Margaritaville At Sea Review: Best Weekend Cruise on a Budget (2024)
Searching for a short weekend getaway cruise without breaking the bank but still filled with unique and fun activities? Look no further than Margaritaville At Sea.
This offshore resort experience is perfect for those who want to relax and soak up the sun, or to participate in endless entertainment.
Margaritaville Cruise is currently operating through two resorts at sea: Islander and Paradise.
Paradise ship offers shorter itineraries (2-3 days) to the Bahamas from the Port of Palm Beach, FL.
Islander ship offers longer itineraries (4-5 days) from the Port of Tampa, FL to the Mexico’s gulfs: Cozumel and Progreso.
Booking and Choosing Your Itinerary
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When it comes to booking your cruise, there are a few important things to consider. In this section, we will guide you through the process of choosing your itinerary, selecting your cabin, and exploring the dining options available on board.
There are 4 main destinations Margaritaville At Sea is offering with 2 to 5 days sailing: Grand Bahama Island, Key West, Cozumel (Mexico), and Progreso (Mexico).
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Grand Bahama Island: you can either choose 2-night getaway and 3-night weekend, embarking from Palm Beach, FL to Freeport, and back to Palm Beach, FL.
If you want to extend your stay longer in the Bahamas, Margaritaville Cruise offers additional upgrades “Cruise & Stay” where you can enjoy extra days on land at local all-inclusive resorts (excluding gratuities & $100 port fee/taxes).
Pelican Bay Hotel (Bed + Breakfast only): from $349 per person (4 nights: 2-night cruise + 2-night stay), and $499per person (6 nights: 2-night cruise + 4-night stay)
Viva Fortuna Beach by Wyndham (all-inclusive): from $457 per person (4 nights: 2-night cruise + 2-night stay), and $685 per person (6 nights: 2-night cruise + 4-night stay)
Grand Lucayan Resort (all-inclusive): from $719 per person (4 nights: 2-night cruise + 2-night stay), and $1099 per person (6 nights: 2-night cruise + 4-night stay)
For those who want to discover the Western Caribbean, Gulf Itineraries are perfect for you. These itineraries feature white beach sands and tropical oasis for all-day relaxation and exploration.
There are 4 options to choose from: 4-night Cozumel, 5-night Key West & Cozumel, 5-night Progreso & Cozumel and 5-night Key West & Progreso embarking from Tampa port, FL.
Onboard dining and accommodations
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Margaritaville offers variety of dining options from casual to specialty restaurants. The Port of Indecision Buffet gives you endless of complementary food choices with chef-attended stations, fresh salads, side dishes, pastries, desserts and more.
Fin Dining is the main dining room featuring multiple island-inspired dishes like Shrimp and Grits or Jimmy’s Jambalaya. This will ensure you have the best gathering moments with good food and good company.
If you’re feeling a bit fancier, JWB Prime Steakhouse is one of the specialty dining options you can choose from. This Jimmy Buffet’s inspired restaurant offers upscale culinary dishes while providing elegant and casual atmosphere that can help you elevate your dining experience.
Offers
Margaritaville At Sea is currently offering a variety of spring and summer deals for all cruisers. Through 2025, all cruises to Mexico, Key West and The Bahamas are 50% off. Click here to learn more.
Additionally, for a limited time through 2024, you can also get a free balcony upgrade on the Islander for new reservations only.
Margaritaville is also offering free all-inclusive cruise for all public service workers and military heroes with the GovX membership program. This is applied to only Islander cruise starting June 2024.
If you are a student, you can get up to 40% discount for all cruise fares and up to $100 on board credit.
Is Margaritaville cruise Adults Only?
No. Anyone can cruise with Margaritaville At Sea as long as guest completing the booking are 21 or older at the time of sailing.
Is Margaritaville cruises all inclusive?
Yes. Except for specialty dining, all other amenities and onboard accommodations are all inclusive with food and beverages options are complementary.
Where do Margaritaville cruises leave from?
All Margaritaville cruises embark from 2 ports of Florida: Palm Beach and Tampa Bay.
Are meals free on Margaritaville cruise?
Excepts for specialty dining with an additional cost, all meals are free and included in cruise fares.
Can you bring alcohol on the Margaritaville cruise?
Bringing alcohol on the Margaritaville cruise is prohibited.
Do you need a passport for a Margaritaville cruise to The Bahamas?
It is advised to bring your passport in case you need to leave the ship for local excursions in Mexico. Learn more about travel requirements here.
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