Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has announced that Rachel Dratch, actor, comedian and author, will join the brand’s inaugural “Women-Only Cruise,” setting sail on August 24, 2025. Best known for her tenure on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” Dratch will treat cruise guests to a special comedy set and Q&A onboard the S.S. Catherine while they journey through France.
The “Women-Only Cruise” is a "one-of-a-kind" itinerary sailing through Burgundy and Provence, with special programming, activities and entertainment. Dratch will headline with a 45-minute comedy performance, followed by a Q&A the next day. Dratch, an SNL cast member from 1999 to 2006, is known for her iconic characters, including “Debbie Downer.” Beyond SNL, Dratch has appeared in a variety of television shows and films, such as “King of Queens,” “30 Rock,” “Shameless,” “Bob’s Burgers,” “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver,” “Click,” “Just Go with It,” “Wine Country” and more. Dratch recently made her Broadway debut in “POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive,” receiving a Tony nomination for her performance as Stephanie. Dratch is also the author of a critically acclaimed memoir.
As the sailing makes its way through the villages of France, guests can participate in offshore excursions, such as a candlelight concert in Lyon, a visit to the International Shoe Museum and a trip to the ancient Roman aqueduct of Nîmes at night for a light show. Other excursion highlights include lavender weaving, truffle hunting and a scenic bike ride to the Chartreuse. Additional onboard programming highlights include a chocolate and wine pairing event, burlesque sessions and a pajama party.
Like all Uniworld sailings, the “Women-Only Cruise” is fully all-inclusive, offering farm-to-table dining and unlimited wine and spirits.
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