Carnival cruise line offers two-day cruises "to nowhere." Guests can enjoy all the amenities and entertainment of the Carnival Glory cruise ship without actually going to a destination; the ship simply sails out to sea for a day before heading back to port. The Carnival Glory features four lodging options: interior, ocean view, balcony and suite. With pools, a casino, a spa and numerous dining options, this mini-vacation opportunity is perfect for those looking for a change of pace. Current scheduled departure dates are Oct. 23, 2010, and Oct. 22, 2011.
The Carnival Glory also takes five- and six-day cruises to the Bahamas out of Norfolk, Virginia. With ports of call at Nassau, Freeport and Half Moon Cay, travelers can get a real taste of the Bahamas. In addition to the amenities offered on the ship, guests can choose from dozens of organized shore excursion opportunities such as scuba diving, swimming with dolphins at Atlantis or taking tours of the islands. Six-day cruises that stop in Nassau and Freeport are scheduled for Oct. 17, 2010, Oct. 25, 2010, and Oct. 24, 2011. The other six-day cruise option, which stops in Half Moon Cay and Freeport, departs May 29, 2011.
Fans of Carnival can also choose the six-day Bermuda cruise, which travels to King's Wharf. With only two days to enjoy all that King's Wharf has to offer, guests can choose from numerous shore excursion adventures such as snorkeling, kayaking, tanning and sailing. Those who want to keep their feet on the ground can explore the island on bikes, trolley train, carriage and even a Segway. This cruise departs Norfolk on Oct. 16, 2011.
The Royal Caribbean cruise line also offers a five-night Bermuda cruise that departs from Norfolk. Aboard the Enchantment of the Seas, guests will travel from Norfolk to King's Wharf, Bermuda. The ship can house almost 2,500 passengers in ocean view and interior staterooms, which have two twin beds, although additional Pullman beds are available in some rooms. Passengers can enjoy multiple pools, a fitness center, spa, casino, bungee trampoline and rock climbing wall onboard. This cruise typically sets sail in May and June.
The most extensive cruise offered out of Norfolk, the Royal Caribbean's nine-night cruise to the Caribbean, stops at San Juan, Puerto Rico; St Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; Samana, Dominican Republic; and Labadee, Haiti. With cruises offered in May and June, this summer cruise option explores some of the prettiest ports in the Caribbean.
