WEEKEND CRUISES FROM FLORIDA

weekend cruises from florida

weekend cruises from florida

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Getaway Cruise from Fort Lauderdale ...

Here are some of the best weekend (1–3 night) cruise options departing from Florida:




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Royal Caribbean – 2‑Night “Perfect Day” Getaway (Fort Lauderdale)

  • Departs Friday evening from Port Everglades, returns Sunday early morning.

  • Includes a full day at their private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay – beaches, waterpark, over‑water cabanas, and balloon rides

  • Onboard: Oasis of the Seas, recently “amplified” with tons of entertainment, slides, pools, bars, shows – and pricing starts around US $338–$349/person


Celebrity Cruises – 3‑Day Bahamas Getaway

  • Leaves from Fort Lauderdale or Port Canaveral.

  • Stops typically include Nassau, Bimini or Key West in the Bahamas – great for snorkeling, beaches, food adventure

  • Perfect mix of onboard luxury dining, spa time, and island exploring.


Norwegian Cruise Line – 2‑Night Weekend Voyages

  • These mini cruises from Miami or Port Canaveral offer dinner, shows, spa, casino, open bar deals

  • Ideal for a lively, party‑oriented escape with flexible pricing.


MSC Cruises – Weekend to Bahamas & Private Island

  • Sailing from Miami or Port Canaveral to Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve.

  • Eco‑friendly private island with overnight stays, light shows, snorkeling

  • A refreshing alternative to the more mainstream Royal/‌Norwegian experiences.


Margaritaville at Sea – Chill 2‑Night Party Cruise

  • Departs Port Palm Beach/Tampa to Bahamas or Key West.

  • Resort‑style, laid‑back vibe with music & casual bars – ideal for beach lovers






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Cruise Line Duration Departure Port Highlights Approx. Starting Price
Royal Caribbean 2 nights Fort Lauderdale Private island, slides, waterpark, shows ~US $338
Celebrity Cruises 3 nights Fort Lauderdale / PC Bahamas stops, luxury dining, spa varies
Norwegian Cruise Line 2 nights Miami / Port Canaveral Shows, casino, open bar deals moderate
MSC Cruises 2–3 nights Miami / PC Ocean Cay eco‑resort island moderate
Margaritaville at Sea 2 nights Palm Beach / Tampa Resort vibe, casual fun, live music moderate





Tips for Booking



  • Port choice matters: Fort Lauderdale gives you access to Oasis class ships like Oasis of the Seas. Port Canaveral often hosts newer ships such as Utopia of the Seas

  • Itinerary focus: Want maximum time on private islands? Choose Royal Caribbean or MSC. Prefer port hopping? Go with Celebrity.

  • weekend cruises from florida

  • Weekend budget: Cruises are priced per person, double occupancy. Royal Caribbean’s weekend trips can start from ~US $338/person, though amenities could increase cost .






Let me know if you’d like a deep dive into any specific cruise line, cabin recommendations, pricing for your travel dates, or help finding available sailings!

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