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Best Themed Cruises for 2025 and Beyond

Updated: January 30, 2025

Written byAAA Travel Editorial Team

Any cruise sailing provides travelers with endless things to do, from an escape from their daily lives and the opportunity to immerse themselves in a lifestyle that involves incredible entertainment and larger-than-life amenities. But themed cruises take the cruising experience to the next level — one in which travelers can surround themselves with like-minded individuals while enjoying one-of-a-kind events and experiences.

From Broadway cruises to cruises all about cats, the themed cruises for 2025 are truly taking it to the next level. These are the best-themed cruises for 2026 and beyond:

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line: Cruise and Crop

Royal Caribbean cruise ship with the New York City skyline in the background.

Royal Caribbean International

Date: Multiple Sailings in 2026

Port: Destinations vary by sailing and may include Caribbean stops or cruises to the Greek Isles

Cruise and Crop is a themed cruise company that partners with Royal Caribbean to offer crafting cruises throughout the year. These unique themed cruises bring together those who love to scrapbook, allowing them to make memories and preserve them perfectly on the same grand adventure. In February 2026, the Cruise and Crop cruise will embark from Miami, Florida and take guests on a tour of the Eastern Caribbean as they stamp and crop their way from one destination to the next. All travelers will receive a half-table where they can work throughout the week and they also can access the crop room at any time or attend scrapbooking classes.

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line: Cleveland Browns Fan Cruise

Date: March 3-7, 2025

Port: Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Nassau, Bahamas

With the 2024-2025 football season in the mirror, Cleveland Browns fans can keep the hype going on the Royal Caribbean Cleveland Browns Fan Cruise. This five-day, all-inclusive Bahamian cruise is perfect for those die-hard fans who simply cannot cope when it's not football season. There truly is no better way to connect with all of the fans who adore the Browns franchise as much as you do, but there's more than just hanging out with the same people that you see at Huntington Bank Field each weekend in the fall. You also will be able to meet famous Browns alumni, including Christian Kirksey and Craig Robertson, as well as stop by autograph sessions and participate in sports trivia events.

Cunard: Dance the Atlantic Cruise

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Date: August 8-5, 2025

Port: Transatlantic Cruise from New York, New York to Southampton, London

The Cunard Dance the Atlantic Cruise is a themed cruise experience that should not be missed. This elegant voyage invites passengers on board the iconic Queen Mary 2, giving them the ability to soak up the luxury of this cruise ship as they take in some of the most breathtaking ballet performances throughout the sailing. In addition to performances by the world-famous English National Ballet, travelers on board the Dance the Atlantic Cruise also will have the opportunity to attend morning ballet classes at the Royal Court Theatre and watch rehearsals in which the dancers begin to work on new choreography for the performances each evening.

Princess Cruise Line: Meow Meow Cruise

Courtesy of Princess Cruises

Date: August 31-September 7, 2025

Port: Seattle, Washington to Alaska

The Princess Cruise Line Meow Meow Cruise is an annual voyage designed to bring together the world's biggest cat loves. While, sadly, your four-legged feline friend will have to stay on shore, this cruise is the perfect place to connect with other people who love cats as much as you do. Themed activities on board the ship include Meow Meow Trivia and Meow Meow Group Dining.

Royal Caribbean Cruise Line: Super Legends Cruise 2025

Courtesy of Royal Caribbean

Date: September 1-6, 2026

Port: Long Beach, California to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Bringing together some of the most legendary music icons for one four-day adventure, the Royal Caribbean Super Legends Cruise 2026 is sure to be an unforgettable experience. Highlights of the cruise include performances by some of the biggest names in music, such as the Morris Day & The Time, Kool & The Gang, Charlie Wilson, The Bar-Kays and more.

Disney Cruise Line: Very Merrytime Sailings

Courtesy of Disney Cruise Line

Date: November and December 2026 Sailings

Port: Various Destinations, including Fort Lauderdale, Florida to the Bahamas; Port Canaveral, Florida to the Bahamas; and Galveston, Texas to the Western Caribbean

Nobody does the holidays quite like Disney, so if you are looking for a festive cruise experience in 2026, look no further than the Disney Cruise Line Very Merrytime sailings. These popular journeys are beloved by people of all ages, from children and teens to older adults. Not only are the ships decked out in all of their holiday splendor, but travelers will enjoy many holiday-themed activities and experiences, including:

A tree lighting at sea with Mickey, Minnie and the whole gang.

Mickey and Minnie's Holiday Party.

Disney character interactions, with all of the characters dressed in their holiday best.

Meet-and-greets with the one-and-only Santa Claus.

Celebrity Cruises: The Country Music Cruise

Date: February 7-14, 2027

Port: Fort Lauderdale, Florida to San Juan and St. Maarten

The Country Music Cruise aboard Celebrity Cruises has become an annual tradition that brings together some of the biggest country music fans in the world and allows them to enjoy an all-star lineup of incredible country music stars. Past performers on this cruise has featured some of the industry's top stars, including:

Josh Turner

Randy Owen

Shenandoah

Moe Bandy

Linda Davis

In addition to live performances every night of this week-long cruise, travelers will also enjoy question-and-answer sessions with their favorite artists, country karaoke, line dancing lessons and opportunities to renew their vows with the person they love the most. As a special treat, this cruise will feature the return of the Grand Ole Opry, bringing back an experience that travelers are sure to remember for a lifetime.

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