tango55 Posted February 10, 2014 #1 Share Posted February 10, 2014 Hi there. We'll be flying to Florida later this year and were going to rent a car and drive to Key West. I see there is a 4 nite cruise on the majesty of the seas that goes there and the price is quite reasonable. There is also a 5 nite on Celebrity. Is it worth it to take a cruise to go there or would it be better to drive? Also is the 4 nite cruise just a party cruise or will we actually be able to enjoy it? We're a couple in our late 50's who have done 14 previous cruises, just nothing short like these. Thanks in advance, Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
setsail Posted February 10, 2014 #2 Share Posted February 10, 2014 who have done 14 previous cruises, Thanks in advance, Terry Then you know ships only spend partial days in port. Its your call, how much time do you want to spend there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeywestK Posted February 10, 2014 #3 Share Posted February 10, 2014 Key West is one of my favorite places (ergo my CC username:)) and I'm happy with any time I get to spend there. That said, the cruise ships typically make that a very short port day, sometimes leaving as early as mid-afternoon. Some sailings stay until late afternoon/early evening. Key West comes alive starting in the early evening, with Celebrating Sunset on the waterfront of Mallory Square. It's an event every single day. So the vibe is very different when you are there for a few hours as a port stop, versus staying there for a few days. If you have the option to cruise out of either Miami or Ft. Lauderdale, you can rent a car and drive the Keys (should be on everyone's bucket list!) and extend your cruise vacation that way. I promise, you won't regret it:):cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houstoncruisers2001 Posted February 10, 2014 #4 Share Posted February 10, 2014 Given the option, i'd rather drive there and spend a few days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfer1966 Posted February 10, 2014 #5 Share Posted February 10, 2014 I love cruising, but I dont think 6 hrs in Key West is enough for me. If given the choice, Id drive too and spend the time there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comxkid Posted February 10, 2014 #6 Share Posted February 10, 2014 Hi there. We'll be flying to Florida later this year and were going to rent a car and drive to Key West. I see there is a 4 nite cruise on the majesty of the seas that goes there and the price is quite reasonable. There is also a 5 nite on Celebrity. Is it worth it to take a cruise to go there or would it be better to drive? Also is the 4 nite cruise just a party cruise or will we actually be able to enjoy it? We're a couple in our late 50's who have done 14 previous cruises, just nothing short like these. Thanks in advance, Terry If you truly want to immerse yourself in Key West, drive and spend a couple of nights. As mentioned, the cruise ships tend to have a very short day there and that is not enough time to enjoy the island fully. Lastly, the 4 night cruises tend to attract a younger and more rowdy crowd if that is a concern for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LMaxwell Posted February 10, 2014 #7 Share Posted February 10, 2014 How much time would you be able to spend in Key West if you drove? Would you planning to stay in Key West or another area of the keys? If so I might consider staying somewhere in the Keys and touring a bit. Not just Key West, but other great areas like Bahia Honda state park, maybe a night in Key Largo (QUIET! Relaxing). Many good eateries, road side stands, nature walks, etc. along the road. If you were going to rent a car just to go to KW for a day I'd take the cruise. Just depends what you are looking to do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berylde Posted February 10, 2014 #8 Share Posted February 10, 2014 Also a 5 nighter on Vision of the Seas, includes Key West Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCWalton1 Posted February 10, 2014 #9 Share Posted February 10, 2014 Given the option, i'd rather drive there and spend a few days. I love cruising, but I dont think 6 hrs in Key West is enough for me. If given the choice, Id drive too and spend the time there. Having spent part of a day there on Jewel I agree with driving there. We left the ship as soon as we could, stopped for lunch before walking around to see some of the sight and barely got back in time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouhunter Posted February 10, 2014 #10 Share Posted February 10, 2014 Given the option, i'd rather drive there and spend a few days. This is definitely the way to go:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molly361 Posted February 10, 2014 #11 Share Posted February 10, 2014 From someone who lived in the Keys for 30 years (me:D) I also say drive and spend a few days there. It is a BEAUTIFUL drive down!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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