Margaritaville Paradise - 12/18/2026
The December 18, 2026 cruise on the Margaritaville Paradise departs from Palm Beach, Florida. On this 3 Night Grand Bahama Escape sailing, the ship will visit a total of 2 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Margaritaville Paradise sets sail on Friday, Dec 18th and returns on Monday, Dec 21st.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Margaritaville Paradise - December 18, 2026 - 3 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 17th | Palm Beach, Florida |
| 2 | Dec 18th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 20th | Freeport, Grand Bahama Island |
| 4 | Dec 21st | Palm Beach, Florida |
The Margaritaville Paradise sails on December 18, 2026 for a 3 Night Grand Bahama Escape. The ship will depart the port of Palm Beach, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Palm Beach, Florida on Dec 21st at 6:00 AM. During the 4-day journey, the Margaritaville Paradise will visit 1 additional port and will spend 1 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
Margaritaville Paradise
MARGARITAVILLE PARADISE SIZE
The Paradise has a construction date of 1987 and a total size of 52,926 gross tons. The ship measures 722 feet (220 meters) in length. Margaritaville Paradise is included in Margaritaville at Sea’s Classica Class. At full capacity, the Margaritaville Paradise holds 2,300 passengers. That includes 1,680 cruise vacationers and 620 staff members. The Paradise total number of staterooms is 659.
Margaritaville Paradise Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:52,926 GT
- Length:722 ft (220 m)
- Beam:102 ft (31 m)
- Draft:25 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:23 mph (20 kn)
- Year Built:1987
- Years Served:1987 - Present
- Capacity:1,680
- Crew Members:620
- Total on Board:2,300
- Total Staterooms:659
- Flagged Country:St Kitts & Nevis
- Ship Cost:130 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Margaritaville Paradise age and stats vs all Margaritaville at Sea ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Margaritaville Paradise Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Palm Beach, Florida, offers docking at Port of Palm Beach. Travelers explore Worth Avenue’s upscale boutiques and Flagler Museum. Excursions visit Lake Worth’s beaches. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Art Deco facades and Atlantic shores. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Florida favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Palm Beach’s Gilded Age history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance avenue walks. Palm Beach’s luxurious coastal charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of opulent history, scenic beaches, and upscale shopping, making Palm Beach an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s coastal elegance.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas, offers docking at Freeport Harbour. Travelers explore Lucaya Marketplace and Garden of the Groves. Excursions include snorkeling at Peterson Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures tropical gardens 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 reef exploration. Freeport’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush gardens and marine adventures, making Freeport an engaging destination. (126 words)
Palm Beach, Florida, offers docking at Port of Palm Beach. Travelers explore Worth Avenue’s upscale boutiques and Flagler Museum. Excursions visit Lake Worth’s beaches. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Art Deco facades and Atlantic shores. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Florida favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Palm Beach’s Gilded Age history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance avenue walks. Palm Beach’s luxurious coastal charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of opulent history, scenic beaches, and upscale shopping, making Palm Beach an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s coastal elegance.