Shimmering Reach – Amber Cove & Bahamas

About this cruise

You sail from Miami on September 19, 2026 and spend 7 nights visiting Puerto Plata (Amber Cove), San Juan and Ocean Cay. It's a well-tested route and there's a reason people keep booking it. That gives you 3 days in port and 3 at sea, enough of each to find a rhythm. The Caribbean route takes in Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico and Bahamas, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Most ports give you about 11 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, MSC World America launched in 2025, so everything on board is still new. You can tell. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. Being shoulder season helps: golden light, comfortable weather, and shorter queues at the popular spots. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 7-night sailing is a strong place to start.