Maritime Spire – Boston, Halifax & Sydney

About this cruise

The kind of trip that's easy to say yes to and hard to regret. 9 nights from New York on October 14, 2027, visiting Boston, Portland, Saint John, Halifax and Sydney. Expect a run of consecutive ports, 5 stops total, with the busiest days packed close together. The sea days around them feel earned. Lighthouses, clam chowder, and cold Atlantic air. The East Coast at its most itself. Don't rush through Boston, which is known as Freedom Trail, clam chowder, and cobblestones. Roughly 9 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Independence Of The Seas keeps you well fed. 12 places to eat, with 5 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in New York before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And October is a good call. Still warm, less crowded, and usually cheaper too. All told, 5 ports across 9 nights covers a lot.