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Comic-Con: The Cruise
Announces Talent Scheduled to Appear, Special Events, Theme Nights
The Ultimate Fan Adventure Sets Sail in 2025
With
Warwick Davis, George Takei, Ernie Hudson, Mary McDonnell, Tricia Helfer, Grace Park, Rekha Sharma, Amy Jo Johnson, Scott Grimes, Greg Grunberg, Virginia Gardner, Grace Caroline Currey, Jonah Ray and Ted Lange,
Guest Host Felicia Day,
Industry Insider Robb Pearlman, an Artists’ Alley and
A Celebration of the Women of Battlestar Galactica
San Diego (October 16, 2024) — Comic-Con: The Cruise continues to add to its ever-growing cast of special guests, artists and more as it prepares to launch the 2025 inaugural sailing, bringing the comic community together and immersing guests in the world of popular arts like never before. The Ultimate Fan Adventure™ will feature a ship full of iconic actors, artists, industry insiders and more, along with theme events every day and night, panel discussions, screenings, meet-and-greets and a very special celebration of the women of Battlestar Galactica. A full-ship charter, Comic-Con: The Cruise sails February 5-9, 2025, from Tampa, FL to Cozumel onboard Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas.
Comic-Con: The Cruise is licensed by San Diego Comic Convention® (parent company of world-renowned San Diego Comic-Con®), the first and only official cruise of the iconic brand. Bringing the fan experience to new heights, the event will celebrate fan passions and is full of surprises, with original, one-of-a-kind entertainment delivered by iconic and beloved Comic-Con stars and creators who step off the stage and dine, party, and interact with the guests throughout the cruise in an environment like no other.
“We’re excited to show Comic-Con fans what Comic-Con: The Cruise has in store for them when it sails in 2025,” says Greg Laubach, Executive Director of Entertainment Cruise Productions. “These talented actors and insiders will be on the ship day and night, with limitless opportunities for everyone to get to know them during performances, activities and events in a whole new kind of way.”
Joining Comic-Con: The Cruise on its inaugural sailing are Warwick Davis, George Takei, Ernie Hudson, Mary McDonnell, Tricia Helfer, Grace Park, Rekha Sharma, Amy Jo Johnson, Scott Grimes, Greg Grunberg, Virginia Gardner, Grace Caroline Currey, Jonah Ray and
Ted Lange, Guest Host Felicia Day, industry insider Robb Pearlman, Bob Bergen (voice of Porky Pig), makeup artist Thomas Surprenant and cosplay guests Yaya Han and Cowbutt Crunchies. The cruise will also feature an Artists’ Alley with Amanda Conner, Adam Hughes, Jimmy Palmiotti, Afua Richardson, Kip Rasmussen, Sarah Myer and Joe Wos, and partnerships with Bob Ross, Inc. and Peanuts (featuring artists Justin Thompson and Mary Shyne). Onboard performances include The Action Figures (featuring Scott Grimes, Greg Grunberg and Amy Jo Johnson), celebrity DJ Alanah Pearce, dueling piano players Brian Wilk and Brad Heron and party band Funky Bonez.
Comic-Con: The Cruise is a place where lifelong memories and new friendships will be made, bringing people together over their shared dedication to comics and popular arts. Fans become part of the story with unprecedented opportunities to interact with actors, creators, authors, and more, and see them in settings and showcases unlike anywhere else. They will rub shoulders with their favorite stars amidst a vibrant community of the most passionate fans across the globe during events and activities including:
● An unparalleled lineup of talent performing special shows every night and interacting with guests in out-of-the-ordinary events
● Stars and icons joining guests in an array of activities such as Talent Hosted tastings, trivia sessions, live demonstrations, and more
● Theme night parties and cosplay events along with party bands and DJs
● Competitive video and tabletop gaming, next-level trivia contests, and more
● Fun and unique vendors
● Lively group panels and candid Q&A sessions
● Meet-and-greets
● Autograph and photograph sessions
The incredible journey takes guests on an unforgettable voyage in the Caribbean where they can surround themselves in Mexico’s culture and natural beauty, from its pristine white sand beaches to its magnificent mountains and vibrant architecture. The ship is a destination of its own. Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas offers luxury accommodations, excellent service, and first-class venues for our performances, events, and activities, as well as a Vegas-style casino and acres of glass offering panoramic views of the surrounding scenery. In between adventures, guests can soak up the sun poolside while reading their favorite comics or graphic novels, scale the 40-ft rock climbing wall, tee off on the mini golf green, relax at the spa, and dig into world-class flavors from more than a dozen restaurants and bars.
Cabin rates for Comic-Con: The Cruise begin at $990 per person (double occupancy) which includes all performances, interviews, parties, and events presented on the cruise, plus all meals. Further information can be found at www.comicconthecruise.com or by calling 877-438-9092.