Wooden Walkway to the Beach, Orlando, Florida
A THRILL RIDE OF A CITY

Cruise from Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida

Most people know Orlando as America’s theme park capital. While a day (or several) dedicated to all your favourite rides and shows is a must for any holiday from Orlando, this shining city on Florida’s Space Coast offers so much more than that. If you’re cruising from Port Canaveral, get to know the area’s other wonders – like its locally loved surf spots, sprawling citrus groves, off-road motor trails and emerald golf courses. Start your day by watching the sunrise from the sands of the Canaveral National Seashore. Then grab breakfast at a cosy café in Historic Cocoa Village. Keep your eyes peeled for alligators as you zip through the St John River marshlands on an exhilarating airboat ride. Or climb to the top of Exploration Tower for panoramic views of Port Canaveral, the cruise port near Orlando. And don’t forget to visit the Kennedy Space Centre Visitor Complex in Port Canaveral, where you can learn all about space travel and see both the Space Shuttle Atlantis and the Saturn V moon rocket.
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GO OFF THE BEATEN TRACK IN ORLANDO 

With so many things to do in Orlando, you’ll quickly discover that your options are limitless. From award-winning golf courses to fascinating museums and outdoor adventures, this bustling city has fun activities for every type of adventure-seeker. Before you cruise out of Orlando, venture out to explore and discover for yourself why it’s nicknamed The City Beautiful.

FORE A GOOD TIME
Home to some of the top golf courses in the world, Orlando is a golf lover’s dream. Not only are there plenty of greens to choose from but many golf courses also offer public access. Like Shingle Creek Golf Club designed by Arnold Palmer and considered the most scenic golf course in the city. Or the Orange County National, one of the largest driving ranges in the US with two championship courses.
WHAT’S YOUR MUSE?
Orlando’s booming cultural scene includes some truly unique museums showcasing art that you won’t find anywhere else. If you love Tiffany glass, head to the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art to view the world’s largest collection. For an out-of-this-world experience, visit the Air Force Space and Missile Museum complete with rockets and missile artefacts. And check out the Orlando Science Centre for interactive exhibits, a domed observatory and laser show.
MEET A MANATEE
Manatees are some of the friendliest marine animals around. To see these gentle giants in their natural habitat, visit the Blue Spring State Park where you’ll find one of the largest populations of manatees in the Sunshine State. For an even closer encounter, head 90 minutes west of Orlando to Crystal River, the only place in Florida where you can actually swim with manatees.

  

  

 


Big Thrills, Big Ships

From pristine, white-sand beaches, Calypso street bands and rugged rainforest trails in top-rated Caribbean destinations, to Coco Locos, helium air balloon rides, lagoon-side lounging and record-breaking waterslides at Perfect Day at CocoCay – you’re in for the ultimate tropical turn-up when you sail from Port Canaveral.

UTOPIA OF THE SEAS

This is The World’s Biggest Weekend. Play hard – whether it’s plunging down the longest Ultimate Abyss℠ slide yet or busting a move in the hottest clubs and lounges at sea. It’s all aboard for delicious at an all-new dining experience that sends your senses on a world tour. And upgrade winding down on a resort-style pool deck that delivers your splashiest weekend ever. 

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Wonder of the Seas

The newest and biggest ship in the Royal Caribbean fleet, Wonder of the Seas℠, brings bold new year-round family adventures to Orlando. Go from conquering the all-new slideable, climbable, underwater-themed PlayScape℠ to hanging ten on the fan-favourite FlowRider®surf simulator. Or step to the edge of Ultimate Abyss℠ and peer into the darkness before you plummet 10 storeys down the tallest slide at sea.

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Independence of the Seas

This isn’t your same-old, never-bold weekend. This is a boredom-busting getaway for the whole crew.  Team up to crack the code of Royal Escape Room℠ – The Observatorium. Race down The Perfect Storm℠ waterslide duo and order up batter-fried goodness at the poolside Fish & Ships℠. Independence of the Seas is packed with more ways to play on the most maxed-out short getaway ever.

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WEEKEND CRUISE GETAWAYS

Dial up the way you weekend. Short cruises from Port Canaveral go big on adventure – with non-stop memory-making onboard and onshore at Perfect Day at CocoCay. Our award-winning private destination has countless ways to relax – or take thrills to the absolute max. The possibilities are endless. And an unforgettable weekend is guaranteed.

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WEEKEND CRUISE GETAWAYS

Dial up the way you weekend. Short cruises from Port Canaveral go big on adventure – with non-stop memory-making onboard and onshore at Perfect Day at CocoCay. Our award-winning private destination has countless ways to relax – or take thrills to the absolute max. The possibilities are endless. And an unforgettable weekend is guaranteed.

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EPIC WEEK-LONG WANDERS

Take your holiday full throttle on a six- to eight-night cruise from Port Canaveral. The world’s most incredible ships blast off from the Space Coast and sail to picture-perfect western Caribbean shores. Soak in Maya culture on the coasts of Mexico. Get a taste of spiced up delicacies in the Dominican Republic. And go private destination pioneering at Labadee in Haiti or Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. You’re in for memories that go the extra isle.

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EPIC WEEK-LONG WANDERS

Take your holiday full throttle on a six- to eight-night cruise from Port Canaveral. The world’s most incredible ships blast off from the Space Coast and sail to picture-perfect western Caribbean shores. Soak in Maya culture on the coasts of Mexico. Get a taste of spiced up delicacies in the Dominican Republic. And go private destination pioneering at Labadee in Haiti or Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. You’re in for memories that go the extra isle.

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Woman looking at ocean from cruise ship in a white sun dress. The Caribbean.
Woman looking at ocean from cruise ship in a white sun dress. The Caribbean.


EPIC WEEK-LONG WANDERS

Take your holiday full throttle on a six- to eight-night cruise from Port Canaveral. The world’s most incredible ships blast off from the Space Coast and sail to picture-perfect western Caribbean shores. Soak in Maya culture on the coasts of Mexico. Get a taste of spiced up delicacies in the Dominican Republic. And go private destination pioneering at Labadee in Haiti or Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. You’re in for memories that go the extra isle.

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EPIC WEEK-LONG WANDERS

Take your holiday full throttle on a six- to eight-night cruise from Port Canaveral. The world’s most incredible ships blast off from the Space Coast and sail to picture-perfect western Caribbean shores. Soak in Maya culture on the coasts of Mexico. Get a taste of spiced up delicacies in the Dominican Republic. And go private destination pioneering at Labadee in Haiti or Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. You’re in for memories that go the extra isle.

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Things To Do in Port Canaveral & Orlando

Space Shuttle, Cape Canaveral, Florida

Trekkie Track

Space Shuttle, Cape Canaveral, Florida

Space Shuttle, Cape Canaveral, Florida

Trekkie Track

Lift off into interstellar exploration at the Kennedy Space Centre. Amongst interactive Mission Zones you’ll see the Saturn V rocket and the Space Shuttle orbiter Atlantis. Go behind the gates to discover historic launch sites and working spaceflight facilities, plus marvel at the US Astronaut Hall of Fame.

Universal Studios Hogwarts, Orlando, Florida

Get Into Character

Universal Studios Hogwarts, Orlando, Florida

Universal Studios Hogwarts, Orlando, Florida

Get Into Character

Orlando is known as a land of amusements – and for good reason. The city is home to six unique theme parks, each with their own distinct thrills, including Universal Studios Orlando and Islands of Adventure. Or you can venture beyond the Big Six to Gatorland’s swampy terrain, or hit one of the many epic waterparks around town.

Surfer's Standing By Wavy Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral, Florida
Surfer's Standing By Wavy Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral, Florida

Outside the lines

Connect with Florida’s natural side while riding waves at Cocoa Beach or basking in seclusion at Canaveral National Seashore. Don’t miss a kayak trip through glowing bioluminescent waters, or an air-boat ride through wetlands. Cruise to Orlando-Port Canaveral and swim in rejuvenating freshwater springs – or tee off at one of Orlando’s 150 golf courses.

Fish Tacos Cuisine, Orlando, Florida
Fish Tacos Cuisine, Orlando, Florida

Local Cuisine

The Cove at Port Canaveral is home to plenty of waterfront restaurants serving up fresh fish tacos and mahi-mahi sandwiches. Orlando has its fair share of celebrity chef-led, farm-to-table spots – and character meals are popular at the theme park resorts. And the Mills 50 District north of central Orlando is famous for its Vietnamese fare.

Canoes at Night, Orlando, Florida
Canoes at Night, Orlando, Florida

Shopping

The shops in Historic Cocoa Village sell local handmade art and tropical décor. Souvenir shopping in Orlando is best at Disney Springs, Universal CityWalk and along International Drive. Pop into the family-owned Orange Blossom Indian River Citrus for Florida-grown oranges, grapefruits and other fruits during your Orlando cruise.

Insider's Tips
Insider's Tips
1 Bring cash for tolls on the Beachline Expressway between Port Canaveral and Orlando.
2 Wear comfortable, broken-in walking shoes to the theme parks.

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