Located 600 miles off the coast of North Carolina, Bermuda is made up of 181 islands, with the eight major ones linked by bridges. The oldest British colony, Bermuda retains much of the British influence yet has a culture all its own. Laid-back and proper at the same time, Bermuda offers visitors fine shopping, water activities and cultural adventures. The island has three ports for cruise ships, including Hamilton and St. George's, but larger vessels tend to use Kings Wharf because it has deeper waters.
Royal Caribbean operates a five-night cruise from Baltimore to Kings Wharf on its ship Enchantment of the Seas. The ship has a spa, casino, rock climbing wall, bungee trampolines, Boleros (a Latin-theme lounge) and a Ben & Jerry's ice cream shop. The ship docks for a day and a half in Bermuda and offers a number of shore excursions for purchase. Days at sea are filled with activities such as bingo, scavenger hunts and dances. Rates start at $409 per person and go up to $1,300 per person based on sail date and cabin type.
Royal Caribbean International
1050 Caribbean Way
Miami, FL 33132-2096
866-562-7625
royalcaribbean.com
The Carnival cruise ship Carnival Pride sails from Baltimore to Kings Wharf for a seven-day cruise. With one full and two half-days in Bermuda, guests get the opportunity to really explore the island. Three days at sea provide ample time to explore all the ship has to offer, including the spa, casino, water slides, nine-hole mini-golf course, sports bar and comedy club. Rates vary from $509 to $1,600 per person based on sail date and cabin type.
Carnival Cruise Lines
3655 NW 87th Ave.
Miami, FL 33178
888-227-6482
carnival.com
