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Cruises from Port Canaveral

Explore Florida’s Space Coast and the Theme Park Capital of the World – Orlando, before you embark on a cruise from Port Canaveral with Princess®. Take a visit to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, steer a freighter simulation at Exploration Tower, venture through the Brevard Zoo, or ride on the roller coasters of Orlando’s theme parks. Whether you are looking for family-friendly activities or adventurous things to do, you’ll have amazing experiences to remember before even stepping aboard your cruise vacation.

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Sail to the Eastern or Western Caribbean on a cruise from Port Canaveral (Orlando) and island hop to top rated islands such as St. Thomas, Turks & Caicos, and Cozumel. Can't decide between the Eastern or the Western Caribbean? No problem – we have an itinerary that brings you to both regions from Port Canaveral, as well.

What to Know About Cruises from Port Canaveral

Known as the world’s most popular cruise port, Port Canaveral welcomes you to explore all it has to offer. Here’s everything to learn about your cruise from Port Canaveral (Orlando).

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• Docking:  Your cruise from Port Canaveral docks at the Cruise Terminal in Cape Canaveral, approximately 45 miles from Orlando International Airport (MCO).
• Attire:  Located along the Atlantic Coast of East Central Florida, Cape Canaveral has an overall average high temperature of 82 degrees and an average low of 62. If you're visiting the Kennedy Space Center, wear casual attire appropriate for the time of year. Always pack a bathing suit because even if the water is a bit chilly for swimming, sunbathing is a year-round sport in Florida.
• Transportation:  You can get around by Uber, Lyft, a shuttle, limousine or rental car. Want to beat traffic to the port? Take Brightline , a convenient and comfortable high-speed passenger train.

Things to do in Port Canaveral

Before getting on a cruise from Port Canaveral, or after your debarkation, add visits to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, the Exploration Tower, and the US Air Force Space & Missile Museum. Take in a day of fishing on one of the charter boats docked at the port and relax to the sound of crashing waves on uncrowded beaches. Make the most of your dream vacation by exploring the one-of-a-kind Port Canaveral on Florida’s Space Coast before your cruise or choose one of our debarkation tours. 

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Buckle up for big adventure on the Space Coast when you book a Carnival cruise from Port Canaveral, Florida. Fun in the sun is a mission easily accomplished in Port Canaveral: before or after your cruise, take time to blast off from the Kennedy Space Center, hug the turns in a stock car at the world famous speedway, and zoom through the screaming roller coasters of Orlando's theme parks. In addition to all these man-made thrills, cruises from Port Canaveral depart from a coastline of sugary sand beaches and protected islands for native wildlife.

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Sail to the Caribbean from one of Florida’s most popular home ports.

Serving millions of passengers every year, Port Canaveral is the one of the most active cruise ports in the world. The Caribbean, Bahamas and Mexico await you after taking off from the Florida coast. Whether you’re looking for excitement or relaxation, your cruise from Port Canaveral is sure to deliver in spades.

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Find the best 5-night cruise on your budget and book your unforgettable vacation today. Here you will find amazing 5-nights cruise trips around the year. Discover a wide selection of itineraries, ships, and cruise lines for your 5-nights getaway. Whether you seek a family cruise or an adult-only retreat, book now on CruiseBooking.com for an unforgettable experience.

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5 nights | arabian gulf | celestyal cruises | celestyal journey.

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5 Nights | Pacific Coastal | Holland America | Zaandam

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GO OFF THE BEATEN PATH IN ORLANDO 

With so many things to do in Orlando, you’ll quickly discover your options are limitless. From award-winning golf courses to fascinating museums and outdoor adventures, this bustling city has fun activities for every type of adventure seeker. Before you cruise out of Orlando, venture out to explore and discover for yourself why it’s nicknamed The City Beautiful.

ICONS NEVER STOP PUSHING LIMITS

The next Icon of Vacation℠ turns up the volume on family fun with unbelievable thrills, chill and wows for the whole crew. Six record-breaking waterslides and a fear-inducing challenge high above the sea bring on the screams. Seven unique pools deliver relaxation with a splash of epic views. It’s night after night to remember, with over 40 ways to dine and drink, plus entertainment that rocks the house. This is Star of the Seas ℠ — sailing from Port Canaveral, Florida beginning July 2025. 

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A BOLDER WAY TO GETAWAY WEEKEND CRUISES

Break up with your weekly routine with a weekend cruise from Miami and set sail on a memory filled getaway that’ll take you so much further than a standard staycation. Royal Caribbean® offers plenty of bolder-than-ever weekend sailings to some of the Caribbean’s most stunning shores onboard the world’s most incredible cruise ships — no days off required. Which means you can fill your year with even more bucket list adventures.

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Big Thrills Big Ships

From pristine, white-sand beaches, Calypso street bands, and rugged rainforest trails in top-rated Caribbean destinations, to Coco Locos, helium air balloon rides, lagoon-side lounging and record-breaking waterslides at Perfect Day at CocoCay — you’re in for the ultimate tropical turn-up when you sail from Port Canaveral.

UTOPIA OF THE SEAS ℠

This is The World’s Biggest Weekend. Play hard — whether it’s plunging down the longest Ultimate Abyss℠ slide yet or busting a move in the hottest clubs and lounges at sea. It’s all aboard for delicious at an all-new dining experience that sends your senses on a world tour. And upgrade winding down on a resort-style pool deck that delivers your splashiest weekend ever. 

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Wonder of the Seas

Wonder of the Seas® , brings bold year-round family adventures to Orlando. Go from conquering the slideable, climbable, underwater-themed PlayScape℠ to hanging ten on the fan-favorite FlowRider®* surf simulator. Or step to the edge of Ultimate Abyss℠ and peer into the darkness before you plummet 10 stories down the tallest slide at sea.

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Allure of the Seas

Trade the same old for way bold.  Allure of the Seas® brings on thrills of Oasis Class proportions all in one weekend. Like an adrenaline-amping zip line ride and tide-taming FlowRider®* surf. Mouthwatering Italian dishes at Giovanni’s Table. And gravity-defying shows at the AquaTheater. Plus, unplug and chill at the adults-only Solarium.

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EPIC WEEKLONG WANDERS

Take your vacay full throttle on a six- to eight-night cruise from Port Canaveral. The world’s most incredible ships blast off from the Space Coast and sail to picture-perfect western Caribbean shores. Soak in Maya culture on the coasts of Mexico. Get a taste of spiced up delicacies in the Dominican Republic. And go private destination pioneering at Labadee in Haiti or Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. You’re in for memories that go the extra isle.

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Space Shuttle, Cape Canaveral, Florida

Lift off into interstellar exploration at the Kennedy Space Center. Among interactive Mission Zones you’ll see the Saturn V rocket and the Space Shuttle orbiter Atlantis. Go behind the gates to discover historic launch sites and working spaceflight facilities, plus marvel at the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame.

Get In Character

Universal Studios Hogwarts, Orlando, Florida

Orlando is known as a land of amusements — and for good reason. The city is home to six unique theme parks, each with their own distinct thrills, including Universal Studios Orlando and Islands of Adventure. Or you can venture beyond the Big Six to Gatorland’s swampy terrain, or hit one of the many epic waterparks around town.

Outside The lines

Connect with Florida’s natural side while riding waves at Cocoa Beach or basking in seclusion at Canaveral National Seashore. Don’t miss a kayak trip through glowing bioluminescent waters, or an airboat ride through wetlands. Cruise to Orlando-Port Canaveral and swim in rejuvenating freshwater springs— or tee off at one of Orlando’s 150 golf courses.

Local Cuisine

The Cove at Port Canaveral is home to plenty of waterfront restaurants serving up fresh fish tacos and mahi-mahi sandwiches. Orlando has its fair share of celebrity chef-led, farm-to-table spots— and character meals are popular at the theme park resorts. And the Mills 50 District north of downtown Orlando is famous for its Vietnamese fare.

The shops in Historic Cocoa Village sell local handmade art and tropical décor. Souvenir shopping in Orlando is best at Disney Springs, Universal CityWalk and along International Drive. Stop by the family-owned Orange Blossom Indian River Citrus for Florida-grown oranges, grapefruits and other fruits during your Orlando cruise.

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Northern Lights: Could Florida see another spectacular show on Sunday?

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The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Space Weather Prediction Center reported Saturday afternoon that another series of coronal mass ejections was expected to arrive at Earth on Saturday, producing severe-to-extreme geomagnetic storms.

ORLANDO, Fla. - The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Space Weather Prediction Center reported Saturday afternoon that another series of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) was expected to arrive at Earth on Saturday, producing severe-to-extreme geomagnetic storms.

Canada and most of the United States were treated to a brilliant light show on Friday night and early Saturday morning. FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Ian Cassette said the lights may be visible on Saturday and again on Sunday night, which may actually provide a better opportunity.

Cassette said a weaker storm is expected overall. 

"Technically, they are forecasting a G5 [extreme geomagnetic storm] tonight again, but it just may not be at the same strength we saw last night," Cassette added. "We're going to have another opportunity again for a G5 watch for Sunday night."

NOAA said extreme geomagnetic storm conditions continued throughout the day Saturday, and there were preliminary reports of power grid irregularities and degradation of high-frequency communications and global positioning systems. However, the Federal Emergency Management Agency said that no FEMA region had reported any significant impact from the storms as of midday Saturday morning.

Northern Lights visibility forecast: Can I see them in the United States?

The aurora borealis viewing forecast, Saturday, May 11, 2024.

Brilliant purple, green, yellow, and pink hues of the Northern Lights were reported worldwide. 

In the U.S., Friday’s solar storm pushed the lights much further south than usual. The Miami office of the National Weather Service confirmed sightings in the Fort Lauderdale and Fort Myers, Florida, areas. 

Tips to see the Northern Lights

According to the SWPC, there are four factors to remember when looking to view the northern lights:

• Geomagnetic activity - this determines how bright (or not) the northern lights will be, as well as how they'll look across the sky
• Location: It is best to be closest to the northern or southern magnetic poles
• Darkness - ensure you're away from city lights to see the night sky the best. A full moon will also diminish how bright the northern lights look in the sky.
• Timing: the best auroras can be seen within an hour or two before or after midnight. The best times to see the northern lights are during the spring and fall equinoxes.

FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner captured some incredible Northern Lights images from Seminole County on Friday. He recommends that if you have a smartphone, you should consider using night mode and adjusting your exposure time to around 10 –15 seconds to capture the aurora's dance.

Other helpful tips are offered by the blog site Hello Aurora  below.

How to capture the Northern Lights on a smartphone

If you don't have a fancy camera, the blog Hello Aurora says you can still "record impressive videos under the right conditions" using an iPhone or Android. To do so, Hello Aurora recommends the following steps:

Step 1: Open your camera app and switch to photo mode

Hello Aurora says the aurora is more visible in your camera's photo mode than in video mode due to the longer exposure time used to capture a photo.

Step 2: Record your screen using the screen recording feature of your phone

Step 3: Edit

To get the best video possible, Hello Aurora recommends editing your recorded video by removing the initial segment where you activated the screen recording and cropping the screen as you like. 

When using Photo mode, Hello Aurora says this "minimizes camera shake and makes sharper images" but does vary depending on your phone model and software version. If your phone's camera quality is not clear enough to see the Northern Lights, the blog recommends downloading an external app like NightCap , to help improve visibility.

Here's to hoping you catch the elusive Green Lady dancing across the U.S. night skies this weekend. 

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On Saturday morning, SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service said on its website that service had been degraded, and its team was investigating. CEO Elon Musk wrote on X overnight that its satellites were "under a lot of pressure, but holding up so far." A SpaceX Starlink launch that was slated for Saturday night from Cape Canaveral had been postponed to Sunday .

What is a geomagnetic storm?

For most people, a Geomagnetic Storm Watch is not something to be concerned about. The watches help government agencies, power providers, telecommunication companies, and satellite operators prepare to protect systems impacted by space weather.

Geomagnetic storms can produce stronger aurora borealis, or Northern Lights, which normally occur at the poles. However, space weather can cause the lights to expand into the northern edge of the U.S.

Geomagnetic storms could become more frequent over the next year as the sun moves into the solar maximum phase of its 11-year cycle .

A solar cycle is a sequence the sun’s magnetic field goes through every 11 years, where the field flips.

The cause? Possibly a "large, complex sunspot cluster" some 17 times Earth's diameter or solar material eruptions. According to the Space Weather Prediction Center, as that material reaches Earth, we can see those coveted lights.

The SWPC said that some communications, GPS, power grids, and satellite navigation could be interrupted due to space weather, and critical infrastructure operators have been notified.

This is considered a rare event. Only three G4 storms have occurred since 2019; the last "Extreme"—or G5—event happened in October 2003. The SWPC said that one resulted in power outages in Sweden and damaged transformers in South Africa.

New Royal Caribbean cruise ship to set sail from Florida's Port Canaveral this summer

PORT CANAVERAL, Fla. - A new Royal Caribbean cruise ship will soon set sail from Port Canaveral in Florida – just in time for the summer!

The cruise line's Utopia of the Seas will make its debut in the Orlando area on July 19.

The ship comes on the heels of Royal Caribbean’s unprecedented Icon of the Seas launch in Miami earlier this year.

Officials said the ship will be the first Oasis Class ship tailored exclusively for weekend getaways.

It will offer 3 and 4-night vacations to tropical destinations such as Nassau, Bahamas, the cruise line's private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay, and Cozumel, Mexico, according to Royal Caribbean's website . 

The ship will feature:

• Royal Railway – a first-of-its-kind immersive train car restaurant 
•  Caribbean-inspired tiki bar called Pesky Parrott
• More than 40 restaurants, bars and lounges
• Five swimming pools and three waterslides
• Two casinos for a Vegas-style vacay
• A FlowRider surf simulator, rock climbing wall, mini golf, an indoor ice arena
• The longest dry slide at sea
• Entertaining shows across air, ice, water and stage