Cruises for LGBTQA+ sailors, their family members, and friends. Our sailors have been called “the friendliest bears afloat”. All over 18 are welcome . We love our allies and advocates!
“It’s fun to travel with friends…even the ones you haven’t met yet.”
– David B.
BEARS on a BearCruise tell all!
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MayDaze BearCruise Fire & Sunset Soirees!
4-nights, May 14 – 18, 2025
Aboard the Virgin Voyages “Valiant Lady”
Our BearCruisers Depart for a 4-Night Getaway! Sails from Miami with BearCruise host hotel in Ft. Lauderdale. Unlock a true paradise having a full day on the sunset-seekers island of Key West, followed by a relaxing visit to our exclusive seaside experience in the breathtaking Beach Club at Bimini, Bahamas. It’s a great first cruise or great short getaway!
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Danube Delights River BearCruise! – SOLD OUT
7-nights, July 5 – 12, 2025
Aboard the Emerald Cruises “Emerald Star”
Experience an unforgettable cruise down the iconic Danube, with walking tours, invitations into the homes of locals, plus sightseeing excursions that showcase the magnificence of yesteryear. This incredible itinerary crosses into four countries!
Take guided walks along the cobblestone streets of Germany tell their own story, and city tours of Vienna and Budapest exemplify how the past can shape the future. Celebrate the ancient as it co-exists with the modern in the Austrian and Hungarian capitals, and gain a personal understanding of why the iconic Danube has acted as inspiration to so many.
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Best of Holland & Belgium + Amsterdam Gay Pride! 6 Cabins Left!
7-night cruise, July 24-31, 2025 + 4 nights in Amsterdam
Aboard The Gentleman
Our BearCruisers sail from Rotterdam (fly into Amsterdam) for 7 nights seeing the most beautiful ports and sights in The Netherlands and Belgium, then end with a spectacular FREE 4-night stay in Amsterdam for Gay Pride (if you book by December 3rd; $299 per person afterward)! Limited availability, so book now!
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Fall New England and Canada BearCruise
7 Nights from NYC: Sept 28 – Oct 5, 2025
Aboard the Norwegian Getaway
Join BearCruise for a memorable adventure sailing from the vibrant island of Manhattan (yes, that island…New York City!!!) on the Norwegian Getaway to experience the vibrant fall colors of New England and Coastal Canada!
Visit the gorgeous mansions in fabulous Newport, Rhode Island, and enjoy Bar Harbor with its delicious Maine Lobster, Acadia National Park & Thunder Hole.
In Halifax, Nova Scotia enjoy the shops and the Museum of the Atlantic. At St. John on the Bay of Fundy visit the Reversing Fall Rapids and explore their beautiful coastal village.
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Scarlet New Year’s BearCruise Ahoy!
5-nights, December 28, 2025 – January 2, 2026
Aboard the Virgin Voyages “Scarlet Lady”
Ditch the cold weather at home and join us on board Virgin Voyage’s Scarlet Lady for a 5-night getaway where we will ring in the new year in style! We sail from Miami (with BearCruise host hotel in Ft. Lauderdale the night before the cruise) to the winter warm-weather destination of Cozumel (Playa de Carmen, Mexico and also the incredible Beach Club at Bimini, Bahamas. There is no better way to ring out the old year and bring in the new year then with your best BearCruise buddies and Virgin Voyages.
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2026 VACAYA Caribbean BearCruise Group
Feb 14-21, 2026
With Seven Nights Onboard Holland America’s The Statandam
Join Our BearCruise Group,
… as we sail on the beautiful 2,678-guest Nieuw Statendam from Holland America! You’ve likely never needed a break from all that’s going on in today’s world more than you do right now. So, let BearCruise help you plan your escape!
We’ll visit Turks and Caicos, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and our own private island in the Bahamas, Half Moon Cay. And to top off our island visits, we’ll have two glorious shenanigan-filled Sea Days under the warm Caribbean sun.
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Hollywood Sunsets & Mexican Horizons
April 26 – May 03, 2026
With Seven Nights Onboard the Virgin “BRILLIANT LADY”
WANDERLUST SATISFIED.
This 7-night journey departs from Los Angeles, starting with a full day of self-care and soaking up the sun while sailing to Cabo San Lucas. The ideal depiction of a resort town, Cabo is one of the most visited vacation spots in Mexico, and for good reason. Spend the day on the notoriously beautiful beaches, go on an adventure via zipline, glass bottom funicular, ATV or snorkel.
The next day you’ll arrive in Mazatlan followed by Puerto Vallarta, a regular on many “World’s Best” lists due to its splendid beaches and world-renowned food and drink scene. After, you’ll have two more days to relax on the ship before returning to LA.
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Alaskan Glaciers and Bear Adventures
June 28 – July 5, 2026
With Seven Nights Onboard the Norwegian Cruise Lines ENCORE
THE VERY BEST OF ALASKA
This 7-night journey departs from Seattle where you can explore Pike Place Market, The Space Needle, Chihuly Glass and Gardens, and the bars and restaurants of Capitol Hill, Seattle’s gayborhood. Our first port is Juneau, Alaska’s capital city, where you can visit The Mendenhall Glacier Visitor’s Center or even take a helicopter ride and land on the glacier! Ketchikan is Alaska’s gorgeous port where you can see an exciting (and very easy on the eyes) Lumberjack Show, explore native culture, and view salmon-filled creeks. In Skagway, take the White Pass Railtway round-trip to see the gorgeous and dramatic interior landscape. The absolute highlight of this cruise is a day sailing in Glacier Bay. If you have not seen Glacier Bay, you have not seen the best of Alaska. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful. Our last stop in Victoria, British Columbia is where you can explore gorgeous Victorian architecture and visit the magnificent Buchart Flower Garden.
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World Pride in Amsterdam + Rhine River Cruise – COMING SOON
7 Nights, August 2 – 9, 2026
Aboard THE NOBLEMAN by Transcend Cruises – NEW SHIP!
Pride in Amsterdam is always incredible, and in 2026 it is going to be EXTRA INCREDIBLE when they are hosting World Pride! Our 4-star host hotel in Amsterdam is in the heart of this historic city full of history, fun, and adventure. Immerse yourself in the music, the massive pride parade on the canals, and floats that make Pride in Amsterdam an unforgettable holiday in the city.
We then board the ship in Amsterdam where you will enjoy our incredible floating river ship hotel, The Gentleman. Itinerary coming soon!!!
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Munich OktoBearfest + The Legendary Danube to Budapest –COMING SOON
3 Nights in Munich September 19 – 22, 2026 + 7 nights aboard the ship – September 22 – 29, 2026
An Exclusively BearCruise.com Sailing Aboard the New Transcend Evolve – NEW SHIP!
Two incredible days in Munich for Oktoberfest 2026 and a tour of Mad King Ludwig’s legendary Bavarian Neuschwanstein Castle … and that is all before we even set foot on the ship! This is Bucket List Travel!
Join BearCruise for a memorable adventure sailing from Passau, Germany on the legendary Danube. Along the way, we will visit Salzburg for the “Sound of Music” Tour, two days and an overnight stay in the music capital of Vienna, Austria before making our way to Budapest, Hungary.
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Read a few unsolicited endorsements from our happy bears!
We were apprehensive at first, but we quickly made friends and felt like family!
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We have traveled with some other tour companies that cater to the gay traveler, and this was our best trip.
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Best vacation in a long-long time! A good blend of things to do and relaxation. Loved the gay-friendly cruise line.
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The BearCruise was so much fun. Met so many wonderful people and made some great friendships that will continue.
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Very well coordinated cruise vacation. It was my first time booking with Dan Howell and it was glitch-free from start to finish!
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The BearCruise part of the experience overall was very good. We were all well informed for what there was to do. It was easy to mingle and get to know each other, and there were lots of activities provided.
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Loved the camaraderie of the group. Highlight of the time was the pool and hot tub takeover!
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I thought the group was great. I thought BearCruise.com was great. I thought AL was amazing and I think almost everything was spot-on as far as BearCruise.com.
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I booked the cruise to spend time with my friends, not because I identify with the bear community. Most everyone was friendly!
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