Friendly Cruises and Tours

04/09/2024

Do you have a favorite place on the globe that you could visit repeatedly? Let us know in the comments.

04/05/2024

I am thrilled to announce that I can book into most gay-only cruises. So if you are considering one of those big gay cruise charters and want a single point of contact for personalized service, I'm your guy!

03/27/2024

Join us for the start of Summer 2025 with an amazing group of LGBTQ+ individuals as we sail to Mexico aboard Royal Caribbean’s Enchantment of the Seas. This 5-night adventure comes with EXCLUSIVE events and pricing! 😍

🚢 Royal Caribbean – Enchantment of the Seas
📅 June 2nd – June 7th, 2025
📌 Roundtrip from Tampa, Florida
📍 Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico
📍 Cozumel, Mexico

Listed below are the EXCLUSIVE rates for this sailing ONLY! The deposit is only $200 per person.

Balcony Cabin Category 3B:
💲2737.64 is the total for 2 (Includes Cabin, Port Taxes, and Fees)

Ocean View Cabin Category 2N:
💲1489.64 is the total for 2 (Includes Cabin, Port Taxes, and Fees)

Inside Cabin Category 2V:
💲1375.64 is the total for 2 (Includes Cabin, Port Taxes, and Fees)

💥 This EXCLUSIVE offer includes Friendly Private Events, Access to Friendly Group Excursions, and MORE. You must book this with James Cobler ❗
📧 [email protected]
☎ 727.525.9696

02/29/2024

Are you doing anything fun on your extra day this year?

02/22/2024

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02/14/2024

Go ahead and plan for 2025 when we have our LGBTQ+ group at Sea for Valentine's Day! For more information, visit: https://linktr.ee/friendlycruisesandtours

02/13/2024

Yes, Friendly Cruises and Tours does LGBTQ+groups but don't forget, we can assist you with your personal travel as well. We do cruises, land tours, rail tours, all-inclusive resorts, excursions, and travel insurance to name a few 🙂 Schedule your complimentary travel consultation today, and let's get you on vacation!

02/10/2024

Consider joining us in February 2025. Consider sharing this on your page. Thank you!

02/01/2024

I had a group leader call me to work on a St. Patrick's Day 2026 sailing so I decided we'd add this itinerary.

Join us for St. Parick’s Day 2026 🍀 with an amazing group of LGBTQ+ individuals as we sail to Costa Rica and the Panama Cannel aboard Carnival’s Miracle. This 8-night adventure comes with EXCLUSIVE events and pricing! 😍

🚢 Carnival Miracle 📅 March 14th – March 22nd, 2026 📌 Roundtrip from Tampa, FL
Stops in: 📍 Limon, Costa Rica 📍 Colon, Panama 📍 Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

Listed below are the EXCLUSIVE rates for this sailing ONLY! The deposit is only $250 per person ($100 now and $150 by 10.1.2025) – Final Payment is due 12.01.2025.

Balcony Cabin Category 8E: Cruise Fare for 2 – $2518 + Fees and Taxes for 2 – $269.64
💲2787.64 is the total for 2

Balcony Cabin Category 8D: Cruise Fare for 2 – $2498 + Fees and Taxes for 2 – $269.64
💲2767.64 is the total for 2

Balcony Cabin Category 8C: Cruise Fare for 2 – $2478 + Fees and Taxes for 2 – $269.64
💲2747.64 is the total for 2

Balcony Cabin Category 8B: Cruise Fare for 2 – $2468 + Fees and Taxes for 2 – $269.64
💲2737.64 is the total for 2

Ocean View Cabin Category 6A: Cruise Fare for 2 – $2078 + Fees and Taxes for 2 – $269.64
💲2347.64 is the total for 2

Inside Cabin Category 4E: Cruise Fare for 2 – $1888 + Fees and Taxes for 2 – $269.64
💲2157.64 is the total for 2

Inside Cabin Category 4D: Cruise Fare for 2 – $1868 + Fees and Taxes for 2 – $269.64
💲2137.64 is the total for 2

Inside Cabin Category 4C: Cruise Fare for 2 – $1858 + Fees and Taxes for 2 – $269.64
💲2127.64 is the total for 2

💥 This EXCLUSIVE offer includes Friendly Events, Access to Friendly Group Excursions, and MORE. You must book this with James Cobler ❗

🌐 https://linktr.ee/friendlycruisesandtours
📧 [email protected]
☎ 727.525.9696

01/31/2024

Take a peek and tell me what you think:

For the LGBT+ Traveler

01/25/2024

Do you want to sail on the newest, largest, Royal Caribbean cruise ship? Sail on the ICON of the SEAS in May, June, or July for unbelievable rates. Please call James or respond with the date you are interested in and I'll PM you the rates. Friendly Cruises and Tours is a division of TravelMAX.

01/09/2024

Join us for Valentine’s Day 2025 with an amazing group of LGBT+ individuals as we sail the Western Caribbean aboard Celebrity Reflection. This 6-night adventure comes with EXCLUSIVE events and pricing! 😍

🚢 Celebrity Reflection
📅 February 9th – February 15th, 2025
📌 Roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, FL
📍 George Town, Grand Cayman
📍 Cozumel, Mexico
📍 Nassau, Bahamas

Listed below are the EXCLUSIVE rates for this sailing ONLY! The deposit is only $250 per person.

Balcony Cabin Category DV:
Cruise Fare for 2 – $2938
Fees and Taxes for 2 – $348.34
💲3286.34 is the total for 2

Balcony Cabin Category V1 or V2:
Cruise Fare for 2 – $2844
Fees and Taxes for 2 – $348.34
💲3192.34 is the total for 2

Outside Cabin Category O1 or O2:
Cruise Fare for 2 – $2510
Fees and Taxes for 2 – $348.34
💲2858.34 is the total for 2

Inside Cabin Category I1 or I2:
Cruise Fare for 2 – $2302
Fees and Taxes for 2 – $348.34
💲2650.34 is the total for 2

💥 This EXCLUSIVE offer includes Classic Drinks Package, Wi-Fi, Friendly Private Events, Access to Friendly Group Excursions, and MORE. You must book this with James Cobler ❗
📧 [email protected]
☎ 727.525.9696

01/09/2024

https://www.travelweekly.com/South-America-Travel/Brazil-postpones-visa-requirement-until-April-10

The country says it needs more time to complete implementation of its electronic visa system.

01/05/2024

We are working hard to plan the next group cruise for 2025. More details to come in the next few days.

01/02/2024

Hello there, I wanted to introduce myself to our Facebook group. I'm James Cobler you'll see me promoting different forms of travel for this group. I'm here to help you when needed and I look forward to working with you in the future. In the meantime, feel free to reach me via my email at [email protected] or via phone at 727.525.9696

07/01/2022

Happy Pride Month from the iconic Sunshine Skyway Bridge! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤

07/01/2022

Happy to see such an amazing turnout at the St. Pete Pride parade! We are proud to call St. Pete our hometown! 🌈

06/07/2022

Celebrate Pride Month at these LGBTQ-friendly places.

04/06/2022

04/06/2022

10/22/2021

Celebrity continues to impress with these , classic and unusual Europe itineraries for 2023.

08/07/2021

08/06/2021

It's impossible to take a bad picture in Santorini, Greece.