The Perfect Short Cruise from the Southeast
For travelers in Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama, the Bahamas is the sweet spot — far enough to feel like a real escape, close enough to reach in a weekend. A 3-night cruise from Miami or Port Canaveral puts you in Nassau by morning and on CocoCay's pink sand by afternoon.
Beyond the resort beaches, the Out Islands reveal a different Bahamas — quiet, wild, and spectacularly beautiful. The Exumas, Eleuthera, and Abaco are among the most beautiful island landscapes in the Atlantic.
The Bahamas in Every Shade of Blue
Top Bahamas Destinations
Nassau is the beating heart of the Bahamas — a colorful colonial city with pastel-painted buildings, straw markets, and an extraordinary resort complex just across the bridge on Paradise Island. Atlantis Resort alone could fill three days, but Nassau's history, food, and harbor are equally compelling.
Bahamas by Season
Winter
The Bahamas' busiest and most expensive season — and the best weather. Dry, sunny, and breezy. Escape the cold from Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama in just 2 hours by air or overnight by cruise ship.
December through April is prime Bahamas season. Book at least 3–4 months ahead for the best cabin selection on popular 3–4 night sailings.
Plan Winter Bahamas Trip