Chicago Catholic Alumni Network
1986 2026
Legacy Cruise
Forty Years. Five Schools. One Shared Story.
August 14–17, 2026
Miami · Bahamas
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Chicago Catholic Alumni Network
Founding Class of 1986
Legacy Cruise
August 14–17, 2026
AI LegacyBook™
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Reunion Countdown
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Our Story
1986 2026
In 1986, we left our hallways, classrooms, friendships, and familiar neighborhoods to begin lives none of us could fully imagine.
Forty years later, we return not as the teenagers we were, but as the people those years helped shape.
This Legacy Cruise is more than a reunion. It is a celebration of where we began, who we became, and the friendships and memories that survived the distance between then and now.
Where Our Story Began
One city. One generation. Five schools whose classmates now share a single reunion story.
Five schools. One city. One generation.
The Schools That Shaped UsWelcome
Welcome to the official digital companion for the Chicago Catholic Alumni Network Class of 1986 40th Reunion. This page will keep everyone informed before, during, and after our reunion as we celebrate lifelong friendships and create new memories together.
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Welcome! This is your official reunion companion. Watch this space for updates as our sail date approaches.
Prepare
Three quick things to know before we set off.
Prepare
Connect
Explore
Onboard
Five days at sea and ashore.
August 13
Arrival & Meet & Greet
Meet & Greet
Fontainebleau Hotel
August 14
Bon Voyage
Meet in Hotel Lobby
Fontainebleau Hotel
Wear your CCAN T-Shirt.
Transportation to Port
Port of Miami
Bon Voyage Kick-Off
14th Floor
Wear your CCAN T-Shirt.
Dinner
The Haven
📸 Share Your Reunion Journey
Scan the QR code
Upload photos, share memories, and help us build the Class of 1986 Living Scrapbook.
August 15
Nassau, Bahamas
Nassau
Nassau, Bahamas
Rep your high school T-Shirt. Pictures.
Special Event
Location TBA
Dress · Semi-Formal to Formal
August 16
Great Stirrup Cay
Great Stirrup Cay
Great Stirrup Cay
Rally point: Bacardi Bar.
Special Dining
Cagney's Steakhouse
Dress · Sundresses & Blazers
Scavenger Hunt
Formal Night
Captured a special moment? Scan the QR code to share your photos.
August 17
Farewell
⚓ Time to Say Goodbye
Thank you for celebrating 40 years of friendship, memories, and the lifelong bonds we share as the Mendel Class of 1986. Until we meet again — safe travels!
Where We Stay
4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Phone
(305) 538-2000Directions
Open in Maps →Meeting Point
Meet in the main hotel lobby.
Check-in
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Ask for the CCAN Class of 1986 group.
At Sea
Our home on the water.
Open decks, ocean views, sunset gatherings.
Signature restaurants and casual favorites.
Broadway-style shows and live music lounges.
Port of Call
Turquoise water, colonial streets, and warm island rhythm.
Cable Beach and Junkanoo — soft sand, calm surf.
Bay Street boutiques and the Straw Market.
Queen's Staircase, Fort Fincastle, John Watling's.
Private Island
Norwegian's private slice of the Bahamas — just for our ship.
Bahamas · Private Island
Turquoise water. White sand. Just us.
A day of open beaches, snorkeling coves, and beachside barbecue — a rare afternoon where every classmate is in the same place at the same time. Bring a swimsuit; the rest is taken care of.
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Aerial views of Norwegian's private island paradise.
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White sand and impossibly turquoise Bahamian water.
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Snorkeling, paddleboards, kayaks, and floating calm.
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Hammocks, beach chairs, cabanas — set your own pace.
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Beachside BBQ, tropical drinks, open-air picnic seating.
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Shopping, nature trails, and postcard photo spots.
Featured Video
Great Stirrup Cay · Norwegian Cruise Line
What to Expect
Did You Know?
Great Stirrup Cay is Norwegian Cruise Line's private island in the Bahamas and has welcomed NCL guests for decades. Recent enhancements include new pools, upgraded guest areas, and additional beach experiences.
Getting There
Friday, Aug 14 — 11:00 AM
Fontainebleau Hotel → Port of Miami
Please be prompt. Wear your CCAN T-Shirt.
Monday, Aug 17 — 9:00 AM
Port of Miami → Miami International Airport (MIA)
Transportation provided from the port.
Preferred Transportation Partner
To help make your arrival and departure as smooth as possible, we've partnered with Miami Shuttle Transportation as our preferred transportation provider for the Legacy Cruise.
Whether you're arriving at Miami International Airport (MIA), Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), or need transportation before or after the cruise, you may reserve transportation directly through their website.
MIA or FLL arrivals to your hotel.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach to the ship.
Post-cruise departure transfer.
Options to fit your group and budget.
CCAN Reunion Travelers
Transportation between the Fontainebleau Miami Beach and the Port of Miami has been coordinated for reunion attendees.
If you require airport transportation before or after the cruise, you may book directly with our preferred transportation provider using the button above.
We recommend reserving transportation early to ensure availability during the busy summer travel season.
Concierge
Everything you need, one tap away.
Our host hotel — booking, dining, amenities.
Everything you need before embarkation—from online check-in and travel documents to luggage, dining reservations, the NCL mobile app, and boarding day tips.
Protect your vacation with optional travel insurance. Coverage may help with eligible trip cancellations, medical emergencies, travel delays, and lost baggage.
Travel insurance is optional. Julie Loves Travel may receive compensation if you purchase through this partner link.
Driving directions and terminal information.
Explore our first port of call.
Norwegian's private island paradise.
Share your favorite reunion moments.
Reach out to the committee with questions.
Norwegian Cruise Line's official website—browse ships, ports, and onboard experiences.
Review NCL's official Terms & Conditions, including the Guest Ticket Contract, payment schedules, cancellation policies, travel documentation, and other cruise-related policies before sailing.
With Gratitude
Behind every memorable reunion is a dedicated team of classmates who volunteered their time, creativity, and leadership to make this celebration possible. We are honored to serve the CCAN Class of 1986 and look forward to celebrating with everyone aboard the Legacy Cruise.
President
Chicago Catholic Alumni Network (CCAN)
Providing leadership and helping guide the vision of the Chicago Catholic Alumni Network while bringing alumni together through meaningful experiences.
Program Director
Chicago Catholic Alumni Network (CCAN)
Leading the planning and execution of the Legacy Cruise, including travel logistics, communications, partnerships, and the digital reunion experience.
Secretary/Treasurer
Chicago Catholic Alumni Network (CCAN)
Providing financial oversight, organization, and operational support to help ensure every detail comes together successfully.
Social Events Coordinator
Chicago Catholic Alumni Network (CCAN)
Creating memorable social experiences that celebrate friendship, laughter, and forty years of shared history.
Relationship Director
Chicago Catholic Alumni Network (CCAN)
Building and strengthening relationships among alumni while helping keep the reunion community connected and engaged.
Chapter · The Schools That Shaped Us
Celebrating the schools whose traditions, friendships, and faith helped shape the Class of 1986.
Attendees
Honored Special Guest
Attendees
Attendees
Attendees
Attendees
Honoring the loved ones and special guests who helped make our 40th Reunion a cherished celebration.
Primary Attendee
Guests
Five schools.One city.One generation.One unforgettable reunion.
Chicago Catholic Alumni Network · Founding Class of 1986
At Your Service
Travel Advisor
Archer Travel Service, Inc.
Thank you for allowing me to be part of your Legacy Cruise experience. It has been my pleasure coordinating this special reunion and helping create an unforgettable journey for our classmates.
If you have any questions before your trip—including travel arrangements, transportation, accommodations, excursions, or future travel opportunities—I'm happy to assist.
Legacy
Throughout our reunion, we invite you to capture the laughter, friendships, and unforgettable moments that make this celebration so special.
Scan to Share
Upload photos, share memories, and help us build the Class of 1986 Living Scrapbook.
Photos are reviewed by the reunion committee before appearing publicly.
Open Photo Upload PageA Shared Chapter
We boarded the ship celebrating our own 40th reunion, and along the way, something unexpected happened.
Cathedral and Mount Carmel were each marking their own 40-year milestone. Two schools. Two histories. Two groups of classmates whose paths happened to cross at sea.
What began as separate celebrations naturally came together through shared moments, conversations, laughter, photographs, and the simple joy of celebrating forty years of memories.
By the end of the journey, it wasn't only about where each group began. It was about the memories we created together.
Two schools. Two reunions. One unforgettable 40th anniversary at sea.
Closing Chapter
We came together as students.
We return as classmates, friends, spouses, parents, grandparents, professionals, dreamers, survivors, and storytellers.
Forty years changed many things. It did not erase where we began.
Class of 1986 — our story is still being written.
Photos and memories are reviewed by the reunion committee before appearing publicly.