Norwegian Cruise Line Just Launched Its First Caribbean Cruises From Jacksonville

Jacksonville has a new way to sail to the Caribbean. Norwegian Cruise Line has officially launched its first-ever voyages from the city, with the Norwegian Gem now homeporting at JAXPORT for the winter season. The move brings a new wave of itineraries to the region — from short Bahamas getaways to longer Caribbean journeys — as Norwegian expands its footprint in the Southeast. Sailings will operate from November through April each year through 2028. For travelers, it’s a convenient new option: Jacksonville is within a day’s drive for nearly 100 million people, with the cruise terminal lo