Bahama Cruise out of New Jersey.

Greetings !

We have been on a Caribbean cruise in the past and really enjoyed it. 4 ports. We are now planning a cruise out of New Jersey for the Bahamas. The only port, that has me worried some...is the Orlando (Port Canaveral). This looks like a port, that we cannot 'walk off' and do the walking to the shops, etc. Not interested in seeing Mickey and Gang...as we have seen them in the past. I see what Royal Caribbean has to offer....Would anyone like to add suggestions, or maybe share their experiences of what they did at this port ? Thanks Sparky

Kennedy Space Center, beach, airboat tour... The one thing I wouldn’t do is walk off the ship in Nassau without a plan. There are things to do, beautiful beaches, walking tours, places to visit, but the immediate area by the port is pretty much a dump with lots of locals harassing you.

Thank You. That is the impression that I am getting. We have spent time in Florida in the past, so I can't see us wanting to take in a tour. May just 'stay on the boat'. :confused:

Greetings !

We have been on a Caribbean cruise in the past and really enjoyed it. 4 ports. We are now planning a cruise out of New Jersey for the Bahamas. The only port, that has me worried some...is the Orlando (Port Canaveral). This looks like a port, that we cannot 'walk off' and do the walking to the shops, etc. Not interested in seeing Mickey and Gang...as we have seen them in the past. I see what Royal Caribbean has to offer....Would anyone like to add suggestions, or maybe share their experiences of what they did at this port ? Thanks Sparky

We usually stay on the boat for the first few hours after it docks. Then we'll take a cab over to one of the restaurants on the water and enjoy some food and drinks. There are a few to choose from - Rusty's, Fishlips and Grills

Greetings !

We have been on a Caribbean cruise in the past and really enjoyed it. 4 ports. We are now planning a cruise out of New Jersey for the Bahamas. The only port, that has me worried some...is the Orlando (Port Canaveral). This looks like a port, that we cannot 'walk off' and do the walking to the shops, etc. Not interested in seeing Mickey and Gang...as we have seen them in the past. I see what Royal Caribbean has to offer....Would anyone like to add suggestions, or maybe share their experiences of what they did at this port ? Thanks Sparky

Can anyone recommend a good hotel..near the Cape Liberty cruise terminal ? We have been staying in Troy Parsippany area...in the past...

Can anyone recommend a good hotel..near the Cape Liberty cruise terminal ? We have been staying in Troy Parsippany area...in the past...

Ask on the east coast departure board.

East coast departure board ? Where would i go to find that ?

East coast departure board ? Where would i go to find that ?

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