First dog-friendly cruise to set sail from Tampa in 2025 - Your pooch can be pampered on a dedicated pet-friendly cruise from Florida

On Nov. 18, Cruise Tails and Expedia Cruises of West Orlando announced a new dog-centric cruise for Margaritaville at Sea Islander. The cruise will feature parades, costume contests, and grooming for 250 pups looking for a vacation.

Tampa Bay is about to make waves in the travel world, as Cruise Tails and Expedia Cruises of West Orlando team up to launch the first-ever dog-friendly cruise, setting sail from Port Tampa Bay in 2025.

A cruise for dog lovers is setting sail from Florida next year. The Margaritaville at Sea Islander cruise ship will depart from Tampa in November 2025. The cruise can accommodate 250 dogs and their two-legged family members. Onboard activities include dog shows, trainings, costume contests, splash stations and puppy massages.

The topic of having pets on a cruise ship always brings out a variety of opinions and preferences. While some cruise passengers have openly stated

Aboard Margaritaville At Sea's Islander, 250 dogs, their owners and beloved humans will head out to sea in November 2025.

If you have an inseparable bond with your beloved pup, spend some quality time with them next year on this dog-friendly cruise.