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19-Deck Cruise Ship as Long as Eiffel Tower Is High Makes New Home in Brooklyn

Nyc becomes msc cruises' third u.s. homeport, allowing the cruise line to offer year-round sailings from the northeast for the first time, by nbc new york staff • published april 21, 2023 • updated on april 21, 2023 at 3:04 pm.

The world's third-largest and fastest-growing cruise line, as MSC Cruises describes itself, sailed into New York City's Brooklyn Cruise Terminal this week with a glamorous megaship offering year-round excursions to select destinations.

MSC Meraviglia, a 1,036-foot long (France's Eiffel Tower is 1,083 feet high, and only if you include the tip), 213-foot-tall, 19-deck floater capable of holding more than 5,700 guests is a vacation in its own right, the cruise line says.

Fortunately, it will also take you from Brooklyn to a number of (warmer) locations. Not all options will be available immediately. Find the list of itineraries and start dates at the bottom of this page from MSC Cruises.

What's So Special About Meraviglia?

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Since you asked, MSC Meraviglia is one of the world's biggest cruise ships. Known as "The Ship for All Seasons," she has expansive indoor and outdoor public spaces, as well as a pool deck with a roof that can close for weather.

Among other amenities, it has:

• 20 bars and 12 restaurants , including the popular Butcher’s Cut steakhouse, Ocean Cay, HOLA! Tacos and Cantina, and Kaito Sushi and Teppanyaki
• Indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs, together with one of the most intricate water parks at sea, featuring three twisting slides and a ropes course called the Himalayan Bridge
• 10 types of staterooms to choose from, including solo cabins, popular balcony cabins, and stylish suite accommodations in the MSC Yacht Club – the premium ‘ship within a ship’ featuring butler service, along with an exclusive restaurant, lounge, and pool area
• Galleria Meraviglia , a promenade lined with shops, restaurants and bars that stretches more than 315 feet and is lined with an impressive LED sky screen
• Seven different shows in the 985-seat Broadway Theatre and the famous Carousel Lounge
• MSC Aurea Spa , providing massage therapy, body treatments, facial treatments, and a thermal area
• 6,000 square-foot gym featuring state-of-the-art equipment from Technogym™ framed with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, overlooking the main pool deck
• Entertainment area , including the MSC Formula Racer, a full-sized bowling alley with two lanes, an interactive XD cinema, a flight simulator, and a video games arcade
• Sportsplex facilities for basketball, tennis, squash, volleyball, Pickle Ball, mini golf and five-a-side soccer
• MSC Kids’ Club for anyone aged 17 and younger, with dedicated areas for babies, toddlers, children and teenagers, plus the Lego® Experience

Where Can I Go?

The ship makes its debut departure sail from New York City to The Bahamas, Florida, Canada and New England, and Bermuda. Itineraries include the following:

• The Bahamas and Florida: Tropical 7- to 11-night sailings with select destinations including Miami and Port Canaveral, Florida; Nassau and Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, The Bahamas; Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico.
• Bermuda: Starting in August, guests can enjoy 5- and 6-night sailings to Kings Wharf in Bermuda, with several days in port to explore the beauty of the island.
• Canada and New England: Just in time for the fall, MSC Meraviglia will offer 10- and 11-night itineraries at Newport, Boston and Portland in the U.S and Saint John, Halifax, Charlottetown, and Sydney in Canada.

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New cruise ship MSC Meraviglia arrives at Brooklyn Cruise Terminal

RED HOOK, Brooklyn (WABC) -- A brand new cruise ship has made a grand entrance into the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal in Red Hook.

The MSC Meraviglia, Italian for wonder, arrived at its new home port on Thursday morning, and is ready to launch year-round sailings from Brooklyn.

The boat will be the first cruise ship here all year long. Officials say the ship will bring more than 10,000 full time-equivalent jobs to the terminal.

The ship will soon offer trips to the Bahamas, Florida, Bermuda, and Canada, among other destinations.

City leaders say this ship will bring job and tourism opportunities for thousands in New York City. The mayor is expecting an economic boom of $102 million a year in spending from tourists.

"We're anticipating 219,000 passengers arriving in NYC per year," Mayor Adams said. "Anytime we have international travelers, spend money, spend money, spend money."

The news of the ship is exciting for many, but the terminal itself was the subject of controversy when migrants were first moved there as a temporary shelter.

Just last month, the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal was used to house asylum seekers .

The hope was to ease the strain on city shelters, but some advocates were not happy with the conditions . They were compared to detention centers.

At one point, Adams stayed at the terminal overnight on one of the coldest night's of the year to show the temporary setup was warm enough.

Officials say their plan was always to move the men when cruise season started. Those migrants went to new relief centers in Bushwick and Times Square.

The ship's first voyage from Brooklyn is Saturday.

"The uniqueness of New York City really lies in our waterways and our harbors that bring people in and out," Adams said.

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One of the world’s biggest cruise ships is now anchored in Brooklyn

The 19-story boat is as long as the Eiffel Tower is high.

A floating city has made its way to Red Hook —and it’s taller than many Brooklyn apartment buildings. 

The MSC Meraviglia, a new ship by MSC Cruises, docked at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal over the weekend and will use the port as its home base for itineraries between The Bahamas, Florida, Canada, New England and Bermuda.

The ship itself is like an extra neighborhood: Accommodating over 5,700 guests (plus staff), the cruise ship is 1,036 feet long, as high as the Eiffel Tower, and has 19 decks standing at 213 feet tall. Inside, the ship hosts a 985-seat Broadway-style theater, a 6,000-square-foot gym, plus 20 bars, 12 restaurants and a handful of pools and hot tubs. 

Like most cruise lines, MSC is headquartered overseas, in Geneva, Switzerland, but the local docking is still predicted to influence New York’s local economy. So far, 150 New Yorkers have been hired to facilitate terminal operations and the ship itself has 10,000 full-time-equivalent jobs to fill. 

Those who want to set sail from New York can choose from multiple itineraries, ranging from 5 to 11 nights. Upcoming trips include sailings to The Bahamas and Florida, August voyages to Bermuda and a fall New England trip to Newport, Boston and Portland in the U.S and Saint John, Halifax, Charlottetown, and Sydney in Canada. Trips start at $609 per person, for a week at sea with free wifi and unlimited food and drinks. Honestly, that's a whole lot cheaper than dining in New York. 

“When we chose New York as the next step in our North American expansion, we knew that MSC Meraviglia would be the perfect ship, given her versatility and offerings for a wide variety of climates," said Rubén Rodríguez, President of MSC Cruises USA. "She’s big and innovative, she offers something for everyone, and now she’s more accessible than ever for our guests in and around New York. We’re thrilled to give guests from the Northeast a direct link to our private destination—Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve—which is part of our fantastic itineraries to The Bahamas. As the year goes on, they’ll have other options like spending several days exploring Bermuda, or heading north for the breathtaking fall foliage in Canada and New England."

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MSC Meraviglia sails into Brooklyn Cruise Terminal, its newest homeport

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NEW YORK -- There's a new option for New Yorkers in need of a getaway. 

Friday morning, MSC Cruises sailed into its newest homeport at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal . 

It's expected to bring 10,000 jobs, including 150 new workers hired to facilitate terminal operations, and up to $102 million in local spending from visitors. 

Starting Saturday, the cruise line will offer year-round trips from the city to the Bahamas, Bermuda, Florida, Canada and New England. 

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MSC Cruises MSC Meraviglia has officially arrived in the Big Apple!

On Saturday, April 22, 2023, MSC Meraviglia will sail from New York to the Bahamas, Florida, Canada, New England, and Bermuda. New York City holds the honor of becoming MSC Cruises’ third homeport in the United States, marking the first time the brand will offer year-round trips from the Northeast. 

“When we chose New York as the next step in our North American expansion, we knew that  MSC Meraviglia  would be the perfect ship, given her versatility and offerings for a wide variety of climates. She’s big and innovative, she offers something for everyone, and now she’s more accessible than ever for our guests in and around New York. We’re thrilled to give guests from the Northeast a direct link to our private destination—Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve—which is part of our fantastic itineraries to The Bahamas. As the year goes on, they’ll have other options like spending several days exploring Bermuda, or heading north for the breathtaking fall foliage in Canada and New England.”

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• The ship has a capacity of more than 5,700 guests.
• 10 different types of staterooms, including solo cabins, popular balcony cabins, and suite accommodations in the MSC Yacht Club.
• Galleria Meraviglia , a promenade lined with shops, restaurants, and bars.
• 20 bars and 12 restaurants, such as the Butcher’s Cut Steakhouse, Ocean Cay, HOLA! Tacos and Cantina, and Kaito Sushi and Teppanyaki. 
• Seven different shows in the 985-seat Broadway Theatre and the Carousel Lounge.
• MSC Aurea Spa.
• MSC Kids’ Club.
• MSC Meraviglia  is known as “The Ship for All Seasons” due to her expansive indoor and outdoor public spaces.
• MSC Cruises is deploying the ship to New York as part of an ongoing pledge to bring its largest, most modern ships to the U.S. market as it continues to grow in the region.
• MSC Meraviglia  has innovative technology and solutions to minimize her environmental footprint, such as an exhaust gas cleaning system for cleaner emissions; an advanced wastewater treatment system; smart heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to recover heat from machinery spaces; and LED lighting and smart devices to significantly save energy. 

AVAILABLE ITINERARIES 

• The Bahamas and Florida –  Tropical 7- to 11-night sailings with a selection of destinations, including Miami and Port Canaveral, Florida; Nassau and Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, The Bahamas; Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico.
• Bermuda  – Starting in August, guests can enjoy 5- and 6-night sailings to Kings Wharf in Bermuda, with several days in port to explore the island’s beauty.
• Canada and New England  – Just in time for the fall,  MSC Meraviglia  will offer 10- and 11-night itineraries at Newport, Boston, and Portland in the U.S. and Saint John, Halifax, Charlottetown, and Sydney in Canada.

Will you be sailing on MSC Cruises’ MSC Meraviglia? Let us know in the comments!

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MSC Meraviglia boarding at Red Hook Brooklyn

By SusanMK , February 15, 2023 in MSC Cruises

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We are leaving out of Brooklyn NY Red Hook cruise terminal and can’t find much info on park sleep and fly which most cruise ports have. I imagine because it is NY that there isn’t any. My travel agent can only find transfers from JFK and it is $44 each way=$264, which seems pricey. We are debating just driving to the port and parking at the pier. Parking at the pier is $240. We are coming from Massachusetts so not interested in flying. This is our first cruise with MSC, and we are bringing our 10 year old grandson. We are both seniors so don’t feel comfortable with public transportation. Thanks for any info that you can give me.

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You might research on the East Coast Departures board, under North American Homeports.  You also might post a question on the Princess and Cunard boards, since they are the on,y other lines using Red Hook, and have been for years.  EM

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You are correct as to the lack of  park sleep and fly. Hotels do not offer transfers beyond the ones close to the airport which you wouldn't want to stay out anyway.

Post your budget and preferences on the East Coast Depatures and you will get a

https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/317-east-coast-departures/

I just read on fb that the cruise terminal parking is going up to $45/day.  That means my October 12 day cruise will cost $540.  Cheaper to Uber from NJ.

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On 2/15/2023 at 5:57 PM, SusanMK said: We are leaving out of Brooklyn NY Red Hook cruise terminal and can’t find much info on park sleep and fly which most cruise ports have. I imagine because it is NY that there isn’t any. My travel agent can only find transfers from JFK and it is $44 each way=$264, which seems pricey. We are debating just driving to the port and parking at the pier. Parking at the pier is $240. We are coming from Massachusetts so not interested in flying. This is our first cruise with MSC, and we are bringing our 10 year old grandson. We are both seniors so don’t feel comfortable with public transportation. Thanks for any info that you can give me.

We will be taking Amtrak to Penn Station (NJ not NY) in june. Only $108.00 round trip from Boston and then uber or taxi to Red Hook

23 hours ago, EllieinNJ said: I just read on fb that the cruise terminal parking is going up to $45/day.  That means my October 12 day cruise will cost $540.  Cheaper to Uber from NJ.

There might be a cap on the charge.  At the pier in Manhattan there’s a max charge of 400.

On 2/16/2023 at 8:45 PM, EllieinNJ said: I just read on fb that the cruise terminal parking is going up to $45/day.  That means my October 12 day cruise will cost $540.  Cheaper to Uber from NJ.

Good to know--thank you! We, too, are going on a cruise in October from Brooklyn (10/04). We're in CT and were planning to drive, so I'll have to see what the cost of Uber is vs. parking. 

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How did you find out which port you're cruising out of? I'm on the MERAVIGLIA 4/29. I'm flying in from Phx. I did a quick search today and thought I found that I'm cruising out of Cape Liberty. I want to fly into the closest airport. Thanks!

There were some articles posted last year. This is one of them:  https://www.travelandleisure.com/cruises/msc-cruises-to-homeport-in-nyc-starting-next-year

11 hours ago, KarenGretz said: How did you find out which port you're cruising out of? I'm on the MERAVIGLIA 4/29. I'm flying in from Phx. I did a quick search today and thought I found that I'm cruising out of Cape Liberty. I want to fly into the closest airport. Thanks!

Are you sure?  I thought all Meraviglia cruises sail out of Red Hook Brooklyn.

Yeah, I think it was an old listing in their website for Cape Liberty. All the articles I read after asking this question is pointing me to Brooklyn. So I changed my flight back to JFK. The times and the fact that it's non-stop work best for me. Thanks for your help everyone!

We're on the Meraviglia 5/21 and I just automatically assumed we'd be departing out of the Manhattan cruise terminal but later learned we'll be departing out of the Brooklyn terminal. I didn't even know there was a Brooklyn terminal. This'll be our first cruise out of New York. We'll be flying in/out of LGA and spending two nights pre-cruise in NYC so don't need parking anywhere but if we'd planned to park at the port, WHOA, $45/day is outrageous!

The ferry frrom Pier 11 / Wall Street goes straight to the Red Hook cruise terminal. $2.75. Catch the subway to southern Manhattan (2 or 3 train to Wall St) for another $2.75. It's a quarter of a mile from subway to ferry.

3 hours ago, F3rpect said: The ferry frrom Pier 11 / Wall Street goes straight to the Red Hook cruise terminal. $2.75. Catch the subway to southern Manhattan (2 or 3 train to Wall St) for another $2.75. It's a quarter of a mile from subway to ferry.

That is incorrect, the current NYC Ferry Adult one-way fare is $4.00

10 Trip is $27.50

$1.35 for Senior Citizens, aged 65 and older; Persons with disabilities; Current participants in the Fair Fares NYC program

Purchase via App, Pier Ticket Machine, or Website

https://www.ferry.nyc/ticketing-info/

On 2/28/2023 at 7:49 PM, NCMtnBoys said:  don't need parking anywhere but if we'd planned to park at the port, WHOA, $45/day is outrageous!      

LOL Typical NY prices....to park at the airport is $75 a day so $45 is bargain.  

$45 including 18.375% tax for 24 hours is a steal. You could pay $62 for four hours parking for a show on Broadway and be a longer distance to your car.

Illbcruzn4life

I have an 11 day cruise booked on another line leaving from Brooklyn. Getting ready to cancel it and just fly to florida and catch a different cruise. Almost $500 for parking. 😲  I'd rather used that money to go towards airfare.

CruisinMaterial

Another major kicker for the Brooklyn Terminal is the ship's earlier departure. It sails at 3PM? That means all aboard is at 2PM at the latest. If you're coming in from anywhere outside of the NYC metro area, you've got a very early rise to get there and forget going into NYC on a train or bus the same day coming down from Boston. You'd be biting your nails if you tried the public transit options to get to Brooklyn and the Uber/Lyft charges are up there. Perhaps with their arrival into NYC, they'll eventually move to the Manhattan terminal on the off days from when the Joy is in town (Saturdays would be free in Manhattan).

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I'm a native NYer, spent my entire school-age life in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. I'd never pay for NYC parking rates. Much better to use public transportation (fly, train, etc) or Uber if you're local. I would totally avoid having a vehicle near the cruise port unless you're really close by.

LoungerOnBalcony55

The only public transport into Red Hook is a bus. The nearest subway stop is not walkable from the terminal with luggage. 

Dumb question (perhaps), but we have never sailed out of NY before and are scheduled to for our upcoming cruise on the Mera this November. We plan to stay in lower Manhattan and take the ferry across the river, as described above. Can ferry tickets be purchased in advance, and is there a clear schedule oft their departure times?

You should all be aware...the port for the Meraviglia is BROOKLYN not Manhattan.  It is Red Hook Parking as of 4/1 is $45 per day.  As a native New Yorker...I will tell you that no matter what transportation you use it will be pricey...this is NY....and be sure to leave plenty of time to get to 

the port.  Anything can happen in this city to delay you......

2 hours ago, jcathers1 said: Dumb question (perhaps), but we have never sailed out of NY before and are scheduled to for our upcoming cruise on the Mera this November. We plan to stay in lower Manhattan and take the ferry across the river, as described above. Can ferry tickets be purchased in advance, and is there a clear schedule oft their departure times?

yes but probably easier just to buy at the kiosks at the terminals

schedules are easily google-able 

On 3/26/2023 at 5:51 AM, jcathers1 said: Dumb question (perhaps), but we have never sailed out of NY before and are scheduled to for our upcoming cruise on the Mera this November. We plan to stay in lower Manhattan and take the ferry across the river, as described above. Can ferry tickets be purchased in advance, and is there a clear schedule oft their departure times?

You are talking about NYC Ferry by Hornbolower based out of Wall Street pier runs on the East River to the five boroughs. Yes, you can purchase in advance on the cell phone app. 

Button for the app currently on the main page: Main Page:  https://www.ferry.nyc/

or the bottom of this page for Apple or Google Store:  https://www.ferry.nyc/appguide/

Adult one-way is currently $4.00, Senior 65+ is $1.35

JamieLogical

On 2/27/2023 at 11:27 PM, KarenGretz said: How did you find out which port you're cruising out of? I'm on the MERAVIGLIA 4/29. I'm flying in from Phx. I did a quick search today and thought I found that I'm cruising out of Cape Liberty. I want to fly into the closest airport. Thanks!

There is a publicly posted schedule for the NY Cruise Terminals:

https://nycruise.com/schedule/

MCT = Manhattan Cruise Terminal

BCT = Brooklyn Cruise Terminal

The Meraviglia is home porting out of the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal beginning in April.

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Enjoy year round cruises on MSC from Brooklyn, New York. MSC is an Italian company that began more than 300 years ago. It is the largest privately owned cruise company in the world. They recently added more departures from the USA.

The MSC Meraviglia is the ship sailing from Brooklyn. Features include Infinity lounge, Carousel lounge, all-weather inside promenade, Jean-Philippe Chocolat & Cafe, indoor pool, LED dome, Doremiland for kids, Aurea Spa, Sportplex, F1 simulator, flight simulator, bowling alley, and Polar Aquapark. Watch the official MSC Meraviglia video .

Some of the cruises include a stop at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve , which is MSC's private island in the Bahamas. It's designed to preserve wildlife while also providing fun for passengers.

MSC cruises from NYC go to the Bahamas, Bermuda, New England & Canada , the Caribbean and Europe .

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7-night Bahamas & Florida cruises on MSC Meraviglia. Round-trip cruise from Brooklyn/New York to Port Canaveral (Florida), Nassau (Bahamas) and Ocean Cay (Bahamas). • 2024 departures: February 4, February 11, February 18, February 25, March 3, March 10, March 17, March 24, March 31, April 7, April 14, April 21, May 19, May 26, June 2, June 9, June 16, June 23, June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28, October 20, October 27, November 3, November 10, November 17, November 24, December 1, December 8, December 15, December 22, December 29.

8-night Bahamas & Florida cruises on MSC Meraviglia. Round-trip cruise from Brooklyn/New York to Miami (Florida), Ocean Cay (Bahamas) and Nassau (Bahamas). • 2024 departures: August 11.

9-night Bahamas & Florida cruises on MSC Meraviglia. Round-trip cruise from Brooklyn/New York to Port Canaveral (Florida), Miami (Florida), Ocean Cay (Bahamas) and Nassau (Bahamas). • 2024 departures: January 6, January 26.

6-night Bermuda cruise on MSC Meraviglia. Round-trip cruise from Brooklyn/New York to King's Wharf (Bermuda). • 2024 departures: April 28, August 19.

7-night Bermuda cruise on MSC Meraviglia. Round-trip cruise from Brooklyn/New York to King's Wharf (Bermuda)(3 overnights). • 2024 departure: October 13.

Canada & New England

7-night Canada & New England cruise on MSC Meraviglia. Round-trip cruise from Brooklyn/New York to Boston (Massachusetts), Portland (Maine), St John (New Brunswick) and Halifax (Nova Scotia). • 2024 departures: May 12.

8-night Canada & New England cruise on MSC Meraviglia. Round-trip cruise from Brooklyn/New York to Newport (Rhode Island), Boston (Massachusetts), Portland (Maine), St John (New Brunswick) and Halifax (Nova Scotia). • 2024 departures: May 4.

10-night Canada & New England cruise on MSC Meraviglia. Round-trip cruise from Brooklyn/New York to Boston (Massachusetts), Portland (Maine), St John (New Brunswick), Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island), Sydney (Nova Scotia) and Halifax (Nova Scotia). • 2024 departures: August 25, September 15.

11-night Canada & New England cruise on MSC Meraviglia. Round-trip cruise from Brooklyn/New York to Newport (Rhode Island), Boston (Massachusetts), St John (New Brunswick), Halifax (Nova Scotia), Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island), Sydney (Nova Scotia) and Portland (Maine). • 2024 departure: September 4, September 25.

11-night Caribbean cruises on MSC Meraviglia. Round-trip cruise from Brooklyn/New York to Port Canaveral (Florida), Cozumel (Mexico), Costa Maya (Mexico), Ocean Cay (Bahamas) and Miami (Florida). • 2024 departures: January 15.

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If you’re needing transportation from area airports or hotels to the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal, then we have you covered.

The good news is that in a city with a mature transportation network like New York, you have a number of options in getting to the port. And if you’re overwhelmed with trying to get around the city, don’t worry, we have you covered with exactly how to get to the terminal without dealing with driving.

It’s difficult to top transportation network companies like Uber and Lyft when it comes to convenience. By downloading the app, you can call a car on demand, anywhere in the New York/New Jersey area. So even if you are flying into Newark or staying outside the city proper, you can still get a ride.

Unlike most cities across the country, rates for Uber/Lyft are roughly in line with their taxi counterparts, but it does depend on where you are coming from and where you are going. For example, if you are flying (or staying) in New Jersey and sailing from Manhattan, then you’ll be charged extra for your car going from New Jersey to New York. Uber charges $20 for going between the two states. Lyft charges $15 for passing between the two states.

Still, it’s hard to beat the convenience and high service level associated with these companies. Below, we’ve listed their estimated prices from the areas around town to the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. (Note that the taxi fares include a customary 20% tip. Uber & Lyft prices do not. Uber doesn’t use tipping. Lyft makes it optional.)

UberX – Base service, carrying up to four passengers in a typical sedan UberXL – Upgraded service, carrying up to six passengers in an SUV Lyft – Base service, carrying up to four passengers in a typical sedan Lyft Plus – Service carrying up to six passengers

If you are considering using a rideshare service, be sure to read more details about them here.

When you think of New York, one of the most iconic images is of a person waiting on the side of a busy street hailing a yellow taxi. With around 15,000 taxis in the city alone, they are a popular (and highly visible) way to get around.

If you are coming from an area airport to the Brooklyn Terminal, then picking up a cab at the airport is easy as they all have taxi stations where you can hop in. Elsewhere in the city you can have your hotel call you a cab or simply go out and hail one like a local.

We’ve listed the estimated taxi fares from popular areas to the Brooklyn port in the chart above. As you can see, they are roughly in line with rideshare services, but a few dollars more (keep in mind these estimates for a taxi include a tip).

If you are interested in seeing the estimated fare from your specific location, visit this helpful page to calculate a fare .

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The two most frequent visitors to the Brooklyn Terminal are Cunard Cruises (Queen Mary 2) and Princess Cruise Lines. Both offer shuttle service to the port.

For example, Princess offers shuttles between all three major airports (Newark, LaGuardia, John F. Kennedy) for $29 per person, each way. That’s actually a reasonable rate, however, it soars quickly since the rate is per person. If traveling with a larger group, we suggest other means to the port.

In general, cruise shuttle transfers aren’t your best deal getting to the port. First, it is expensive if traveling with more than just one or two people.. The rates shown above are per person. So a family of four is paying $29 each ($116) just to get to the cruise port, or $232 round-trip. Other options like Uber and taxis usually price based on the car, not the number of occupants.

Second, cruise transfers are extremely limited. In this case, they run only from area airports to the Brooklyn Terminal… and only on the day of sailing. So if you come in early or are staying at a hotel in the area, then the cruise line transfer isn’t a viable option.

Independent Shuttles/Car Services

If you are traveling with a larger group to the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal, then your best bet is likely to look for an independent shuttle or private car service. These providers can offer private service to the port, usually for less per person than a taxi or other service, assuming you have seven or more passengers.

To be frank, the number of shuttles and car services in the New York area is extremely high. That means we can’t list them all here. Instead, we’ve rounded up a sample list of area companies to give you a good start to go from.

The prices quoted by these companies can vary widely depending on what sort of service you need and exactly where you are coming from. However, as a general rule expect it to be a better value the larger a group you need to transport. Be sure to shop around before selecting a service as it can save you considerable money.

One other thing to keep in mind is that the prices you are quoted won’t include gratuity, which can add on another 15-20% to your fare.

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Public Transportation

If you want to, then you can take public transportation to the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal, but it will take some time and walking.

The bus that serves the port is B61. Unless you are staying along the bus line, you’ll want to catch the bus in downtown Brooklyn. The Jay Street – MetroTech Station is served by the A, C, F, N, and R lines, allowing you to transfer to the B61 bus.

While cheap, riding public transportation can be a little confusing for first timers, and stressful when you are trying to carry your bags for a cruise. You can check out the information about the B61 route and riding the bus here to help you get comfortable.

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T ransatlantic cruises are unique when you compare them to traditional cruises most people book for family trips and romantic getaways. These voyages tend to be longer in general, and they have more built-in days at sea and offer a lot more time on board as a result. Repositioning cruises that include a transatlantic crossing tend to attract more retirees and travelers who just want to relax and enjoy their ships' amenities, especially since fewer days in port means fewer excursions and more time doing nothing at all.

That said, the fact that transatlantic cruises can last as few as seven nights means they may fit in your plans more easily than you may think. There are also some benefits to transatlantic crossings that may not be obvious, including lower nightly rates, more onboard credit, and more time to kick back and relax at a floating luxury resort in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.

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Cunard Line

Date: Departs May 5, 2024

Departure port: Brooklyn, New York

Starting price: $2,449 per person (plus port taxes and fees)

Cruise length: 7 to 18 nights

In May of 2024, Cunard's Queen Mary 2 vessel will offer three different transatlantic crossings of various lengths. Choose from a seven-night sailing from Brooklyn, New York , to Southampton, England; a nine-night sailing to Hamburg, Germany ; and an 18-night round-trip sailing that departs from Brooklyn and crosses the Atlantic twice on the way back to its starting point. This unique combination of itineraries lets you cross the sea and tailor your trip to how long you want to be away from home.

The 18-night itinerary is especially interesting, since it lets you depart from the United States and arrive back in Brooklyn in the end with stops in both England and Germany, as well as plenty of sea days in between. Luxury cruise line Cunard is known for its elegant design, lush amenities and upscale feel, and the Queen Mary 2 is one of the line's most luxurious ships. Highlights on this exclusive vessel include the Royal Court Theatre, a casino, gala evenings, an onboard spa and a vast library. The Queen Mary 2 holds up to 2,691 guests with 1,173 crew to cater to your every need.

Seabourn Cruise Line

Date: Departs March 24, 2024

Departure port: Miami

Starting price: $5,949 per person (plus port taxes and fees)

Cruise length: 21 nights

Seabourn is offering a 21-night transatlantic cruise from Miami on Seabourn Quest in March 2024 that offers a diverse range of ports of call before ending its voyage in Las Palmas in Spain's Canary Islands . Departure from Miami is followed by nine days at sea. Then, you'll enjoy multiple stops in the Canary Islands – including Santa Cruz de La Palma and San Sebastián de La Gomera – as well as stops in Praia and Mindelo the Cape Verde archipelago.

This journey with Seabourn makes it possible for travelers to see some of the most beautiful and remote tropical islands in the world. The Canary Islands are known for their white sand beaches , volcanoes and lush greenery; similar landscapes can also be found in Cape Verde's coastal towns and villages. Seabourn Quest, a smaller ocean vessel, accommodates just 229 guests.

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Date: Departs Nov. 8, 2024

Departure port: Southampton, England

Starting price: $769 per person (plus port taxes and fees)

Cruise length: 16 nights

The MSC Virtuosa from MSC Cruises is repositioning from Europe to the Caribbean in November 2024, which gives travelers the chance to enjoy a lengthy transatlantic crossing with plenty of unique ports. This sailing departs from England with eight sea days plus stops in France, the Azores of Portugal, St. Maarten , Antigua and Barbuda, and Martinique . The ship ends its journey in Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe.

The MSC Virtuosa is a larger cruise vessel that boasts an impressive grand promenade with a LED dome ceiling, dedicated clubs for children and teens, an onboard spa, a lavish casino and the luxurious MSC Yacht Club section of the ship. This vessel holds a maximum of 6,334 passengers at once.

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Princess Cruises

Date: Departs July 5, 2024

Departure port: New York City (Manhattan or Brooklyn)

Starting price: $4,098 per person (plus port taxes and fees)

Cruise length: 31 nights

Princess Cruises also offers its share of transatlantic sailings on various vessels. Its 31-night crossing from New York to Barcelona, Spain , on Island Princess in July 2024 is jam-packed with exciting destinations to explore. This lengthy transatlantic voyage has only 13 sea days with planned stops in Canada's Newfoundland, Greenland, Iceland, Scotland, England, Spain, Portugal and Morocco before the journey ends in Barcelona.

This intriguing sailing experience with Princess takes passengers to eight different countries in the span of a month. Island Princess is a nice ship for a long sailing because of its smaller size, with just 2,200 passengers and 900 crew. But the ship is also large enough to have a huge selection of included and specialty dining options, a Vegas-style casino, a sports court, a large central atrium for gathering, and several pools and hot tubs to enjoy.

Celebrity Cruises

Date: Departs April 11, 2024

Departure port: Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Starting price: $760 per person (plus port taxes and fees)

Cruise length: 12 nights

Celebrity Cruises is offering a 12-night sailing on Celebrity Equinox in April 2024 that starts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida , and ends in Lisbon, Portugal – making it possible for travelers to enjoy eight relaxing days at sea. What's interesting about this sailing is its stops along the way, which include the Royal Naval Dockyard in Bermuda; Porta Delgada in Portugal's Azores archipelago; and Porto in mainland Portugal.

The Celebrity Equinox accommodates a maximum of just 2,852 passengers at once, so this Celebrity vessel is a solid choice for travelers who want just the right size ship instead of a smaller vessel or a megaship. There are also plenty of onboard features to keep you happy and entertained as you float across the Atlantic Ocean, including The Casino, The Lawn Club with outdoor games like bocce ball and croquet, The Martini Bar, the adults-only Solarium and more.

Royal Caribbean International

Dates: Departs Oct. 24, 2024

Departure port: Barcelona, Spain

Starting price: $876 per person (plus port taxes and fees)

Cruise length: 14 nights

Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas is hosting a transatlantic voyage in October 2024 that departs from Barcelona, Spain, and ends in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This vessel will make stops in Palma de Mallorca, Valencia, Cartagena and Málaga in Spain, then spend eight days at sea. After that, enjoy a day in Nassau in the Bahamas before the cruise drops passengers off in sunny Florida.

Interior staterooms on this Royal Caribbean sailing start at just $876 per person (plus port taxes and fees), which works out to around $60 per night, per person. The Oasis of the Seas megaship can hold a total of 6,771 guests and 2,109 crew, so it's an enormous vessel – to put it mildly. This size may not be ideal for travelers who want a more intimate cruising experience, but it's perfect for cruisers who want plenty of space to spread out and endless activities to take part in. Oasis of the Seas boasts 20 different restaurants and cafes, 11 bars and lounges, a variety of pools and whirlpools, a rock climbing wall, the AquaTheater diving and entertainment venue, mini-golf, a casino and plenty more.

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