This cruise ship will remain docked and will not sail.
What’s included in this one-of-a-kind crafting retreat:
4 Inspiring Classes - taught by Dawn Heuft and guest presenters
Crafting Focus: Techniques, cards, scrapbooking and holiday gift packaging
Your own dedicated crafting table - No packing up each night! Enjoy your own personal workspace for the entire land-cruise. Spread out, get comfy and create at your own pace.
4 full days of open crop
T-shirt
Goodie Bags + Surprises galore! We LOVE spoiling our crafters! Expect exclusive kits, fun giveaways, and delightful surprises throughout the cruise.
Onboard restaurants with a variety of dining options
Observation Bar for drinks with stunning views
Midship Marketplace for grab-and-go coffee & bites
Exhibits
Ship Model Gallery
Charming boutiques and shops
Pet-friendly hotel
Bellman Service (tipping encouraged)
Fitness Center
In-room Amenities:
Historic Stateroom in a Historic Landmark
Wi-Fi
Hair Dryer
Iron/Ironing Board
Private bathrooms with luxury bath amenities
A safe deposit box at front desk is available.
Please note: Sound can travel through the steel walls so we ask that you be courteous to guests in adjoining staterooms by being mindful of noise levels. Ear plugs are available at the front desk for your convenience.
100% nonsmoking hotel.
FAQs:
When does the land cruise officially start and end? The Crop room will open at 12;00 p.m. on Sunday, October 4 and close at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 7. Check-in at the hotel is at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Check-out is at 11:00 a.m. on your selected day of departure. You can store your luggage in the crop room if needed (before check-in and after check-out).
Can I book the crop without a hotel stay? No. In order to participate in the this crop, all guests must also book their hotel stays at the Queen Mary. All hotel booking must go through Cruise & Crop.
How do I get to Long Beach, CA? Your closest airport is Long Beach, CA (LGB). You can also fly into Los Angeles, CA (LAX). Group airport transfers are not available. If driving, we have negotiated a reduced parking fee of $15 per day. Hotel address: 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, CA 90802
Is there parking at the ship? Yes. We have negotiated a lower parking rate of $15/night. You'll pay the hotel direct for parking.
Can you match up roommates? We encourage you to bring along a friend. Non-crafters are welcome. If you want to share the cost of a hotel room, we'd be happy to help you pair up with another crafter (if available). Please post about roommate request via our Facebook Group.
Can I bring additional drinks/snacks? According to The Queen Mary's website, the following items are permissible:
Bottled water (sealed)
Small snacks that don’t require heating
Any food required for medical purposes and medically indicated nutritional supplements
Any food required for special dietary needs
Baby food/baby formula
Soft-sided insulated bags no larger than 8.5" wide x 6" high x 6" deep
Alcohol & glass containers are non-permissible. Please refer to The Queen Mary's website for additional information.
When is the last day to register? When all seats in the crop are full. Once filled, we will start a waiting list.
Will there be a store at the crop? Yes. Stamptildawn will have a store filled with all sorts of card kits, adhesive, layout kits, cardstock and paper packs.
Are there outlets available in the crop room? Outlets are very limited and only available around the perimeter of the room. Please consider bringing battery operated lights. Die cutting machines will likely have to be located somewhere other than on your crop table. Bring power strips/cords.
group rates
stateroom options
Nightly Rate Per Room
Port-side Deluxe Twin
$207.99
Run of House King
$207.99
Family Stateroom
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Mini Suites
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Full Suites
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A max of 2 crafters are permitted in each room. If traveling with 3 or 4, a second room will be required.
Nightly rates may vary if you decide to come in October 3 or sooner, or stay after October 7th.
Crafters add $225 for the Participant Fee. Non-crafting roommates do not have to pay this fee. In order to participate in this conference, you MUST book through Cruise & Crop. If you book direct or with another agent, you are not eligible to be part of the Stamptildawn land-cruise. A $100 non-refundable participant fee deposit is due at the time of booking. This means the balance of your participant fee ($125) will be due with your final payment.
A credit card will be collected to secure your hotel reservation. The Queen Mary Hotel will not charge your card until 10/4/26.
Participant Fee Non-Refundable Deposit per crafter $100
We cannot accept any checks drawn on a Canadian Bank. Credit Cards are preferred. International Money Orders are accepted.
All payments must be made in US Dollars.
Rates are good through September 4, 2026 (or while inventory lasts). After this date, rates are subject to change. Crafter participation fee balance is due by 8/1/26. Hotel payments will be charged on 10/4/26.
dining
There are multiple dining venues onboard The Queen Mary. Click here to view all of the onboard options. Food is not included in your hotel rate nor your Crafter Participation Fee. Guests can also disembark the ship and eat at nearby local restaurants.
Travel Insurance: Optional travel insurance is available - LeisureCare Classic Travel Protection - or - CancelFlex Travel Protection. To view the Top 10 Reasons why you should purchase travel insurance and see the details of coverage, Click Here. Rates are based on total package price and are subject to change. For example, if you add airfare, rates will likely increase.
If your total vacation package costs:
Classic
Insurance rate:
CancelFlex
Insurance Rate:
$250.01 - 500 pp
$45 pp
$63 pp
$500.01 - 650 pp
$55 pp
$77 pp
$650.01 - 800 pp
$65 pp
$91 pp
$800.01 - 950 pp
$85 pp
$119 pp
$950.01 - 1,100 pp
$105 pp
$147 pp
$1,100.01 - 1,300 pp
$109 pp
$153 pp
$1,300.01 - 1,500 pp
$115 pp
$161 pp
$1,500.01 - 1,700 pp
$129 pp
$181 pp
$1,700.01 - 1,900 pp
$145 pp
$203 pp
$1,900.01 - 2,100 pp
$165 pp
$231 pp
$2,100.01 - 2,300 pp
$179 pp
$251 pp
$2,300.01 - 2,500 pp
$189 pp
$265 pp
$2,500.01 - 3,000 pp
$219 pp
$307 pp
$3,000.01 + pp
Call for rate
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Select the plan of your choice on the registration form below.
Cancellation Policy
If one or more persons cancel, the rate(s) for remaining occupants may increase. Should this booking be canceled after initial deposit, said cancellation is subject to an administrative fee of $35 per person. In addition, you are subject to The Queen Mary cancellation fees as outlined on their website.
LeisureCare Cancellation Policy Classic Policy -
Non-refundable after final payment and, if you are booked with a non-refundable deposit, immediately non-refundable after purchase.
CancelFlex Policy -
Non-refundable after final payment and, if you are booked with a non-refundable deposit, immediately non-refundable after purchase.
Cruise & Crop Cancellation Policy
The initial $100 per crafter participation fee deposit that is due with your trip deposit is immediately non-refundable. The full participation fee is non-refundable after the group's final payment date.
Ready to Book?
When you are ready to book, fill out the information below then hit submit. Remember - your hotel will be secured with a credit card but not charged until 10/4/26. Your non-refundable Participant Fee deposit is $100 per crafter and this will be charged now. If you opt for insurance, the insurance amount will be charged separately. Please register only once for your entire cabin. We will charge your card with-in 5 business days.
