The 2028 FlossTube cruise is sure to check a couple of items off your bucket list!
Item 1 – meeting some of your favorite FlossTube hosts! For our fifth annual cruise, Jean Farish of Jean Farish Needleworks will be joined by Linda Stolz from Erica Michaels Design and Becky Noland from Lucy Beam.
Item 2 – sailing to all three of the ABC Islands: Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao.
We sail from Fort Lauderdale on Saturday, January 22, 2028 for eight fabulous nights on the Celebrity Silhouette. Along the way, we’ll have four sea days to enjoy our dedicated Stitcher/Maker space with presentations from each of our hosts, fun and games, and of course plenty of time for stitching and socializing!
This is an exclusive FlossTube at Sea cruise to the Caribbean presented by Stitchers’ Escapes. You must book through our group to participate in group activities.
2028 FlossTube Cruise Itinerary
Eight Unforgettable Nights on Celebrity Silhouette!
January 22-30, 2028
Saturday, January 22: Embark in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Sunday, January 23: Cruising & Making
Monday, January 24: Cruising & Making
Tuesday, January 25: Kralendijk, Bonaire
Wednesday, January 26: Oranjestad, Aruba
Thursday, January 27: Willemstad, Curaçao
Friday, January 28: Cruising & Making
Saturday, January 29: Cruising & Making
Sunday, January 30: Disembark in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Retreat at Sea with Your Favorite FlossTube Hosts
Imagine this: eight days stitching with friends … those you know and those you have yet to meet … in a floating, all-inclusive resort atmosphere. Enjoy a beautiful gathering space with a view of the sea where you can stitch all day and into the night! And of course, impeccable service and well-appointed accommodations. All fares will include meals in many of the ship’s dining venues, a basic Wi-Fi package, Celebrity’s Classic Drinks package, nightly entertainment and more!
And imagine three project presentations, the very best swag, fun and games, and all of this for one flat fee.
That’s what FlossTube at Sea is all about!
The ship’s conference center serves as a private, dedicated space for all group members registered as Stitcher/Makers. We’re using that term to include your travel companions who may not stitch but who are “makers” and would like to bring along their hand crafts so they can join you in the Stitcher/Maker space as you stitch your way around the beautiful Caribbean!
And, much like a land-based retreat, we’ll also have an optional smalls exchange, hours of casual stitching time, games, and more!
As always, we welcome your non-stitching/making travel buddies: spouses, parents, siblings, and friends who want to travel with you and enjoy the ship’s amenities while you spend time in the Stitcher/Maker space.
2028 FlossTube Cruise Fees & Fares
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, gratuities, a “Classic” beverage package, and “Basic” WiFi. Listed fares do not include travel insurance or shore excursions during our ports of call.
The Stitcher/Maker fare includes access to the Stitcher/Maker Space, our Stitcher/Maker goodie bag, and materials for three projects that will be presented on our sea days; one from each of your FlossTube at Sea hosts. The Non-stitcher/Maker fare is for your traveling companion who does not plan to use the Stitcher/Maker Space and does not want the Stitcher-Maker goodie bag or project materials.
We offer your choice of stateroom configurations on a first-come, first-served basis. All cabins have two twin beds that convert to a king. They also include a sitting area, private bath with shower, hair dryer, TV, phone, and 110/220 electrical outlets. We have a limited number of each cabin type in our group inventory.
Invoices are sent by email and conveniently paid online in US dollars by credit card, debit card, or ACH bank transfer.
Cabin Types
I2 Inside
Double Occupancy Stitcher: $2,176 per person
Double Occupancy Non-stitcher: $2,076 per person
Solo Occupancy Stitcher: $4,213 per person
O2 Oceanview
Double Occupancy Stitcher: $2,299 per person
Double Occupancy Non-stitcher: $2,199 per person
Solo Occupancy Stitcher: $4,460 per person
V2 Veranda
Double Occupancy Stitcher: $2,516 per person
Double Occupancy Non-stitcher: $2,416 per person
Solo Occupancy Stitcher: $4,893 per person
C2 Concierge Veranda
Double Occupancy Stitcher: $2,710 per person
Double Occupancy Non-stitcher: $2,610 per person
Solo Occupancy Stitcher: $5,273 per person
AS Aqua Class Suite with Veranda
Double Occupancy Stitcher: $4,640 per person
Double Occupancy Non-stitcher: $4,540 per person
CS Celebrity Suite with Veranda
Double Occupancy Stitcher: $6,475 per person
Double Occupancy Non-stitcher: $6,375 per person
Triple and Quadruple Occupancy
We have included a limited number of cabins that can accommodate up to four passengers. Upon request, we are happy to adjust the billing so that everyone in the cabin pays the same amount simply by adding the various amounts and finding the average and making adjustments if some are stitchers and some are not.
The extra beds on our ship are either sofa beds with a trundle or single sofa beds with a pullman bed that drops from the ceiling. They are best suited to no more than three adult guests. Pricing is available upon request. Email us at group.coordinator@stitchersescapes.com for details.
We love group travel!
We can provide special benefits that are not available on an individual reservation when you join us for our 2028 FlossTube cruise. However, this means fare discounts offered by Celebrity are not allowed under our special group pricing. Upgrades based on loyalty status, upgrade bids, and Future Cruise Credit cannot be applied to your booking. You must register for this cruise through Stitchers’ Escapes. Send questions to Jean: jeanfarish@gmail.com.
How to Request a Space for the 2028 FlossTube Cruise
Please read carefully.
The registration application will be available beginning Saturday, November 7, 2028, at approximately 11am Eastern Time. At that time, we will send an email to our subscriber list and post the link here on the website. If you are not subscribed to our mailing list, join by filling out the subscription form (found on the right-hand side of this page if you are on a desktop computer, or at the bottom if you are on a mobile device).
Your registration application is considered a request and submission does not guarantee a cabin. Upon receipt of your registration application, we will check availability of your cabin type preference before confirming whether or not you are registered. If both your cabin type preferences are sold out, we will place you on the waitlist. For those who submit their form by noon Eastern time on Sunday, November 8, we will send an email confirmation to the primary registrant on Sunday, November 8. After that, please allow 7 business days for a response.
To register, have the following information for yourself and any cabin mates that you are including in your request:
- Passport details:
- Name as it appears on the passport (if you have not yet received your passport, you can fill in your legal name)
- Birthdate
- Country of Citizenship
- Gender as it appears on the passport
- First and second choice of cabin (we assign cabins on a first-come, first-served basis; if your first and second choice are different, we can accommodate you more easily)
- Stitchers need to select a fabric preference (aida or linen)
Visit the Our Cruise Registration Process page for more details on how registration works.
Cabin Confirmation
Once we have confirmed your place, we will send you an invoice for your fare. We send invoices via email to the address you list on your registration form. You can then pay online with any major credit card, debit card, or ACH bank transfer.
Payment
The first payment is your $300 per person non-refundable registration fee, due within 7 days of the invoice date. We divide the balance due after you pay your registration fee into installments. Your final payment is due on September 15, 2027.
If you are not paying for all occupants of your cabin, then your cabin mate(s) must submit a registration form within 7 days of your registration or the organizers reserve the right to release your cabin. If you have not yet arranged to share your cabin but plan to do so, then you may register for double occupancy and a cabin will be held for you at the discretion of the organizers. Until all people in a cabin pay their registration fee(s), the cabin is under a tentative hold and is not guaranteed.
2028 FlossTube Cruise Cancellation Policy
In the event you have to cancel for any reason, the following refund schedule will be in effect:
Until December 31, 2026: 100% of total funds paid to date, less your $300 per person non-refundable registration fee
Between January 1, 2027 and June 30, 2027: 75% of total funds paid to date, less your $300 per person non-refundable registration fee
Between July 1, 2027 and October 31, 2027: 50% of total funds paid to date, less your $300 per person non-refundable registration fee
On or After November 1, 2027: No refund
Cruise Line Policies
By registering for this 2028 FlossTube cruise through Stitchers’ Escapes, you also agree to be bound by the Cruise Line’s Cruise Ticket Contract. You agree to comply with the Cruise Line’s Online Check-In Process, including providing proof of citizenship, identification, and emergency contact information. Further, you agree to comply with any Health Acknowledgment policies that may be in place at the time of sailing. You understand that should the Cruise Line’s policies change at any time between the time of your registration and the time of sailing, and you decide not to comply, any refund due from Stitchers’ Escapes will be subject to the Refund Policy outlined above. Copies of these policies are available upon request.
Roommates
We do not keep a list of people who want to come and are seeking roommates on our 2028 FlossTube Cruise. 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 – Celebrity Silhouette
We are sailing on the Silhouette, part of Celebrity’s Solstice Series. It was “revolutionized” in 2020, adding many new features like tap-access door locks and USB outlets in the staterooms. Both her 2020 and 2024 renovations featured enhancements to the public areas.
Are you a first time cruiser? Here’s some useful general information about what’s included with your fare. The price of your cruise includes meals from many onboard venues. It also includes the Classic Beverage package, with non-premium bottled water, premium coffees, juices, sodas, and premium teas, as well as alcoholic drinks up to $12 in value. In addition, your fare includes basic WiFi and a varied program of on-board entertainment and activities. Optional expenses include: excursion fees, an upgraded drinks package, WiFi upgrades, spa treatments, or special activities like an on board wine tasting.
We have booked the ship’s conference center for our classes plus sleeping cabins in five categories for our stitchers and their non-stitching companions.
Dinner Seating
Our group will be dining during the early seating. We sit together at various tables in the same section.
2028 FlossTube Cruise FAQs
Comparing Apples & Oranges
When doing your price comparisons, please note that our fares include all taxes, port fees, and gratuities as well as the Classic Beverage Package and Basic WiFi.
Why cruise?
You mean besides getting away from it all? How about uninterrupted stitching? Being with friends? Sound good? We actually have some practical reasons, too. Did you know that by the time you pay for a shared hotel room, the hotel room taxes, three meals a day plus tips, and throw in even a little bit of entertainment, you have pretty much paid for a cruise? And you have paid for it all before you even leave home so you don’t need to think about anything except the stash you are going to buy! Yeah, we thought you’d see it our way.
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!
Do I need to make my own arrangements for travel to the departure port city and hotel accommodations there for the 2028 FlossTube Cruise?
You will need to make your own arrangements to travel to Fort Lauderdale, FL. We will advise you on airfare bookings and offer hotel suggestions, but we can’t make a reservation for you. You are responsible for arranging all of your own transportation from the airport, whether you are staying at a hotel or going directly to the cruise terminal. If you are staying in a hotel, you will need to arrange your transportation to the cruise terminal. We will provide plenty of detail on all these topics as we get closer to the sailing date. If you have a travel agent, you can certainly work with them on your airline and/or hotel reservations. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us prior to registering for the cruise.
Fort Lauderdale is a cruise-friendly city. The airport and cruise port are only a few miles apart. Most hotels in the area offer a low-cost shuttle to the cruise port.
Will there be a group hotel?
Yes, we do plan to arrange a group hotel in Newark. Details will be announced at a later date. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us prior to registering for the cruise.
Will I need a passport?
Yes!
If you are a US citizen and you don’t have one yet, visit https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/passports.html to find out how to get started.
If you already have one, make sure it will be valid for six months after the cruise’s return date. Your passport will also need to have at least one blank page. It’s better to be safe than sorry, so check your expiration date and number of blank pages, and start the renewal process if needed!
If you are a citizen of another country, please consult your country’s passport requirements.
Will I need a visa?
At present, none of the countries we are visiting require visas for stays under one month.
Why a Stitchers’ Escapes Cruise?
Because we want to cruise and stitch with you!
Got Questions?
Email general cruise questions to Jean: jeanfarish@gmail.com