Big Ship Cruise

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA – PORT EVERGLADES  DEPARTURE: 4:00pm Our journey begins in beautiful Fort Lauderdale, one of America’s LGBT+ Meccas! VACAYA traditions are already starting to take shape and we’ll celebrate our coming together tonight in fun new ways. After all, that’s what these vacations are all about – connecting with old friends and making countless new ones, all the while having endless fun. CONNECT. LAUGH. PLAY.  

A DAY OF SHENANIGANS AT SEA Our first day at sea gives you the chance to soak in the Caribbean sunshine while we all get a little silly. Will you spend a couple hours with Sister Helen Holy and her bingo shenanigans? Or will you be tempted by our Clothing Optional Deck? Or both?!? Our first V-Dance of the week will be this afternoon and you can be sure it’ll give you endless ways to connect with fellow guests. LIVE. LOVE. DANCE.

A SUN-SOAKED DAY AT SEA Now you’re getting it… the VACAYA rhythm is finally starting to wash over you, and it’s as bright and as warm as the Caribbean sun overhead. Millennium offers endless opportunities to fill your day – from The Spa to our poolside fun and games. Today, the choice is all yours. RELAX. INDULGE. FROLIC.

ORANJESTAD, ARUBA ARRIVAL: 8AM | DEPARTURE: 11:59PM When you hear the word “Aruba,” a few things immediately come to mind: turquoise, clear waters, year-round sunshine, and white sand beaches. And it’s true – Aruba lives up to the hype. It’s an unquestionable oasis. Some say Aruba is difficult to beat as far as paradise goes. The motto of Aruba is “one happy island,” and both locals and visitors make that motto come true every day of the year. We’ll dock at the island’s capital and port city, Oranjestad. From there, the choices are endless. You could easily spend your entire time in Aruba on a beach or drinking a refreshing cocktail at any of the beachiest bars. However, you’ll also have the chance to discover more history and nature preservation efforts than you might expect, which you’ll experience on excursions to the Aruba Butterfly Farm, a trip to the National Archeological Museum, or at the Santa Cruz Donkey Sanctuary. If paradise had a flavor, it would taste like Aruba. The food here borrows heavily from Dutch, Indonesian, Spanish, Portuguese, and African traditions, and there is a wide range of restaurants around Oranjestad – from romantic, fine-dining destinations to beachside grills serving fresh seafood and Dutch pancakes. Our favorites include Carte Blanche, Driftwood, and Pinchos Although there’s not technically a “gay beach” on the island, Eagle Beach is incredibly gay-friendly and is very popular with both LGBT+ locals and tourists alike. EXPLORE. UNWIND. FEAST.

WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO ARRIVAL: 8AM | DEPARTURE: 4:30PM Bright, airy, and beachy Willemstad may feel like a Dutch city, but don’t let the colonial pastels and European-style streets fool you—you’re on one of the Southern Caribbean’s greatest islands! Beautiful beaches, clear waters, and incredible diving and snorkeling will quickly steal your heart. During your day in Curaçao, stroll along with the Willemstad’s Old Town and quaint harbor, both designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Soak up the sun at Mambo Beach or take to the floating Queen Emma Bridge for sweeping city views over the water. Savor the fusion of Dutch and Afro-Caribbean cuisine on exclusive culinary experiences with local chefs. And enjoy your time ashore at one of Curaçao’s award-winning eateries. Some of our favorite places for a fantastic lunch are Mundo Bizarro, BijBlauw, and Ginger. Cas Abao is the island’s gay beach. This is a popular local beach with a great sandy coast, perfect for swimming and snorkeling. There’s a fantastic bar, restaurant, and dive center. Head up to Cas Abao early to get a prime chair so you can swim and sun yourself in total comfort. Cas Abao is about 45 minutes north of Willemstad and can be reached via taxi.

A STAR-STUDDED DAY AT SEA Reviews of VACAYA have exclaimed that our entertainment is our “best-kept secret,” but you already knew that… VACAYA is like no other travel company on earth. And today, we roll out the red carpet for a cavalcade of all-star entertainment, followed by our biggest blow-out party of the week! After filling your belly with a delicious meal with friends, then filling your soul with tonight’s shows, you’ll hit the dance floor until the wee hours of the morning! Indulgence has never been as tasty, as colorful, or as easy as it is today. GRAND. EPIC. EXCLUSIVE.

A FUN-FILLED FINAL DAY AT SEA Our final day at sea promises to be one to remember. Soak up those last rays of sunshine, get that much-needed massage you’ve been putting off, or join your playmates around the pool for our final V-Dance of the week. However you choose to spend your day, you’ll do it surrounded by 2000+ new friends. SAVOR. SOAR. ENJOY. DISCOVER. CHILL. SHINE. BAR

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA ARRIVAL: 6:30AM | DISEMBARK BEGINS AROUND 7:30 AM   We say “so long” today, but it’s never goodbye for long. Another VACAYA adventure lies just around the corner. We’ll see you again soon! If you’re flying out from FLL today, we recommend flights at Noon or later. And remember, "Today is a US holiday" – Martin Luther King, Jr.