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Bahamas & Short Getaways

The lowest-commitment way to try cruising — 2 to 5 nights from Florida.

Best time to sail: Year-round

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Routes and what they're like

RouteTypical portsCharacter
NassauCapital, beaches, fortsWalkable from the terminal
FreeportQuieter, beach-focusedOften paired with Nassau
Private islandsLine-owned beach destinationsIncluded on most short sailings

When to go

SeasonOperates year-round; winter is driest. Short itineraries can often be re-routed around weather more easily than long ones.

Season data is verified against national meteorological and park sources. Monthly climate detail is being added — see the sources block on each page for what has been checked and when.

Common home ports

MiamiFort LauderdalePort CanaveralPalm BeachJacksonville
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Sources

Facts are compiled independently from primary sources. Conditions vary year to year — confirm details that matter with the agency booking your trip.