Short Ocean Escape – Castaway Cay, Nassau & Fort Lauderdale

About this cruise

This is the kind of trip that just works. 3 nights from Fort Lauderdale, visiting Disney Castaway Cay and Nassau, sailing September 18, 2026, and nothing about it feels forced. Every single day is a port day. 2 stops with no sea days in between. You're busy from start to finish. The Bahamas are close enough for a quick trip and warm enough that it always feels worth it. Most ports give you about 9 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Disney Destiny launched in 2025, so everything on board is still new. You can tell. Being shoulder season helps: golden light, comfortable weather, and shorter queues at the popular spots. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 3-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.