Caribbean Getaway – Nassau & Puerto Plata

About this cruise

7 nights, 3 ports, all from Port Canaveral on March 14, 2026. The route visits Nassau, Ocean Cay and Puerto Plata (Amber Cove) and the whole thing just flows. The final stretch is open ocean, which gives you time to process everything you've seen and use the ship one last time. The Bahamas are close enough for a quick trip and warm enough that it always feels worth it. You get around 9 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, MSC Grandiosa takes the food seriously, with 6 restaurants to choose from. 1 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Port Canaveral has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. A March departure catches that sweet window of warm-enough weather before the summer rush. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 7-night sailing is a strong place to start.