PHOTO: The Liberty of The Seas will host the tattoo-themed voyage "Ink or Swim." (Courtesy of Royal Caribbean International)
Theme cruises are nothing new and generally focus on food, wine, photography and other hobbies and interests. But now comes what is touted as the first-ever theme cruise devoted to tattoos.
The cleverly named "Ink or Swim" tattoo-themed voyage is scheduled for April 16-20 on Royal Caribbean International's Liberty of the Seas from Fort Lauderdale. It is produced by tattoo magazine Rebel Ink and photographer Dan Howell, along with Landry & Kling, a well-known Miami company that organizes group, charter and incentive cruises.
"From new reality shows to a growing celebrity status among tattoo artists, the ink culture in this country has grown significantly, with recent polls suggesting nearly 20 percent of Americans have a least one tattoo," said Paul Gambino, editor-in-chief of Rebel Ink.
The cruise will feature tattoo artists, burlesque shows, tattoo contests, complimentary photo shoots and a private beach party in Cozumel.
Tattoo artists already confirmed to attend include Tatu Baby, a favorite of Spike TV's "Ink Master"; Sarah Miller, owner of Wyld Child Tattoo Shop in Pittsburgh; Mark Longenecker, owner of Endless Summer Tattoo in Cocoa Beach, Fla.; Amy Nicoletto, who gained fame on "LA Inc" alongside Kat Von D; and Chris Torres, who recently opened Red Legged Devils in Brooklyn, N.Y.
Rates begin at $970 per person, double occupancy - and include a $100 credit toward an onboard tattoo.
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