Cruise for a Cause 2027: Mardi Gras with Penn State Tampa Bay
Penn State Alumni Association – Greater Tampa Bay Chapter
🎭🚢 Cruise for a Cause 2027
7 Nights. Mardi Gras. Penn Staters. A Great Cause.
Join Penn State alumni, family and friends for an unforgettable
7-night Caribbean cruise from Tampa aboard the
Norwegian Gem — including a visit to
New Orleans during Mardi Gras!
🦁 Cruise Details
Length: 7 Nights
Departure: Tampa, Florida
Ship: Norwegian Gem
Destinations: Cozumel + New Orleans
Highlight: Mardi Gras in New Orleans 🎭
💙 Vacation With a Purpose
This is more than a great vacation. Proceeds from Cruise for a Cause support the
Penn State Alumni Association – Greater Tampa Bay Chapter Scholarship Endowment,
helping us provide long-term support for local students pursuing their Penn State education.
Every cabin booked helps us grow the endowment while bringing Penn Staters,
family members, friends and our Tampa Bay community together for an unforgettable experience.
And you do not need to be a Penn State alumnus to participate.
Bring your spouse or partner, family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, college friends —
or anyone who would enjoy a great trip for a great cause.
💰 Promotional Cruise Rates
Current promotional pricing for two guests:
🌅 Balcony Stateroom (BA)
$2,620.20 for two guests
🌊 Oceanview Stateroom (OB)
$1,846.20 for two guests
🛏️ Inside Stateroom (IB)
$1,590.10 for two guests
$500 due at booking
Remaining balance due September 25, 2026
Cabin inventory and pricing are subject to availability. Early booking is strongly encouraged.
🎉 Why You’ll Want to Join Us
- Depart conveniently from Tampa
- Spend seven nights aboard the Norwegian Gem
- Visit Cozumel and New Orleans
- Experience New Orleans during Mardi Gras
- Travel alongside Penn State alumni, family and friends
- Help support scholarships for future Penn Staters
📞 Ready to Sail?
To reserve your cabin or ask questions about accommodations and availability,
contact our travel professional:
Candice Duquella
Dream Vacations
[email protected]
727-656-4649
📣 Help Us Spread the Word
Know another Penn Stater, friend or family member who loves to travel?
Please share this page and invite them to join us. The larger our group,
the more fun we’ll have — and the greater the impact we can make for our scholarship endowment.