Tropical Haven – Key West & Nassau

About this cruise

There's a reason 8-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Galveston on September 5, 2026 and visits Key West, Celebration Key, Half Moon Cay and Nassau. The final stretch is open ocean, which gives you time to process everything you've seen and use the ship one last time. 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, From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, Carnival Dream has 11 dining spots on board, most of them included. A September sailing dodges the peak crowds while the weather is still cooperating. Well timed. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 8-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.