Panama Canal Epic – Cartagena & Acapulco

About this cruise

If you've got 18 nights to work with, this sailing from New York on April 14, 2028 through Puerto Plata (Amber Cove), Cartagena and Colon, with additional stops along the Caribbean is genuinely one of the better ways to spend them. You wind up in San Francisco, so it's worth planning a night or two there. You ease into this one, with a few sea days up front to find your rhythm before the 8 port calls start. Crossing 7 borders through the Caribbean: Dominican Republic, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico and United States. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. San Francisco stands out. It's Golden Gate views and sourdough soul. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Norwegian Bliss takes the food seriously, with 18 restaurants to choose from. 7 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. The longer time on board means you'll catch several shows, themed nights, and start feeling like a regular at your favourite bar. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. Timing-wise, spring usually means comfortable temperatures and lower prices than peak season. All in all, it's a solid trip.