Starboard Side – Puerto Plata & Half Moon Cay

About this cruise

You leave Port Canaveral on May 9, 2026 and come back 5 nights later with a tan and a few good stories. The route visits Nassau, Half Moon Cay and Celebration Key. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. The Bahamas are close enough for a quick trip and warm enough that it always feels worth it. You get around 8 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, Carnival Freedom keeps you well fed. 9 places to eat, with 6 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. If you're new to cruising, this length is ideal. Long enough to relax, short enough to not over-commit. A May departure catches that sweet window of warm-enough weather before the summer rush. 5 nights of not thinking about anything except where to eat next. That's the pitch.