Carnival Spirit
December 28, 2025

Mobile, Alabama, offers docking at Mobile Port. Travelers explore USS Alabama and Mobile Carnival Museum. Excursions visit Bellingrath Gardens. Local markets sell gumbo. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures battleships and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shrimp po’boys, an Alabamian favorite. Souvenirs, like Mardi Gras crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creek history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Mobile’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history and scenic gardens, making Mobile an engaging destination for exploration.

Celebration Key, Bahamas, docks at a private pier for Grand Bahama cruises. Travelers enjoy water parks and cabana rentals. Snorkeling reveals artificial reefs. No local markets; island shops sell branded merchandise. Peak season December to April; no taxis, free shuttles provided. Dining includes jerk chicken at beach buffets. Souvenirs feature Bahamian straw hats. Kayaking and paddleboarding available.

Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau an engaging destination for exploration.

Princess Cays, Bahamas (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Eleuthera’s beaches and banana boat rides. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures pink sands and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Princess Cays’ island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Princess Cays an engaging destination.

Returning to Mobile — see Day 1 above for port info.