I had to blink twice when I saw it: 15,000 subscribers! What an unbelievable milestone for our little corner of the internet that started with a love of cruising and a single video. Now? We’re celebrating 15,000 YouTube Subscribers – and Counting!

When we hit 10,000 subscribers late last year, we were floored. We celebrated, we toasted, we dreamed of what would come next. This year, we embarked on our first-ever This Cruise Life Group Cruise, we launched a new line of Groupie Merchandise, we’ve written dozens of blog posts, and we’ve grown 50% to 15,000 subscribers!

A Journey Powered by YOU

Every single one of these 15,000 subscribers represents something special. A cruiser, a dreamer, a traveler who shares our love for the ocean and adventure. Each like, comment, and view means the world to us. It reminds us that what started as a way to share our own cruise memories has become something so much bigger: a true community.

We’ve met so many of you onboard ships, in ports, on excursions, and a couple of you at the bar! Shocking, I know. 😉 Every single time, it fills our hearts. You’ve told us our videos helped you pick your next ship, plan your next cruise, or simply smile a little brighter during the day. That’s what keeps us going.

And most importantly, you’ve trusted us with your own vacations. You’ve given us the most precious gift of all: your trust and your time, and for that, we are forever grateful.

Behind the Camera (and the Magic)

What you see on screen is a mix of laughter, love, and a whole lot of editing! Behind every video are late-night brainstorming sessions, the occasional blooper reel, and moments where we literally wonder, “Will people really watch this?”

And then… you do. In record numbers. I could never have predicted that people would watch us over 2.5 MILLION TIMES! You share, you comment, you cheer us on. And in those moments, the long nights feel absolutely worth it.

We’ve learned, grown, and tried new things. From new ships and cruise lines to Group Cruises, deeper reviews, and even some surprises we’ll be sharing soon.

From 15,000 to the Horizon Ahead

This milestone isn’t just about a number. It’s a reminder of the joy, passion, and community that make This Cruise Life what it is. Whether you’ve been here since day one or just discovered us yesterday, thank you.

You’ve helped turn our passion into purpose. And you’ve made the comment section and our Sail Talk Saturdays a place of kindness and connection. Truly, you’ve helped us prove that the cruise community really is one of the most supportive, positive spaces on the internet.

Celebrate With Us!

To mark 15,000 subscribers, we’ll be doing a few fun things:

• A special giveaway (details coming soon!)
• A toast onboard our next sailing, because every milestone deserves some bubbly!
• And of course, some limited-edition This Cruise Life merch to mark the occasion.

From both Rocky and me, thank you for being part of this journey. You’ve helped us create something truly special, and we can’t wait to see where the waves take us next.

Here’s to 15,000 subscribers… and the next 15,000 to come!
Cheers, Groupies. We love This Cruise Life of ours… and we love that you’re part of it.

– Mark (and Rocky)

Let’s Keep the Momentum Going!

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• Share This Cruise Life with friends and family. You’ve helped us get here. The only way we’ll reach our next milestone is with your help! Share with friends, family, neighbors, people you meet at the supermarket… 😉

Thank you for celebrating this incredible milestone with us. We can’t wait to see you onboard soon!