Wargaming Vacation Event
7 Nights NY to the Bahamas
October 11-18th, 2026
A’HOY LAN’LUBBERS! WE BE CASTIN’ OFF FOR GAMING AND FUN ON CRUISEHAMMER!
Long have we waited friends, and it’s with great pride that I can announce that Cruisehammer is back again in 2026! We’re countinuing our partnership with Frontline Gaming to continue our brand new gaming experience Cruisehammer. This year we are also offering hobby classes taught by the world renowned miniature painter Matt DiPietro. Grab your passport, and let’s hit the water!
Now you might be asking yourself, how can I afford such a luxurious and long getaway? You just might be surprised at how affordable this trip is! Our prices listed on our site start at $1175 a person based upon a double occupancy. This gets on the boat, your own bed, all you can eat at nearly every restaurant on board, and entry into the Open event of your choice! This price also includes taxes, fees and gratuities, so no surprise bills on those. Alcohol is an additional expense, but depending on the drink package you go for, it can end of being quite affordable. You’ll want to make sure you have a valid passport for this trip as well!
About Cruisehammer
For those unfamiliar, Cruisehammer is a week-long adventure where you join us for either a Warhammer 40,000 tournament or Horus Heresy tournament on a cruise. In 2026, we will be cruising throughout the Bahamas! Cruisehammer 2026 is booked from Oct 11 to 18th leaving from New Jersey.
All the gaming happens on the days the ship is at sea, during port days you’re expected to go out and enjoy yourselves!
This year Cruisehammer continues to provide hobby classes taught by world renowned Miniature artist Matt DiPietro! While underway you can learn to painter better and faster from one of the best hobby instructors in the world. To accommodate artists of all skill levels and interests, we will be providing both a two-day class for intermediate and advanced painters, as well as 1 full day of painting classes gear towards all skill levels. Read more to find out all about this incredible opportunity!
All classes take place while underway and all supplies and models will be provided for you.
Stuff We All Get (SWAG)
Need even more reasons to come? How about some fo the best SWAG for all participants! Last year it was a hat, beachbag, lanyard, velvet dice bag, 20 custom dice, a set of measuring sticks and a beautiful full color challenge coin.
What to Expect?
On the ship there is lots of standard cruise stuff to do, but we also cater to the people who are interested in gaming in unique ways.
- Private Welcome and Farewell Partys with free drinks!
- ITC Wargaming Tournaments 40k and Narrative Horus Heresy
- Open gaming every night!
- Board Games
- Hang outs
- Main Dining Room time with fellow hobbyists
- Prizes/Awards
- and MORE!
Oasis of the Seas
The Oasis of the Seas is one of Royal Caribbean’s flagship boats. It boasts a ice skating rink, a regular theater, night club, jazz club, comedy club, 2 wave riders, waterslides, minigolf, casino and more!
Our special pricing is highly competitive to booking directly and with your booking all the gaming events are included!
Itinerary
2 full days for gaming!!
Oct 11th – Cape Liberty, NJ (New York) – Depart 3:00 PM
Oct 12th – Sea Day
Oct 13th –Port Canaveral – 12:30 PM – 8:30 PM – Docked
Oct 14th – Perfect Day at Cococay, Bahamas – 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM – Docked
Oct 15th – Nassau, Bahamas – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Docked
Oct 16th – Sea Day
Oct 17th – Sea Day
Oct 18th = Cape Liberty, NJ (NY Metro) – 6:00AM – Disembark in the AM
The Cruisehammer group will provide a 2026 booking link to ensure you are registered for the gaming events (below prices include all tournaments and boardgames entry fee). You can also contact Rhonda our travel agent directly if you have any travel related questions at rthibault@expediacruises.com.