Norwegian Gem Bahamas Cruise From Jacksonville - December 21, 2025
5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay and Nassau
Bahamas round trip cruise departs from Jacksonville on Sunday December 21, 2025. The 5 day cruise ends with the arrival of Norwegian Gem back in Jacksonville on Friday December 26, 2025. The Christmas holiday (December 25, 2025) is during the cruise.
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Ports of Call
Freeport, Bahamas
Freeport is a port town on Grand Bahama Island, located about 95 miles from Fort Lauderdale and 110 miles from Miami.
Nassau, Bahamas
Nassau is the capital and the largest city in the the Bahamas, making it a popular choice for cruise stops. It's less than 200 miles east of the cruise ports in Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas
Great Stirrup Cay is a private island in the Bahamas for guests aboard Norwegian Cruise Line cruises. In addition to just lounging on the long white beach, there are lots of other activities to consider. There are a half-dozen spots to get something to eat or drink on the island.
Departure Port: Jacksonville Cruise Terminal
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For the night before your cruise: Hotels near Jacksonville Cruise Terminal
Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville - Blount Island
10148 New Berlin Rd
0.8 miles from cruise port
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WoodSpring Suites Jacksonville I-295 East
8341 Dames Point Crossing Blvd
3.9 miles from cruise port
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Candlewood Suites Jacksonville East Merril Road
2700 Jane St
4.2 miles from cruise port
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WoodSpring Suites Jacksonville I-95 North
10520 Balmoral Circle West
4.8 miles from cruise port
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A-P-T Suites Jacksonville
812 Dunn Ave
5.0 miles from cruise port
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