If you’re thinking about taking a cruise from Florida with a stop in the Bahamas, you have four ports to choose from: Jacksonville, Miami, Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Tampa, and Port Canaveral (Orlando). Whichever departure port you choose on your journey from Florida to the Bahamas, with multiple stops in all kinds of different ports, you’ll be greeted by sandy white beaches, tropical weather, lush green landscapes, and colorful cultures. So, if you want a vacation that is both exciting and restful, with a layover in the Bahamas, choose one of the cruises that depart out of Florida.
Florida, known as “The Sunshine State,” is also a top-ranked holiday destination in its own right. With so much to do in Florida, it’s worth spending a few days there before or after your cruise. As a sun, sea, and sand location, Florida attracts all kinds of travelers, from partygoers to retirees, nature lovers, thrill seekers, and even foodies, not to mention beachgoers and water sports enthusiasts. Explore some of Florida’s busy, modern cities, quiet beach towns, and beautiful natural areas.
The Bahamas, with its magnificent blue waters and kind people, is the ideal tropical getaway for relieving the pains and worries of everyday life. The best way to do this is by planning a cruise from one of the many Florida ports.
It’s no surprise that the stunning islands of the Bahamas are a favorite choice for cruises in search of warm weather and relaxation. The calm of the Bahamas is always within reach due to its proximity to Florida. The Bahamas is known for its bright blue beaches, translucent underwater caves, rich heritage, and exclusive private islands. With five places to leave from, including Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Jacksonville, Miami, Port Canaveral (Orlando), and Tampa, you can easily enjoy the subtropical beauty of the Bahamas in any season, whether you want to take a short trip or go on a long trip to many Caribbean islands.
Take a cruise from Florida to the fast-paced lifestyle of Paradise Island and Nassau, the Bahamas’ capital and largest city, steeped in local culture and history, or sail to Freeport, the principal city on Grand Bahama, which boasts one of the world’s largest underwater cave systems. Cruise to some of the most exquisite ports of call and pure private-destination paradises, including Castaway Cay, CocoCay, Half Moon Cay, Great Stirrup Cay, Ocean Cay, and Princess Cays. Then there’s Bimini, a new portion of the Bahamas’ gorgeous islands now open to cruise ships.
With over 700 islands, there are so many cruise itineraries to select from, as well as a wide range of cruise lines and ships offering picturesque cruises from Florida. Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Holland America Line, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean and Virgin Voyages are just some of the cruise lines that can take you to the Bahamas.
On a Bahamas cruise, you may go sailing, snorkeling, wandering along pearly pink sand beaches, and swimming in crystalline blue seas. There is an island in the Bahamas to fit every taste and style, as well as limitless activities for the entire family.
Bimini, a serene island located in the westernmost part of the Bahamas, stands out as a sought-after port of call on Bahamas cruise itineraries. Known for its crystal-clear waters, rich history, and vibrant marine life, Bimini offers a unique blend[…]
CocoCay, Bahamas, is Royal Caribbean’s private island used as a stopover on Caribbean cruises from Florida. It is located approximately 55 miles north of Nassau. The island was originally called Little Stirrup Cay. After Royal Caribbean took over the lease[…]
All cruise ship passengers arriving on Grand Bahama Island from Florida will dock at Lucaya Harbour, a suburb of Freeport. Freeport is the main city on Grand Bahama, an island in the northwest Bahamas off the Florida coast. Port Lucaya[…]
Great Stirrup Cay is a small island in the Bahamas owned by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). It is often used as a stopover for Caribbean cruises from Florida. It is part of the Berry Islands. The island was purchased by[…]
Accessible by Carnival and Holland America cruise ships, Half Moon Cay is often used as a stopover for cruises from Florida. Half Moon Cay is one of about 700 islands that make up the archipelago of the Bahamas. Also called[…]
The capital of the Bahamas, Nassau, lies on the island of New Providence. Nassau is a popular cruise ship stop from Florida. The city has a hilly landscape and is known for its beaches as well as its offshore coral[…]
If you’ve always wanted to sail the lovely Bahamas from Florida, MSC Cruises has now made it easier. MSC Cruises has launched its own private island, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, in the Bahamas. Ocean Cay, located 65 miles east[…]
Princess Cays is a resort owned by Princess Cruises and used as a port-of-call on Caribbean cruises from Florida. It is Located on the southern tip of Eleuthera island in the Bahamas. This 2-mile strip of sand has an adult-only[…]
Castaway Cay is a private island reserved exclusively for Disney Cruise Line guests on Bahamian and Caribbean cruises. Located near Great Abaco Island, it is often used as a stopover for Disney cruises from Florida. The Disney ship docks right[…]
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Castaway Cay, Disney Private Island Always a favorite of Disney cruisers, Castaway Cay is Disney Cruise Line’s private island in the Bahamas, and is a common port of call for virtually all Disney Caribbean-bound cruise ships. There’s sunbathing, waterslides, bike trails, open-air[…]
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CocoCay, Royal Caribbean’s Private Island CocoCay, formerly Little Stirrup Cay, is an island in the Bahamas’ Berry Island chain. Discover many ways to relax or go on a unique adventure in CocoCay. CoccoCay features all kinds of activities, snorkeling, kayaking, boating,[…]
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CocoCay, Bahamas, is Royal Caribbean’s private island used as a stopover on Caribbean cruises from Florida. It is located approximately 55 miles north of Nassau. The island was originally called Little Stirrup Cay. After Royal Caribbean took over the lease[…]
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Princess Cays, island of Eleuthera, Bahamas One hundred miles long and only two miles wide, Eleuthera offers unspoiled beaches. The Princess Cays resort boasts outstanding amenities, perfect for lazing on the beach, swimming, kayaking, taking catamaran sailing lessons, riding the[…]
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Princess Cays is a resort owned by Princess Cruises and used as a port-of-call on Caribbean cruises from Florida. It is Located on the southern tip of Eleuthera island in the Bahamas. This 2-mile strip of sand has an adult-only[…]
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Half Moon Cay, Carnival’s Private Island Half Moon Cay is a private island in the Bahamas shared by Carnival and Holland America. Swimming, sunbathing, scuba diving, jet-skiing, cycling, and snorkeling are among the activities available on the island. There is[…]
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Accessible by Carnival and Holland America cruise ships, Half Moon Cay is often used as a stopover for cruises from Florida. Half Moon Cay is one of about 700 islands that make up the archipelago of the Bahamas. Also called[…]
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Freeport & Grand Bahama Dreaming of snorkeling, remote beach and a little pampering? Dive into Bahamian crystal clear waters and discover a living coral reef. Then cruise along the coast to a deserted white sand beach. Enjoy a delicious lunch[…]
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All cruise ship passengers arriving on Grand Bahama Island from Florida will dock at Lucaya Harbour, a suburb of Freeport. Freeport is the main city on Grand Bahama, an island in the northwest Bahamas off the Florida coast. Port Lucaya[…]
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Nassau & Paradise Island With the lure of a big city and the ease of tropical utopia, Nassau & Paradise Island are considered by many as, well, paradise. Nassau, the capital of The Bahamas, is a bustling metropolitan hub full[…]
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The capital of the Bahamas, Nassau, lies on the island of New Providence. Nassau is a popular cruise ship stop from Florida. The city has a hilly landscape and is known for its beaches as well as its offshore coral[…]
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