FEBRUARY 2028
Aviation Geek Cruise
CARIBBEAN • PORT CANAVERAL, FLORIDA
Where a love of aviation meets an unforgettable week at sea.
TRIP DETAILS
Everything You Need to Know Before You Sail
From getting to Port Canaveral to what's included in your journey, we want preparing for your AvGeek Cruise to be as easy as enjoying it.
Additional details and final travel information will be provided to registered guests as we get closer to sailing.
BEFORE YOU SAIL
Getting to Port Canaveral
Air Travel
To give our guests the flexibility to choose the airline, schedule, cabin, seating and loyalty program that work best for them, airfare is not arranged or included by Meridia Travel for this journey. Guests book their own flights to and from Florida.
We recommend flying into Orlando International Airport (MCO) and strongly recommend arriving at least one day before the cruise.
ARRIVE A DAY EARLY. GIVE YOURSELF SOME BREATHING ROOM.
Don't let a flight delay make you miss the ship.Arriving at least one night before embarkation provides valuable extra time in case of airline delays, cancellations or other unexpected travel disruptions.Cruise ships operate on fixed schedules and cannot wait for guests whose flights are delayed or canceled. Guests who miss embarkation are responsible for making their own arrangements and covering associated costs to meet the ship at a subsequent port, when permitted.
GETTING FROM ORLANDO TO PORT CANAVERAL
As your sailing approaches, Meridia will provide information and booking links for shuttle transportation between Orlando International Airport, our Port Canaveral-area hotel and the cruise terminal, as well as return transportation following the cruise.
Guests who prefer private transportation are also welcome to use Uber, Lyft or another transportation provider between the airport and our hotel.
PRE-CRUISE HOTEL
Arrive Early & Start the Vacation Relaxed
Meridia will arrange a pre-cruise hotel room block in the Port Canaveral area, making it easy to arrive early and begin the journey alongside fellow travelers.
Guests will book and pay for their hotel accommodations separately using the Meridia group booking information provided closer to sailing.
Pre-Cruise Meet & Greet
Arriving early? Join fellow AvGeeks for a casual hotel meet & greet before we set sail, an easy opportunity to start meeting some of the people you'll be traveling with before the adventure officially begins.
OPTIONAL KENNEDY SPACE CENTER EXPERIENCE
Guests who want to start the adventure early can join our optional private guided group experience at Kennedy Space Center, with our own transportation and guide and select elements tailored to our group's shared interest in aviation and aerospace.
Optional experience. Additional charge applies.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR JOURNEY
YOUR MERIDIA GROUP CRUISE FARE INCLUDES
✓ Seven-night cruise aboard Celebrity Apex
✓ Your selected stateroom accommodations
✓ Meals in Celebrity's complimentary dining venues
✓ Alcoholic beverage package
✓ Basic Wi-Fi
✓ Refundable booking terms
✓ Applicable cruise taxes and fees
Amenities listed above apply to the applicable Meridia group rates. Other Celebrity promotional fares booked through Meridia may include different amenities and booking terms.
YOUR AVGEEK PROGRAM INCLUDES
✓ Three curated aviation experiences in the Caribbean
✓ Private airport tour & world-famous Maho Beach in St. Maarten
✓ Plane Spotting in Paradise experience in St. Thomas
✓ Meridia-exclusive airside plane spotting in Puerto Plata
✓ Group transportation for included Meridia excursions
✓ Private AvGeek Welcome Reception & Cocktail Hour
✓ Ultimate AvGeek Trivia Challenge
✓ AvGeek Happy Hour Meetups and onboard activities
✓ Meridia Travel representative(s) traveling with the group
ADDITIONAL & OPTIONAL EXPENSES
○ Airfare to and from Florida
○ Pre-cruise hotel accommodations
○ Cruise gratuities
○ Travel insurance
○ Optional Kennedy Space Center experience
○ Optional St. Thomas AvGeek Catamaran Experience
○ Transportation not specifically included as part of a Meridia activity
○ Passport, visa or other travel-document expenses, when applicable
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Reserve your stateroom with a $500 deposit. Your remaining cruise balance is not due until approximately four months before sailing. See the Pricing page for full details.
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
Guests are responsible for ensuring they have all required travel documents for the journey, including a valid passport and any applicable entry or visa requirements.
Updated travel-document guidance and links to official resources will be provided to registered guests closer to sailing.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Protect Your Journey
Unexpected things happen. Meridia Travel strongly recommends purchasing travel insurance to help protect your vacation investment against eligible unforeseen circumstances.
Additional information and available travel-insurance options will be provided during the reservation process.
ACCESSIBILITY & MOBILITY
We want guests to have the information they need to determine whether the Aviation Geek Cruise is right for them.
Some Meridia experiences may involve walking, beaches, motorcoach transportation, airport environments, uneven surfaces or boarding smaller vessels.
Guests with mobility or accessibility needs are encouraged to contact Meridia Travel before reserving so we can discuss the specific experiences and available accommodations.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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