Pearl of the Bahamas – Freeport & Great Stirrup Cay

About this cruise

4 nights, 2 ports, one very easy decision. This one heads out of Jacksonville on March 26, 2027 and visits Freeport and Great Stirrup Cay. With 2 port days and 1 at sea, there's room for each stop to breathe. The Bahamas are close enough for a quick trip and warm enough that it always feels worth it. Around 8 hours per port on average, so pick your priorities beforehand. As for the ship itself, From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, Norwegian Dawn has 14 dining spots on board, most of them included. A spring departure helps too: decent weather and a calmer feel at each port. You start in Jacksonville and come back with stories from Freeport and Great Stirrup Cay.