Cruise ship at sea
Deaf Vacations Presents

KODA Camp at Sea 2028

An unforgettable cruise experience designed for the KODA community.

KODA kids using sign language on the ship

Welcome to our very first KODA Camp at Sea!

KODA Camp at Sea brings together Kids of Deaf Adults for an unforgettable voyage filled with sign language, friendship, and adventure. Every activity is designed to be fully accessible and led by Deaf and ASL-fluent staff.

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ASL Workshops

Interactive sign language sessions led by Deaf instructors for all ages and skill levels.

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Pool & Water Fun

Splash zones, water slides, and pool games with ASL-fluent camp counselors.

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Talent & Game Nights

Evening entertainment, skits, and friendly competitions in a fully accessible environment.

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Creative Arts

Arts & crafts, storytelling, and team-building projects designed for KODA kids.

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Shore Excursions

Family-friendly port adventures with Deaf-friendly guides and group leaders.

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Make New Friends

A welcoming community where KODA kids connect, bond, and grow together.

3 Worlds Β· Endless Oceans Β· One Family

Three Worlds Come Together at Sea

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DEAF WORLD

Deaf parents and Deaf community members sharing language, culture, and lived experience.

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CODA WORLD

KODAs and CODAs β€” Kids/Children of Deaf Adults β€” growing up between two worlds.

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HEARING WORLD

Hearing family members and friends joining to celebrate and connect together.

ONE FAMILY

β€œMore than a cruise β€” a family legacy on the open ocean.”

Our Vision

To create a space where KODAs, CODAs, Deaf parents, hearing family members, and friends come together to celebrate three worlds β€” at sea.

Age Groups

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Seashells

Ages 0–4

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Dolphins

Ages 5–12

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Turtles

Ages 13–17

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Anchors

Ages 18–30+

Who Can Join?

KODAs and CODAs of all ages

Deaf parents and Deaf family members

Hearing parents, siblings, and relatives

Friends and allies of the community

Special Experiences

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ASL-led welcome ceremony

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Age-based connection groups

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Family Amazing Race

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KODA Family Celebration Dinner

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Sunset social gatherings

Event Planner & Schedule

Two Sea Days of Connection

SEA DAY 1

The Connection Day

9:00 – 9:30 AM

Welcome Ceremony

Everyone

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Age-Based Connection Groups

KODAs / CODAs

12:00 – 1:00 PM

Lunch Together

Everyone

2:00 – 4:00 PM

Workshops & Games

By Age Group

Evening

Optional Social Gathering

Kids Β· Teens Β· Adult CODAs

SEA DAY 2

The Family Legacy Day

10:30 – 11:30 AM

Family Amazing Race

Age Groups

12:30 – 1:30 PM

Lunch Together

Everyone

2:00 – 4:00 PM

Legacy Story Circles

Families

6:00 – 7:30 PM

KODA Family Celebration Dinner

Everyone

8:00 PM

Sunset Social

Everyone

Our Goal

Build a lasting family legacy across generations

Celebrate Deaf culture, ASL, and KODA identity together

Create meaningful bonds across all three worlds

Make every moment fully accessible and inclusive

SEE YOU IN 2028!

KODA Camp at Sea 2028 β€” Coming Soon flyer

Coming Soon

Full details, pricing, and booking will be announced soon. Stay tuned!