If Christmas, movies and the sea are some of the things you love, this one’s for you. Hallmark Channel has announced its first-ever holiday cruise.
Named Hallmark Channel Christmas Cruise, the itinerary has been created in partnership with Sixthman. It starts from November 5 to November 9, 2024, letting the network’s devoted fans experience its magical holiday movies in real life. The vessel, Norwegian Gem, will sail from Miami in Florida to Nassau in the Bahamas.
All you need to know about Hallmark Channel’s holiday Cruise
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Passengers will get to experience the magic of Christmas on the winter wonderland-themed cruise. Guests can enjoy holiday festivities and activities such as cookie decoration, ugly sweater contests, wine tastings and Christmas-themed karaoke. The highlight, however, is the chance to meet your favourite actors from Hallmark channel’s holiday movies. Many stars will be onboard and you can participate in some behind-the-scenes panels of your favourite films with them. However, the list of actors hasn’t yet been announced.
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Additionally, fans can also attend the premiere of a new Hallmark Channel ‘Countdown to Christmas’ movie onboard. Natalie Vandergast, Hallmark Media’s Vice President of Consumer Products, said in a press release, “We hear time and time again that people want to immerse themselves in the world of Hallmark Channel Christmas movies and this venture is sure to bring our brand to life in a new, captivating way.”
The sample itinerary of the holiday cruise includes kicking the trip off with a ‘Light the Night’ event during which guests can watch a tree lighting ceremony.
Pre-sale of the cruise is on until July 19, 2023, after which you will receive a booking appointment to pick a cabin. Bookings open for the general public on July 21, 2023, at 2:00 pm ET.
Find out more and sign up for the pre-sale here.
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