Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale is a bustling seafront city filled with beautiful beaches, picturesque canals, and a historic riverfront promenade which offers you endless options for shopping and dining. Just a short ways from the cruise port is Everglades National Park, one of the most breathtaking natural areas in the United States. Take an airboat ride or hike along a boardwalk to see a stunning variety of tropical flowers, birds, and reptiles up close – including, of course, the famous Florida alligator. The Fort Lauderdale cruise port, also known as Port Everglades, is the perfect starting point for your Caribbean cruise adventure.
Cruises from Fort Lauderdale
Cruises from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) typically sail to popular Caribbean cruise destinations, such as Mexico, the Bahamas, and Central America. More adventurous travelers may want to try a transatlantic cruise, or else sail through the Panama Canal.
Other popular Florida cruise ports include Miami, Port Canaveral, and Tampa.
What cruise lines depart from Fort Lauderdale?
Fort Lauderdale is the home port to many ships from major cruise lines. You’ll find cruise ships by Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruises, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, and Celebrity Cruises. Several luxury cruise lines also depart from Fort Lauderdale, including Crystal Cruises, Silversea Cruises, and the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.
Best time to cruise from Fort Lauderdale
A tropical destination, Fort Lauderdale is served by cruise ships year-round. If you want guaranteed good weather, then the best options are between December and April. However, even between April and November, the sun normally shines and the temperature is normally pleasantly warm.
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