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Dave Koz & Friends at Sea · 2027

Japan and South Korea

  • Tokyo, Japan
  • Nagoya, Japan
  • Jeju City, South Korea
  • Osaka, Japan
  • Shimizu, Japan
  • Yokohama, Japan

Voyage OneMarch 14 – March 21, 2027

Voyage TwoMarch 21 – March 28, 2027

Two voyages · 7 nights aboard Holland America’s Westerdam

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Dave Koz & Friends at Sea!

Dave Koz and Friends at Sea is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, featuring amazing ports of call and a one of a kind community of music lovers who have a unique appreciation for culture and travel.

Our guests are fully immersed with the energy and sounds of an array of all-star talent, guided tours, relaxation and fine dining… “Seeing the world together through music”, that’s what the Dave Koz and Friends at Sea cruise is all about!

And for our next adventure in 2027, for the very first time in our history, we are overjoyed to be visiting the absolutely magical continent of Asia!
We so hope you will join us!

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Your Host

Dave Koz

Since 2005, Dave Koz has welcomed guests aboard the Dave Koz and Friends at Sea Cruise, guiding travelers to some of the world’s most iconic destinations. Every sailing carries his unmistakable blend of exceptional entertainment, genuine connection and a spirit of discovery.

He’s brought many of music’s greatest talents along the way, creating an experience you won’t find anywhere else. Guests don’t just hear performances—they feel part of them.

At the center is the community Dave has nurtured: guests, artists and musicians who return year after year, bound by kindness, mutual respect and a shared joy for the journey.

Beyond the cruise, Dave is a platinum-selling recording artist, humanitarian, entrepreneur, radio host and advocate for music education. His dedication to supporting the next generation of musicians is woven into everything he does—on stage, onboard and well beyond the shoreline.

Learn more about Dave

Booking Your Voyage

Booking your voyage on Dave Koz and Friends at Sea is easy.

Our exclusive partners at Redwood Travel handle all reservations and are there to support you from the moment you book until you’re back home from your trip.

This cruise fills quickly each year, so planning ahead is strongly encouraged to secure your spot.

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Stories from Our Cruisers

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A man passionately singing and playing white electric guitar on stage with microphones in front of him, in a dimly lit venue.
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A woman in a red outfit, with red gloves and a feathered accessory, is singing into a microphone on stage with her arms raised and a joyful expression, illuminated by blue and purple stage lighting.
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A man and woman are smiling together inside a building. The man is wearing a colorful graphic t-shirt, sunglasses, and a blue cap worn sideways. The woman is wearing a bright yellow dress and a matching yellow wig, with jewelry on her neck and wrist.
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A smiling Black woman with glasses and a man with a beard and gray hair, both wearing black jackets, stand outdoors in front of a brick building with barrels and a large outdoor chimney, with a small bush in the foreground.
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Two women smiling and making peace signs, dressed in 1960s hippie style costumes with floral headbands, in a room with a window and curtains.
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Four women standing together on a boat at sunset, with the ocean in the background, smiling and posing for the photo.
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Three people standing together at the Davo Koz & Friends at Sea event in 2023, smiling and posing for the camera against a backdrop with event branding, all wearing white outfits and red lanyards.
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Two middle-aged people, a man and a woman, hugging and smiling at a colorful party or event. The man is wearing a rainbow tie-dye shirt, a rainbow headband, and a peace sign necklace. The woman is wearing pink with sunglasses and a beaded necklace.
A smiling elderly man and woman standing outdoors with palm trees and a marina in the background, both wearing gray jackets and caps.
A man in a gray outfit raising his hand and kicking his leg high while on a dock near a large cruise ship, with other people walking in the background.
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A smiling middle-aged couple wearing white baseball caps with logo and sunglasses, hugging each other outdoors with green leaves and red and blue structures in the background.
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A woman smiling and making a peace sign while riding in a yellow eco-friendly auto rickshaw with the words 'Ecologic Relax' on the side and an Italian flag attached to the roof, with historic buildings in the background.
People sitting at a long outdoor table enjoying food and drinks, smiling and raising glasses in a celebration, with a food tent and other guests in the background.
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A man in a brown suit, white shirt, colorful striped tie, and black sunglasses singing into a microphone on stage. Behind him is a vibrant, multicolored digital backdrop with images of various people, including a woman in a red dress and high heels,
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A woman with curly hair singing into a microphone on stage, with a keyboard and a man playing a woodwind instrument in the background.
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A woman in a shiny gold dress playing a saxophone on stage with another musician in the background.
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