Coconut Coast – Bimini & Nassau

About this cruise

If you want the classic cruise without a massive time commitment, this is a strong option. 6 nights from Norfolk on September 13, 2026, visiting Bimini, Nassau and Celebration Key. There's a stretch of back-to-back port days, so those days are busy, but the sea days around them give you time to recharge. The Bahamas are close enough for a quick trip and warm enough that it always feels worth it. Most ports give you about 8 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Carnival Sunshine takes the food seriously, with 15 restaurants to choose from. 8 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. Norfolk has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. Being shoulder season helps: golden light, comfortable weather, and shorter queues at the popular spots. You start in Norfolk and come back with stories from Bimini, Nassau and Celebration Key.