After working 70 hours a week for 11 years at their own tool franchise, they retired in 2001 determined to enjoy their hobbies which included anything that had an engine and traveling. Of course one of them was motorcycle rallies and events.

 Just like most seasoned riders, they have been to the BIG rallies several times. Myrtle Beach, Daytona, Sturgis, York open house, and countless H.O.G.® state rallies and most bike shows in between.  They still loved the events but the price gouging, weather, worry about bike theft and the same old carbon copy thing was getting to them. Despite a little excitement now and then, the cold hard facts were, they were facing hobbie burnout.  Their fun hobby was becoming stressful and even boring. Exactly like there Corvette hobbie in the 70's. Of which they both finally gave up but of course kept the car. Unwilling to give up this motorcycle hobby, something had to change.

Rather than give up our favorite hobby and the people we enjoy spending our time with, we decided to offer a completely new rally alternative. An event that would breathe new life, FUN and adventure into the word "rally".  What better way to end your riding season (for most of us) than the most carefree environment in the world - the warm Caribbean. One of the largest cruise ships in the world had everything we were looking for.  One set regular price (no price gouging) great weather (usually 80 - 85 degrees) and if it rains we can stay inside the floating city & wakeup tomorrow 300-500 miles away.  No setting in one rainy spot for 7 days.  No worries about our bikes. But there will be bikes!
We had cruised several times in the past and understood the attraction. Any travel agent can book a group cruise (of which we weren't). The challenge was turning it into a rally. As you view our website keep in mind this had never been attempted before and at times we learned why not, but forged ahead anyway. Choosing the right cruise line, the right ship, and then having them accept our concept was another challenge.
From past cruising experience Royal Caribbean's "Voyager class mega-ships" was our 1st and only choice due to the fact that only these ships had room for vendors. These are the most celebrated mega ships on the planet. Having key staff people aboard ship and in high ranking positions that were motorcycle riders was a big help while we explained that motorcycle riders weren't what you see in the 60's movies. We agreed to an initial ½ ship charter with room to add on and with the blessings of one high ranking fellow motorcycle rider (Royal Caribbean's captain of security) practically got the run of the ship.  I forgot to mention the money & hard work, but I'm sure you will figure that out later. 

Anyway, after spending our life savings and  writing checks for phone bills that are more than most house payments. it happened.  1st. item we changed was the dress code. It's regular biker attire. Oh yeah!  Guys will like this rally as much as the women.

First the date, 2^nd week of November has something to do with it.  As a worldwide rally, much of the riding season is winding down due to colder weather.  Why should that stop a rally?  It wouldn't on a cruise ship in the Caribbean. 

Motorcycle riders come together at rallies for several reasons.

• To socialize with friends with a common interest and make new friends.
• To travel to new and exciting different locations. ( Can't get much newer and exciting than this)
• To see the newest motorcycle vendor products
• To see the newest Bike builders projects
• To take your most fun vacation.
• To Party!!!
• And of course ride your bike.

But the season is all but over for most of us by November and despite motorcycle rallies all over the world...2/3 of the world is water - why not rally there?

• We have exciting beautiful new Tropical locations
• Motorcycle vendors aboard ship giving away $5,000 plus per vendor
• Bike builders with new projects
• Probably the best socializing environment found anywhere
• New Biker Events / Games
• Unbelievable personal service
• Onshore Parties
• Great Food 24-7

Since it's nearing winter, or in some cases already winter in November for our Caribbean rally.  We hope you won't miss your bike too much - although you can ride your bike to the port in Port Canaveral and leave it in a guarded secure parking garage. Or do as many did last year, arrive at the port a couple days early and rent a bike. You can also rent scooters in Grand Cayman and Cozumelor Jet Ski in Labadee. 

Things you WON'T have to worry about on this rally

• Transportation - once on the ship you'll see world-class scenery everyday effortlessly.
• Food - also world class 24 hours a day.
• Room - with a spectacular view and full room service.
• Entertainment - Vendor trade show, bike events, games, shows, tech seminars, casinos, bars, and ship entertainment.  It's a moving Vegas with tropical island stops, with World Class onshore rally parties & excursions.
• Theft - No more constantly watching for Bike Theft or damage.
• Weather, although it's Nov. expect 80's and if it rains we are in a floating city that moves 300 miles every night with plenty of entertainment and all the food you can eat.
• Raffle ticket purchases:  Although we can't promise everyone to be a winner.  At our 4th Annual 2006 HOHS Caribbean Rally ( 1500 rally passengers) we gave away at random (no purchase required) over $300,000 in cash, prizes & vendor giveaways. We also collected through our games, over $109,000 for our charity, Kidney Dialysis. These donations provide our kidney dialysis rally passengers with a free cabin, free airfare, FREE kidney dialysis treatments during our 7 day rally and $400 dollars in spending money. For more info. visit our HOHS Dialysis Fund page on our website.   We can't think of another rally that can even compete in giveaways (not raffles).
• Also, NO tipping required on the ship.  Your gratuities are included in our price of your room.

For many it will be the adventure of a lifetime, for others their first glimpse of the Caribbean, for everyone the most fun you have ever had at a rallyWhy are we doing this?  Big business has taken over the rallies.  Rooms, vendor space, food, parking, EVERYTHING is double or triple the price it was the week before the rally and besides we can't stay land locked forever. 

This will be your least expensive 7-day rally you've ever been to - Why? 

Included in your cabin price.

• Room (immaculately maintained - spectacular views)
• Food (all you can eat 24-7)
• All the entertainment (events, games, shows, giveaways, etc).
• Vendor trade shows
• Tech seminars
• Bike Events / Games
• On-ship tips
• Great odds of winning major prizes
• Casual Dress (jeans & t-shirts) same as a regular rally
• Leather required attire for the two formal night dinners
• Great weather
• Tropical destinations
• And because the rally can be no larger than 3,000 you'll get to know and talk with friends & make more new friends than any other rally.
• Discounts at several onshore party locations.

We're working hard to make sure you pay less, not more, just because you're motorcycle  riders.

• Exclusive, World Class party locations: Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville in both Jamaica and Grand Cayman, Hard Rock Café' on Grand Cayman and Carlos'n Charlie's at Cozumel.

• See new places, in the Western Caribbean,

Labadee, Hispaniola, Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Georgetown, Grand Cayman, Cozumel, Mexico

And for some, the Caribbean for the first time.

• And in Mexican Riviera places like Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta

We want our rallies to be your most memorable vacations

In 2005 and 2006 we offered a 7 day Alaska rally also. Although Alaska cruises are the highest rated and most sought after cruises, they are also one of the most expensive and border crossing has become very difficult for our vendors so we have backed away due to much lower attendance numbers and changing border policies since 911. We will return in 2009, leaving from Seattle and with 2 years experience we feel we have learned much and made many connections and friends in Alaska.

In the meantime, our Caribbean rallies have earned the reputation of being more fun than most can handle. Selling out almost 1 year in advance, our regulars and those traveling from the West Coast want one on there side of the U.S. again but down South and since our FUN-loving family has grown so much we are adding new rally destinations. In responds to our West Coast participants that are traveling the longest distance to our Caribbean rally, we will now bring the fun to them.

Our Mexican Riviera Rally will not disappoint and has all the ingredients to soon rival our Caribbean rally in every category. It is currently scheduled to rotate years with the return of our Alaska rally. Mexican Rivera is scheduled on even years, 2008, 2010, etc. Alaska will be on odd years, 2009, 2011, etc. So if you miss them you wait 2 years. Our Caribbean rally is an annual event. If the Mexican Rivera sells out as quickly as we expect, it’s possible it could become an annual event

With 4 years under our belts in the Caribbean, this rally is rated in the Top 10 of all U.S. Motorcycle events. If there were a rating for FUN and giveaways per participant, there would be nothing to compare our rally to! And that's exactly how we want it...like nothing else in the World! This definately ain't no copy-cat rally! So battin' down the hatches for The Hogs On The High Seas Rallies, and rally outside the box. You won't be able to wipe the smile off your face.

And let's face it; 2/3 of the Earth is water - why should that stop Motorcycle Enthusiasts?

Dean and Debbie Anderson