Join this Unforgettable Christian Cruise to Alaska with Gaither Homecoming and other Gospel Favorites!
It’s been such a pleasure for me and Gloria to introduce the Homecoming community to Alaska over the last 35 years. Experiencing its towering glaciers and quaint towns while enjoying the music we love makes this legendary location even better. This highly anticipated event is sure to feel like a family reunion...decades in the making.
We hope you’ll join us for this unprecedented time of fellowship in such a spectacular destination.
All your favorite Homecoming artists will be there. You’ll be hearing from them every day and every night along with featured guests and vocalists, from different genres, to seamlessly blend together in unforgettable evenings of musical bliss. You’ll have so much more tradition to appreciate as we praise God together as we always do. This week of laughter and soul-stirring music is not to be missed!
And that’s not the only unique aspect of this cruise. We’ll cruise the scenic splendor of Glacier Bay—where the mossy, spruce-hemlock rainforests are home to brown bears and moose. As always, we look forward to being reunited with you in the outstanding hospitality of our esteemed cruise line, Holland America.
Memories are waiting to be made! We hope to see you in the glory of Alaska.
Because He Lives,
Bill and Gloria Gaither
Meet These Special Guests During Your Exceptional Travel Experience
Pillars of Christian gospel music, Bill & Gloria Gaither, have shaped the genre for over 50 years. From school teachers to award-winning songwriters and producers, they’ve composed nearly 700 songs and created the influential "Homecoming" group. Their philosophy and brand center on the transformative power of gospel music and the authenticity of their deep faith. They are not just performers but also mentors, nurturing new talent in the industry. Their indelible mark continues to inspire and influence new generations.
Pillars of Christian gospel music, Bill & Gloria Gaither, have shaped the genre for over 50 years. From school teachers to award-winning songwriters and producers, they’ve composed nearly 700 songs and created the influential "Homecoming" group. Their philosophy and brand center on the transformative power of gospel music and the authenticity of their deep faith. They are not just performers but also mentors, nurturing new talent in the industry. Their indelible mark continues to inspire and influence new generations.
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Reggie and Ladye Love Smith have become an integral part of the Gaither Homecoming family during the past 18 years; first as back-up singers in Nashville, and later as a feature vocal duet in the award-winning Gaither Homecoming video series. These internationally-loved musicians have performed in more than 25 countries. Most recently, Reggie joined the Gaither Vocal Band’s legendary line-up of talent. Musically, the Smith’s versatile voices and broad range of influences lend themselves to a variety of styles, from country to big band to contemporary worship. Yet in all of its refreshing variety, the music of Reggie and Ladye Love Smith retains their signature, heart-melting sound.
Reggie and Ladye Love Smith have become an integral part of the Gaither Homecoming family during the past 18 years; first as back-up singers in Nashville, and later as a feature vocal duet in the award-winning Gaither Homecoming video series. These internationally-loved musicians have performed in more than 25 countries. Most recently, Reggie joined the Gaither Vocal Band’s legendary line-up of talent. Musically, the Smith’s versatile voices and broad range of influences lend themselves to a variety of styles, from country to big band to contemporary worship. Yet in all of its refreshing variety, the music of Reggie and Ladye Love Smith retains their signature, heart-melting sound.
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As a professional background vocalist, Angela Primm added her outstanding vocals to many recordings and live performances for artists of various genres, Andraé Crouch, Patti Austin and Gretchen Wilson to name just a few. Her musical history spans genres, continents and audiences. She has commanded the attention of mega- stars from Aretha Franklin, Barbara Mandrell and Brooks & Dunn, as well as country and gospel legends Dolly Parton and the late Vestal Goodman.
This delightful lady with the powerhouse voice has now begun to step into a musical journey all her own as a solo artist, yet she knows beyond a doubt that her steps have been ordered by her Creator. She has recently appeared in Homecoming DVDs and live performances, and she has just completed her debut solo recording entitled, A Little Bit of Heaven.
As a professional background vocalist, Angela Primm added her outstanding vocals to many recordings and live performances for artists of various genres, Andraé Crouch, Patti Austin and Gretchen Wilson to name just a few. Her musical history spans genres, continents and audiences. She has commanded the attention of mega- stars from Aretha Franklin, Barbara Mandrell and Brooks & Dunn, as well as country and gospel legends Dolly Parton and the late Vestal Goodman.
This delightful lady with the powerhouse voice has now begun to step into a musical journey all her own as a solo artist, yet she knows beyond a doubt that her steps have been ordered by her Creator. She has recently appeared in Homecoming DVDs and live performances, and she has just completed her debut solo recording entitled, A Little Bit of Heaven.
Spend half your life doing any one thing, and at some point, you’re bound to question whether that one thing is the right thing. For Jason Crabb, longtime powerhouse lead vocalist for The Crabb Family, that has never been a question. With a soulful, unforgettable voice like his, the “right thing” has always been a given. He was born to sing. Baptized in a God-given talent pool, weaned on the hymnal and mentored by Bill Gaither himself, Jason Crabb hit the road at age 14 and, alongside his family, has pursued his calling full-throttle ever since. As a Grammy nominee and 10-time Dove Award winner, including being the reigning Male Vocalist of the Year, it seems as though Jason Crabb is just getting started.
Spend half your life doing any one thing, and at some point, you’re bound to question whether that one thing is the right thing. For Jason Crabb, longtime powerhouse lead vocalist for The Crabb Family, that has never been a question. With a soulful, unforgettable voice like his, the “right thing” has always been a given. He was born to sing. Baptized in a God-given talent pool, weaned on the hymnal and mentored by Bill Gaither himself, Jason Crabb hit the road at age 14 and, alongside his family, has pursued his calling full-throttle ever since. As a Grammy nominee and 10-time Dove Award winner, including being the reigning Male Vocalist of the Year, it seems as though Jason Crabb is just getting started.
For Jeff and Sheri, gospel music is genetically programmed into their DNA. As members of acclaimed musical families—Jeff’s father is one of the Easter Brothers and Sheri’s mother is a member of The Lewis Family—they grew up surrounded by the sound of people praising God through their musical gifts.
Jeff & Sheri have been nominated for numerous Dove Awards and won five. They’ve also received a Grammy nomination and Sheri has been named the Singing News Favorite Alto eleven times and the Singing News Female Vocalist four times. Jeff & Sheri’s wall of awards also include three Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music Association Awards, two International Country Gospel Music Association, nine Voice Awards for Female Artist, five Voice Awards for Song/Single of the Year, two Voice Awards for Christian Country Group, four SGM Fan Fair/USGN awards, five SGN Scoops Diamond Awards, four Hearts Aflame Awards and three Cash Box awards.
For Jeff and Sheri, gospel music is genetically programmed into their DNA. As members of acclaimed musical families—Jeff’s father is one of the Easter Brothers and Sheri’s mother is a member of The Lewis Family—they grew up surrounded by the sound of people praising God through their musical gifts.
Jeff & Sheri have been nominated for numerous Dove Awards and won five. They’ve also received a Grammy nomination and Sheri has been named the Singing News Favorite Alto eleven times and the Singing News Female Vocalist four times. Jeff & Sheri’s wall of awards also include three Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music Association Awards, two International Country Gospel Music Association, nine Voice Awards for Female Artist, five Voice Awards for Song/Single of the Year, two Voice Awards for Christian Country Group, four SGM Fan Fair/USGN awards, five SGN Scoops Diamond Awards, four Hearts Aflame Awards and three Cash Box awards.
Fixtures in the country and Southern gospel charts since the 1970s, Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers have been entertaining audiences for decades. They have performed all over the United States, including the 1964 World’s Fair in New York City, the Grand Ole Opry and the White House. In 2015, these brothers from Abilene, Texas, received a Texas Lifetime Achievement Award and, more recently, were inducted into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. With more than two dozen albums to their credit, their most recent record is The Gospel According to Gatlin.
Fixtures in the country and Southern gospel charts since the 1970s, Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers have been entertaining audiences for decades. They have performed all over the United States, including the 1964 World’s Fair in New York City, the Grand Ole Opry and the White House. In 2015, these brothers from Abilene, Texas, received a Texas Lifetime Achievement Award and, more recently, were inducted into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame. With more than two dozen albums to their credit, their most recent record is The Gospel According to Gatlin.
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In 2004 he joined family singing group “The Perrys” and remained with them full-time until 2008. In that time he received multiple nominations for Singing News Fan Awards for Top Musician. In October of 2007, he was chosen to play piano at Anthony Burger’s induction into the Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame.
In 2012, Matthew Holt became the full-time keyboard player for the Gaither Vocal Band and the Gaither Homecoming Tour. In addition to his work as a full-time musician, He works on behalf of up-and-coming artists as Executive Director of Bethel University’s Renaissance program in McKenzie, Tennessee. Matthew has been privileged to be a part of multiple Dove award winning endeavors while with the Gaither Vocal Band. Also, in 2015, he received his first Grammy nomination, the music industry's most sought after award. In addition to his work at the University and on the Gaither Tour, he enjoys writing, arranging, and producing music for various artists.
Matthew and his wife, Lindsey, have four children: Fletcher, Ridley, Carver and Mary Mae. The Holt family resides in McKenzie, Tennessee, where Matthew was born and raised.
In 2004 he joined family singing group “The Perrys” and remained with them full-time until 2008. In that time he received multiple nominations for Singing News Fan Awards for Top Musician. In October of 2007, he was chosen to play piano at Anthony Burger’s induction into the Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame.
In 2012, Matthew Holt became the full-time keyboard player for the Gaither Vocal Band and the Gaither Homecoming Tour. In addition to his work as a full-time musician, He works on behalf of up-and-coming artists as Executive Director of Bethel University’s Renaissance program in McKenzie, Tennessee. Matthew has been privileged to be a part of multiple Dove award winning endeavors while with the Gaither Vocal Band. Also, in 2015, he received his first Grammy nomination, the music industry's most sought after award. In addition to his work at the University and on the Gaither Tour, he enjoys writing, arranging, and producing music for various artists.
Matthew and his wife, Lindsey, have four children: Fletcher, Ridley, Carver and Mary Mae. The Holt family resides in McKenzie, Tennessee, where Matthew was born and raised.
Hailed by a New York Times reporter as “someone who has quietly become one of the most influential people in America,” Andy Andrews is the author of New York Times bestsellers The Noticer and The Traveler’s Giftand is also an in-demand speaker for the world’s largest organizations. Zig Ziglar said, “Andy Andrews is the best speaker I have ever seen.” The Noticer and The Traveler’s Gift were featured selections of ABC’s Good Morning America, have been translated into nearly 20 languages and continue to appear on bestseller lists around the world. Andy has spoken at the request of four different United States presidents and toured military bases around the world, being called upon by the Department of Defense to speak about the principles contained in his books. Arguably, there is no single person on the planet better at weaving subtle yet life-changing lessons into riveting tales of adventure and intrigue both on paper and on stage. He lives in Orange Beach, Alabama, with his wife, Polly and their two sons.
Hailed by a New York Times reporter as “someone who has quietly become one of the most influential people in America,” Andy Andrews is the author of New York Times bestsellers The Noticer and The Traveler’s Giftand is also an in-demand speaker for the world’s largest organizations. Zig Ziglar said, “Andy Andrews is the best speaker I have ever seen.” The Noticer and The Traveler’s Gift were featured selections of ABC’s Good Morning America, have been translated into nearly 20 languages and continue to appear on bestseller lists around the world. Andy has spoken at the request of four different United States presidents and toured military bases around the world, being called upon by the Department of Defense to speak about the principles contained in his books. Arguably, there is no single person on the planet better at weaving subtle yet life-changing lessons into riveting tales of adventure and intrigue both on paper and on stage. He lives in Orange Beach, Alabama, with his wife, Polly and their two sons.
7-Day Cruise Itinerary
The scenic variety you’ll encounter in America’s 49th state is unlike any destination on earth. From the deep green Tongass National Forest to snow-capped mountains to humpback whales to awe-inspiring glaciers, few places evidence God’s creative power like the stunning wilderness of coastal of Alaska.
Departing:
SEATTLE, WASHINGTONSATURDAY, JULY 23, 2022
EMBARKATION: 10:30AM-1:30PM
DEPART: 3:00PM
Explore the gorgeous ship you’ll call home for the next week, and enjoy your first of many exquisite dinners while meeting the other travelers on your cruise. Together, you’ll open your week in worship and fellowship in anticipation of all that God will do.
DAY AT SEAJuly 24
After a morning devotion from your balcony, walk around the ship’s deck and enjoy the fresh ocean air. Or treat yourself in the ship’s spa. During today’s lunch, sit with someone new—conversations with friends will become a highlight of your cruise.
JUNEAU, ALASKA July 25, 1:00PM–10:00PM
Adventure awaits you in Alaska’s capital. Start your day reading your Bible on the balcony. Then stroll, fish, whale-watch or spend time counting totem poles as you experience this coastal gem with the rest of your group.
GLACIER BAY (SCENIC CRUISING)July 26, 7:00AM–4:00PM
Enjoy a piping hot breakfast as you prepare for the vast landscape of Glacier Bay. This scenic wonder will make you proclaim, “My God, How Great Thou Art!” Snap some keepsake photos before sharing exclusive time with your favorite artists and friends.
ICY STRAIT POINT, ALASKAJuly 26, 6:00PM-10:00PM
Explore a beautifully restored 1912 salmon cannery and museum. Step back in time as you tour the old wooden buildings, bright red against a backdrop of towering rainforest. Stroll along the beach as eagles soar overhead and whales are regularly seen from the shore. Then return to the ship to conclude the day with grateful praise for all God is stirring in your heart.
SITKA, ALASKA July 27, 8:00AM–4:00PM
Sitka blends Native Alaska with a fascinating Russian heritage. Explore sites like the onion-top St. Michael’s Russian Orthodox Cathedral with new friends. Cap off your evening with heartfelt worship and a timely message.
KETCHIKAN, ALASKAJuly 28, 7:00AM–12:00PM
Explore historic Creek Street—built right over the water—enjoying another day with friends you’ve made during the wonderful worship and speaking times. Take in the many historic totem poles unique to this region.
VICTORIA, B.C., CANADA July 29, 8:00PM–12:00AM
Spend another day in God’s presence, praising Him for how He’s revealed Himself on your cruise through the natural world and daily worship. And take advantage of ship amenities you haven’t gotten to yet. Then, venture into the “City of Gardens” to enjoy European ambiance in North America.Concluding:
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
SATURAY, JULY 30, 2022
ARRIVE: 7:00AM
DEBARKATION: 8:00AM-10:00AM
All dates & locations subject to change.
Holland America's Eurodam
TIMELESS ELEGANCE IS EVERYWHERE
Understated, refined, welcoming and warm in the fresh floral arrangements, in the fine furnishings, in the impressive sculptures and in the gracious hospitality that is Holland America’s hallmark. With a multimillion-dollar art collection as the backdrop, your universe will revolve around a myriad of activities, plush staterooms, soaring spaces and attention to every detail. Holland America Line serves incomparable cuisine in a variety of wonderful ways—from beautifully served dinners in the main dining room to sumptuous casual dining options throughout the ship. The food will be everything you expect and more. The gracious crew members are dedicated to your satisfaction and are known for impeccable five-star service. Holland America offers everything you could want in this world-class floating resort.
Ship’s Registry: The Netherlands
Prices
Cabin Category |
Deck |
Prices |
Description |
INTERIOR STATEROOMS |
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N |
4 |
$1,698 |
Interior Staterooms: A nice starter option for those wanting an inside cabin. These charming staterooms feature a host of modern functional details such as bedside USB ports, plush Euro-Top mattresses, and premium massage showerheads. Two lower beds convert to one queen. Approximately 141-284 square feet. |
MM |
8 |
$1,768 |
|
M |
7 |
$1,798 |
|
L |
4, 5, 6, 7 |
$1,858 |
|
K |
1, 4, 5, 6 |
$1,878 |
|
J |
1 |
$1,898 |
|
I |
4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
$1,938 |
|
IQ |
10 |
$1,958 |
|
OCEAN-VIEW STATEROOMS |
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HH** |
4 |
$2,298 |
Ocean-View Stateroom with window: A good choice for those wanting a window in their cabin. These comfortable staterooms feature a sitting area and two lower beds that convert to one queen. Some have additional sofa beds or upper beds. Approximately 169-267 square feet *All G cabins have a partially obstructed ocean view. **All H and HH cabins have a fully obstructed ocean view. |
H** |
4 |
$2,338 |
|
G* |
4 |
$2,358 |
|
F |
1, 6 |
$2,528 |
|
E |
1 |
$2,558 |
|
DD |
1 |
$2,578 |
|
D |
1 |
$2,598 |
|
C |
1 |
$2,658 |
|
CQ |
10 |
$2,698 |
|
CABINS BELOW THIS LINE INCLUDE BALCONIES |
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VH |
4 |
$2,948 |
Deluxe Verandah Ocean-View Staterooms: A great selection for those wanting a balcony. These relaxing staterooms feature a sitting area, private verandah and floor-to-ceiling windows. There are two lower beds that convert to one queen and some have additional sofa beds or upper beds. Approximately 213-379 square feet, including verandah. |
VF |
4, 8 |
$2,968 |
|
VE |
4, 7, 8 |
$2,998 |
|
VD |
6, 7 |
$3,048 |
|
VC |
4, 5, 6, 8 |
$3,078 |
|
VB |
4, 5, 6, 7 |
$3,098 |
|
VA |
4, 8 |
$3,118 |
|
V |
5, 6 |
$3,158 |
|
VT |
11 |
$3,178 |
|
VQ |
10 |
$3,198 |
|
SIGNATURE SUITES |
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SZ |
6 |
$3,578 |
Signature Suites: An upscale option for small families or cruisers wanting additional space and amenities, these beautiful cabins include luxurious twin beds (convertible to queen-size), a private verandah, a sitting area, a full-size whirlpool bath and shower, an additional shower stall, a private balcony, and stunning floor-to-ceiling windows. Total space is 273-456 square feet, including verandah. |
SY |
5, 6, 7 |
$3,598 |
|
SU |
10 |
$3,698 |
|
SS |
5, 6 |
$3,798 |
|
SC |
6 |
$4,298 |
Neptune Suites: A luxurious choice for passengers wanting extra space and spectacular views, these are among the largest staterooms on the ship, offering two lower beds that convert to a king-size bed, dual-sink bathroom vanities, and a full-size whirlpool bath and shower plus additional shower stall. These also feature a large sitting area, a refrigerator, a private balcony, and floor-to-ceiling windows in 506-590 square feet, including verandah. Also included is access to the exclusive Neptune Lounge, a private haven offering personal concierge service. |
SB |
4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
$4,598 |
|
SA |
7 |
$4,798 |
|
PS |
7 |
$6,998 |
Pinnacle Suite: The signature choice for passengers seeking a full first-class experience, these enormous and elegant staterooms include a king-size bed and guest sofa bed for two people. These also offer an oversize whirlpool bath and shower, with an additional shower stall, guest toilet, microwave, refrigerator, pantry, private verandah with whirlpool, private stereo system, and floor-to-ceiling windows in 1,357 square feet, including verandah. Other amenities include private concierge and complimentary services, plus access to the Neptune Lounge, a private haven offering personal concierge service. |
SIGNATURE SERVICE OPTION |
(AIR TRANSPORTATION NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE)
Conference Fee: $148
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