Premiere Christian Cruises

Premier Experience known for years as Premier Christian Cruises charters cruise ships (usually the whole boat!) in order to give passengers an exciting and unique experience.

Best known for their K-Love Cruise and Music Boat, Premier has since added the Girls Getaway and Marriage Cruise.  Since 2014, they also feature the Duck Commander Cruise featuring the Robertson family of Duck Dynasty fame.

Boats and destinations vary, but you won’t lack for sun and fun, fellowship and worship.

Schedules

Check the schedule of upcoming trips at Premiere-Experience.

Experiencing a Premiere Christian Cruise

In the past I’d always gone on a secular cruise so I was curious how a Christian cruise would be different.

Right away I could tell the staff from Premier was different.  They all had a smile and genuinely seemed as excited about the opportunity to serve us as we were to take the cruise.

The first day we arrived at the cruise ship we were giving our room keys also known as our Set Sail Cards and a detailed schedule of the day’s events.  There was always something planned including a special celebration.  Once onboard the ship passengers are greeted by Bob & Larry from Veggie Tales.  This made the kids so excited to meet their Veggie Tale Friends.  It is also one of many picture opportunities.

At Set Sail time there is a fun Sail Away Party on the Pool Deck with live entertainment and the chance to wave goodbye to the port.  Let the FUN begin!

Seriously, there is never a lack of options once the boat hits open water.  The Premier Staff has planned something for every hour from morning on into night.  On the first day there are 4 concerts with some of your favorite Christian artists, 2 comedy acts, Karaoke, Salsa Dance Class, Teen Mix and Mingle, Autograph Session, Trivia contest, Dance Music with Soundwaves Quartet, Singles Mingle, Teen Time, and a late movie starting at midnight for those of us that are just not ready to call it a night.

Not to mention all the sports opportunities, do you like basketball, rock climbing, table tennis, how about a jog around the top pool deck?  There is so much to do that it makes your heart leap!  But if you want to sit back and do absolutely nothing then the atmosphere of relaxation is present as well.  There are many “secret” spots available where you can steal away and read a book, take a nap, or dig deep into a Bible Study.  This cruise offers it all.

The thing I think I noticed the most about the Premiere cruise was the atmosphere.  It WAS noticeably different than the secular cruises I had been on before.  People were genuinely nice from the Premier staff, the ship staff, and the other passengers.  I never worried about walking around the boat alone.  I felt completely safe.

I had the opportunity to talk to some of the cruise ship staff about the passengers and their opinion of the atmosphere.  The ship staff all stated how well behaved and nice the Premier cruisers were, how pleasant it had been to serve the cruisers, and how they were going to miss us.  Even the staff of the cruise line noticed a difference.

So you ask why cruise with Premier Christian Cruises?  Here are my top 5 reasons:

1. Christian Atmosphere
2. Christian Artists
3. Kind staff and passengers
4. Clean acts, entertainment, and environment
5. FUN for everyone!!!

Transportation Option

Premier Cruises offer transportation options to get you where you need to be.  It was nice to know that when I arrived at the airport, my transportation had been taken care of to get me safely shuttled to the hotel.  On embarkation day transportation package passengers have specific times to board buses for the boat.  This process is effective in minimizing lines and waits.   And finally, there is a shuttle back to the airport on the last day.   Well worth the modest fee.

Required Travel Documents

From Premiere Christian Cruise’s Pre-Cruise Details:

Proper travel documentation is required at embarkation and throughout the cruise and is the responsibility of the guest. Any guest traveling without proper documentation will not be allowed to board the vessel and no refund of the cruise fare will be issued. U.S. citizens are encouraged to show a U.S. passport. If they do not have a passport, they should be prepared to provide a government-issued photo ID (e.g. Driver’s License) and proof of U.S. citizenship such as a U.S. birth certificate. The Department of State is now issuing passport cards in response to the need for a less expensive and more portable alternative to the traditional passport book.  Please see U.S. Department of State for more information on the passport card.

From the U.S. Department of State Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative:

“Closed Loop” Cruises: U.S. citizens who board a cruise ship at a port within the United States, travel only within the Western Hemisphere, and return to the same U.S. port on the same ship may present a government issued photo identification, along with proof of citizenship (an original or copy of his or her birth certificate, a Consular report of Birth Abroad, or a Certificate of Naturalization). Please be aware that you may still be required to present a passport to enter the foreign countries your cruise ship is visiting. Check with your cruise line to ensure you have the appropriate documents.

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