8 nights · Florida · Departs Tampa (USA) · Visiting Cozumel, Grand Cayman Island, Falmouth Jamaica, Nassau · Aboard Norwegian Cruise Line on the Norwegian Gem
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| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
|---|---|
| Ship | Norwegian Gem |
| Duration | 8 nights |
| Port calls | 5 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $929 per person |
| Year built | 2007 |
| Guests | 2873 |
| Cabins | 1197 |
| Crew | 1070 |
| Length | 294 m |
| Beam | 32 m |
| Cruising speed | 24.0 kn |
Tampa puts a lively waterfront and a rich slice of Florida history within easy reach of its cruise port. Walk the Riverwalk past the Florida Aquarium and downtown museums. Then explore Ybor City, where brick streets and old cigar factories reflect Cuban, Spanish and Italian immigrant heritage. Before sailing, pause beside Tampa Bay, whose wide, sunlit waters frame the city.
Cozumel, off Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, pairs clear Caribbean water with a lively island town. San Miguel de Cozumel offers cafés, shops and a waterfront promenade within easy reach of the cruise piers. Beyond town, reef excursions reveal why divers travel here, while San Gervasio preserves the island’s Mayan history. Choose a beach day, a guided snorkel or a drive around the coast; each shows a different side of Cozumel.
Grand Cayman pairs clear water with an easy blend of beach and town. Ships anchor offshore; tenders land in George Town, near duty-free shops, cafés and the Cayman Islands National Museum. Boat trips reach Stingray City, where visitors can encounter southern stingrays in shallow water. Beyond town, Seven Mile Beach is known for pale sand and turquoise water. Choose a beach transfer, an island tour or time in town; Grand Cayman makes a relaxed, rewarding call.
Falmouth’s broad streets and Georgian buildings recall a port town shaped by sugar and trade. In the early 19th century, it ranked among Jamaica’s busiest ports. Its well-preserved historic district offers a close look at that past. Nearby, bamboo-raft trips on the Martha Brae and Good Hope Estate reveal the island’s river scenery and plantation history.
Nassau pairs colonial landmarks with Caribbean water close to the cruise harbor. Walk Bay Street to Parliament Square, then climb the Queen’s Staircase to Fort Fincastle. From the hill, Nassau Harbour and the city open below. The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas offers a quieter look at local artists. Paradise Island adds beaches and resort attractions across the harbour. Allow extra time for road traffic if you venture farther afield.
Tampa puts a lively waterfront and a rich slice of Florida history within easy reach of its cruise port. Walk the Riverwalk past the Florida Aquarium and downtown museums. Then explore Ybor City, where brick streets and old cigar factories reflect Cuban, Spanish and Italian immigrant heritage. Before sailing, pause beside Tampa Bay, whose wide, sunlit waters frame the city.
Published September 25, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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