Caribbean Cruise from Fort Lauderdale, Florida
January 10th - 17th, 2027
For our 21st Cruise Retreat, we’ll set sail from Fort Lauderdale to visit Celebration Key (Princess’ own private island), Roatan and Cozumel.
Experience unique island gems, beautiful beaches, and unique flavors along with diverse cultures.
Join Private Group Shore Excursions!
Add in some great food and entertainment, private events and dance parties in the company of some of the nicest and most fun people you’ll ever want to know, and you’ve got a vacation that just can’t be beat!!
Details and Itinerary for HIV Cruise Retreat #21
Celebration Key
Celebration Key is a new $600 million dollar private port of call for Sun Princess passengers, located on the south side of Grand Bahama Island. Opened in July 2025, it features the largest freshwater lagoons in the Caribbean, five distinct zones, retail shopping at Lokono Cove, and beautiful, white-sand beaches.
Roatán
Roatán is a premier Caribbean destination renowned for world-class diving, snorkeling and stunning white-sand beaches. Must-do activities include visiting wildlife sanctuaries (monkeys/sloths), exploring the Carambola Botanical Gardens, zip-lining, and enjoying fresh local seafood.
Cozumel
Cozumel is the largest island in the Mexican Caribbean, is a destination that blends adventure and relaxation. With a rich Maya history and stunning natural landscapes, it offers white sand beaches, world-renowned coral reefs, and marine biodiversity that attracts divers from all over the world.
ABOUT THE SUN PRINCESS
The Sun Princess is the most luxurious and stunning Love Boat ever created! It features eye-catching architectural elements, completely revamped deck layouts, 30 different restaurants and show-stopping entertainment
- Launched March 2024
- Guest Capacity: 4,300 guests
- Number of Crew: 1,600
- Tonnage: 177,882
- 21 decks, 29 restaurants and bars including a 24-hour cafe
Rates begin at only $609 per person for an inside cabin (including port charge and taxes). Your Cruise Retreat rate includes all your meals, basic beverages and entertainment. For $70/day more, you can add a drink package, free WiFi and cruise gratuities. For $105/day more, you will also receive specialty dining and lots of other perks. Our shipboard events and excursions are all private.
The rates reflected were in effect as of April 30, 2026. When you reserve we will find you the very lowest fare available.
- All rates are per person based upon two sharing a cabin.
- Single occupancy is two times the stated rates. Triple and quad rates as well as suites or any other category are available upon request. ** See additional details for Cruise Designs match program.
In order to participate in group activities or dine with our group, all reservations must be made through us (there are no exceptions).
With 150 anticipated guests in our group, you will feel at home right from your very first day. Our collection of amazing men and women are all-embracing.
Included are private events such as cocktail parties and exclusive shore excursions. PLUS, on our days “at sea” we plan several fun shipboard events and activities. In the dining room we will have our own block of tables, which is always a great way to get to know people. Feel free to table-hop each night so you can meet as many people as possible. Our mission has always been, and continues to be, welcoming. You will feel at ease from the get-go as our members really look forward and take care of each other.
Although a predominantly gay group, we welcome everyone of all sexual persuasions. A contingent of heteros come every year and always have a blast and add tremendous energy to the entire group. We welcome your family, partners and friends regardless of serostatus.
Traveling solo? Fear not, as our cruises attract a large number of single travelers. We offer a cabinmate matching program to help keep your costs down, as a single occupancy cabin is up to double the normal rates.
It is most gratifying to see the large number of long lasting friendships that develop each year. Your new community awaits you. We are privileged to have many, many cruisers join us for three, five and even ten sailings. Some never miss a year! These repeat guests give you an inkling of a new extended family waiting to meet you.