About Bahamas Cruises
Calm beaches and relaxing ambiance make The Bahamas a classic cruising favorite. This is where most cruise lines have their private islands, and water sports -- such as snorkeling, sailing and Jet Skiing -- are also popular shore excursions.
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3 NightCruise to the BahamasLeaving:Port CanaveralVisiting:Cruise Line:Norwegian Cruise LineHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Port Canaveral (Orlando)
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Day 2Key West
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Day 3Great Stirrup Cay
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Day 4Port Canaveral (Orlando)
Ship DetailsNorwegian Sun - Norwegian Cruise Line
Pros
Refurbished spaces boast clean, modern design; a plethora of tasty dining options abounds.
Cons
Buffets are often congested and signage is lacking; there are no water slides/water parks.
Bottom Line
Great overall experience with tons of dining and activity choices and itinerary options.
ReviewsNorwegian Sun Reviews
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4 NightCruise to the BahamasLeaving:MiamiVisiting:Cruise Line:Norwegian Cruise LineHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Miami
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Day 2Key West
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Day 3Great Stirrup Cay
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Day 4Nassau
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Day 5Miami
Ship DetailsNorwegian Sky - Norwegian Cruise Line
Pros
Jam-packed activity schedule and lively onboard atmosphere
Cons
Only sails short, three- to five-night itineraries
Bottom Line
Perfectly sized ship for short trips to Bahamas, with fun, festive atmosphere
ReviewsNorwegian Sky Reviews
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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4 NightCruise to the BahamasLeaving:Port CanaveralVisiting:Cruise Line:Norwegian Cruise LineHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Port Canaveral (Orlando)
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Day 2Key West
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Day 3Great Stirrup Cay
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Day 4Nassau
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Day 5Port Canaveral (Orlando)
Ship DetailsNorwegian Sun - Norwegian Cruise Line
Pros
Refurbished spaces boast clean, modern design; a plethora of tasty dining options abounds.
Cons
Buffets are often congested and signage is lacking; there are no water slides/water parks.
Bottom Line
Great overall experience with tons of dining and activity choices and itinerary options.
ReviewsNorwegian Sun Reviews
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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7 NightCruise to the BahamasLeaving:New YorkVisiting:Cruise Line:Norwegian Cruise LineHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1New York (Manhattan)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Port Canaveral (Orlando)
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Day 4Great Stirrup Cay
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Day 5Nassau
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Day 6Cruising
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8New York (Manhattan)
Ship DetailsNorwegian Pearl - Norwegian Cruise Line
Pros
Plenty of dining, nightlife and family options to easily accommodate short sailings
Cons
Unless you're onboard for a theme charter, evening entertainment might feel a bit dated
Bottom Line
Whether you're just taking a long weekend or sailing with superstars, Norwegian Pearl is a cheerful ship to call home
ReviewsNorwegian Pearl Reviews
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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2 NightCruise to the BahamasLeaving:Fort LauderdaleVisiting:Cruise Line:Celebrity CruisesHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades)
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Day 2Nassau
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Day 3Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades)
Ship DetailsCelebrity Equinox - Celebrity Cruises
Pros
Innovative features like a real grass lawn and glass-blowing show
Cons
Main dining could use a little improvement
Bottom Line
Sail for a strong mix of dining and activity options
ReviewsCelebrity Equinox Reviews
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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4 NightCruise to the BahamasLeaving:MiamiVisiting:Cruise Line:Norwegian Cruise LineHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Miami
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Day 2Freeport
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Day 3Great Stirrup Cay
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Day 4Nassau
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Day 5Miami
Ship DetailsNorwegian Sky - Norwegian Cruise Line
Pros
Jam-packed activity schedule and lively onboard atmosphere
Cons
Only sails short, three- to five-night itineraries
Bottom Line
Perfectly sized ship for short trips to Bahamas, with fun, festive atmosphere
ReviewsNorwegian Sky Reviews
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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3 NightCruise to the BahamasHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Miami
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Day 2Great Stirrup Cay
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Day 3Nassau
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Day 4Miami
Ship DetailsNorwegian Sky - Norwegian Cruise Line
Pros
Jam-packed activity schedule and lively onboard atmosphere
Cons
Only sails short, three- to five-night itineraries
Bottom Line
Perfectly sized ship for short trips to Bahamas, with fun, festive atmosphere
ReviewsNorwegian Sky Reviews
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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5 NightCruise to the BahamasLeaving:JacksonvilleVisiting:Cruise Line:Carnival Cruise LineHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Jacksonville
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Nassau
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Day 4Princess Cays
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Day 5Cruising
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Day 6Jacksonville
Ship DetailsReviewsCarnival Ecstasy Reviews
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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3 NightCruise to the BahamasLeaving:Port CanaveralVisiting:Cruise Line:Norwegian Cruise LineHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Port Canaveral (Orlando)
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Day 2Great Stirrup Cay
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Day 3Nassau
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Day 4Port Canaveral (Orlando)
Ship DetailsNorwegian Sun - Norwegian Cruise Line
Pros
Refurbished spaces boast clean, modern design; a plethora of tasty dining options abounds.
Cons
Buffets are often congested and signage is lacking; there are no water slides/water parks.
Bottom Line
Great overall experience with tons of dining and activity choices and itinerary options.
ReviewsNorwegian Sun Reviews
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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4 NightCruise to the BahamasLeaving:Port CanaveralVisiting:Cruise Line:Carnival Cruise LineHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Port Canaveral (Orlando)
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Day 2Nassau
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Day 3Half Moon Cay
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Day 4Cruising
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Day 5Port Canaveral (Orlando)
Ship DetailsCarnival Liberty - Carnival Cruise Line
Pros
The crew goes out of their way to ensure you're enjoying yourself
Cons
Enrichment opportunities could be tailored to actually enrich the Bahamian experience
Bottom Line
The carefree atmosphere and abundance of activities make it a great value
ReviewsCarnival Liberty Reviews
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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8 NightCruise to the BahamasHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1New York (Manhattan)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Port Canaveral (Orlando)
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Day 5Nassau
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Day 6Great Stirrup Cay
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Cruising
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Day 9New York (Manhattan)
Ship DetailsNorwegian Getaway - Norwegian Cruise Line
Pros
Getaway makes the most of outdoor spaces like the Waterfront with its South Beach vibe.
Cons
Fees add up for wow-factor experiences, such as upscale restaurants and dinner theater.
Bottom Line
Getaway offers an abundance of dining and entertainment options with a Miami flair.
ReviewsNorwegian Getaway Reviews
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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7 NightCruise to the BahamasHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Baltimore
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Princess Cays
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Day 5Nassau
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Day 6Freeport
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Baltimore
Ship DetailsCarnival Pride - Carnival Cruise Line
Pros
Three swimming pools keep crowds down; good dining variety; great entertainment
Cons
Due to the ship's layout, it's hard to get to some areas, and the decor is dated
Bottom Line
The Fun Ship 2.0 additions provide great value without the crowds of larger ships
ReviewsCarnival Pride Reviews
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Day 1: Baltimore
Day 3: Charleston
Day 4: Port Canaveral
Day 5: Perfect Day at CocoCay
Day 6: Nassau
8 NightCruise to the BahamasLeaving:BaltimoreVisiting:Cruise Line:Royal Caribbean InternationalHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Baltimore
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Charleston
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Day 4Port Canaveral (Orlando)
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Day 5Perfect Day at CocoCay
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Day 6Nassau
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Cruising
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Day 9Baltimore
Ship DetailsGrandeur of the Seas - Royal Caribbean International
Pros
Smaller size, veteran crew and repeat clientele give the ship a homey feel
Cons
Cabins feel old; ship lacks line's newest bells and whistles
Bottom Line
Affordable ship in Baltimore draws families, seniors and everyone in between
ReviewsGrandeur of the Seas Reviews
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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7 NightCruise to the BahamasLeaving:GalvestonVisiting:Cruise Line:Royal Caribbean InternationalHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Galveston
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Key West
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Day 4Perfect Day at CocoCay
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Day 5Nassau
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Day 6Cruising
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Galveston
Ship DetailsEnchantment of the Seas - Royal Caribbean International
Pros
Genial onboard atmosphere, with good service and excellent food.
Cons
No adventurous attractions like waterslides or ziplines; limited optional dining.
Bottom Line
A good value for families with lots to do and friendly crew and fellow passengers.
ReviewsEnchantment of the Seas Reviews
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