Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise #44
EASTERN CARIBBEAN
Jan. 24 ~ 31, 2026

Sailing on the Holland America Nieuw Statendam from Ft. Lauderdale, FL to St. John (USVI), St. Maarten & Half Moon Cay (Bahamas Private Island)

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LRBC #44 Bands:

Taj Mahal Blues Cruise
Taj Mahal & the Phantom Blues Band

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Blues Cruise
Kenny Wayne Shepherd

Kingfish Blues Cruise
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram

Dumpstaphunk Blues Cruise
Dumpstaphunk

Tommy Castro Blues Cruise
Tommy Castro & the Painkillers

Ronnie Baker Brooks Blues Cruise
Ronnie Baker Brooks

Danielle Nicole Band Blues Cruise
Danielle Nicole Band

Victor Wainwright Blues Cruise
Victor Wainwright & the Train

Vanessa Collier Blues Cruise
Vanessa Collier

“Billy
Billy Branch & the Sons of Blues Revue

Nick Moss Band Blues Cruise
Nick Moss Band feat. Dennis Gruenling w/ Lil' Jimmy Reed

Southern Avenue Blues Cruise
Southern Avenue

Mr Sipp Blues Cruise
Mr. Sipp

The Phantom Blues Band Blues Cruise
The Phantom Blues Band

Doug MacLeod Blues Cruise
Doug MacLeod

Monster Mike Welch Blues Cruise
Monster Mike Welch

Zac Harmon Blues Cruise
Zac Harmon & the Drive

Jontavious Willis Blues Cruise
Jontavious Willis
(Solo & Band)

Keeshea Pratt Blues Cruise
Keeshea Pratt Band

Ghalia Volt Blues Cruise
Ghalia Volt Band

Dylan Triplett Blues Cruise
Dylan Triplett Band

Mathias Lattin Blues Cruise
Mathias Lattin Band

Ghalia Volt Blues Cruise
Ghalia Volt
(Solo)

Dave Gross & Pat Harrington Blues Cruise
Dave Gross & Pat Harrington

Josh Hoyer Blues Cruise
Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal
('25 IBC Winners)

PIANO BAR HOSTS:

Mitch Woods Blues Cruise
Mitch Woods Club 88

Rev. Billy C. Wirtz Blues Cruise
Rev. Billy C. Wirtz

Daryl Davis Blues Cruise
Daryl Davis

Kelley Hunt Blues Cruise
Kelley Hunt

Eden Brent Blues Cruise
Eden Brent & Bob Dowell

Deanna Bogart Blues Cruise
Deanna Bogart

Brooks Milgate Blues Cruise
Brooks Milgate

SPECIAL GUESTS:

Young Rell Blues Cruise
Harrell "Young Rell" Davenport

David Julia Blues Cruise
David Julia

LATE NIGHT JAMS:

Mr Sipp's Sugar Shack Blues Cruise
Mr. Sipp's Sugar Shack

Chuk Barber's Soul Lounge Blues Cruise
Chuk Barber's Soul Lounge

LRBC #44 ITINERARY + THEMES:

1/24 (Sat.): Ft. Lauderdale, FL | Depart 5p | Hometown Blues

1/25: Half Moon Cay, Bahamas | 9a~3p | The Big Hair Blues Affair
Throw on your wildest wig or biggest hairdo and join us for a night of soulful blues and playful style.

1/26: Bluesin’ At Sea | Mardi Gras (Parade)
Purple, green, and gold! Think sparkly masks, beads, feathers, and fun costumes that bring the party spirit to life. The flashier, the better.

1/27: Cruz Bay, St. John, USVI | 9a~7p | Legendary Gear

1/28: Philipsburg, Sint Maarten | 8a~5p | Nauti By Nature (Parade)
Grab your crew and get ready to rock those stripes and anchors! Think flirty sundresses, breezy linens, and anything navy or white. Add a sailor hat, a wink, and maybe a drink – because tonight we’re knot here to behave. Let’s get ship-faced and set sail in style!

1/29: Bluesin’ At Sea | Game Day Glow At Sea
Whether you’re cheering for your team in full jersey or glowing in neon and glitter, dress to shine and show your style – sports fans and glow-getters welcome!

1/30: Bluesin’ At Sea | Tie-Dye Jam Night
Rock your favorite tie-dye swag, paraphernalia, and tight bits for a colorful vibe!

1/31: Ft. Lauderdale, FL | Arrive 7a

To view Holland America Nieuw Statendam deck plans, please visit this link.


HAL Nieuw Statendam Categories & Per Person Rates

HAL Category DescriptionDoubleTripleQuadSingle
• Suites:
PS
Pinnacle Suite64005000430012800
SQ
Neptune Suite46003800n/a9200
SA
Neptune Suite4500370032509000
SB
Neptune Suite44003600n/a8800
SC
Neptune Suite43003500n/a8600
SS
Signature Suite39503250n/a7900
SY
Signature Suite3850n/an/a7700
AS
Vista Suite (Shower Only)35503050n/a7100
A
Vista Suite (Shower Only)3500300026507000
B
Vista Suite (Shower Only)3450295026006900
BC
Vista Suite (Shower Only)3400n/an/a6800
• Verandah Staterooms
(Shower only):
VQ
Spa Verandah32002800n/a5900
VS
Verandah3150n/an/a5800
V
Verandah3125272525005700
VA
Verandah3075267524505650
VB
Verandah3000260024005600
VC
Verandah2950257523505550
VD
Verandah29252525n/a5500
VE
Verandah2875247522505400
VF
Verandah28002400n/a5300
VH
Verandah (partially obstructed)2775237521505200
• Oceanview Family Staterooms
(Shower & Bathtub + Additional Shower Stall):
FA
Family Oceanview (w/ bathtub)2700235020001800 (quint)
FB
Family Oceanview (w/ bathtub)2650230019501750 (quint)
• Oceanview Staterooms
(Shower Only):
CQ
Spa Oceanview2650n/an/a4750
C
Oceanview26002200n/a4600
D
Oceanview2500n/an/a4500
E
Oceanview2400n/an/a4250
F
Oceanview2350n/an/a4200
OO
Oceanviewn/an/an/a4000
• Inside Staterooms
(Shower Only):
IQ
Spa Interior2250n/an/a3900
I
Interior21501900n/a3800
J
Interior2050n/an/a3650
K
Interior1950n/an/a3500
L
Interior1850n/an/a3300
N
Interior1750n/an/a3100

– Additionally, pre-paid ship/port fees are $290 per person –
– Gratuities will not be prepaid but collected onboard by Holland America –
 Gratuity Amounts:
Suites:  $19.00 per person per day
All other staterooms:  $17.00 per person per day
Cancellation Policy:
Through July 25, 2025  –  $250 per person
July 26 – Oct. 31, 2025  –  $500 per person  
Nov. 1 – Nov. 28, 2025  –  50% of total cruise cost
Nov. 29, 2025 & after  –  100% of total cruise cost

Terms & Conditions: Printable PDF


CABINS ARE NOT TRANSFERABLE – NO EXCEPTIONS.
CHANGES: Must be made in WRITING.
Any change made after cabin selection will be assessed a $250 per person administrative fee. There are no fees for adding additional passengers or waitlisting for an alternate stateroom.

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