Free Margaritaville Bahamian Cruises for Military, First Responders & Teachers

By Cara | Staff Writer
Aug 24, 2023 @ 9:25 PM MDT

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If you’ve been wanting to score cheap vacation for yourself and qualify based on your profession, you could set sail on a Margaritaville cruise for FREE!

the front end of the Margaritaville at sea Islander cruise shitp

Head on over to MargaritavilleAtSea.online where they are offering  Active and Veteran Military, First Responders, Law Enforcement Officers, and Teachers FREE cruises for TWO! 😱

You read that correctly – the newly expanded Heroes Sail Free program now includes Free Cruises for TWO on all dates, to all destinations, and includes both ships! This offer does not include taxes, fees or port expenses (up to $137.06 per person) due at the time of booking. 

Note that you must be a verified member through the GovX or ShopVCS ID platform and the offer only applies to the registered member(s) in your party. 

Hip Tip: If you are having issues booking online, you can call the Margaritaville Bahamian Cruise team at 1-800-814-7100.

an empty cruise ship deck at sunset

This incredible offer is valid for new bookings on Margaritaville at Sea for $0 cruise fares on the first and second guest sailing together. This offer applies to Inside and Ocean View cabins on the Margaritaville at Sea Paradise and Interior Staterooms only on the Margaritaville at Sea Islander and does not apply to other stateroom categories. Note this offer cannot be onlinebined with other promotional offers.

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(Thanks, Susan!)

About the writer:

Cara has a Bachelor’s Degree from Northwestern State University, with a background in writing about food, culture, and beauty.

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  1. pamela harris

    anyone have an estimate on the total fees and tip requirements?

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    • Trish (Hip Sidekick)

      Great question, pamela! I found this in the FAQ section if helpful 💞 – Offer does not include taxes, fees or port expenses up to $137.06 per person due at the time of booking.
      Here’s what I found on tipping – For your convenience, gratuities* are charged to your onboard account at $18.00 per person per night* for interior and ocean view staterooms and $22.00 per person per night* for suites. Other staff members may be tipped as services are rendered. As a standard in the cruise industry, please note an 18% service charge will be included on all bar, drink packages, specialty dining, and St. Somewhere Spa & Salon tabs. All gratuities are included for resort stays under our Cruise & Stay programs.

      Reply
  2. Pam Birkeland Paulsen

    Does this also include retired Firefighters?

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    • Trish (Hip Sidekick)

      Hi there, Pam! When checking the qualification details it does list Firefighters with a retired status as eligible! Hope this is helpful! ❤️

      Reply
  3. Ceasar

    Can teachers sign up through Govx or ShopVCS? What platform should teachers use?

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    • Trish (Hip Sidekick)

      When going through the link above, it seems that teachers can also verify through GovX! 🙌💖

      Reply
  4. Maria Vinalon

    Does this inside nurses?

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    • Trish (Hip Sidekick)

      I did find this if helpful! ❤️ – You are eligible if you are working on the front-lines of the emergency medical field.

      This includes:

      Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)
      Paramedics
      Registered Nurses (RNs)
      Trauma Nurses
      Nurse Practitioners
      Hospital Physicians, PAs, Technicians and other staff

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      • Ivy

        Thanks!

        Reply1
        • Trish (Hip Sidekick)

          You’re welonlinee! ❣️

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      • Elle

        Retired RN as well?

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      • Joanna Church

        Too bad it doesn’t include nurses that care for veterans

        Reply
  5. Natasha

    Does this include school administrators?

    Reply2
    • Trish (Hip Sidekick)

      Good question!, Natasha! I’m not seeing any mention of school administrators. This is what is listed under Education – K-12 and University teachers.
      You might try reaching out to support through the link above to see if they can help! 🤞❤️

      Reply
    • Jedimom

      I have signed up through The GOVX, all I needed was my badge with the school systems name on it. I’m not a teacher but am staff. Easy sign up process.

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      • Amber (Hip Sidekick)

        Oh awesome! Thanks for the heads up on how easy it was for you to sign up! ❤️

        Reply
  6. Kim

    I wish there were some Mexican cruises that were free like this. It would cost me way too much to fly to FL to take part in a free cruise!

    Reply
  7. Melinda Bethune

    Does this apply to military spouses as well? My hubby is the soldier, but refuses to get on a boat 🤣

    Reply1
    • Trish (Hip Sidekick)

      Hi Melinda! Here’s what I found listed for Military – 💞
      You are eligible if you are currently serving or previously served and were honorably discharged from the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy or National Guard.

      This includes:

      Active duty service members
      Veterans & Retired
      Reservists
      Military academies

      Reply
  8. Karina

    Booked our free 5 day cruise!! Can’t wait!

    Reply1
    • Trish (Hip Sidekick)

      Woohoo! 🙌 Hope you have so much fun, Karina! ❤️🛳️🎉

      Reply
  9. Christy Harding

    Hi! Are retired teachers eligible?

    Reply1
    • Trish (Hip Sidekick)

      Good question, Christy! The only description listed for teachers is K-12 and University teachers
      (Please note: Private institutions do not qualify for membership.)
      You might try reaching out through that link above to see if they can verify this for you. If you click on “submit request” you can send them an email to inquire. Hoping this is helpful! 🤗💓

      Reply
  10. Sarah

    Has anyone been on a cruise with this onlinepany? Just wondering what the experience is like.

    Reply1
    • John S Stelmack

      The onlinements on the FB post are pretty negative for this onlinepany.

      Reply
  11. Tawnya Meagher

    Is this for Cafeteria workers too?

    Reply1
    • Amber (Hip Sidekick)

      I don’t see that noted in the details. You could always reach out to be certain – 800.814.7100 Hope this helps! 💞

      Reply
  12. Cindy

    Is this for nurses

    Reply1
    • Amber (Hip Sidekick)

      Hey Cindy! Here are some details of those included that may be helpful!
      “Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)
      Paramedics
      Registered Nurses (RNs)
      Trauma Nurses
      Nurse Practitioners
      Hospital Physicians, PAs, Technicians and other staff”

      Reply
  13. Cindy

    Does this include LPNs that work on long term care

    Reply1
    • Amber (Hip Sidekick)

      Great question. I just a shared a list above it that might help! ❤️

      Reply
  14. Erin

    Booked our 5 day cruise for 2026. Only paid $235!! Yay!

    Reply1
    • Amber (Hip Sidekick)

      Wow! Great deal! Hope you have a wonderful trip! ❤️🙌

      Reply
  15. Elizabeth Cox

    Does this apply to Teacher Assistants?

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    • Amber (Hip Sidekick)

      You could give it a try or contact them to be sure. Another reader with a similar question found it to work for them. Hoping this helps! 💞

      Reply

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