Monday, 16 October
Port Canaveral (Orlando, FL)
Departure 4 PM ET
✶ Location: Royal Caribbean Independence of the Seas
Cruise Terminal # 1
9050 Discover Place
Port Canaveral, FL 32920
✶ Location: Deck 2 Forward – Conf. Center
Swing by IEEE-USA’s hospitality desk to pick up your IEEE-USA 50th Anniversary Cruise lanyard and swag bag.
✶ Location: Olive or Twist (Deck 14 – aft)
Join IEEE-USA’s 50th Anniversary Cruise speakers and guests as we open the inaugural IEEE-USA Cruise! Meet and mingle with your fellow cruisers while you enjoy a cocktail and hear a bit more about the activities we have in store for you!
✶ Location: TBA
Join the group for dinner in the Main Dining Room!
Tuesday, 17 October
Nassau, Bahamas
✶ Location: Deck 12 – Sky Lounge
Join us at the Sky Lounge on Deck 12 for a 3K fun run, to be run at your own pace. Complete the run and collect your IEEE-USA 50th Anniversary 3K medal.
✶ Location: Nassau, Bahamas
Once a pirate’s haven, Caribbean charm shines in the picture-perfect Bahamian capital, where you’re never more than a few steps away from rhythmic percussions, appetizing flavors, white-sand beaches, and some of the clearest waters in the world.
Return to ship by no later than 5:00 PM.
✶ Location: TBA
Join the group for dinner in the Main Dining Room!
✶ Location: Deck 14 Forward, Viking Crown Lounge
Join your fellow cruisers for an informal meet-up at the Viking Crown Lounge. This iconic lounge is the ultimate spot to soak up panoramic views, enjoy a cocktail or refreshment, catch the sunset through its floor-to-ceiling windows, then stick around as the space comes alive with the sounds of live entertainers, flashing strobe lights, and plenty of hip-swinging action on the dance floor.
Wednesday, 18 October
Perfect Day @ CocoCay, Bahamas
✶ Location: CocoCay, Bahamas
CocoCay is Royal Caribbean’s private island in the Bahamas, which means only Royal Caribbean cruise ships can go there. Conquer the tallest waterslide in North America and snap a shot from up to 450 feet up in a helium balloon. Grab a drink at the swim-up bar and soak up the scene in the largest freshwater pool in the Bahamas. Or get a taste of Bora Bora with your own Overwater Cabana.
Return to ship by no later than 5:00 PM.
Join the group for dinner in the Main Dining Room!
✶ Location: Deck 5, Ale & Anchor, English Pub
Join your fellow cruisers for an informal meet-up at this English-themed pub to recap your CocoCay adventures. If you’re looking to grab a pint, this fleetwide favorite is the spot. Pop-up musical performances keep the vibe here is as lively as London, and the pub’s impressive drink menu offers a sweeping selection of beers that range from ales to lagers, with UK-themed cocktails and an inspired collection of spirits.
✶ Location: Deck 2 Forward
Join your fellow cruisers for Midnight Madness, a late-night meet-up featuring fun, trivia and prizes!
Thursday, 19 October
Day at Sea/IEEE-USA Lightning Sessions
✶ Location: Deck 2 Forward – Conference Center
Details to be announced for IEEE-USA’s 30-minute, informative Lightning Sessions. This time slot will also feature a special bonus session provided by our Gold Sponsor, The IEEE Member Group Insurance Program.
✶ Location: Deck 2 Forward – Conference Center
Details to be announced for IEEE-USA’s 30-minute, informative Lightning Sessions.
Join the group for dinner in the Main Dining Room!
Friday, 20 October
Return Home to Port Canaveral, FL
All Passengers Disembarked by 9 AM ET
✶ Location: Port Canaveral, FL
*All passengers must be disembarked by 9:00 AM ET*