Game Day At Sea—Cheers, Camaraderie and Cruise-Deck Fun
Ready for a cruise where your love of football isn’t left on dry land? At America’s Best Cruises, we’re excited to bring you a voyage that blends the thrill of the gridiron with the excitement of sailing—where game day meets getaway.
Recently, Carnival Cruise Line announced that they’ll broadcast NFL and college football games onboard during the 2024-25 season. (Cruise Fever) This is huge news for travel groups, girlfriends’ trips, or fan clubs that don’t want to miss out on their favorite team—even while on the ocean.
Why This Matters For Your Group
- Shared Passion, Shared Experience: Whether you’re cheering the team with your sisters, best friends or travel-club crew, there’s magic in watching the game together—poolside, under the stars, deck-chairs at the ready.
- Unique Cruise Vibe: This is more than just shore stops and cocktails—it’s a marquee event. Big-screen game moments, themed gatherings, and shared cheers create memories different from any standard vacation.
- Tailored for Groups of Women & Friends: You won’t just be spectators—you’ll be part of something special. Game-day outfits, photo stops, pre-game mixers, and even vendor moments onboard make it fun and social.
What Carnival Is Offering for Football Fans
- Carnival has licensed the NFL’s syndication and Sunday Ticket package for this season. (Cruise Hive)
- They’ll broadcast select NFL and college football games on many of their U.S.-home-port sailings—especially from ports tied to major college football regions. (Cruise Fever)
- While games may not always be shown in the staterooms, you’ll find them in onboard sports bars, lounges or large-screen public viewing areas. (Cruise Fever)
How Your Group Can Elevate The Game Day at Sea
- Book a cruise departure that coincides with big football weekends—pre-game, post-season, or even Super Bowl sailings.
- Coordinate your group’s game-day outfit or color theme (team colors, cruise shirts, matching accessories) for fun photo moments.
- Host a “pre-game deck meetup” on embarkation day: cocktails, snacks, introductions—get the conversations started before the first kickoff onboard.
- Reserve a group section at the onboard sports bar (if available) or mix in a football-viewing party night with other fellow fans.
- Make it a content moment: live-stream your group reactions, post stories of game-time in short-sleeves at sea, and share the contrast of game day under palm trees instead of stadium lights.
Destination, Game & Cruise—The Winning Combo
Imagine this: You and your friends from across the country meet at the Miami terminal, board the ship in team colors, sail to the Caribbean, and somewhere along the way you toast your favorite team’s win while the ocean sparkles. A cruise can turn game day into week-away.
Whether you’re already planning a football-themed group event or simply want a fun twist for your next cruise, this is an opportunity to marry your love of travel with your love of football.
Ready To Sail Into Game Day At Sea?
Let’s pick a cruise that matches the big game calendar, aligns with your group’s vibe (casual friends, sisters, fan club), and offers onboard experiences your community will talk about. At America’s Best Cruises, we’ll help you map the itinerary, lock in the cabins together, and plan the group meet-ups that turn this into a memory-making event.
Contact us today, choose your port, pick your sailing date, and let’s score touchdowns at sea together.
Here’s to friends, fun, football—and sails that make the weekend unforgettable.
