN USD. Pricing is per person, based on double occupancy.

Non-Quilters pricing will include a $500 per person discount.

Single room rates and other room categories are available upon request.

Spacious Ocean View Balcony Stateroom: Pricing starts at $2750 per person

Description: Spacious Balcony staterooms have two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, a sitting area, a private balcony, and a private bathroom.

Stateroom Size: 199 sq ft Balcony: 65 sq ft

Oceanview Stateroom: Pricing starts at $2250 per person

Description: Ocean View staterooms have two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, and a private bathroom.

Stateroom Size: 159 sq ft *

Interior Stateroom: Pricing starts at $1900 per person

Description: Interior staterooms have two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, and a private bathroom

Stateroom Size: 150 – 162 sq ft *

Payment Schedule: MONTHLY PAYMENT PLANS ARE AVAILABLE

1st Deposit of $500 due at time of booking

2nd Deposit of $500 due by March 15, 2025

Final balance due on or before 1 December 2025

**Trip/Travel Insurance will be quoted by email following the first deposit.

***Cancellation Fees may apply as follows:

$250 per person cancellation fee begins March 15, 2025

$500 per person cancellation fee begins 1 December 2025

Other cancellation fees may apply based on the cruise line cancellation policy.

Cancellations made within 90 days of departure are 100% non-refundable.