Short Ocean Escape – Great Stirrup Cay, Nassau & Miami

About this cruise

It's the kind of trip that's easy to say yes to. 4 nights from Miami on May 22, 2028, visiting Great Stirrup Cay and Nassau. 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. Most ports give you about 10 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Norwegian Aqua joined the Norwegian Cruise Line's lineup in 2025. Still has that new-ship feel. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Miami has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. A spring departure helps too: decent weather and a calmer feel at each port. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 4-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.