Margaritaville at Sea at Port Canaveral

Margaritaville at Sea brings Jimmy Buffett's laid-back island lifestyle to the open ocean with fun, affordable short cruises from Port Canaveral. The line offers 2 to 5-night sailings to the Bahamas, Grand Bahama Island, and Nassau, making it perfect for quick getaways. Expect island-themed entertainment, tropical cocktails, Cheeseburger in Paradise restaurants, and a relaxed party atmosphere.

Terminal Information

  • ✓Port: Port Canaveral
  • ✓Terminal: Terminal 3
  • ✓Check-in Opens: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • ✓Popular Ships: Margaritaville at Sea Islander, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise

Getting to Port Canaveral for Your Margaritaville Cruise

Port Canaveral Terminal 3 is about 60 miles east of Orlando via SR-528 (Beachline Expressway). From MCO airport, the drive is roughly 60 to 75 minutes. BusBrother provides group transportation for Margaritaville at Sea guests, picking up from Orlando hotels, airports, and homes. Our service is ideal for groups looking for a hassle-free ride to the port.

Pre-Cruise Hotels

Convenient pre-cruise hotels include Radisson Resort at the Port, Country Inn and Suites Cape Canaveral, Hampton Inn Cocoa Beach, and Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral. For a beachside experience before your cruise, try the Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront or International Palms Resort.

What to Know Before You Board

Margaritaville at Sea offers some of the most affordable cruise fares from Port Canaveral - great for first-time cruisers

Bring a Hawaiian shirt or tropical outfit for the island-themed parties onboard

The ships offer all-inclusive beverage packages at a reasonable price - consider adding one at booking

Embarkation Day Checklist

  • ✓Valid passport or birth certificate plus government-issued photo ID
  • ✓Boarding pass from Margaritaville at Sea
  • ✓Credit card for onboard account
  • ✓Comfortable casual clothing and swimwear
  • ✓Medications in carry-on
  • ✓Sunscreen and a hat for outdoor deck activities

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