Melodic Journeys: Soundtracks for Your Next Cruise Adventure

Music unites us and whisks us away to new places; whether you’re fantasizing about a cruise getaway along the Napali coast, basking in the sun on the Mediterranean Sea, or enjoying the sights of South America from your Balcony Stateroom, your vacation is incomplete without the ideal playlist. Here are our top picks for the best cruise destinations.

CARIBBEAN CRUISES

The vibrant sounds of neo-disco and classic dance tracks evoke the essence of a Caribbean cruise filled with island adventures. These laid-back tunes provide the perfect soundtrack for beach dancing or sipping cocktails poolside. 

• Return of the Mack – Mark Morrison
• Got to Give it Up – Marvin Gaye
• Happy – Pharrell Williams
• Benediction – Hot Natured
• Gypsy Woman – Crystal Waters
• Try It Out – Gino Soccio
• Jungle Fever – Chakachas
• Get Lucky – Daft Punk
• Hey Love – Quadron
• Foreign Language – Flight Facilities

ALASKA CRUISES

Embrace the stunning allure of Alaska’s brilliant blue hues and breathtaking ice fjords with cool, electronic sounds. The immersive rhythms of synth-pop and calming house music create an ethereal soundscape, akin to witnessing the Northern Lights from your cruise ship’s deck.

• The Gun - RÜFÜS
• A Forest (Radio Mix) – Ping Trace
• Roche – Sébastien Tellier
• Les Djinns (Trentemoeller Remix) – Djuma Soundsystem
• We Want Our Things – Nite Jewel
• Snooze 4 Love – Todd Terje
• Midnight – Coldplay
• Rained the Whole Time (Nicolas Jaar Remix) – Shlohmo
• Slip – Elliot Moss
• Help Me Lose My Mind – Disclosure ft. London Grammar

MEDITERRANEAN CRUISES

Grab your silk scarf, passport, and dark shades as these global beats transport you on a transatlantic or Mediterranean cruise through the cobblestone avenues of Italy and France. These café classics and heartfelt ballads will have you swaying in no time.  

• ‘S Wonderful – Joâo Gilberto
• Raphael – Carla Bruni
• Flight Attendant – Josh Rouse
• Lesson 1 – L’Equipe Du Son
• Parole Parole – Mina
• La Vie En Rose (Chillout Mix) – Almadrava
• Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk – Rufus Wainwright
• Fibre de Verre – Le Grand Baiser
• Eu Vou Torcer – Jorge Ben 
• Tu vuò fa l’Americano – Renato Carosone

HAWAII CRUISES

West Coast songwriters and classic pop create the ideal soundtrack for catching waves on your next Hawaii cruise. Embrace the sun with timeless favorites that embody the relaxed island vibe. You’ll find it impossible not to feel blissfully happy listening to these uplifting vocals and infectious rhythms.

• Harvest Moon – Poolside
• I’m Yours – Jason Mraz
• Somewhere Over the Rainbow _ What a Wonderful World – Israel Kamakawiwo’ole
• Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley
• Elevate – St. Lucia
• California Girls – Beach Boys
• Cayucos – Cayucos
• The Wild Life – Vacationer
• Unchained Melody – Al Green
• Under the Boardwalk – The Rolling Stones 

SOUTH AMERICA CRUISES

Inspired by the passionate, rhythmic dance of the tango or the vibrant sounds of Havana's streets and lounges, it’s clear that Latin and South American artists know how to make you want to take a partner and dance.

• Guajira (I Love U 2 Much) – Yerba Buena
• Me Gustas Tu – Manu Chao
• El Estuche - Aterciopelados
• Diferente – Gotan Project
• Represent – Orishas 
• Pokito a Poko – Chambao
• Vivir Mi Vida – Marc Anthony
• Mi Tierra – Gloria Estefan 
• Una Noche en Nápoles – Lila Downs, Nina Pastori, Soledad ft. Santana
• Para Te – A.P.P.A.R.T.