Fantastic Voyage 2008 - Royal Caribbean International

		It's a "Party with a Purpose"

		For the 8th consecutive year, the Tom Joyner foundation has chartered one of Royal Caribbean's spectacular ships. For the second year in a row, this year's Fantastic Voyage will be held onboard Freedom of the Seas, one of the largest and most innovative cruise ships in the world. So why is it an "Ultimate Party with a Purpose?" Not only is it a 7-Night Caribbean cruise onboard one of the most amazing cruise ships in the world, it's also a fundraiser for Historically Black Colleges and Universities. That's the reason it's the "Ultimate Party with a Purpose."

In addition to the wonderful amenities and features onboard ship, there's the sizzling array of entertainment for all to enjoy. You'll love the Fantastic Voyage-Royal Caribbean experience, especially with the added dazzle of some of music's brightest stars, including John Legend, Erykah Badu, Chaka Khan, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, Bobby Brown, Charlie Wilson, Johnny Gill, Ginuwine, Miki Howard, Wayne Henderson, Tom Browne, Lonnie Liston Smith, The Stylistics, The Emotions and SWV. Plus, legendary DJs Steve "Silk" Hurley, Spinderella, Cut Creator and Captain Charles. And if that lineup doesn't get you on the dance floor, comedians Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, Mark Curry, Ralphie May, John Henton and Sheryl Underwood will get you in your funny bone. Don't miss a special performance of the award-winning play, The Vagina Monologues, featuring Vanessa Williams and Dawn Lewis!

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Fantastic Voyage Day 7

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CocoCay
Today is the last day of the 2008 Fantastic Voyage before cruisers head back to their everyday reality. As always Royal Caribbean International is host to the Fantastic Voyage beach party, the hottest beach parties on it's private island, CocoCay in the Bahamas. This year the fun was non-stop where cruisers enjoyed their favorite barbecue and tasty tropical cocktails. The afternoon was poppin' as Steve Silk Hurley, and DJ Cut Creator had the entire island jammin. AJ Jamal served up the comedy getting everyone ready for the ultimate battle-- Tom Joyner and J. Anthony Brown lead the troops in the fun filled water gun battle "Light Skinned vs. Dark Skinned" cruisers. This party was off the chain, with cruisers toting their colorful water weapons - it was an hilarious blast. Back onboard and sailing home cruisers gathered in the Arcadia Theater to enjoy the comedy of Bruce Bruce, Adele Givens, Mark Curry, Sheryle Underwood and Dominique hosted by none other than TJMS funny man himself, J. Anthony Brown. It was hard to stay in your seat and not fall on the floor laughing with these comics on stage. To close the night Spinderella played the hottest hits poolside for the last nights "Pajama Party" theme. The 2008 Royal Caribbean Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage was an unforgettable, fantastic time. Cruisers enjoyed their vacations while "Partying with a Purpose". Many people have already signed up onboard for next year's Fantastic Voyage 2009, 10th Anniversary sailing on Royal Caribbean's Mariner of the Seas. We can't wait to see what's in store for next year!


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Fantastic Voyage Day 6

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Day At Sea
Today the 2008 Fantastic Voyage was at sea. Activities started early with the finals of the 3 on 3 Basketball tournament on the sports deck. Cruisers showed off their hoop skills against the celebrity performers. The tournament was held at the state of the art sports complex, complete with basketball court, miniature golf course, the Rockwall and the exciting FlowRider™ simulated surfing area all atop of the ship on the sports deck. The day's activities continued with fashion and motivating discussions at the Girlfriends Coffee Talk and Fashion Show that was held in the amazing art deco style, Arcadia Theater. Also cruisers mixed and mingled with all of the celebrity performers onboard during one of the many autograph signings sessions held on the bustling epicenter of the ship, the Royal Promenade. The ambience of the ship appeared very Angelic as all cruisers energetically moved about elegantly dressed in flowing white attire for the evening's theme, "White Night". DJ Mix Master Mitch played everyone's line dancing favorites as the ship rocked all night into the morning. WOW just one more day left- and still so much to do. These cruisers truly know how to hang on this non-stop "party with a purpose", cruise.

Fantastic Voyage Day 5

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St. Thomas
Today was another day full of exciting adventure on the 2008 Fantastic Voyage as cruisers visited the lovely port of St. Thomas. Once back on board the "Drink Tank" comedy show was off the hook in Studio B. All of the comedians were on stage while J. Anthony Brown hosted an open forum of candid questions from the audience. The comic responses were definitely for adults only! To get the night started the Royal Caribbean Fantastic Voyage presented Main Stage Entertainment at the Broadway style Arcadia Theater. The A-list of stars started as Stylistics took cruisers down memory lane playing everyone's old school favorites. The crowd rocked and warmed up for Charlie, "last name" Wilson, with all the ladies shakin' in their seats as he sang all of our favorite hits. To close the night, the party rocked on the Royal Promenade 70's style. Bell bottoms and Afros were everywhere and Mix Master Mitch had party goers doin the bump along with Doug E. Fresh. It was a 70's night to remember during the "Ultimate Party with a Purpose".

Fantastic Voyage Day 4

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San Juan, Puerto Rico
We were in San Juan, Puerto Rico today, the 4th day of fun and excitement on the 2008 Fantastic Voyage. This morning cruisers got in shape at Gladiator boot camp with ShaNay Norvell at the Ship Shape Fitness center. Also, those who needed to get spiritually in shape had prayer and inspirational moments with Dr. Bobby Jones and friends. Folks were inspired by the Bobby Jones Gospel choir. Importantly, the Chaka Khan Foundation helped cruisers with financial advice as they participated in the "Get Ready Get Set: Making Your Dollar Work For You" seminar hosted by Ms. Dupre from the TJMS. Doing it up in Puerto Rico, cruisers were taken to a private concert at the Coliseum San Juan. To start the show, John Legend got the crowd hyped as he played his favorite hits and then shared some new tunes too. Cedric the Entertainer had everyone rollin on the floor with laughter as he talked about everything from family, and music to politics. To close the show, Erykah Badu shared some eclectic tunes from her new album to get everyone geared up for the midnight pool party held on the Pool deck. Once back on board, cruisers put on their bling - bling to show off at the "All That Glitters" Party. Cruisers partied on the top deck until sunrise. WOW what a party!

Fantastic Voyage Day 3

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Grand Turk and Caicos
Today the 2008 Fantastic Voyage stopped at Grand Turk and Caicos. To get a healthy jump on the day folks were in the pool early in the a.m. to get their blood pumpin with Donna Richardson Joyner leading water aerobics on the pool deck. For those cruisers who wanted to "relax, relate, release", the Yoga class led by Carl Powel at the fully equipped Ship Shape fitness center was right on point. Later in the afternoon, movie goers watched the new film "Cover" showed on the jumbo screens in the Broadway style, Arcadia Theater. Cruisers who wanted to learn how to dance it up Chicago style, took the swingin' Steppin class with Mr. George Daniels in Studio B. The night capped off with cruisers dressed up in their wildest costumes as they paraded down the Royal Promenade for the Fantastic Voyage signature Mardi Gras celebration. The costumes and antics from the cruisers were in full effect as party beads and confetti floated through the air. This was a Royal Caribbean Fantastic Voyage night to remember!

Fantastic Voyage Day 2

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The Royal Carribbean Fantastic Voyage enjoys a day at sea
Today was a sea day on the 2008 Fantastic Voyage. Cruisers enjoyed all of the exciting pool deck activities such as early morning walking with fitness guru Donna Richardson Joyner, water aerobics and simulated surfing on the FLOWRIDER ™. The Soduko and Dominos competitions were fierce. The afternoon sun was blazing hot as cruisers lounged and cooled off with tasty cocktails on the pool deck at the SKYBAR and POOLBARS. The evening glamour began with the Black and White Formal night as everyone dressed in their fanciest formal wear for dinner. Continuing on to the nightly entertainment, Chaka Kahn, J. Anthony Brown D.L. Hughely and MAZE featuring Frankly Beverly, all graced the stage in the Broadway style Arcadia Theater . The party never ends as cruisers grooved and disco danced into the wee hours at the Crypt Nightclub with Mix Master Mitch. Another night of fun and fabulous celebrity entertainment while at sea on Royal Caribbean's amazing ship, Freedom of the Seas. It's only day 2, so we really have to pace ourselves to last until the end of the week.

Fantastic Voyage Day 1

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The Royal Caribbean Fantastic Voyage leaves Miami
Today the 2008 Fantastic Voyage set sail from Miami bustling with excited cruisers as they got ready for the variety of activities onboard Freedom of the Seas, the "Ultimate Party with a Purpose". The Royal Caribbean Calypso band kicked off the afternoon of fun on the Royal Promenade deck. Hip Hops all time favorite MC Doug E Fresh hosted while DJ Cut Creator mixed the hottest hits at the 'Sail Away' party on the pool deck. Next, cruisers were rockin' old school with the Emotions as the divas sang some of their greatest hits followed by Tank crooning for all the ladies in Pharoah's Palace an intimate lounge. Late night, The Roy Ayers Superstars of Jazz jammed in the Olive or Twist lounge the signature lounge at the top of the ship. Cruisers came to show off their Alma Maters, Sororities and Fraternities , Hometown, Teams, or Just Themselves at "Represent Night" on the Royal Promenade deck. Biz Marky took us through the 80's, 90's and Today, mixing everyone's favorite R& B, Soul and Hip Hop hits. Doug E. Fresh was by his side to keep the crowd hyped. The "Ultimate Party" lasted hours into the a.m. as Bobby Brown capped off in the Studio B performing some of his greatest tunes. Whew! What an action packed first day on the Royal Caribbean Fantastic Voyage.

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