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Cruises Leaving From Norfolk, Virginia

Fans of ships and sailing know that the ocean can be a great road to travel for a vacation. By floating your way to new sites and cities, you get the benefit of beautiful scenery and, in the case of cruise ships, your meals, activities, entertainment, shopping and accommodations all in one place. The port town of Norfolk, Virginia, offers cruise and sailing enthusiasts multiple opportunities to get their sea legs, from a few hours' sailing to a week-long vacation out of the country.

Carnival
- Carnival offers cruisers who depart from Norfolk a six-day cruise to the Bahamas aboard the Carnival Glory. Interior (no window), ocean view and balcony and suire cabins are available. Cruisers stop in Nassau and Freeport, where in-port excursions include the Atlantis Aquaventure, Blue Lagoon Private Island Getaway and Nassau Harley in Paradise tour. While on board the Carnival Glory, unwind at the ship's Jacuzzis, spa, pools (including an adults-only area), water slide and fitness center, or dance the night away in one of many bars, lounges and night clubs. The ship offers a casino, shops, art gallery, library and computer room. Diners can feast around the clock, choosing from casual and fast fare, daily buffets, gourmet multi-course meals, and room service.
  
  Carnival Cruise Line
  888-227-6482
  carnival.com
Royal Caribbean
- Cruisers board Royal Caribbean's Enchantment of the Seas out of Norfolk and set sail on five-night trip to Bermuda. The ship docks for two days in Kings Wharf, Bermuda, where passengers can visit the Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda Aquarium, take in some calypso music, head out on a starlit night cruise, kayak on the Paradise Lakes, hunt for shark's teeth on the beach, bargain for 14-karat gold or play a round of golf. Back on board, adventure enthusiasts can try the ship's bungee trampolines and suspension bridges or simply relax in the day spa or at the pool. Cabins include inside, ocean view, balcony and suites. Cruisers can dine at a Latin-themed restaurant, coffee house or buffet.
  
  Royal Caribbean
  866-562-7625
  royalcaribbean.com
American Rover Tall Ship Cruises
- The American Rover offer sailors a different spin on cruising, with day trips (90-minute to two-hour public tours or private charters) aboard a tall ship. Cruises are narrated and can carry up to 149 passengers. The ship offers two lounges, bathrooms, a bar and a store. The American Rover sails from May to October, with multiple sailings in the warmer months. Children are welcome on day tours, while evening moonlight cruises are for ages 21 and up. The ship sails by sites such as Battleship Wisconsin, the Portsmouth Naval Hospital, Old Fort Norfolk and the Coast Guard Station.
  
  American Rover
  333 Waterside Drive
  Norfolk, VA 23510
  757-627-7245
  americanrover.com