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Cruising from the Northeast
Cruisers from the Northeastern region of the United States are presented with a surprisingly diverse mélange of itineraries and cruise ship options, with departure ports available from five major coastal cities, as well as from a trio of Canadian ports just over the border. While New England and Canadian combo itineraries reign supreme in late summer and fall, cruises to sunny ports of call in Bermuda, the Bahamas, and Caribbean dominate the cruise calendar over the remainder of the year. Meanwhile, Cunard’s luxury ships (based in Brooklyn) beckon with white-glove service and transatlantic sailings that recall the glory cruise days of yesteryear.
What homeports can I sail from?
* Baltimore
* Boston
* Halifax
* Montreal
* New York City
* Philadelphia
* Portland
* Quebec City
What cruise destinations can I sail to?
* Bahamas (from Baltimore, Boston, New York)
* Caribbean (from Baltimore, Boston, New York)
* Bermuda (from Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York, Quebec City)
* Mexico & Central America (from Boston, New York)
* New England & Canada (from Baltimore, Boston, Montreal, New York, Philadelphia, Portland, Quebec City)
* Panama Canal (from New York)
* Transatlantic & Europe (from Boston, Halifax, Montreal, New York)
* World (from New York)
Our favorite itineraries:
* Holland America’s 7-night New England and Canada cruises from Boston
Ports of call: Boston, MA; Bar Harbor, ME; Halifax, Nova Scotia; Sydney, Nova Scotia; Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island; Quebec City; Montreal
* Cunard’s 7-night transatlantic sailings from Brooklyn to London
Ports of call: New York (Brooklyn), NY; London (Southampton), England
PORT OVERVIEW: BALTIMORE
Native blue crabs seasoned with Old Bay are reason enough to visit Baltimore, but there's much more to experience in this waterfront town. Take, for example, the city's revitalized Inner Harbor area; the upscale neighborhood of Mount Vernon, home to the nation's first large-scale Washington Monument; and Harbor East, where a number of hotels and restaurants are opening their doors.
Cruise Terminal: Baltimore Cruise Terminal
| Destination | Cruise Lines | Length of Sailing | Departures |
| Bahamas | Carnival, Celebrity | 6 – 9 nts | Year-round |
| Bermuda | Norwegian, Royal Caribbean | 5 – 7 nts | May – Nov |
| Caribbean | Carnival, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean | 7 – 14 nts | July – Feb |
New England & Canada | Royal Caribbean | 8 – 9 nts | June – Sept |
Find cruise deals from Baltimore on ShermansTravel.com or Orbitz.com.
PORT OVERVIEW:: BOSTON
With a resurgence in fine dining and top-notch shopping options, and a nightlife scene ranging from raucous to refined, Beantown's present is just as appealing as its storied past. Indeed, though deeply rooted in history, today's Boston is as cosmopolitan as ever.
Cruise Terminal: Cruiseport Boston
| Destination | Cruise Line | Length of Sailing | Departures |
| Bermuda | Norwegian | 7 nts | May – Sept |
| Caribbean (Repositioning) | Norwegian, Royal Caribbean | 10 – 16 nts | Oct |
| Mexico & Central America (Repositioning) | Norwegian | 15 nts | Oct |
| New England & Canada | Crystal, Holland America, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean | 5 – 14 nts | May – Oct |
| Northern Europe (Repositioning) | Holland America | 17 nts | July |
| Transatlantic | Cunard | 8 nts | July |
Find cruise deals from Boston on ShermansTravel.com or Orbitz.com.
PORT OVERVIEW: HALIFAX
This colorful Canadian city boasts the pristine beauty you’d expect of Nova Scotia, with lovely nearby beaches and numerous public parks. However, it also touts a nice cultural contrast to Mother Nature’s handiwork with its healthy offering of fine restaurants, museums, art galleries, and more.
Cruise Terminal: Port of Halifax
| Destination | Cruise Line | Length of Sailing | Departures |
| Transatlantic (Repositioning) | Fred Olsen | 13 nts | Oct |
PORT OVERVIEW:: MONTREAL
The world's second largest French-speaking city, Montréal presents a captivating mélange of old-world charm infused with the up-to-the-minute energy of North America's most modern cities. Set on the St. Lawrence River, this Canadian metropolis comprises an easily accessible patchwork of lively neighborhoods, each with its own unique joie de vivre.
Cruise Terminal: Port of Montreal
| Destination | Cruise Line | Length of Sailing | Departures |
| New England & Canada | Crystal, Holland America, Fred Olsen | 7 – 14 nts | May – Sept |
| Transatlantic (Repositioning) | Holland America | 24+ nts | July |
Find cruise deals from Montreal on ShermansTravel.com or Orbitz.com.
PORT OVERVIEW:: NEW YORK CITY
There are few more thrilling cities to visit than New York, with its dynamic, inimitable mix of world cultures, towering skyscrapers, and vibrant neighborhoods. It’s little wonder that visitors from around the globe arrive in droves to take a bite out of the Big Apple. No matter how many times you visit this famously fast-paced metropolis, there's always something new waiting for you on the next trip.
Cruise Terminals:
The New York City metro area is serviced by three cruise terminals in Manhattan, Brooklyn (Red Hook), and New Jersey (Bayonne).
Bayonne, NJ – Cape Liberty Cruise Port
| Destination | Cruise Line | Length of Sailing | Departures |
| Bahamas | Royal Caribbean | 9 nts | Starts Apr 2010 |
| Bermuda | Royal Caribbean | 5 – 9 nts | Apr – Nov |
| Caribbean | Celebrity, Royal Caribbean | 8 – 14 nts | Year-round |
| New England & Canada | Celebrity, Royal Caribbean | 9 – 14 nts | Sept – Oct |
Brooklyn – New York Cruise
| Destination | Cruise Line | Length of Sailing | Departures |
| Bahamas | Carnival | 8 nts | Nov |
| Caribbean | Cunard, Princess | 8 – 15 nts | May – Dec |
| New England & Canada | Cunard, Princess | 4 – 10 nts | July – Oct |
| Northern Europe | Cunard, Princess | 18+ nts | May – Oct |
| Panama Canal | Cunard | 15+ nts | Jan |
| Transatlantic | Cunard, MSC Cruises, Princess | 6+ nts | Apr – Nov |
| World | Cunard | 15+ nts | Aug, Jan |
Manhattan – New York Cruise
| Destination | Cruise Line | Length of Sailing | Departures |
| Bahamas | Norwegian | 7 nts | Nov – Apr |
| Bermuda | Carnival, Holland America, Norwegian, Silversea | 6 – 7 nts | Apr – Oct |
| Caribbean | Carnival, Crystal, Norwegian, Silversea | 8 – 14 nts | Year-round |
| Central America (Repositioning) | Norwegian | 15 nts | Apr |
| New England & Canada | Carnival, Costa, Crystal, Holland America, Norwegian | 4 – 11 nts | June – Oct |
| Transatlantic / Europe | Holland America, Norwegian | 15+ nts | Apr – May |
Find cruise deals from New York City on ShermansTravel.com or Orbitz.com.
PORT OVERVIEW:: PHILADELPHIA
Often called the “Birthplace of America,” Philadelphia is known for its wealth of historical attractions, including Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Not as well publicized, yet equally engaging, are the city’s cutting-edge culinary, arts, and nightlife scenes.
Cruise Terminal: Philadelphia Cruise Terminal
| Destination | Cruise Line | Length of Sailing | Departures |
| Bermuda | Norwegian | 7 nts | Oct |
| New England & Canada | Norwegian | 5 – 10 nts | Aug – Sept |
Find cruise deals from Philadelphia on ShermansTravel.com or Orbitz.com.
PORT OVERVIEW: : PORTLAND, ME
The largest city in Maine is known for more than just great lobster and clam chowder – this New England seacoast setting is also home to great shopping, numerous art galleries, and top-notch entertainment options.
Cruise Terminal: Port of Portland
| Destination | Cruise Line | Length of Sailing | Departures |
| New England | ACCL | 7 nts | Aug |
PORT OVERVIEW: QUEBEC CITY
A hotspot for history buffs and antiques aficionados, Quebec City transports visitors to another place and time, yet still manages to impress even the most progressive of epicureans.
Cruise Terminal: Port of Quebec
| Destination | Cruise Line | Length of Sailing | Departures |
| Bermuda (Repositioning) | Costa | 13 nts | Oct |
| New England & Canada | Costa, Holland America, Norwegian, Princess | 7 – 15 nts | Sept – Oct |
Find cruise deals from Quebec City on ShermansTravel.com or Orbitz.com.
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