kathiag96 Posted January 19, 2015 #26 Share Posted January 19, 2015 As someone who has been cruising wiht Sixthman since 2001 (been on almost every RockBoat), let me just echo what others have posted - you're in for an amazing time. Sixthman's customer service is top notch and they really care about their cruisers. Hope you have a blast - can't wait to see what you think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockShrimp Posted January 20, 2015 #27 Share Posted January 20, 2015 I know the sixthman Caymo cruises are far more structured that the LRBC, where there are tickets given for some venues to control the number of people. I don't know how the Joe Bonamassa cruise will work in that regard. on LRBC folks just drift in and out of venues, it all works out. Cayamo is (IIRC) currently the only Sixthman boat with assigned seating, because of the preferences of the clientele on that boat. In general, the cruises are General Admission until/unless other arrangements are necessary. The best advice I can give on a sixthman boat is go with the flow. Since this is the first boat for this cruise, they may still be working out preferences of the specific audience and bands. I doubt a blues cruise will be super high maintenance. ;) And definitely, the worst part of a Sixthman boat is it ruins you for other trips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendie50 Posted January 20, 2015 Author #28 Share Posted January 20, 2015 Thank you! JB is gonna be on the pool deck both nights which I think is AWESOME. :o:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tygrus328 Posted February 7, 2015 #29 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Our flight gets in the day before the cruise and this is the first time we have sailed out of Miami. Can any of the cruise veterans recommend a reasonably priced hotel near the Fort Lauderdale airport or the port? Or even anything that wouldn't be much more than a $25 cab ride away from the port. I would very much like to get a room for under $150 if at all possible... Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendie50 Posted February 7, 2015 Author #30 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Good luck with the hotel search. However, though we chose not to do so I have found many hotels have park/stay/shuttle package. WE have six in our group and are driving down on Sunday and have rented a house for 2 nights on the Miami River for a little of nothing compared to hotel costs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kayron Posted November 21, 2015 #31 Share Posted November 21, 2015 I am a regular on the Legendary Rhythm and Blues cruise charter. It is privately run, so not part of sixthman. You will find that it is very casual, wear what you want. There may be a theme night or two for dressing up. Could be anything like Mardi Gras night or Pirate night. You will find out in advance. I know the sixthman Caymo cruises are far more structured that the LRBC, where there are tickets given for some venues to control the number of people. I don't know how the Joe Bonamassa cruise will work in that regard. on LRBC folks just drift in and out of venues, it all works out. There will be a few folks on board who are regular LRBC cruisers. They may help set the tone. A good party vibe! LRBC is very laid back, lots of music, jam sessions until the wee hours of the morning. No dress code (the ask that clothes are worn in the dining rooms, shoes are a nice to have). Since Keeping the blues alive is a new, short cruise, I guess you will see how it goes :) I saw Joe Bonamassa recently, he put on a great show. A very talented guy. John Hiatt is hilarious on stage. I have seen him a few times alone, and with Lyle Lovett. Ana Popovic was on the last LRBC and brought her big band. Great stuff! If anyone is up for a 7 day blues charter next January, check out the LRBC website for pre-booking info. There are a few folks who are doing the January LRBC and the Keeping the Blues alive cruise in February. It becomes habit forming ;) I so need your advice. I am definitely not a cruise gal, but have regretted many times not having gone on the Lrbc due to the lineup, or having had great last minute cabin deals like this Oct where I missed the last concert of Alan Toussaint. I have a cabin offer for this January and have today to decide. I know the music is amazing but not sure of the people, the cruise life, needing sleep, would you recommend it to someone who never wanted to go on a cruise but loves blues? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hattack Posted November 21, 2015 #32 Share Posted November 21, 2015 OMG...the LRBC is :eek:awesome:eek: and your fellow cruisers are incredible...my friend Emile Hall is the lead sax player and musical director for New Orleans legendary New Orleans Blue Queen Irma Thomas and he loves doing that cruise every year...you will be immersed in the music and the spirit of music fans all being on a cruise for one single reason (the music) very, very, very different from a "normal" cruise (which is a good thing)...if you have the opportunity I urge you to do it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sun~ Posted November 24, 2015 #33 Share Posted November 24, 2015 I so need your advice. I am definitely not a cruise gal, but have regretted many times not having gone on the Lrbc due to the lineup, or having had great last minute cabin deals like this Oct where I missed the last concert of Alan Toussaint. I have a cabin offer for this January and have today to decide. I know the music is amazing but not sure of the people, the cruise life, needing sleep, would you recommend it to someone who never wanted to go on a cruise but loves blues? Did you get the cabin? I hope so! There is a fairly broad cross section of people. Some will only listen to acoustic blues, some just go to jam, others want to see absolutely everything! I was never a huge KWS fan, but after seeing him on a couple of cruises, I am a big fan now. He was awesome jamming. There are always a couple of surprises. Mr. Sipp was definitely in that category. If you didn't get the cabin, keep your eyes open on the FB group. They get grabbed up pretty quick. If you are able to get on, just let me know. I will be happy to introduce you to lots of folks. We have a get together about 3pm on the first day by the lido pool. Sheila from Ottawa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy H Posted June 7, 2017 #34 Share Posted June 7, 2017 I have done the "Women of the Grammys" ( a group on an existing cruise) and the Sail Across the Sun (Charter, based on the band Train) Both were wonderful... both by Sixthman... I will do Sail Across the Son again... and think about other cruises ... I also will cruise traditional cruises.. A music cruise is a music festival at sea... it is wonderful and intimate.. Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aloevera14 Posted August 21, 2017 #35 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Any cayamo 2018 guests on this board. Live loud! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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