Out in Italy: Kelli & Gregg’s 60th Birthday Celebration
11-Night Italy Intensive Voyage aboard Azamara Onward
Celebrate Kelli and Gregg’s 60th birthday on an LGBTQ-hosted journey from Venice to Rome aboard Azamara Onward, combining immersive Italian ports, boutique-ship comfort, authentic culture, and curated group events designed for connection and community.
I'm Interested
- Destination Italy
- Departure Dates May 16 – 27, 2027
- Duration 11 nights
- Trip Type Ocean Cruise
Overview
Sail from Venice to Rome aboard Azamara Onward on an 11-night Italy Intensive Voyage, with stops in Bologna, Sicily, and Amalfi along the way.
The itinerary showcases Italian culture and cuisine at some of the country's most iconic ports, set against the backdrop of Azamara's boutique-ship comfort.
This LGBTQ-hosted sailing celebrates Kelli and Gregg's 60th birthday, bringing together a hosted group for a milestone celebration at sea.
Why This Trip
This Italy Intensive Voyage combines a boutique ship experience with a milestone hosted celebration.
- Longer days and overnight stays in port allow time for evening dining and nightlife ashore
- Azamara Onward carries approximately 700 guests, keeping the atmosphere intimate and uncrowded
- Access to smaller, culture-rich ports that larger ships can't reach
- Premium comforts in a relaxed, adult-friendly atmosphere
- A milestone birthday celebration for Kelli and Gregg, shared with a hosted community of fellow travelers
Meet Your Host
Gregg Kaminsky and Kelli Carpenter
Gregg Kaminsky and Kelli Carpenter are the longtime travel partners behind R Family Vacations and Kelli Gregg Travel. Together, they combine extensive group-travel expertise, creative planning, and a shared commitment to building welcoming, community-centered experiences.
Highlights
Kelli & Gregg’s 60th Birthday Celebration
Celebrate Kelli and Gregg's milestone 60th birthday on this hosted LGBTQ group voyage.
Venice to Rome
Sail one-way from Venice to Rome across this 11-night Italy Intensive Voyage.
Italy Intensive Voyage
Experience an Azamara Italy Intensive Voyage, with stops in Bologna, Sicily, and Amalfi.
Longer Days and Overnight Stays
Enjoy longer days and overnight stays in port, with time for evening dining and nightlife ashore.
Boutique Ship Experience
Sail aboard Azamara Onward, a boutique ship carrying approximately 700 guests for an intimate, uncrowded atmosphere.
Unique Italian Ports
Reach smaller, hard-to-reach Italian ports that larger ships can't access.
Italian Culture and Cuisine
Immerse in Italian culture and cuisine across the voyage's ports of call.
Anne Steele Entertainment
Enjoy onboard entertainment featuring singer-songwriter Anne Steele on the main stage.
Itinerary
Day 1
Embark
Depart at 5:00 PM.
Day 2
Docked
Arrive at 8:00 AM and depart at 6:00 PM, with more than ten hours at port.
Day 3
Docked
Arrive at 8:00 AM and depart at 2:00 PM.
Day 4
Tendered
Arrive at 9:30 AM and depart at 10:00 PM, with more than ten hours at port.
Day 5
Cruising
Cruising at sea.
Day 6
Docked
Arrive at 8:00 AM and depart at 10:00 PM, with more than ten hours at port.
Day 7
Docked
Arrive at 9:00 AM and depart at 6:00 PM.
Day 8
Docked
Arrive at 8:00 AM and depart at 5:00 PM.
Day 9
Docked
Arrive at 9:00 AM and depart at 6:00 PM.
Day 10
Tendered
Arrive at 8:00 AM and depart at 10:00 PM, with more than ten hours at port.
Day 11
Tendered
Arrive at 7:30 AM and depart at 5:30 PM, with more than ten hours at port.
Day 12
Disembark
Arrive at 6:00 AM.
What’s Included
Hosted Celebration Experience
- LGBTQ group host and events
- Birthday celebration activities
- Group dinners and mixers
- Main-stage entertainment featuring Anne Steele
Azamara Included Features
- Select spirits and wines
- Gratuities
- Entertainment
- Special cultural events
Pricing
Pricing
| Category | Description | Price per Person | Taxes and Fees per Person |
|---|---|---|---|
| N2 | Continent Suite | $8,239 | $470 |
| V2 | Veranda Stateroom | $5,599 | $470 |
| O5 | Outside Stateroom | $3,959 | $470 |
Prices subject to change.
Please note, the Cruise Line reserves the right to impose a fuel supplement on all Guests if the price of fuel exceeds $65.00 per barrel. The fuel supplement for the 1st and 2nd person in a stateroom shall cost no more than $15.00 per person per night.
