1st Annual Roots on the Water ~ A Louisiana
Heritage Cruise
Carnival Liberty · Port of New Orleans
January 17 - 24, 2027
Join us on a heritage cruise where all Louisianians—whether you're Cajun, Creole, Los Isleños, Malagueño, Sicilian, German Coast, Italian, or from any part of our rich tapestry—are invited to celebrate our roots. Let’s come together to honor our shared heritage with music, dancing, and pride in our Louisiana culture!
Celebrate Your Roots. Speak Your Story. Sail with Pride.
Join us for a one-of-a-kind cruise that brings the rich ancestry, vibrant culture, and unforgettable spirit of Louisiana to the open seas!
This isn’t just a vacation—it’s a floating family reunion, a cultural celebration, and a journey through history. Whether your roots are Cajun, Creole, Isleño, German Coast, African, Native, or beyond—this cruise is for YOU.
Special Highlights Include
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7 Day Bahamas Cruise:
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Cajun & Creole French Meet-Ups – Join French-speaking tables, and wear your custom lanyard: “Je parle français” or "Mo palé fransé" to connect with fellow French speakers from all over Louisiana. Yes, Creole and Cajun French welcome!
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Genealogy Sessions – Learn how to dig into your family tree with helpful tips, guest experts, and mini-workshops.
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Zydeco & Cajun Music Trivia Nights – Test your knowledge and dance to the rhythms of home!
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First Tintamarre at Sea – Tintamarre is an Acadian tradition of marching through one's community making noise with improvised instruments and other noisemakers, usually in celebration of National Acadian Day. The term originates from the Acadian French word meaning "clangour" or "din". To say..they tried to get rid of us but we are still here, we are proud and we are loud…we are the Acadians..
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Ancestry Pride Day – Wear a t-shirt with your last name or one that celebrates your heritage—because every name tells a story.
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Louisiana Door Decorating Contest – Let your cabin door shout your Louisiana pride!
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Family Reunions Welcome – A perfect way to gather your people and celebrate your shared roots in style.
Expect laughter, learning, and lots of Louisiana lagniappe—plus unforgettable moments with new friends who share your heritage.
Whether you're fluent in Cajun French, just learning your ancestry, or looking to reconnect with Louisiana culture, The Louisiana Lineage Cruise is your passport to the past—with all the fun of the present.
Come cruise with us—where every wave carries a piece of home.
ACCOMMODATION:
Balcony or Inside Cabin
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ROOTS ON THE WATER
A Louisiana Heritage Tour
Get ready for a heritage cruise like no other—a journey celebrating the rich tapestry of Louisiana’s culture! Whether you’re Cajun, Creole, German Coast, Los Isleños, Malagueño, Sicilian, Italian, Irish, or part of any of Louisiana’s proud traditions, this is your chance to embrace your roots, your flavors, and your story. Picture yourself at sea surrounded by music, laughter, and dancing as we bring the spirit of Louisiana aboard. We’ll have dedicated French tables and special lanyards for Cajun French and Creole French speakers, making it easy to connect with fellow Francophones. Immerse yourself in Cajun music and dance, wear your flags or family names with pride, and celebrate our diverse, vibrant heritage. This is more than just a cruise—it’s a cultural experience you won’t want to miss. Spots are limited, and the memories will last a lifetime. Join us and make history at sea!
What Our Travelers Say
These aren’t just vacations — they’re life-changing experiences. Hear how reconnecting with their roots left a lasting impact on those who’ve walked this path before.
"We had a wonderful opportunity to go on the Acadian Heritage tour 2023 earlier this year and I can't say enough about how everything was so well organized and planned and we felt so cared for by the team that took care of us, places we stayed were excellent. If you have an opportunity and the means, take this trip. It's excellent. You'll meet wonderful people, and you'll have cousins and friends for life. It was the most glorious experience. "
- Dwynn Naquin
Acadian France
- Scott Wilson
German Coast Trip
"We had great tour guides in all various cities as well as bus tours through the countryside, which is what I really enjoyed the most because I've been to Paris, I've been to London, I've been to all the big cities in Europe, but I've never been to small towns that this tour afforded us to go on and so it got to I got to see a different perspective of both Germany, France, Luxembourg, as well as Switzerland and it's been thoroughly enjoyable and I would definitely go on another tour that Cynthia put together, in the future. "
- Frank Utter
German Coast Trip
"I found the places where those I knew had come from, but I also found more that I didn't even know existed as well as the places where they live. It's, it's just been really great. I came with one hope in mind. I satisfied that hope, but I got undreamed of hopes fulfilled, so it was really, really good. we had a pleasurable time. It wasn't all research, all work, we had good social time together. The group really merged together very well, so, it was a very pleasant experience. "
"It was like you were actually on the scene of the battle. I mean it was that good with the smoke and everything else, but we get, we got to meet so many important people in mixed with, people that, in Spain or any, any country you go to and meet these kind of people, you have to, I felt very special being over there and having the opportunity to meet with these people and talk with them and all that. It's a great experience that I'll never forget."
- Jim Viator
Malaguenos Heritage Tour
ADDITIONAL
Trip Information
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Missing a vacation is bad enough. Losing the money you paid for your vacation is even worse. Trip insurance is therefore highly recommended. Please purchase travel insurance. Suggested travel insurance: Travel Guard
TRAVEL NOTES:
Traveling abroad requires a passport valid for six months beyond travel dates. For this tour, your passport should not expire before December 28, 2025.
You are required to make your own flight arrangements and airport transfers. Cynthia can help you to book your flights if you need her to help. When making your flight arrangements, you must pay close attention to dates. You should schedule your flight to ARRIVE in Seville, Spain (SVQ is the airport code) on June 29, 2025. This means many of you who must fly out of the United States on June 28, 2025 should also schedule your departure flight from Malaga for July 9, 2025. Please let Cynthia know if you have any questions.
Terms and Conditions
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By proceeding with this package booking, a tour package, you are hereby agreeing to our Terms and Conditions.
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Please be advised that all payments made to Seitz Travel LLC are final, with no possibility of refund or transfer to someone else under any circumstances.
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It is imperative that reservations are secured under the exact name as it appears on your passport. Failure to comply may result in a mandatory name correction fee.
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Be aware that pricing may change without prior notification. To guarantee the current promotional rate, we recommend you book your trip now to secure the lower rate.
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For those electing to use our installment payment option, adherence to the stipulated monthly payment schedule is required to maintain active reservation status. This includes ensuring that any shared accommodation partners are equally responsible for their payment obligations.
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We offer a roommate matching service for those in need of a roommate.
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A fee for name changes is imposed as follows: $200 prior to the final payment deadline as indicated on your invoice; thereafter, a fee of $250 plus any additional charges levied by our suppliers will apply.
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A late payment fee of $250 per individual is mandated subsequent to the final payment cut-off date as specified on your invoice.
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All requests for delayed payment consideration must receive prior approval from our management team before the established final payment deadline.