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Sail Away On The 2018 Country Music Cruise w/ The Gatlin Brothers

June 23, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

Sail Away On The 2018 Country Music Cruise w/ The Gatlin Brothers

You guys know how much I love cruising and music. So, what better way to enjoy both at the same time than to hit the high seas with Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers? One of the stops on the cruise is St Maarten, too. I have been there before and love that you can visit both the Dutch and French sides – kind of like 2 places at once. This cruise is nearly sold out, so you need to act fast to insure that you get to go. Get the details below!

Sail Away On The 2018 Country Music Cruise w/ The Gatlin Brothers

Sail Away With Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers On The 2018 Country Music Cruise

In February 2018, legendary country music trio Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers will take their signature harmonies to the sea as they board The Country Music Cruise on its 5th anniversary voyage. The eight-day cruise will depart from Fort Lauderdale, Florida aboard Holland America’s Signature class ship, the Nieuw Amsterdam, on February 3 and journey on to St. Maarten and St. Kitts before returning to Fort Lauderdale on February 10.

“I am excited and honored to be back on The Country Music Cruise,” says Larry Gatlin. “Especially on this 5th anniversary journey. I was on the first one back in 2014, so it means a lot to me to be asked to help celebrate with the guests and the team on-board. The whole cruise, from the concerts to the country-filled events to all of the time the artists spend with the fans, is like nothing else out there.”

Steve Gatlin adds, “In addition to our country performances, we are also planning a special gospel music show featuring us and several of our friends. Stay tuned for more info!” The Gatlins won’t be the only performers singin’ on the Caribbean.

Next year’s lineup includes Alabama, Mickey Gilley, Lorrie Morgan, Bobby Bare, Jim Stafford, Johnny Lee, T. Graham Brown, Dailey & Vincent, Lacy J. Dalton, Asleep At The Wheel, Jeannie Seely, Wade Hayes, Chuck Mead and his Grassy Knoll Boys, comedian Jon Reep, Crook & Chase’s Lorianne Crook and several Elvis tribute artists.

The cruise will also present a very special performance event, the Grand Ole Opry At Sea, bringing the best of the country music institution onto the ship just for guests. “The Country Music Cruise is so wonderful, I wish it was more than once a year,” notes Rudy Gatlin. “I could go on one about every 3 or 4 months! Hope to see y’all on the big boat next February!”

Next year’s country music party on the ocean is nearing a sell-out. A limited number of cabins are still available for purchase. For more information visit CountryMusicCruise.com or call the reservations center at 866-476-2879.

About Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers

The close family harmonies of Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers have given the trio a signature sound that led to country classics like “All The Gold In California” and “Houston (Means I’m One Day Closer To You).” The brothers won a GRAMMY® for their 1976 breakthrough hit, “Broken Lady,” and reached #1 with several other songs soon thereafter. Along with five career nominations for the ACM Vocal Group, the Gatlin Brothers picked up three 1979 trophies – Single of the Year (“All The Gold In California”), Album of the Year (Straight Ahead) and Male Vocalist of the Year for Larry Gatlin. Larry Gatlin has written songs that were later recorded by Elvis Presley, Glen Campbell, Barbra Streisand, Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Dottie West and many other artists. For more information on Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, visit gatlinbrothers.com

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Alabama, Asleep At The Wheel, Bobby Bare, Chuck Mead and his Grassy Knoll Boys, cruise, Dailey and Vincent, Florida, Fort Lauderdale, Jeannie Seely, Jim Stafford, Johnny Lee, Jon Reep, Lacy J Dalton, Larry Gatlin, Lorianne Crook, Lorrie Morgan, Mickey Gilley, St Kitts, St Maarten, T Graham Brown, The Gatlin Brothers, travel., Wade Hayes

About Dawn McAlexander

Dawn has been a music lover her entire life. She went to college in Boone, NC, an area that is rich in music and culture. She also worked as a radio deejay for 10 years and grew up in Southeastern, Va, a melting pot of different musical styles and traditions. She has been to more concerts than she can count in every genre you can imagine. She resides in North Carolina with her husband, Kenny, and their dog, Marley, and cat, TJ.

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  1. Kristen @ My 3 Little Kittens says

    June 23, 2017 at 6:44 pm

    I have never been on a cruise before! A music cruise is probably the most fabulous way to enjoy a cruise!

  2. Claudia Krusch says

    June 23, 2017 at 6:49 pm

    A country music cruise would be so much fun. I will have to add it to my travel wish list. Next year’s lineup looks fantastic.

  3. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    June 23, 2017 at 7:34 pm

    I would love to do this! Cruises have always been my favorite kinds of trips, and I love the Gatlin Brothers!

  4. Amy Desrosiers says

    June 23, 2017 at 8:41 pm

    I know so many country fanatics who would jump at this chance! I still have yet to go on a cruise myself!

  5. Pam says

    June 23, 2017 at 8:55 pm

    I love Alabama! This sounds like the best cruise ever. I have never been on a cruise but this one would be perfect.

  6. Sarah says

    June 23, 2017 at 9:30 pm

    I love country music. This would be my dream cruise, literally. I love Alabama. I am such a huge fan of the celebrities listed for this cruise. So much goodness in one place!

  7. valmg @ Mom Knows It All says

    June 23, 2017 at 10:21 pm

    I have been wanting to go on a cruise for years now. My Dad is a big country fan, this would be right up his alley.

  8. Chelley @ A is For Adelaide says

    June 23, 2017 at 11:17 pm

    What an amazing, once in a lifetime, opportunity!!! I would absolutely love to do this cruise!

  9. Shelley R Zurek says

    June 24, 2017 at 12:03 am

    I was on a cruise that was Elvis centered. But how cool would it be if you were there with real stars not impersonators?

  10. Sherry says

    June 24, 2017 at 1:00 am

    My husband would love to go on this cruise. He is a fan of country music.

  11. Hali says

    June 24, 2017 at 1:47 am

    I’ve never been on a cruise, but love country music. This sounds like such a fun vibe, and good time!

  12. Toni | Boulder Locavore says

    June 24, 2017 at 2:40 am

    This sounds so fun! I wish I could experience this kind of getaway!

  13. Jonna says

    June 24, 2017 at 5:23 pm

    This sounds like so much fun! I think I need to add it to my bucket list. What a blast!!

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Dawn has been a music lover her entire life. She went to college in Boone, NC, an area that is rich in music and culture. She also worked as a radio deejay for 10 years and grew up in Southeastern, Va, a melting pot of different musical styles and traditions. She has been to more concerts than she can count in every genre you can imagine. She resides in North Carolina with her husband, Kenny, and their dog, Marley, and cat, TJ.

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