11/05/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/05/2026 11:46
THE MERRIEST VACATION AT SEA RETURNS FOR ITS FOURTH YEAR, SAILING
FROM FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA TO GRAND BAHAMA ISLAND, BAHAMAS
NOVEMBER 8-12, 2027
PUBLIC ON-SALE STARTS NOVEMBER 12 AT 11:00 A.M. ET
VISIT HALLMARKCHRISTMASCRUISE.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION
NOVEMBER 5, 2026 - NEW YORK: Elevated and merrier than ever, Hallmark Christmas Cruise will embark on its fourth annual sailing in 2027, for the first time aboard Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Reflection. The festive voyage featuring fan-favorite Hallmark stars will sail November 8-12, 2027 from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas. With overwhelming fan demand leading to sold-out cruises every year since its inaugural sailings in 2024, the Hallmark Christmas Cruise is a can't-miss holiday tradition with joyful fun and immersive programming that create lasting memories.
Public on-sale starts 11:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, November 12. Bookings are available at HallmarkChristmasCruise.com. Presale begins on Tuesday, November 10, for Hallmark fans with existing loyalty and membership through programs like Hallmark+ and Crown Rewards.
"The 2027 Hallmark Christmas Cruise builds on the celebration and community that have made this experience so special for years, while offering fans new ways to immerse themselves in the joy and positivity of our brand," said Lindsey Roy, SVP, Branded Experiences at Hallmark. "This holiday getaway is designed to bring fans even closer to the heart of Hallmark and create unforgettable memories with the people they love most."
On board, cruisers will deck the halls alongside their favorite Hallmark stars with live shows, photo ops, and the premiere of an all-new Countdown to Christmas movie. Beginning next spring, guests will have the opportunity to further customize their vacation through premium add-on experiences like hands-on workshops led by Hallmark's renowned artists, cocktail and mocktail tastings, and more. With a blissful voyage sailing from sunny Fort Lauderdale to the clear waters of Grand Bahama Island, this four-night celebration at sea is the perfect chance to spend meaningful time with friends, family, and the ever-growing tightknit Hallmark community.
Celebrity Reflection offers an elevated setting with beautifully revitalized venues, award-winning amenities, and a spacious indoor theater where guests will enjoy daily Hallmark live shows including behind-the-scenes panels, hilarious game shows, and other interactive programming in comfort. The ship includes a pool and solarium, spa and fitness center, and an array of refined dining experiences.
A cornerstone of Hallmark Experiences, the cruise extends Hallmark storytelling and heart beyond the screen, inviting fans to step into the world they love with the people who matter most. Other signature experiences include this year's inaugural Hallmark Stars Live tour and the upcoming Hallmark Christmas Experience, kicking off its third annual celebration this November.
Assets:
*Hallmark Stars' Group Shot Photo Credit: Allister Foster for Hallmark Media
*Celebrity Reflection Ship Photo Credit: Celebrity Cruises
All other assets can be credited to Hallmark.
About Hallmark
For more than 115 years, family-owned Hallmark Cards, Inc. has been dedicated to creating a more emotionally connected world. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, and employing tens of thousands worldwide, the company operates a diversified portfolio of businesses. The Hallmark business designs and sells greeting cards, gifts, ornaments and gift packaging in more than 25 languages with distribution in over 70 countries and 100,000 rooftops worldwide, including a network of independently-owned Hallmark Gold Crown stores in two countries. Hallmark Media is entertainment's leading destination for feel-good content and operates three cable networks - Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Mystery, and Hallmark Family. Hallmark+ is the streaming service and membership program that delivers the very best of Hallmark all in one place, featuring a distinctive blend of all new, exclusive original series, movies, and other feel-good content plus monthly discounts and rewards for shopping at Hallmark retail stores and Hallmark.com. Crown Center is a real estate development company that manages the 85-acre hotel, office, entertainment and residential campus surrounding Hallmark's headquarters. Crayola® offers a wide range of art materials and creative play toys designed to spark children's creativity around the globe. For more information, visit Hallmark.com. Connect on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube, and LinkedIn.