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Do you need a passport to cruise out of Norfolk?

Depending on your itinerary, you may be required to bring a passport for cruises leaving from Norfolk. Passports are not required for closed-loop cruises out of Norfolk to certain destinations. It’s advised to check entry requirements prior to your Norfolk cruise vacation to ensure you have the right documents with you. While you may not need a passport for certain Norfolk cruises, you will be required to show a valid ID card and your Norfolk cruise ship boarding pass.

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Yes, you can cancel or modify your cruise from Norfolk via the ‘My Trips’ section on Expedia. For help canceling your cruise booking, it’s advised to contact customer service. Cancellation and refund policies are determined by your Norfolk cruise line. Generally, the further in advance you cancel your Norfolk cruise trip, the more likely you are to receive a refund.

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Cruises out of Norfolk are available. Destinations include the Bahamas, Bermuda and the Caribbean. See the full schedule of departures below.

While rescue and remdiation efforts continue in Baltimore Harbor following the collapse of the Key Bridge, Carnival and Royal Caribbean will temporarily move cruises from Baltimore to Norfolk.

If more cruises are moved, we will post the information when it becomes available.

March 31: 7-night Bahamas & Caribbean cruise on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos), Half Moon Cay (Bahamas) and Freeport (Bahamas).

April 4, 2024: 8-night Bahamas & Florida cruise on Royal Caribbean . Round-trip from Norfolk to Port Canaveral (Florida), Grand Bahama Island (Bahamas), Nassau (Bahamas) and Perfect Day at CocoCay (Bahamas).

April 7, 2024: 7-night Bahamas & Caribbean cruise on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk (Virginia) to Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos), Princess Cays (Bahamas) and Nassau (Bahamas).

April 12, 2024: 8-night Bahamas & Southeast cruise on Royal Caribbean . Round-trip from Norfolk to Charleston (South Carolina), Port Canaveral (Florida), Grand Bahama Island (Bahamas) and Nassau (Bahamas).

April 15, 2024: 12-night cruise to Spain on Carnival Cruise Line . One-way cruise from Norfolk to Barcelona (Spain). Stops at Ponta Delgada (Azores), Malaga (Spain) and Alicante (Spain).

February 2025

February 16: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Amber Cove (Dominican Republic), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Princess Cays (Bahamas).

February 24: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Bimini (Bahamas), Nassau (Bahamas) and Freeport (Bahamas).

March 2: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Nassau (Bahamas), Half Moon Cay (Bahamas) and Freeport (Bahamas).

March 8: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

March 16: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Nassau (Bahamas), Bimini (Bahamas) and Freeport (Bahamas).

March 22: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Amber Cove (Dominican Republic), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Princess Cays (Bahamas).

March 30: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Nassau (Bahamas), Bimini (Bahamas) and Freeport (Bahamas).

April 5: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

April 13: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Bimini (Bahamas), Nassau (Bahamas) and Freeport (Bahamas).

April 19: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

April 27: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk (Virginia) to Freeport (Bahamas), Nassau (Bahamas) and Bimini (Bahamas).

May 3: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to San Juan (Puerto Rico), Amber Cove (Dominican Republic) and Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos).

May 11: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Nassau (Bahamas), Bimini (Bahamas) and Freeport (Bahamas).

May 17: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

May 25: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk (Virginia) to Nassau (Bahamas), Bimini (Bahamas) and Freeport (Bahamas).

May 31: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to San Juan (Puerto Rico), Amber Cove (Dominican Republic) and Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos).

June 8: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Nassau (Bahamas), Bimini (Bahamas) and Freeport (Bahamas).

June 14: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

June 22: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Nassau (Bahamas), Bimini (Bahamas) and Freeport (Bahamas).

June 28: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to San Juan (Puerto Rico), Amber Cove (Dominican Republic) and Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos).

July 6: 6-night cruise to Bermuda on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to King's Wharf (Bermuda)(overnight).

July 12: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

July 20: 6-night cruise to Bermuda on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to King's Wharf (Bermuda).

July 26: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to San Juan (Puerto Rico), Amber Cove (Dominican Republic) and Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos).

August 2025

August 3: 6-night cruise to Bermuda on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to King's Wharf (Bermuda)(overnight).

August 9: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

August 17: 6-night cruise to Bermuda on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk (Virginia) to King's Wharf (Bermuda)(overnight).

August 23: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to San Juan (Puerto Rico), Amber Cove (Dominican Republic) and Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos).

August 31: 6-night cruise to Bermuda on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to King's Wharf (Bermuda)(overnight).

September 2025

September 6: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

September 14: 6-night cruise to Bermuda on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to King's Wharf (Bermuda)(overnight).

September 20: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to San Juan (Puerto Rico), Amber Cove (Dominican Republic) and Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos).

September 28: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Nassau (Bahamas), Bimini (Bahamas) and Celebration Key (Bahamas).

October 2025

October 4: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

October 12: 6-night cruise to Bermuda on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to King's Wharf (Bermuda)(overnight)

October 18: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Celebration Key (Bahamas), Princess Cays (Bahamas) and Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos).

October 26: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Celebration Key (Bahamas), Nassau (Bahamas) and Bimini (Bahamas).

November 2025

November 1: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

November 9: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Celebration Key (Bahamas), Nassau (Bahamas) and Bimini (Bahamas).

November 15: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Celebration Key (Bahamas), Nassau (Bahamas) and Bimini (Bahamas).

November 21: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

November 29: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

December 2025

December 7: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Celebration Key (Bahamas), Nassau (Bahamas) and Bimini (Bahamas).

December 13, 2025: 6-night cruise to the Bahamas on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Bimini (Bahamas), Nassau (Bahamas) and Celebration Key (Bahamas).

December 19: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

December 27: 8-night cruise to the Caribbean on Carnival Cruise Line . Round-trip from Norfolk to Half Moon Cay (Bahamas), Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos) and Amber Cove (Dominican Republic).

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Region East Coast USA and Canada New England

Local Time 2024-04-05 16:34

Port Norfolk VA cruise ship schedule shows timetable calendars of all arrival and departure dates by month. The port's schedule lists all ships (in links) with cruises going to or leaving from Norfolk VA, Virginia. To see the full itineraries (ports of call dates and arrival / departure times) and their lowest rates – just follow the corresponding ship-link.

Norfolk VA is a major port city in southeastern Virginia (USA). It borders to the west Elizabeth River and to the north - Chesapeake Bay (Atlantic Ocean). The city has population around 250,000 (metro 1,67 million), ranking it the Virginia state's second-largest - after Virginia Beach (around 450,000 / metro 1,72 million). Four cities (Norfolk, Portsmouth, Newport News, Hampton) form together the Hampton Roads Metro featuring one of the world's largest natural harbours.

As an exclusive CCL-Carnival homeport (since 2002), Norfolk's main competitors are the homeports Baltimore MD and Charleston SC (another CCL-exclusive departure port in the USA). Currently, Norfolk's cruise business generates ~USD 153 million annually (in direct spending by cruise companies and passengers/crew), ~USD 170 million in Virginia state wages, and supports ~2800 local jobs.

Norfolk is an "independent city" (not part of any US county) and borders with two of the state's independent cities - Chesapeake (south) and Virginia Beach (east). Norfolk is considered Hampton Roads region's historic, cultural and financial center. It is also a major US military seaport, having the world's largest shipbuilding and shiprepair yard, Here are based US Marine, US Navy's Atlantic Fleet, USCG (Coast Guard), Armed Forces Staff College, Langley Air Force Base (astronaut training centre).

Popular among tourists neighboring leisure and travel destinations are Virginia Beach. Williamsburg and Jamestown. The city is at less than 2 hours drive distance from Richmond, 3 hours from Northern Virginia and 3 hours from Raleigh. The cruise port benefits greatly from the Norfolk International Airport offering 200 flights daily. The airport is just 15-20 min taxi drive from the cruise terminal. Other popular city attractions are the Chrysler Museum and Mariners Museum (with USA's largest mariner artifacts collection - maps, ship models, watercraft, paintings, scrimshaw/bone or ivory engravings and carvings).

The town was established in 1682 and its early growth was based on West Indies trade and shipping of products from North Carolina's and Virginia's plantations. However, virtually all buildings (except St Paul's Church) were destroyed during the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783). The city was rebuilt after the war and became an important maritime and shipbuilding center. Its military growth started during WW1 (1914-1918).

In 2022 started works on the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel/HRBT Expansion Project, by the contractor Hampton Roads Connector Partners (HRCP). The company contracted Herrenknecht AG (1977-founded German manufacturer of tunnel boring machines). In 14 months, Herrenknecht constructed (in Schwanau Germany) a large TBM/Tunnel Boring Machine which was shipped (via Antwerp Belgium) to Norfolk VA where was reassembled.

• The TBM has height 46 ft (14 m), length 430 ft (131 m), weight 4500 tons, total power output 8,95 MW (12000 hp).
• The TBM was launched from the South Island (Norfolk side) and bore at a daily rate of ~50 ft (15 m).
• The HRBT Expansion Project's completion is scheduled for November 2025.
• The project (budgeted USD 3,3 billion) was approved in 2017. Works started in October 2020. By the project will be expanded the current 4-lane bridge-tunnel to 6-lanes (in both directions from the interchanges I-664 to I-564), and a new 3-lane bridge-tunnel will be built to carry the eastbound Hampton-Norfolk traffic.

Port Norfolk

As port of call (on transit itineraries), the Port's business expands each year. Among the large cruise shipping companies visiting Norfolk VA are AIDA , TUI , Princess , NCL-Norwegian , plus several luxury lines with smaller vessels (like Silversea , RSSC-Regent , Oceania , ACL-American Cruise Lines ).

Currently, CCL-Carnival Cruise Line is the only company that homeports ships here (since 2002). Among the port's newly added amenities are Wi-Fi (throughout the waterfront area) and new bike lanes (cycle lanes) throughout the city.

Port Norfolk VA (locode USORF) is located in Hampton Roads Harbor (along the rivers Elizabeth and Lafayette) and is managed by Virginia Port Authority. It covers land area approx 2,3 km2 (567 acres/230 hectares), of which 131 acres (0,5 km2) are for container storage.

Norfolk International Terminals is Virginia's largest cargo facility served by Super Post-Panamax gantry cranes (rail-mounted), The terminal has 6 berths and total quay length/berthing of 2020 m (6630 ft) and max draft 15 m (50 ft). This allows docking of large container ships/boxships with max capacity 14000 TEU-containers. Port's current annual capacity is around 1,43 million TEUs. It also offers 719 plugs for reefers (refrigerated containers). Norfolk's container terminal is divided into 3 sections - South (4 berths, area size 272 acres / 1,1 km2), North (2 berths, area 245 acres / 1 km2), and Central (50 acres / 0,2 km2).

The seaport has direct rail access to Heartland Corridor (railway serving freight trains) and is also connected to North Carolina Highway 42. The Port is adjacent to highways 64 and 564, and via Terminal Blvd to Hampton Blvd (Norfolk City), with additional access to roads 17 and 58.

In November 2016, Port Norfolk and Konecranes (Finnish crane manufacturer) signed a USD 217 million contract for building and delivering 86 rail-mounted gantry cranes. The US company TMEIC is the supplier of cranes' drive and control systems.

In July 2018, a heavy-load vessel delivered at Norfolk Terminals the first 6 rail-mounted gantry cranes - part of the USD 375 million port expansion project. Construction works for expanding the NIT (Norfolk International Terminals) started in 2019 and were completed in 2020. By this 3-phases project, the Port's south stack container yard was completely redesigned and fitted with 60 new RMGs (rail-mounted gantry cranes), 10 new shuttle trucks, a total of 30 new RMG TEU stacks. Norfolk Port's annual capacity was increased by 400,000 TEUs (up to 1,83 million).

In August 2019, to the Chesapeake VA-based company Cottrell Contracting (1928-founded) was awarded a USD 10,4 million contract for dredging Norfolk Harbor's Inner Channel. The works started in December with scheduled completion in May 2020, and include pumping of ~840,000 m3 (29,7 million ft3) of sediment from the shipping channel and transporting it to Portsmouth VA's Craney Island. Such dredging works are conducted by the US Army Corps of Engineers (federal agency) and in Norfolk Harbor Channel are required every 12-15 months.

In February 2020, CCL-Carnival signed a 5-year agreement with Norfolk City for seasonal homeporting at Half Moone Cruise Center (2020 through 2025). The deal was signed by Kenneth Alexander (Norfolk City Mayor) and Terry Thornton (CCL's Senior VP of Nautical and Port Operations). As part of the agreement, Norfolk City agreed to upgrade and expand the Half Moone Terminal for handling larger ships and to expedite the traffic by installing a PBB (Passenger Boarding Bridge).

In 2021 started the seasonal homeporting in Norfolk VA of the 4700-passenger liner Carnival Magic - the Port's ever-largest cruise vessel). Season 2021 included a series of 12 roundtrips and seasonal capacity ~50,000 tourists. Carnival Magic's 2023 ex-Norfolk season was CCL's ever-longest - 6 months (May 14th thru October 22nd).

The ship's ex-Norfolk itineraries (roundtrips leaving from Nauticus Half Moone Cruise Center) visit ports in The Bahamas (5-6-day to Bimini Island, Nassau , Freeport , Half Moon Cay ), Eastern Caribbean (8-day to Half Moon Cay, Grand Turk , Amber Cove Dominicana , San Juan Puerto Rico ), Bermuda (6-day to King's Wharf ), Canada and New England (8-day to Portland ME, St John NB, Halifax NS, Sydney NS).

CCL's voyages from Norfolk to the Caribbean include 4 sea days (2 southbound plus 2 northbound).

Norfolk VA cruise terminal

Cruise ships in Port Norfolk VA dock at Nauticus Half Moone Cruise Terminal (officially "Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center", aka "Decker Half Moone Center"). This modern facility (construction cost USD 36 million) was inaugurated in 2007. It is located in downtown, on the city's Nauticus Waterfront on the Elizabeth River.

The Nauticus terminal is also close to Norfolk Airport (taxi travel time approx 15 min).

The cruise ship terminal has its own parking area (day rates USD 15) and provides shuttle bus service to and from the terminal.The facility is sized 80,000 ft2 (7430 m2 / 1,8 acres). It is adjacent to the Nauticus (maritime-themed museum and science center) and the museum ship USS Wisconsin (Iowa-class battleship launched in 1943). Throughout the year, the waterfront's Town Point Park area hosts popular festivals and various public events.

As the size of homeported here cruise liners constantly grow, the seaport considers a development project to expand the terminal's berth to allow docking of the world's largest passenger ships .

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Cruises from Norfolk January 2024

Caribbean Weather in January

Prior to your Caribbean cruise from Norfolk in January 2024, it would be wise to gain insight into the expected weather conditions for that time of year. January is considered one of the most favorable months for Caribbean cruises. This is because the weather is generally mild and pleasant, and there is less chance of encountering hurricanes or other weather disturbances. Additionally, the Caribbean islands are less crowded during this month, making it an ideal time to explore the region's stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and fascinating cultural attractions. If you're planning a Caribbean cruise in January, some of the best destinations to consider are the Bahamas, Eastern Caribbean, Western Caribbean, Southern Caribbean, and Panama Canal. Each of these destinations offers a unique experience for travelers, with its own distinct weather patterns, attractions, and activities.

Planning your Bahamas cruise from Norfolk for January 2024?

For those intending to embark on a Bahamas cruise Norfolk in January 2024, it's advisable to gather information on the prevailing weather patterns for that particular month. The Bahamas is one of the most popular destinations for Caribbean cruises in January. This is because the weather is typically sunny and warm, with average daytime temperatures in the mid-70s to low 80s Fahrenheit (24-28 Celsius). The sea temperature is also comfortable for swimming, with averages in the mid-70s Fahrenheit (around 24 Celsius). There is usually little rain during this month, making it a great time to enjoy the beaches, water sports, and other outdoor activities that the Bahamas are famous for.

Planning your Eastern Caribbean cruise from Norfolk for January 2024?

If you're considering a Eastern Caribbean cruise departing from Norfolk in January 2024, it's important to familiarize yourself with the weather conditions during that month. The Eastern Caribbean is another popular destination for January cruises, offering a mix of vibrant cultures, stunning natural beauty, and historic sites. The weather in this region is typically warm and sunny, with daytime temperatures in the mid-80s Fahrenheit (around 30 Celsius) and sea temperatures around 80 Fahrenheit (26 Celsius). However, there may be occasional rain showers, so it's a good idea to pack rain gear and plan indoor activities just in case.

Planning your Western Caribbean cruise from Norfolk for January 2024?

For those who have chosen to embark on a Western Caribbean cruise from Norfolk in January 2024, it would be beneficial to gather knowledge about the typical weather patterns during that period. In the Western Caribbean, January is also a popular month for cruises. This region includes popular ports of call such as Cozumel, Jamaica, and Grand Cayman, among others. The weather is usually warm and sunny, with average daytime temperatures in the mid to high 80s Fahrenheit (30-32 Celsius) and sea temperatures around 80 Fahrenheit (26 Celsius). However, some areas may experience occasional rain showers or cooler temperatures, so it's best to check the forecast and pack accordingly.

Planning your Southern Caribbean cruise from Norfolk for January 2024?

If you're making plans for a Southern Caribbean cruise from Norfolk in January 2024, it's important to familiarize yourself with the anticipated weather conditions for that particular time. The Southern Caribbean is another great option for January cruises, with its stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and year-round warm weather. This region typically experiences less rain and more sunshine compared to other parts of the Caribbean. The average daytime temperatures range from the mid-80s to low 90s Fahrenheit (around 30-33 Celsius), with sea temperatures around 80 Fahrenheit (26 Celsius). This makes it an ideal destination for beach lovers, water sports enthusiasts, and anyone looking to soak up some sun and relaxation.

Planning your Panama Canal cruise from Norfolk for January 2024?

If a Panama Canal cruise departing from Norfolk in January 2024 is on your itinerary, it's essential to understand the weather expectations for that time frame. The Panama Canal is a popular cruise destination year-round, including January. This engineering marvel offers a unique and unforgettable experience, with opportunities to explore the canal's locks, learn about its history and importance, and visit nearby ports of call. The weather in this region is typically warm and sunny, with average daytime temperatures in the mid-80s Fahrenheit (around 30 Celsius) and sea temperatures around 80 Fahrenheit (26 Celsius). However, there may be occasional rain showers, so it's a good idea to pack rain gear and plan indoor activities just in case.

Norfolk Cruise Schedule January 2024

Uncover the hidden gems of the Caribbean on January 2024 cruises from Norfolk, carefully crafted to showcase the region's breathtaking beauty while adhering to a convenient Schedule. January is a great month to embark on a Caribbean cruise. Whether you choose to visit the Bahamas, Eastern Caribbean, Western Caribbean, Southern Caribbean, or Panama Canal, you're sure to have an unforgettable experience with comfortable weather, stunning scenery, and plenty of activities to enjoy.

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Vision of the Seas to Sail from Norfolk

• April 3, 2024

With the port of Baltimore closed until further notice , Royal Caribbean International’s Vision of the Seas is temporarily moving to Norfolk.

According to the company, the port in Virginia was chosen as the homeport for the vessel’s upcoming cruises, which were originally set to depart from the Cruise Maryland Terminal.

“After the recent bridge collapse, Baltimore will not be prepared to safely embark guests on April 4, 2024,” Royal Caribbean explained in a statement sent to booked guests.

“After exploring all options, Norfolk, Virginia, was the best temporary alternate homeport for the Vision of the Seas,” the company added.

All passengers must proceed directly to Norfolk, where check-in procedures will take place, Royal Caribbean added.

“Space in the terminal can only accommodate a specific number of guests, so it’s critical that you adhere to your arrival time,” the company added, noting that passengers need to arrive no later than 3:30 PM.

For the April 4 departure, passengers who booked flights and transfers through Royal Caribbean and have been impacted will automatically receive emails with updated arrangements.

Guests who pre-purchased air and transfers independently are being encouraged to reach out to their carrier to arrange alternate accommodations.

“If you currently have pre-scheduled transportation for your arrival (such as flight, train travel or car rental) and incur a change fee, we will cover up to $200 USD per person for domestic changes, or up to $400 USD per person for international changes,” Royal Caribbean said.

Any new travel that needs to be purchased will also be eligible for up to $200 USD per person reimbursements, the company added.

“We’re terribly sorry for the unexpected change, your safety is always our highest priority,” Royal Caribbean said.

The City of Norfolk website points out that all cruises onboard the Vision of the Seas scheduled to sail in April are currently expected to depart from Norfolk.

Homeporting in Baltimore on a year-round basis , the Vision of the Seas offers a series of five- to 12-night cruises to Bermuda, the Caribbean, the Bahamas and Canada & New England.

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What's Happening with Norfolk VA cruises in 2024?

By OBX Cruiser July 4, 2023 in Carnival Cruise Line

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Have looked multiple times on Carnival.com and numerous other sites for cruises out of Norfolk Virginia on 2024. Website does not show any while supposedly there are supposed to be six months worth. What gives?

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Have looked multiple times on Carnival.com and numerous other sites for cruises out of Norfolk Virginia on 2024. Website does not show any while supposedly there are supposed to be six months worth. W

Thank you for your reply and link. Unfortunately,  I am on the Carnival site now, those sailings shown are for July to Oct 2023 (Magic) and Feb to April 2025 (Sunshine). No sailings are shown for 2024

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July 5, 2023

Yes, I'm not seeing any Norfolk cruises for 2024 either - weird.  I'm three hours from Norfolk and four from Charleston - so I'm still taking the cruises from Charleston

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@OBX Cruiser  I just responded to you in another thread, but Carnival Cruise Line's website seems to be up and running with  Norfolk, Virginia  itineraries available for booking. Both Carnival Magic and Carnival Sunshine will be cruising out of  Norfolk, Virginia. Please check again and let me know if you are having any other issues. 

https://www.cruisehive.com/carnival-cruise-line-expanding-cruises-from-norfolk-virginia/90583

Thank you for your reply and link. Unfortunately,  I am on the Carnival site now, those sailings shown are for July to Oct 2023 (Magic) and Feb to April 2025 (Sunshine). No sailings are shown for 2024. 

Yes, I'm not seeing any Norfolk cruises for 2024 either - weird.  I'm three hours from Norfolk and four from Charleston - so I'm still taking the cruises from Charleston

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@OBX Cruiser  That's so odd! Why do you think the cruise line doesn't have the Norfolk options available for booking right now? I found info online that states CCL will be pausing the sailings out of    Norfolk   in 2024 to allow for terminal enhancements at Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center. This could be why the line doesn't have any booking options out of Norfolk for next year. 

@SpaceCowboy9  That's another great option! You are pretty much in the middle of both Cherleton and Norfolk. As someone who has access to both, which port of call do you prefer and why?

So apparently, Carnival Cruise Line never planned on offering cruises out of Norfolk in 2024. The cruise facility there will be undergoing a major upgrade. Carnival already will return in 2025.

@Cruising Caribbean I have not sailed out of Norfolk - but I do like sailing out of Charleston - while it lasts

@SpaceCowboy9  It is such a bummer that Carnival Cruise Line will no longer be homeporting in Charleston ! Do you plan to stop cruising out of Norfolk instead? Based on your original post, it sounds like you were considering Norfolk as an option until we confirmed that CCL will not be offering cruises out of Norfolk in 2024 either! What a shame. 

Do you have any other backup options? You could always drive down south to Port Canaveral! It would be a full day's drive, but there are lots of CCL options out of there. From where you are located, it will probably take about 7 hours or so of driving, but it could be done in a day! Jacksonville  would be another great option and much closer than Port Canaveral to you!

@Cruising Caribbean for a home port, we will start cruising out of Norfolk.  We have driven to both Jacksonville and Baltimore.

The back-up is flying somewhere. Charleston (and I assume Norfolk) did not have may itinerary options, if we want something different, we'll fly.

Love flying to San Juan and taking a cruise from there.

@SpaceCowboy9  I have heard such amazing things about cruising out of San Juan. I would really like to try a cruise out of there and spend some extra time at one of the awesome resorts nearby. The tickets from the States are very reasonable too! Jacksonville has a bit more variety in terms of itineraries. It's always nice to switch up the ship too. I don't mind the same stops but I definitely like exploring the ships. I'm usually one to cruise for the ship, not so much for the stops, but I'm sure that will change once my kids get older. 

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NORFOLK — It is safe to say that most of the Carnival Legend cruise passengers did not think their vacation would end this way.

The sun had not yet risen as the cruise ship — which departed Baltimore’s port several days ago — docked at 4 a.m. Sunday at the Half Moon Cruise and Celebration Center. Downtown was quiet, many still asleep or attending a sunrise Easter service, as an impressive fleet of charter buses circled the cruise center. By 6:45 a.m., the ship’s passengers were working on their next phase of travel. For many, that meant a four-hour bus ride back to Baltimore.

Ships typically return to the port from which they leave, but when disaster struck midway through the cruise, staff had to work fast to find a port available to receive vacationers. The solution: Norfolk.

During the trip, officials closed the Port of Baltimore to all incoming and outgoing ship traffic after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed early Tuesday morning when it was struck by a container ship. The bridge carrying Interstate 695 collapsed in moments, sending several vehicles into the Patapsco River.

Last week, Carnival Cruise Line announced the ship will operate out of Norfolk, and Royal Caribbean’s Vision of the Seas will do the same. Each ship can carry more than 2,000 people.

Lines of sun-kissed cruise-goers towing suitcases began to form as the sun crested over the horizon, many donning Carnival-themed attire and fresh sunburns.

The weather Sunday morning in the Mermaid City was likely much different than conditions they were enjoying in the Bahamas just days ago. Cab drivers parked alongside buses, waiting on customers, and some spoke to each other about how Sunday was likely to be a money-maker as cruise passengers opted to rent cars or fly back to Baltimore instead of braving the bus ride.

Sandy Crow, of Manassas, and her sister Kathy Grant, stood outside Nauticus, waiting for Crow’s husband to pick them up. Crow said she heard about the bridge collapse from another passenger.

“What a tragedy,” she said.

Crow said she has been to Norfolk before, highlighting the Norfolk Mac and Cheese Festival, and the two had been celebrating a sisters’ trip together over the past week. After finding out about their future arrival in Norfolk, Crow said driving home was the preferred option.

“The captain and the whole crew was so good communicating with us. Within a day, we knew we where were going to be. It was all handled beautifully,” Crow said. “It’s about three hours (to Manassas). It’s better than taking a bus for four or five hours, and then it would be another two hours. My husband just said, ‘I’ll just drive down there.'”

As cruise ships reroute to Nauticus, the Port of Virginia is ready to receive diverted cargo traffic from the Port of Baltimore. The collapsed bridge blocks the only channel in and out of the port on the Patapsco River.  The port will be unable to receive shipping traffic until the channel is cleared , and stands to lose an estimated $15 million per day in economic activity.

Some passengers who spoke to The Virginian-Pilot said they heard the news of the tragedy from the captain, and the crew handled it the best they could. Despite the tragedy, many said the trip was still a good one although it is ending differently than they had originally planned.

For other passengers, the trip does not even end in Baltimore. Jackie Plum and her family took their Spring Break trip out of Baltimore, but they are actually from Michigan.

“When they announced that the the bridge collapsed, I think the cruise ship handled it really well. They made it as stress free as possible,” she said. “We kind of changed our plans at the last minute because so (the reroute) is adding, like, an extra four hours to our drive. Now, we have to go four hours back to Baltimore and then eight hours to Michigan. We were trying to get off the ship as fast as we can, and at the last minute, we decided to rent a car at the airport.”

For the foreseeable future, Norfolk will be welcoming more passengers, including a Royal Caribbean cruise later this week on April 4.

“You know what? Stuff happens,” Crow said. “The only thing I’m upset about is people lost their lives.”

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2,000 cruise passengers to be bussed from Norfolk back to Baltimore after bridge collapse

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BALTIMORE, Md. (7News) — Two thousand cruise ship passengers will be arriving at the port of Norfolk this weekend. They were supposed to disembark at the Port of Baltimore, but following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, that pathway is closed.

The Norfolk Maritime Discovery Center’s Nauticus will handle the cruise ship passengers' voyage to Baltimore.

Norfolk Maritime Discovery Center's Executive Director Stephen Kirkland told 7News they are prepared to process all those passengers arriving as well as another 2,000 plus passengers who will depart for a cruise from Norfolk Sunday afternoon.

“Customs and border protection, the Stevedore team that will be working the bags, our Nauticus staff members will be here, and others in the community will be here to welcome these guests. It is a community of folks that have come together saying, 'What can we do to [help] people? Let us help,'" said Kirkland.

The 7News I-Team learned Royal Caribbean has two April cruises that will now depart out of Norfolk instead of Baltimore.

What about all the ships sitting outside the Port of Baltimore with cargo containers full of merchandise?

“Our thoughts remain with the impacted families and first responders in Baltimore. We appreciate the pledge made by President Biden today to dedicate all available resources to reopen Baltimore Harbor to marine traffic as soon as possible. As those plans are finalized, we will update our future cruise guests on when we will return home to Baltimore, but in the meantime, we appreciate the quick response and support from officials in Norfolk.”

Christine Duffy

President of Carnival Cruise Line "

Leaders with the Port of Virginia told 7News they're already processing container cargo that was bound for Baltimore and expect more cargo headed their way until the Port of Baltimore reopens.

Royal Caribbean's Vision of the Seas arrives in Norfolk, diverted after Baltimore Key Bridge collapse

NORFOLK, Va. — For the second time in five days, a cruise ship diverted from Baltimore because of the March 26 bridge collapse docked in Norfolk Thursday morning.

Buses lined up outside Norfolk’s Half Moone Bay cruise terminal, waiting to take thousands of passengers debarking Royal Caribbean's Vision of the Seas back to Baltimore.

Around 8 a.m. Thursday, passengers began to disembark.

Those News 3 spoke to didn't seem to mind arriving in Norfolk instead of Baltimore.

“We just had to make some travel arrangement changes," Donna Bardin said.

“It wasn’t too surprising since we knew we’d get re-routed somewhere," Maria Posey said.

On March 31, Carnival’s Legend docked at the terminal.

Carnival Legend docks in Norfolk after Baltimore bridge collapse forces reroute

It dropped off and picked up thousands of passengers.

Like the Royal Caribbean passengers, those getting off were offered a complimentary coach bus ride back to Baltimore.

“We’re actually getting picked up," Posey said, heading to the car that would take them back to their destination in Burk, Virginia. "Norfolk seemed as good a place as any. It’s actually not too far from home, so it’s quite alright.”

“It took about 48 hours until things were finalized," Bardin's husband, Dennis, said about the ship adjusting to being diverted from Baltimore. "Unfortunately, the way things go there was a lot of speculation and then the rumors start. ‘Well, we’re going to do this, we’re going to do that.’ In the end, everything was great.”

The ship wasn't just dropping off passengers. It was also picking up the next group of cruisers.

Heather Daly is among that group. She lives in West Virginia and drove into Norfolk Wednesday night to stay in a hotel ahead of the cruise.

She said the last-minute changes were stressful, but she never thought about canceling. She is traveling with her son who has autism and says the cruise offers a program that helps people traveling with someone with autism.

“I also used to own a company where I traveled the country working the comic con circuit, so I’m used to booking parking and booking hotels," Daly said. "Before Royal even announced which port they were going to go out of, there was a possibility of Jersey or Norfolk. As soon as the bridge got hit, I booked hotels and parking in both."

Dawn Strickler was another passenger sailing out on the Vision of the Seas Thursday afternoon.

She lives in Maryland. She and her friend she's cruising with planned to drive down to Norfolk on Thursday morning. She also never considered canceling.

"I’m going for my birthday and I’ve had a rough couple years dealing with my daughter and I really need this cruise," Strickler said.

As of Thursday, the Vision of the Seas was scheduled to return on April 12.

The Legend was scheduled to be back again on April 7.

Bringing the ships in on such short notice is easier said than done, especially with preparations underway at the cruise terminal for a major renovation scheduled to start in May.

“This is a community effort," Stephen Kirkland, executive director of Nauticus, said ahead of the Legend's arrival on March 31. "Customs and Border Protection, our stevedore services locally, the entire maritime industry has come together to pull this off."

Nauticus operates the Half Moone cruise terminal.

“For us, it’s just a minor inconvenience," said one passenger after getting off the Legend on March 31. "We’ll get home at some point."

With the new ships diverting to Norfolk temporarily, a lot of people are wondering if and how they can get on one of the cruises if any original passengers cancel due to the port change.

Royal Caribbean cruises rerouted from Baltimore to Norfolk

"There's a lot of misinformation out there," Chesapeake travel advisor Kim Keizer told News 3 in an interview on March 29.

Keizer said people will have to go online and get on a waitlist.

She emphasizes, though, that the ships could return to Baltimore at any time and may only notify you 24 hours in advance if you get a spot.

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