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Bahamas

A Bahamas cruise is a short, sunny escape from Florida, with turquoise water, Nassau's colourful streets and private island beach days. Most sailings last only a few nights, which makes them easy to add to a Florida theme park or beach holiday. It is a simple introduction to cruising for families.

Best time to go

December to April for the driest weather. Summer is hotter, and the hurricane season runs from June to November.

Season

Year-round.

Typical daytime highs

  • Winter and spring (December to April). Typical daytime highs around 24 to 27°C in winter and spring (December to April). Warm, sunny and drier.
  • Summer and autumn (May to November). Typical daytime highs around 29 to 32°C in summer and autumn (May to November). Hot and humid, with a risk of tropical storms.

These are typical ranges, not a forecast.

How long

Usually 3 to 5 nights.

Fly-cruise airports

  • Miami International (MIA). about 9 hours 30 minutes to 10 hours
  • Orlando International (MCO). about 9 hours 30 minutes
  • New York JFK (JFK). about 8 hours

Who it suits

Families, first-time cruisers and anyone adding a short cruise to a Florida holiday.

Questions

How long are Bahamas cruises?

Most are short, typically 3 to 5 nights from Florida.

Can I combine a Bahamas cruise with Orlando?

Yes. Port Canaveral is about an hour from Orlando, so a short cruise fits well with a theme park stay.

What is a private island stop?

Some cruise lines have their own Bahamian islands, such as Coco Cay, Great Stirrup Cay and Ocean Cay, set up for beach days.

Ports and places