Dancehall star Vybz Kartel has announced the launch of the “Vybz Island Experience 2027,” a four-day, three-night immersive event blending luxury travel with Jamaican dancehall culture.
The inaugural staging is scheduled for April 9 to April 12, 2027, and will feature a private island takeover alongside accommodations aboard Royal Caribbean cruise ships departing from Port Everglades and the Port of Miami.
Kartel is set to headline the event, which organisers say will include performances by more than 40 DJs, artists and entertainers. The programme is designed to offer a structured mix of daytime activities and curated nightlife experiences.
According to organisers, the Vybz Island Experience will operate on a fully inclusive hospitality model, dividing activities between land-based and onboard events.
Daytime programming will take place on a private island, featuring main-stage dancehall performances, beach arenas, private cabanas, Caribbean cuisine and curated rum bar experiences. VIP yacht access and exclusive beach environments are also planned.
In the evenings, activities will shift to the cruise ships, which will host themed celebrations, celebrity DJ-led sessions and after-dark entertainment.
The event marks Kartel’s latest venture following his 2024 release from prison and a 2025 run of sold-out international shows. Organisers describe the experience as a “luxury dancehall and private island experience” aimed at merging music, culture and upscale travel.
Registration for early access is now open via the event’s official website, with tickets already on sale.
