Contest: Sail Across the Sun

Sail Across the Sun on the 8th edition of the Train cruise, Feb. 13-17, 2025! This exclusive adventure departs from Miami and sails to Cozumel, Mexico, promising amazing music and plenty of sunshine!

Enter daily for your chance to win the following:

Roundtrip airfare for two
One-night hotel stay in Miami
A double occupancy cabin on a five-day concert cruise to Cozumel that will include three unique performances by Train

Official rules (.pdf)

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