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• Margaritaville at Sea Islander Review
• Wyndham Opens Dominican Republic All-Inclusive, Plans Second Resort in Punta Cana
• Night Cozumel
• Taino Beach Snork...
• Margaritaville at Sea Islander Will Debut New Dining Venues, Bars and Lounges
• Breezy Balcony Staterooms
• KEEP THE PARTY GOING: A Tribute To Jimmy Buffett

And while everything onboard is hard to leave, you can plan your Bahamas shore excursion when you’re ready to enjoy gorgeous white-sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. Discover our Bahamas cruise itineraries to begin planning your perfect floating island vacation. The Margaritaville at Sea Islander is the newest and flagship resort at sea perfectly designed to transport cruisers on fun-soaked escapes to an island state of mind. Sailing Summer 2024 from Port Tampa Bay to Key West and Mexico on 4- and 5-night cruise itineraries.

Margaritaville at Sea Islander Review

Still, the ship is compact compared to a modern-day megaship, and there's certainly enough onboard to keep you occupied. In fact, we found the two-day trip somewhat chaotic; with such limited time, passengers are packing in as much as they can, leaning to a fast-paced, occasionally frenzied, vibe. Part of the Jimmy Buffett/Margaritaville vibe is that anything goes, as long as you remain laid back.

Wyndham Opens Dominican Republic All-Inclusive, Plans Second Resort in Punta Cana

Margaritaville at Sea brings Margaritaville’s iconic hospitality to the open ocean for a floating offshore vacation experience. On board, guests can relax and unwind in casual-luxe comfort, featuring both ocean view and interior staterooms, along with beautifully appointed balcony suites dressed in nautical details and colors inspired by the sea, sand, and sky. Among the passenger decks, guests can enjoy endless entertainment and several dining venues, while bars and lounges provide non-stop excitement. A regulation-sized pickleball court, kid’s clubs, action-packed casino, pools, hot tubs, rejuvenating spa and salon, and plenty of quiet spaces are also available while travelers soak up the Caribbean sun. Set sail for the diverse ecosystem and vibrant culture of Freeport, Grand Bahama Island aboard the Margaritaville at Sea Paradise, where it’s always 5 o’clock! Get ready to immerse yourself in your very own resort at sea full of live entertainment, poolside drinks, sun-drenched relaxation, and delicious food.

Night Cozumel

Bigger Jimmy Buffett cruise ship will sail out of Tampa next year - Tampa Bay Times

Bigger Jimmy Buffett cruise ship will sail out of Tampa next year.

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As with any low fares, there is always a caveat -- and while Margaritaville at Sea fare may seem inexpensive at first, there are some not-so-obvious costs. You'll have to pay port fees, for one thing, as well as fuel charges and gratuities. WiFi costs extra, and there's mandatory valet parking if you drive to the port. Once you're in the Bahamas, shore excursions are extra and you will have to pay to take transportation from the terminal in Freeport to any attractions, as there is nothing within walking distance. Anyone can have a good time on the ship, but Parrotheads might be in heaven. Even the decks have Buffett-inspired names like Changes in Attitude, Flip Flop, License to Chill, and Banana Wind.

Margaritaville at Sea, however, sails from the Port of Palm Beach, about 45 miles north of Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale. The entertainment offering includes Tales from Margaritaville, the show written by Buffett and produced by Buffett and Frank Marshall. All accommodations are fully redesigned, with custom styling and nautical colours influenced by the sky, sea and sand. Margaritaville at Sea is expanding with the launch of Margaritaville at Sea Islander, the cruise line's second and larger vessel which the company says will be the "ultimate tropical oasis at sea". "To me, the only thing better than being on a beach by the ocean, is to be on the ocean. Now you can follow in our wake..."

Taino Beach Snork...

Margaritaville at Sea Islander's only 4-night itinerary features an all-day venture at the tropical island oasis of Cozumel, plus two sun-soaked days at sea. Margaritaville at Sea will take you from relaxation to revelry with your choice of stops anywhere in between. Delectable food, St. Somewhere Spa & Salon, live music and shows–from sunrise to sunset and every moment in between, there’s always something exciting happening. While closed-loop cruises, where you embark and disembark in the U.S., allow you to sail with a birth certificate instead of a passport, we recommend the latter. A lot of people on this cruise only had birth certificates, and so were subject to longer lines at the terminal, both coming and going.

The first ship, the Margaritaville at Sea Paradise, will be based out of the Port of Palm Beach with two-night/three-day cruises to Grand Bahama Island. The ship’s experience will offer the fun, escapism and state of mind synonymous with our iconic lifestyle. Paradise staterooms are fully designed retreats inspired by the sun, sea and sky. Immerse yourself in our private island resort experience and relax in casual-luxe comfort. Grand Bahama Island is a haven of gorgeous white sand beaches, surrounded by crystal clear waters that stretch for miles. Extend your vacation on land and stay at your choice of three gorgeous partner resorts on Grand Bahama Island for an all-inclusive experience.

Breezy Balcony Staterooms

A number of other package and perks are also available, including priority check-in deals, photo packages, and the “License to Chill” offer that includes just about everything from VIP seating to specialty dining, express check-in and more. Sure, it might not be on the size and scale of what you’ll find on a new mega-ship, but you won’t skimp on the experience even though it’s a short cruise. Margaritaville at Sea, which began sailing in May 2022, offers still affordable rates, but is priced somewhat higher. On the downside, if you don’t live in Florida, then it’s a little harder to make your way to the ship. Major airports like Miami and Fort Lauderdale are a considerable distance for anyone thinking of flying in.

When you step aboard our cruise ship, you can explore a vacation agenda that’s entirely your own. Reunite with friends over pickleball, rejoice in captivating tropical performances, and revel in the sand between your toes. Whether onboard or off, you’ll find a shipload of ways to rediscover paradise at Margaritaville at Sea. Bringing the resort experience offshore, Margaritaville at Sea will start sailing two-night cruises from the Port of Palm Beach, Fla. to Freeport, Grand Bahama Island.

Although the inaugural cruise was initially slated to set sail on April 30, 2022, the launch has since been postponed to May 14 due to global shipping delays. Setting sail in spring 2022, the Margaritaville Paradise will feature 10 passenger decks and 659 cabins with various stateroom categories. The ship’s casual-luxe cabins and common spaces will allow guests to drift away to paradise with subtle nautical details and colors influenced by the surrounding seas, sands, and skies. (Many passengers here receive a meal here in the popular License to Chill package that comes with 10 drinks, an onboard wine tasting and other perks).

If you book a package through the ship, transfers from the port in Freeport to the resort and back again are included in your fare. If you choose this option, note that you'll have to have a passport, and not just a birth certificate. One way you can tell that Margaritaville at Sea Paradise is not a new ship is by its deck plan and layout. Some of the areas of the ship, such as the Port of Indecision buffet, show their age by being more cramped than what you'd expect on newer vessels. It was so hard to get a seat here that people resorted to carrying food all over the ship, leaving dirty dishes in lounges far away from the restaurant. For newbies looking to try a cruise vacation or frequent sailors searching for a quick getaway, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise provides a good-enough experience that might very well get you hooked on Mother Ocean.

Unlike most cruise lines, Margaritaville at Sea allows its passengers to get off the ship in the Bahamas and stay at an all-inclusive resort on Grand Bahama Island. You can choose from two or four days at the partner resorts, either the Viva Wyndham or Grand Lucayan. A variety of food and drink options are available onboard the ship, ranging from the JWB Prime Steak & Seafood and Margaritaville Coffee & Pastry Shop to the Port of Indecision Buffet and the 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar.

The all-new Margaritaville Casino features high-quality play in an intimate, casual-luxe setting where everyone from high-rolling experts to first-time players can turn up the adventure. Visit wonders and the wonderful aboard the all-new Margaritaville at Sea Islander, offering two incredible ways to discover Mexico. Discover the charming and eclectic beaches of Key West and the island oasis of Cozumel on the all-new Margaritaville at Sea Islander. With 12 specialty and included dining options, sampling your way around the Margaritaville at Sea Islander is a delicious escape from the ordinary. Feel the pulse of the islands with Caribbean Heat Remix - a signature fan favorite from Paradise leveled up with a distinctly caliente Mexican twist. For non-drinkers, the $99 Faster Chill program allows you to skip the check-in madness at the somewhat chaotic Palm Beach Terminal, along with a Wi-Fi package for two and reserved seating at various venues.

Affordable and quick trips with the full cruise experience give you the opportunity to take a cruise without taking much time off or spending a fortune. Everything you’d expect onboard any other cruise ship is also found here. From kid’s clubs to the casino, from the dining room to the buffet, from the spa to production shows… it’s all on Margaritaville at Sea. New dining venues are the Far Side of the World Asian fusion sushi bar and Mexican Cutie Cantina, where passengers can customize their own tacos and breakfast burritos. Island Eats is a seafood shack inside the adult-only Tiki Bar -- also a new concept -- overlooking the back of the ship. Also located in the Tiki Bar is the tropical-inspired Tiki Grill with dishes such as fire-grilled fillet skewers and pina colada creme brulee.