Margaritaville at Sea's third cruise ship will be named the Beachcomber
The Beachcomber is currently sailing for Costa Cruises as the Costa Fortuna. Margaritaville at Sea announced in May that the Fortuna would become its third and largest ship, accommodating 2,702 passengers at double occupancy and 3,470 at full occupancy. Margaritaville at Sea CEO Christopher Ivy said at the time that he expected the ship to debut in late 2026 or early 2027.
The Beachcomber will have 15 experiences that differentiate it from the Islander and Paradise. There will also be familiar favorites, including the 5 o'Clock Somewhere bar and grill, burger joint Cheeseburger in Paradise, the Hemisphere Dancer lounge and the License to Chill bar.
"We drew inspiration from nostalgic beach scenes, vintage surf art, and the carefree escapism that defines the brand," said head of design Martha Brabham. "The result is a design that feels joyful and instantly familiar."
The cruise line said the Beachcomber's homeport and itineraries will be revealed later this summer.
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