July 9 - July 16, 2028·7 nights
🚢Royal Caribbean — Star of the Seas
Bahamas & Caribbean
Deposit Per Person
$250 (non-refundable)
⚠️ All deposits are non-refundable.
Highlights
Spend 7 nights of adventure aboard Star of the Seas. It all begins when you sail from Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida, with a call at Royal Caribbean’s award-winning private island, Perfect Day CocoCay, before heading to Samaná in the Dominican Republic and Charlotte Amalie in St. Thomas, then two days at sea on the way home. Specific ports of call are subject to change due to weather, safety or operational considerations.
Group Leader
Lisa Marie
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Highlights
7 nights aboard Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas
Round trip from Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
Perfect Day CocoCay, Bahamas — Royal Caribbean’s private island
Samaná, Dominican Republic
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Three relaxing days at sea
Itinerary
Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
Departure port. Most people know Orlando as America’s theme park capital, but the Space Coast offers surf spots, citrus groves, airboat rides through the St. John River marshlands and the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Ship departs at 4:30 pm — plan to arrive 2-3 hours early for check-in and boarding.
Perfect Day CocoCay, Bahamas
Docked 7:00 am – 5:00 pm. A Royal Caribbean exclusive. Conquer the tallest waterslide in the Caribbean, float above the island in a helium balloon, grab a drink at the swim-up bar, or relax in the largest freshwater pool in The Bahamas. Ten neighborhoods, seven with free admission.
Day at Sea
A full day aboard Star of the Seas.
Samaná, Dominican Republic
Docked 7:00 am – 4:00 pm. A tropical haven of lush rainforests, pristine beaches and charming towns — ride horseback to El Limón Waterfall, sail to Cayo Levantado, or stroll the colorful streets of Santa Bárbara de Samaná.
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Docked 9:00 am – 6:00 pm. Stroll the colorful markets of Charlotte Amalie or unwind on the sugary sand at Magen’s Bay.
Day at Sea
A day aboard Star of the Seas.
Day at Sea
A day aboard Star of the Seas.
Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
Arrives at 6:00 am.
Deaf Vacations Presents
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.
ASL Workshops
Interactive sign language sessions led by Deaf instructors for all ages and skill levels.
Pool & Water Fun
Splash zones, water slides, and pool games with ASL-fluent camp counselors.
Talent & Game Nights
Evening entertainment, skits, and friendly competitions in a fully accessible environment.
Creative Arts
Arts & crafts, storytelling, and team-building projects designed for KODA kids.
Shore Excursions
Family-friendly port adventures with Deaf-friendly guides and group leaders.
Make New Friends
A welcoming community where KODA kids connect, bond, and grow together.
3 Worlds · Endless Oceans · One Family
Three Worlds Come Together at Sea
DEAF WORLD
Deaf parents and Deaf community members sharing language, culture, and lived experience.
CODA WORLD
KODAs and CODAs — Kids/Children of Deaf Adults — growing up between two worlds.
HEARING WORLD
Hearing family members and friends joining to celebrate and connect together.
ONE FAMILY
“More than a cruise — 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 — at sea.
Age Groups
Seashells
Ages 0–4
Dolphins
Ages 5–12
Turtles
Ages 13–17
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
ASL-led welcome ceremony
Age-based connection groups
Family Amazing Race
KODA Family Celebration Dinner
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 · Teens · 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
Registration Fee
$50 per child under 18 years old
A one-time registration fee helps us make the KODA Camp at Sea™ experience memorable for every child. Your registration fee covers the following:
- Official KODA Camp at Sea™ T-shirts for participants
- Small welcome gifts and souvenirs
- Welcome bags and name badges
- Meeting-room reservations, if applicable
- Activities, games, and event supplies
- Our first Grand Opening Welcome Celebration
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!