The 2021 Escape to Alaska was canceled due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. We plan to sail to the British Isles in the summer of 2022. Details are coming soon!
This is an exclusive cruise for Stitchers’ Escapes. You must book through our group in order to participate in group activities.
Cruising Itinerary
Sunday, May 23: Embark in Vancouver, Canada
Monday, May 24: Cruising, Classes & Casual Stitching
Tuesday, May 25: Port of Call – Icy Strait Point, Alaska
Wednesday, May 26: Cruising – Hubbard Glacier
Thursday, May 27: Port of Call – Juneau, Alaska
Friday, May 28: Port of Call – Ketchikan, Alaska
Saturday, May 29: Cruising, Classes & Casual Stitching
Sunday, May 30: Disembark in Vancouver, Canada
Stitching Opportunities Galore!
Bring a project of your own choosing and/or enjoy the cruise stitch-along project. We welcome stitchers of all levels! Onboard, we have a dedicated space for our casual stitching time in the ship’s conference center. This is our very own space and we always put it to good use!
Classes
We are delighted to welcome Toni Gerdes for her second cruise with Stitchers’ Escapes, teaching her spectacular piece Fire & Ice as a two-day class! Though she is well known as a needlepoint teacher, Toni’s designs are easily mastered by cross stitchers, too.
In addition, Stitchers’ Escapes founder Jean Farish will teach a selection of both counted thread and needlepoint classes.
Class registration will open about seven months prior to the sail date. Onboard classes and group shore excursions are optional additions to the stated cruise fares.
Fees & Fares
We accept payments in US dollars, made by personal check, credit card, or debit card.
For each cabin type, we offer both a Stitcher price and a Non-stitcher price. All prices include the cruise fare, all taxes and port fees, and gratuities. Each guest also receives a $150 on board credit and the Classic Beverage Package. However, classes, travel insurance, and shore excursions during our ports of call are not included.
The Stitcher fare includes group onboard activities, the stitch-along project, and our special stitcher goodie bag. Classes are optional, and not included in your fare. The Non-stitcher price is for your traveling companion who does not want the stitch-along project or the stitcher goodie bag.
We offer your choice of stateroom configurations on a first-come, first-served basis. All include a sitting area, private bath with shower, hair dryer, TV, phone, and 110/220 electrical outlets. All cabins have two twin beds that can convert to a queen. We have a limited number of each type in our group inventory.
We love group travel! We can provide special benefits that are not available on an individual reservation. However, this means fare discounts offered by Celebrity Cruises are not allowed under our contract. You must register through Stitchers’ Escapes. Send questions to Jean: jean@stitchersescapes.com.
Deposit Info and How to Register
Please read carefully.
Registration opens on Saturday, February 22 at 11am Eastern Time. We will send out an email announcement to our newsletter subscribers and post it in our Facebook group.
Your registration is secure with a $300 per person non-refundable deposit. Final payment will be due on or before February 15, 2021.
Payment Options
After you submit your registration, we will send you an invoice through “Square,” the same payment software you probably use at salons and small businesses everywhere. You can pay online with any major credit or debit card, or by mailing a check.
Your invoice will include a deposit due within 30 days, and your balance divided in to equal payments due on the following schedule:
- First Payment: July 15, 2020
- Second Payment: August 15, 2020
- Third Payment: November 15, 2020
- Final Payment: February 15, 2021
Our system sends automated reminders prior to the due date, on the due date, and after the due date if the invoice remains unpaid.
If you are not paying the fare for all occupants of your cabin, your cabin mate(s) must submit a registration form and deposit within 7 days or the organizers reserve the right to release your cabin. If you have not yet arranged to share your cabin, you may register and a cabin will be held for you at the discretion of the organizers. Until all people in a cabin pay their deposit(s), the cabin is under a tentative hold.
How to Register
To register, be prepared to pay your deposit and have the following information for yourself and any cabin mates for whom you are paying the fare:
- Passport details, including name, country of citizenship, date of birth, and gender
- Cabin preference (we assign cabins on a first-come, first-served basis)
Cancellation Policy
In the event you have to cancel for any reason, the following refund schedule will be in effect:
Until May 30, 2020: 100% of total funds paid to date, less your $300 non-refundable registration fee.
Between June 1, 2020 and October 31, 2020: 75% of total funds paid to date, less your $300 non-refundable registration fee.
Between November 1, 2020 and February 28, 2021: 50% of total funds paid to date, less your $300 non-refundable registration fee.
After March 1, 2021: No refund
Late Payments
Payments more than 14 days late will have a 10% late fee assessed on the 15th day.
Payments more than 45 days late will result in the forfeit of your event registration and all monies paid to date. No refund of any kind will be issued and you will lose your place on the cruise.
Roommates
We do not keep a list of people who want to come and are seeking roommates. We encourage you to use your own network and social media to find a suitable roommate. Our Stitchers’ Escapes group Facebook page is a good way to let it be known that you want to join the cruise and are looking for someone to share a cabin. https://www.facebook.com/groups/stitchersescapescruise/
Our Ship
We are sailing on Celebrity Cruises’ award-winning Celebrity Eclipse. Celebrity is known for its luxurious accommodations, attentive service, and excellent dining options. Eclipse is an S-Class ship, and features a Canyon Ranch® Spa and Fitness Center, an adults-only Solarium with a pool and hot tubs, and numerous restaurants, bars, and lounges. There’s even a glass-blowing studio with demonstrations and classes!
Are you a first time cruiser? Here’s some general information that may be useful. First, the price of your cruise includes meals from many onboard venues. In addition, your fare covers most beverages – non-premium bottled water, premium coffees, juice, soda, and premium teas. The beverage package associated with your cabin type adds beer, wine, spirits and cocktails to the list of included drinks. Guests who receive the Classic Beverage Package will be able to upgrade to the Premium Beverage package at their own expense prior to the cruise or on board. The night time entertainment is also included.
Optional expenses include: excursion fees, speciality dining, spa treatments, or special activities like a wine tasting.
We have booked the spectacular conference center for our classes and casual stitch gatherings and 70 sleeping cabins in five categories for the stitchers and their non-stitching companions.
Dinner Seating
Our group will be dining during the early dinner seating. We sit together at various tables in the same section of the main dining room.
FAQs
Comparing Apples & Oranges
When doing your price comparisons, please note that our fares include all taxes, port fees, and gratuities. Guests on this sailing also receive beverage packages and a $150 per person onboard credit.
Comparing Apples & Oranges
When doing your price comparisons, please note that our fares include all taxes, port fees, and gratuities. Guests on this sailing also receive beverage packages and a $150 per person onboard credit.
Who can come?
Stitchers and all kinds of non-stitchers: spouses, family, friends and even friends of friends. You get the idea. There will be plenty to do!
Why cruise with other stitchers?
Need you ask? There is nothing more fun than traveling with like-minded people!
Will I need a passport?
Yes!
US citizens who don’t have one yet can visit https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/passports.html for application information.
Travel to Canada (our embarkation point) requires that your passport be valid at the time of entry. You must have one blank passport page.
If you are a citizen of another country, please consult your country’s passport requirements.
Will I need a visa?
At present, Canada does not require a visa for stays under 180 days.
Why make a reservation so far in advance?
70 cabins are on hold for our group. Once these cabins are spoken for, there is no guarantee that you’ll get the rates quoted here.
Why a Stitchers’ Escapes Cruise?
Because we want to cruise and stitch with you!
Got Questions?
Email general cruise questions to Jean: jean@stitchersescapes.com
Header Image: Hubbard Glacier, Alaska by Christine Olson is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0