{"id":54608,"date":"2018-11-28T11:31:30","date_gmt":"2018-11-28T15:31:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/?p=54608"},"modified":"2026-02-27T12:41:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T18:41:09","slug":"top-new-years-cruises-from-florida","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2018\/11\/28\/top-new-years-cruises-from-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 New Years Cruises from Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Our Top Picks &#8211; New Years Cruises from Florida<\/h2>\n<p>Where will you be celebrating New Year&#8217;s Eve this year? Will you be standing in sub zero temperatures in Times Square, at a crowded party, sitting in front of the television with nachos, or will you be ringing in the New Year in the Caribbean, the Bahamas, or Panama on the deck of a fabulous cruise ship? The choice is yours, and here at <u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/\">CruiseExperts.com<\/a><\/u>, we are busy making arrangements for New Year cruises.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re not sure just what cruise best fits your time restraints and budget, call us at <a href=\"tel:18888042784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1.888.804.CRUISE (2784)<\/a>, and we will find the perfect fit for you. Whichever cruise you choose will be amazing with plenty of delicious food, great drinks, and lots of entertainment. If this is a family cruise, there are great celebratory activities for the kids too!<\/p>\n<p>Look at some of the following cruises to get an idea of how you can celebrate the New Year!<\/p>\n<h3><u>4 Night Carnival Western Caribbean Cruise Departing from Miami Dec. 27th &#8211; Returning Dec. 31st<\/u><\/h3>\n<p>This perfect shorter cruise leaves Miami and heads to Key West, the southernmost tip of the U.S., for it&#8217;s first stop. A photographer&#8217;s delight, Key West is replete with spectacular views and sea life. Then it&#8217;s on to beautiful Cozumel on the eastern coast of Mexico&#8217;s Yucat\u00e1n Peninsula.<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy sandy beaches, Mayan ruins, and quaint shops. Enjoy a full day at sea exploring your ship, the Carnival Sensation. There&#8217;s great food, bars and clubs, entertainment for everyone, including live music, Comedy Club, stage shows, Karaoke, and so much more. You&#8217;ll arrive back in Miami Dec. 31st.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Click here for more information on this sailing.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><u>11 Night Holland America Line Southern Caribbean Cruise Departing from Fort Lauderdale FL Dec. 26th &#8211; Returning Jan. 6th, 2019<\/u><\/h3>\n<p>After boarding your ship, the Zuiderdam, you&#8217;ll head to sea. Spend the next two days enjoying all your ship has to offer including America&#8217;s Test Kitchen (live cooking shows and hands-on workshops), try out your skills in the Casino, have a specialty cocktail while enjoying the band at B.B. King&#8217;s Blues Club, relax with a nice wine while enjoying chamber music at Lincoln Center Stage, enjoy a comedy performance at the Mainstage, and refresh and rejuvenate at the Greenhouse Spa and Salon before your first stop in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten.<\/p>\n<p>Your charming destination overflows with Dutch charm and hospitality. Then it is on to Castries, Saint Lucia where you&#8217;ll fall in love with palm-lined beaches and the busy outdoor market. Enjoy a day of cruising the beautiful Soufriere Bay before arriving in delightful Bridgetown, Barbados. Duty-free shopping is a big draw, and the shops are plentiful. Botanical gardens, museums, colonial architecture, and lots of iguanas will capture your attention in the next port at Fort-de-France, Martinique. Have your camera ready as your cruise past the amazing Mount Pel\u00e9e, an active volcano that last erupted in 1934. Experience West Indian, French and English influences on the islands of Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis (wheelchair access limited). Explore ancient British forts, galleries, casinos, and shops.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s on to St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Island where you can see Blackbeard&#8217;s Castle, visit the museum, relax on the beautiful beach, or enjoy a large number of other activities. Enjoy another fun-filled day at sea before arriving at beautiful Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas (wheelchair access limited) and return to Fort Lauderdale on Jan. 6th.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Click here for more information on this sailing.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals-from-Florida-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals-from-Florida-400x270.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals-from-Florida-400x270@2x.avif 800w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals-from-Florida.avif 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-54611\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals-from-Florida.jpg\" alt=\"new years cruise deals from Florida\" width=\"1000\" height=\"676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals-from-Florida.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals-from-Florida-400x270.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/picture><\/p>\n<h3><u>4 Night Norwegian Bahamas Cruise departing from Miami Dec. 26th &#8211; Returning Dec. 30th<\/u><\/h3>\n<p>Your four night cruise takes you from Miami to beautiful Key West on the Norwegian Sky before heading to Great Stirrup Cay with its beautiful walking path that hugs most of the beach. Then on to Nassau&#8217;s sandy beaches and pastel colored buildings. Return to Miami on Dec. 30th.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Click here for more information on this sailing.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><u>10 Night Princess Cruises Eastern Caribbean Cruise Departing from Fort Lauderdale Dec.27th &#8211; Returning Jan. 6th 2019<\/u><\/h3>\n<p>Your cruise on the Crown Princess begins with a stop in Princess Cays, Bahamas (wheelchair access limited). Enjoy a full day at sea before arriving in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. Antigua (sandy beaches) and St. Lucia (volcanic beaches) are beautiful ports, each with its own unique personality and plenty of photographic opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>Your stop at Barbados will charm you with botanical garden, stunning beaches, and wonderful shopping. Continue on to St. Kitts with its rain-forested mountains and multi-colored beaches of white, gray, and black sands. Spend two days at sea enjoying all the amenities the Crown Princess has to offer before returning to Ft. Lauderdale on Jan. 6th, 2019.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Click here for more information on this sailing.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><u>4 Night Royal Caribbean Cuba Cruise Departing from Fort Lauderdale Dec. 27th &#8211; Returning Dec. 31st<\/u><\/h3>\n<p>This bucket-list dream cruise on the Majesty of the Seas give you over 24 hours to immerse yourself in the unique Cuban culture, music, dance, and food. You&#8217;ll see classic cars and historic sites everywhere. Then it&#8217;s on To Nassau, Bahamas to enjoy its beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and shopping before returning to Fort Lauderdale on Dec. 31st.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Click here for more information on this sailing.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><u>4 Night Carnival Western Caribbean Cruise Departing from Tampa Dec. 27th &#8211; Returning Dec. 31st<\/u><\/h3>\n<p>There is a lot of fun to be had on the Carnival Paradise while on your way to fascinating Cozumel, Mexico. Cozumel means &#8220;Island of the Sparrows.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Modern tourist areas border traditional Caribbean neighborhoods, and there is a stunning contrast with the Mayan ruins. Spend another day of fun on board your ship before returning to Tampa Dec. 31st.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Click here for more information on this sailing.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-new-years-eve-cruises-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-new-years-eve-cruises-400x266.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-new-years-eve-cruises-400x266@2x.avif 800w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-new-years-eve-cruises.avif 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-54612\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-new-years-eve-cruises.jpg\" alt=\"best new years eve cruises\" width=\"1000\" height=\"664\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-new-years-eve-cruises.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-new-years-eve-cruises-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/picture><\/p>\n<h3><u>7 Night Disney Eastern Caribbean Cruise Departing from Port Canaveral Dec. 29th &#8211; Returning Jan. 5th, 2019<\/u><\/h3>\n<p>Your cruise on the Disney Fantasy will start with two fun-filled days at sea enjoying the water fun, entertainment, shopping, and delicious food. Tortola is the largest of the British Virgin Islands and features gorgeous white sand beaches. The American dollar is the local currency.<\/p>\n<p>The next port is St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Beautiful beaches and a history rich in pirate lore make this a favorite stop for cruises. Return to Port Canaveral on Jan. 5th.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Click here for more information on this sailing.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><u>7 Night Royal Caribbean Western Caribbean Cruise Departing from Tampa Dec. 30th &#8211; Returning Jan. 5th, 2019<\/u><\/h3>\n<p>Arrive at your first port, Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico to enjoy a taste of Mayan culture with pyramids, Mayan ruins, and temples, or spend your time on a sunny beach with your favorite beverage in hand. The it&#8217;s on to Belize where you will enjoy a charming blend of cultures, jungles, Mayan ruins, beautiful beaches, wonderful food, and unique shops.<\/p>\n<p>Roatan, Honduras is home to one of the top 25 beaches in the world and is part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Cozumel is home to beautiful white sand beaches, pink flamingos, Mayan ruins, and much more. Spend another day at sea before returning to Tampa Jan. 5th, 2019.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Click here for more information on this sailing.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><u>10 Night Princess Cruises Panama Canal Cruise Departing from Fort Lauderdale Dec. 30th &#8211; Returning January 9th, 2019<\/u><\/h3>\n<p>Your cruise on the Island Princess begins with an exciting day at sea and then on to your first port of Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Surrounding this port town are waterfalls, rivers, and a rain forest. It&#8217;s on to Cartagena, Colombia. The walled Old Town, founded in the 16th century, features cobblestone streets and colonial buildings. The Panama Canal is an amazing engineering feat that you will remember for years to come.<\/p>\n<p>Colon, Panama is at the entrance to the canal, and the Canal Observation Center has excellent viewing platforms over Atlantic locks and Gat\u00fan Lake. Your next port of Limon, Costa Rica is a beautifully pristine and lush region. Next you will arrive in Grand Cayman to enjoy beautiful beaches, coral reef, and quaint shops (limited wheelchair access). Return to Ft. Lauderdale Jan. 9th, 2019.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Click here for more information on this sailing.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><u>6 Night Royal Caribbean Cuba Cruise Departing from Miami Dec. 31st &#8211; Returning Jan. 6th, 2019<\/u><\/h3>\n<p>Sail on Royal Caribbean&#8217;s Empress of the Seas for your dream trip to Havana, Cuba. Leave Miami and stop first at Key West FL and then on to Havana. Smoke a Cuban cigar, dance to the music, and enjoy traditional Cuban food.<\/p>\n<p>Then it&#8217;s on to Georgetown, Grand Caymen before returning to Miami January 6th 2019.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Click here for more information on this sailing.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>Here at CruiseExperts.com we are ready to find the perfect New Year cruise for you and your loved ones. Give us a call today at <a href=\"tel:18888042784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1.888.804.CRUISE (2784)<\/a> and let us help you find the best deal for your budget. We can help you with all your cruise-related questions, and we love doing it. 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The new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/resource-center\/resource-center.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Resource Center<\/a> gives you all the &#8220;expert&#8221; knowledge you&#8217;ll need for your next cruise or cruise tour!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals-400x267.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals-400x267@2x.avif 800w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals.avif 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-54613\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals.jpg\" alt=\"new years cruise deals\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/new-years-cruise-deals-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/picture><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our Top Picks &#8211; New Years Cruises from Florida Where will you be celebrating New Year&#8217;s Eve this year? 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