The 20 Weirdest Theme Cruises You'll Be Surprised Actually Exist
Who Knew Cruises Could Get So Strange?
Cruises are essentially floating resorts, associated with cheesy live performances, endless buffets, sun-drenched decks, and tropical destinations. However, beyond the mainstream offerings lies a whole world of niche theme cruises, targeted at very specific subcultures, because apparently, goths and bikers like luxury amenities and tropical destinations too. There's a cruise for everyone, no matter how unconventional the lifestyle or unique the interest. Here are 20 theme cruises you won't believe actually exist.
1. The Slipknot Cruise
There's nothing weird about a band playing live on a cruise ship, unless that band is heavy metal outfit Slipknot. Knotfest At Sea is a special four-day cruise that includes performances and intimate shows headlined by Slipknot.
2. Meow Meow Cruise
Meow Meow Cruise is the ultimate cruise for cat lovers. Weirdly, there are no actual cats on board, just cat-themed events, games, and swag.
3. Furry Cruise
Furries are a subculture of people who identify with animals with human-like characteristics, often manifesting in creating and wearing fur suits. Furries have been having meetups since the 80s, and now, they go on cruises too, wear they can bond over their unique interest at sea.
4. The Gothic Cruise
Goths aren't commonly associated with the ocean, sailing, or beaches, which is why it's so interesting that there's a goth cruise. It's a dark, moody getaway complete with goth rock, fashion nights, and themed cocktail hours.
5. Cruise & Crop
Cruise & Crop is the cruise for people who love scrapbooking and crafting. Connect with people who have similar interests, take classes to up your skills, and visit beautiful destinations.
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6. Star Trek Cruise
The Star Trek Cruise is the ultimate getaway for Trekkies. It's a seven-day cruise complete with cosplay and panels with the cast.
7. High Seas Rally
High Seas Rally is the world's only motorcycle rally on a cruise ship. Participants don't get to bring their motorcycles on board, but the boat makes sure to stop at ports where bikes can be rented.
8. Chris JerichoRock'ock N Wrestling Rager at Sea
Chris Jericho's Rock N Wrestling Rager at Sea is exactly what it sounds like: a professional cruise organized by professional wrestler and musician Chris Jericho. It's four days of wrestling, live music, and comedy shows in a wild party atmosphere.
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9. The Bhangra Boat
Don't be surprised if everyone aboard The Bhangra Boat suddenly breaks out in a far-too-theatrical music and dance sequence. The Bhangra Boat is a Bollywood-themed cruise known for its vibrant parties, dancing, and live performances.
10. Golden Fans at Sea
The Golden Fans at Sea cruise is a theme cruise designed for fans of the Golden Girls sitcom. It features celebrity guests, costume contests, trivia, and dance parties.
11. Big Nude Boat
The Big Nude Boat is an 11-day clothing-optional cruise departing from Miami and stopping in the Caribbean. The cruise encourages body positivity and freedom.
12. Saw Cruise
The Saw Cruise was a perfectly bizarre combination of sunshine, sea, and horror. It featured Q&A sessions, meet-and-greets with actors from the Saw movies, Saw-theme tattoo contests, and dance parties.
13. Knitting Cruise
If you're going to be gently floating to your destination, you may as well use your time wisely and knit some clothing. The knitting cruise is designed with knitting enthusiasts in mind, featuring workshops, knitting-themed excursions, and creation sharing.
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14. Comic Con Cruise
The Comic Con Cruise brings the San Diego Comic-Con to the seas, blending classic Comic-Con events with the luxurious setting of a cruise. The ultimate fandome experience, it features cosplay events, meet and greets with stars, and themed parties.
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15. Emo's Not Dead Cruise
Emo lovers are no longer scene kids, they're adulwhohat enjoy cruises! The Emo's Not Dead Cruise is a music cruise catering to fans of emo and pop-punk. It features live performances by bands like Mayday Parade, Dashboard Confessional, and Yellowcard, karaoke, and themed parties.
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16. The KISS Kruise
Organized by the same company as the Emo Cruise, the KISS Kruise is centered around the rock band KISS. Organized for the true fans, it features live performances by the band, KISS-themed events, Q&A sessions, and autograph opportunities.
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17. The Ghost Hunters Cruise
Most of us prefer to avoid the undead when we're on vacation, but not those who sign up for The Ghost Hunters Cruise. TV personalities from the show Ghost Hunters teach participants how to use ghost hunting eq, equipment and the cruise stops at locations that are rumored to be haunted.
18. The Bigfoot Cruise
The Bigfoot Cruise is for those who still believe in the Sasquatch because apparently, there are those who do! It consists of lectures and presentations from researchers, Q&A sessions, and visits to Bigfoot sighting areas.
19. The Zumba Cruise
The Zumba Cruise is an exercise cruise catered to Zumba lovers. Beyond Zumba classes, it features dance parties, pool parties, and social opportunities for Zumba lovers to connect.
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20. The Walking Dead Cruise
Zombies on a boat may sound like a nightmare to most of us, but for fans of The Walking Dead, it's a dream cruise experience. It features appearances by cast members of the TV show, Q&A sessions, and, of course, zombie-themed events.
