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Bahamas Cruise
Several of the islands of The Bahamas have become popular cruise destinations for travelers, especially on shorter cruises. Cruises-Bahamas are popular because there are plenty of features and activities for everyone
to enjoy during the journey, but they also stop in at some of the most popular locales in The Bahamas such as Nassau and Disney's private island Castaway Cay.
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Cruises-Bahamas can last one day, a week, or longer, but nearly all stop at either Freeport or Nassau. Some stop at both of these ports and even at some private islands. As a first-time cruiser, you may want to begin with a shorter trip. If you're a seasoned cruiser, you may advance to a seven-to-ten-day cruise, which offers the opportunity for twice as many island stops.
Travelers who want to participate in the cruise's pre-planned shore excursions can find activities such as scuba diving, horseback riding, golfing, and scenic tours. However, if you'd like to spend some time on your own exploring The Bahamas, you'll need to plan accordingly. Excursions typically cost an additional $25(USD) to $100(USD), and you can choose them when you book your ticket, or after you're onboard. Don't forget, though, these excursions have limited space.
If your cruise to the Bahamas doesn't offer shore excursions that interest you, there are plenty of other options that aren't on cruise-organized tours. Commune with nature at sites such as Lucayan National Park or Rand Memorial Nature Centre. Gamble at the Royal Oasis Resort & Casino. Shop at the world-famous International Bazaar. Or spend a little time tanning on one of the famous beaches from Xanadu to Gold Rock Beach.
Nassau is the top docking spot for cruise ships in The Bahamas and is near famous beaches, luxury resorts, and popular spots such as Cable Beach and Paradise Island. Nassau also has an added bonus that Grand Bahama does not: The historic district of Nassau offers colonial history alongside duty-free shops and golfing. Cruise ships stop at the Prince George Wharf near Rawson Square, right in the center of the city near the Straw Market.
Nassau is a great place to skip the shore excursions and simply explore the city on your own or with a guided tour. Travelers may want to take in the Junkanoo Expo, a revival of the traditional Boxing Day (December 26) festival in the islands. Casinos, beaches and shopping are other popular options.
Travelers to Freeport on Grand Bahama Island will find that it's not as glamorous as Nassau, but is much more urban. The unusual part about landing at Freeport is that the cruise ship deposits you away from activities and attractions. A $10(USD) taxi trip for two takes you to Freeport. A branch of the Grand Bahama Tourist Board is near the docks to answer your questions.
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Cruise Lines: Carnival Cruises-Bahamas • Celebrity Cruises-Bahamas • Cunard Cruises-Bahamas • Disney Crusies-Bahamas •
Holland America Cruises-Bahamas • Msc Cruises Crusies-Bahamas • Norwegian NCL Cruises-Bahamas •
Princess Cruises-Bahamas • Royal Caribbean Cruises-Bahamas
Cabins
There are two types of cabins available to travelers on most cruises.
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Run of the ship:
Less expensive, but not assigned until the week of departure, these cabins allow you to choose an inside or outside cabin, but not a specific one.
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The exact cabin you request and pay for, but a slightly more expensive option because of this guarantee.
Some additional guidelines for selecting a room:
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Keep money and valuables safely hidden in your room and always lock your cabin door. Avoid carrying unnecessary cash around the ship.
•Confirm the view you'll have in an outside cabin - make sure you're getting what you expect.
If you are subject to motion sickness, consider a cabin on the lower decks. The further into the middle of the ship you are, the less ship movements you'll feel.
Avoid booking cabins in particularly noisy areas, such as close proximity to anchors, bars, casinos, elevators, engine rooms, gyms, nightclubs, public rooms, stairways, pools and hot tubs, theaters, or thrusters.
There are more options in cabin selections based upon budgets and ships classes. It is important to understand
what type of cabin you are selecting, how large the cabin is and what view you will have. It is encouraged to always book
a room with a balcony whenever possible. The balcony gives you some extra square footage as well as your own
private outdoor getaway.
Cruises-Bahamas can be an extremely enjoyable trip. Cruises to the Bahamas are great for short journeys. You can leave
from a number of Ports out of Florida. Cruises-Bahamas leave from Port Canaveral, West Palm Beach and Miami. For Florida
locals, this close proximity makes a cruise to the Bahamas easy and relaxing.
Cruise to Bahamas
A cruise to the Bahamas is a truly easy cruise to take if you live in Florida. This Bahamas cruise can be launched from a number of
Floridian ports of call. Some of these are as follows: Miami, Cape Canveral and Fort Myers. A Bahamas cruise leads to short travel time
to the prot for many Florida residents.
A cruise to the Bahamas is a perfect cruise for those living in Florida looking for a short 3 night trip tojust get away
for a few days and relax. You will find the Bahamas full of activities for all travelers. You can shop, hang out on the beach,
visit Atlantis or just relax on the ship. You options are endless.
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Best Bahamas Cruise Ships:
The ships are rated on a scale from 1-6. The ratings have been taken
from independant sources.
• Disney Wonder 6.0
• Carnival Fascination 4.0
• Carnival Pride 4.0
• Norwegian Sky 6.0
• Majesty of The Seas 5.0
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