Miami Cruises

Miami is one of the most beautiful and popular cities in the world, and it is also one of the best destinations to start or finish your next cruise. In today's guide we shall give you some general information about cruises to and from Miami.

Why Miami for your Cruise Destination?

Miami is widely referred to as the 'Cruise Capital of the World', and it's easy to see why! With over 4 million passengers and 18 cruise ships departing from Miami's port each year, it is clearly the place to be.

Due to handling so many passengers each year for such a long time, Miami has fantastic facilities for its passengers both prior to embarking and after disembarking the vessels that stop there. The port is cram-packed full of dining options, shops, cafes and more to ensure that you enjoy every second that you spend in Miami.

Miami is a beautiful city and what better excuse to visit it than to go on a cruise!

What Cruise Destinations are there to and from Miami?

Miami is the gateway to the Caribbean, and is the perfect place to start your Caribbean or Bahamas cruise from mainland USA.

There are cruises to and from a huge amount of destinations from Miami, however the Caribbean and Bahamas are the most popular choices. There are dozens of islands in this beautiful region that are popular stops for cruise ships departing from Miami.

Popular islands include: Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Antigua, Barbados and the Dominican Republic to name just a few.

You can also cruise into Miami from ports across Mexico and Latin America and vice versa. Many people incorporate both a trip to Latin America and the Caribbean islands into their cruise package.

You don't need to limit yourself to the Caribbean region however. Many cruises departing from Miami can take you as far as Africa, Asia, Europe and South America. The opportunities are almost endless. Many international cruise passengers choose to finish their round-the-world cruises in the port of Miami as it is a fantastic place to begin exploring the beautiful USA.

Popular Cruises to and From Miami

Miami is the eighth busiest port in the world, and the busiest cruise port in the world. It is home to eight of the world's top cruiser lines along with their 26 cruise ships.

Some of the most popular and well-established cruise lines heading to and from Miami include: Carnival Cruise Lines, Azamara Cruise Lines, Celebrity Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Lines.

The length and style of cruises vary between cruise companies and specific cruises. Whether you want a short 4-day whirlwind cruise around the Bahamas, an 18 day cruise taking in all the sites of the east-coast of Latin America or you want to spend 6 months traveling the world - then there is a cruise for you.

While the standard cruises that appeal to all age groups and budgets are generally the most popular, there are also more niche cruises to appeal to those with differing tastes. Why not try a singles cruise or an over-50's cruise?

How to get to Miami's Cruise Port

If you are planning on starting your cruise from Miami, then you may be wondering how you are going to get there. Fortunately, the Port of Miami is very well connected to transport and is just a few miles east of Miami International Airport.

Passengers fly into the international airport from across the USA and the world to enjoy the cruise opportunities from Miami.

If you are driving, there is parking at the Port of Miami and you pay prior to embarking your cruise vessel. Cash and credit card payments are accepted.

How to Book a Cruise to or from Miami

Booking a cruise to or from Miami is easy, no matter where in the world you are. There are hundreds of cruise companies that are more than happy to speak to you about all their cruise options.

The internet is becoming a very popular place to book cruises to or from Miami, and you can often get discount prices when booking online. Have a browse of the internet and see what deals you can get on your next Miami cruise!