Port Canaveral 2012 Cruise Guide Port Canaveral 2012 Cruise Guide
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WELCOME TOTHE port ofChoicesOnce upon a time perhaps, acruise…was a cruise…was a cruise.Good food, sun by the pool, anevening show… But today?What do you want to do?Spa your way to bliss? Surf ondeck? Watch laser beams chasethe stars? Water coaster over thesea? Eat at a new restaurant everynight? Converse with the pictureson the corridor walls?ContentsEasy Travel................................... 2Sailing Smoothly.......................... 4<strong>Cruise</strong>s.......................................... 8Recreation.................................. 13Don’t be limited. At <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong>, choosefrom our four major cruise lines, 3- to 14-dayitineraries and some of the newest and mostinnovative ships sailing……Just for starters. Then multiply the fun withCentral Florida/Orlando’s pre- and post-cruisevacation options — premier in innovation andworld-class in wonder.So many options…how do you choose? Don’tworry. With the non-stop, uncongested drive fromInterstate 95 or Orlando International Airportstraight to our gate; convenient parking closeto your ship; and terminals with the relaxingatmosphere of a tropical paradise (ahhhhh) —all the choices are good at <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong>.And you can always come back for more!Shopping.................................... 14Attractions................................. 16Dining........................................ 17Everything You Need to KnowNo matter how many new cruise options we have to offer, we won’t forgetthe other things you need for a great vacation — like practical informationahead of time to smooth your way. This <strong>Guide</strong> will help with details abouthow to get here, what to expect while you’re here, and what choices forfun await you here, onboard and off. Your travel agent or cruise line cananswer questions about your specific cruise. For even more informationabout <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong>, including videos and slide shows of pre- and postcruiseopportunities around the <strong>Port</strong>, check out the interactive digital versionof this cruise guide at www.portcanaveral.com and click on Publicationsor follow us on Facebook or Twitter to keep abreast of the latest news andactivities at our <strong>Port</strong>. There’s a lot going on!<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> <strong>Cruise</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>
EASYTra velAs far as we are from big-citycongestion, still we offer all thebenefits of great transportationlinks. No matter where you’recoming from, there is an easyway to get here…by air, by railor by highway.2
If You’re Traveling By Air…You have lots of options. There are four airports, including three internationalairports, within an easy drive of the <strong>Port</strong>. Choose the one that suits you best bychecking the availability and times of flights from your originating airport or byconsidering what else you want to see and do here in Florida.• Orlando International Airport — primary hub for air travel to and fromCentral Florida, approximately 45 minutes west of the <strong>Port</strong>• Melbourne International Airport — closest full-service airport, located 26miles or approximately 40 minutes south of the <strong>Port</strong>• Orlando Sanford International Airport — approximately one hour northwest• Space Coast Regional Airport — accommodates corporate and smallcommercial jets, only 20 minutes awayYou will find many options for getting to and from your chosen airport.Shuttles, taxicabs and limos are available outside all of our cruise terminals.Most major car rental agencies have locations a short distance from ourterminals, with complimentary shuttle service.If you’re renting a car and need driving directions from the airport, go towww.portcanaveral.com/directions.php.If You’re Traveling By Bus…Greyhound Bus Lines has two terminals within Brevard County. One is locatedat the Melbourne Airport. The closest terminal is located in Titusville, about 25miles or 33 minutes from the <strong>Port</strong>.If You’re Traveling By Rail…Amtrak has an Auto Train station in Sanford, Florida, about an hour northwestof <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> and a stop on their Silver Service line in Orlando, about anhour west of the <strong>Port</strong>. Visit www.amtrak.com for more information. See “IfYou’re Traveling By Air...” for your many traveling options between the trainand the <strong>Port</strong>.If You’re Traveling By Car…We’re located in Brevard County, right in the middle of Florida’s east coast,easily reachable by an efficient system of highways. Limited-access State Road528 (The Beachline), State Road 520 and State Road 50 are the <strong>Port</strong>’s eastwesthighway links. These highways intersect with U.S. Highway 1, Interstate95, the Florida Turnpike and Interstate 4 to provide excellent access to andfrom the <strong>Port</strong> for Florida and the nation.<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> <strong>Cruise</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>
SailingSmoothlyOnce you’ve arrived at <strong>Port</strong><strong>Canaveral</strong>, most of the ‘work’of your cruise vacation is done.Our job is to make sure thatyour trip goes smoothly fromhere, so relax and havea great time!4
Follow Easy SignageFor your comfort and convenience, the best plan is to arrive at your cruiseterminal no more than 30 minutes prior to your scheduled check-in time.Check our <strong>Port</strong> map on page 7 for your terminal location. To make reachingit as simple as possible, easy-to-follow signage begins pointing the way evenbefore you reach our borders. Large highway signs on all major approachesshould lead you to the right <strong>Port</strong> gate, where our in-port signage takes overthe job of making your destination easy to find. For those of you using GPSfor navigation, we’ve also included the addresses of our major cruise terminalsand parking garages on page 7. But if you do have any trouble, don’t worry.Any member of our <strong>Port</strong> staff will be happy to assist you.Enjoy Terminal-Side ParkingEach of our six, soon to be seven, beautiful cruise terminals has its ownparking area, conveniently located and kept secure by the watchful eyes ofour 24-hour security team. Passengers at Terminal 10 can choose betweenan outdoor parking area and a six-level parking garage whose fresh andcolorful wall art makes it easy to find. Adjacent to <strong>Cruise</strong> Terminal 8, a new1,000-space parking garage offers Disney cruise passengers a similar choice.For more information, visit www.portcanaveral.com/parking.Having your cruise ticket handy will smooth your passage through the securitygates. You can drive directly to the terminal parking lot or drop off luggageand passengers right at the terminal and then park your vehicle. Either way,you’ll love how short the journey is from car to terminal. Special parkingspaces are provided for disabled persons with specially equipped vehiclesor Florida permits. If you need a permit, you can call the State of Florida at800-983-2435 to apply.Know Parking Fees UpfrontLong-term parking fees are $15/day for vehicles up to 20 feet in length and$26/day for vehicles over 20 feet. The parking fee for the full period of yourcruise will be payable when you leave the parking area.The fee for Victory Casino <strong>Cruise</strong>s parking is $3.00 per day and is collectedbefore sailing.We accept cash, Visa, Mastercard and Traveler’s Checks issued in U.S. dollars.(Note that all fees stated above are subject to change without notice by the<strong>Canaveral</strong> <strong>Port</strong> Authority.)<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> <strong>Cruise</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>
To make it easy to find cruise ships, whichmay be berthed at a cruise terminal oneither the north or south side of the harbor,electronic signs provide clear directions.<strong>Cruise</strong> lines and ships are listed on the signs,along with the appropriate exits.GPS AddressesFor GPS users, the addresses of our terminals and parkinggarages are as follows:CT2 Terminal — 180 Christopher Columbus DriveDriving to <strong>Cruise</strong> Terminal 5 videoDriving to <strong>Cruise</strong> Terminal 10 videoCT3 TERMINAL — 220 Christopher Columbus DriveCT5 Terminal — 9245 Charles M Rowland DriveCT8 Terminal — 9155 Charles M Rowland DriveParking Garage — 9154 Charles M Rowland DriveCT10 Terminal — 9005 Charles M Rowland DriveParking Garage — 9020 Charles M Rowland DriveAll terminal addresses are Cape <strong>Canaveral</strong>, FloridaDriving to <strong>Cruise</strong> Terminal 8 videoCT6PARKINGGARAGE(July <strong>2012</strong>)DISNEYPARKINGGARAGECT5PARKINGCT6(July <strong>2012</strong>)ACRUISETERMINALSSECURITY GATERODNEY S. KETCHAMPARKPORTENTRANCEACT10PARKINGGARAGES.R. 528 BEACHLINEDAVE NISBET DR.PORTENTRANCEBTHE COVECOVEMARKETPLACEVICTORYCASINOCRUISESCHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS DRIVEBCRUISETERMINALSJETTY PARK DRIVEATLANTICOCEAN<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> <strong>Cruise</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>
<strong>Cruise</strong>sPlay on Board the Fun Ships of CarnivalCarnival <strong>Cruise</strong> Lines, the largest cruise line in the world, was one of the first cruise lines to recognize the advantagesof sailing out of <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> and continues to demonstrate confidence with three year-round homeported ships.You can board the Carnival Sensation for a 3- or 4-day cruise to The Bahamas; kick back on the Carnival Ecstasy on anew 4-day ‘long weekend’ cruise or a convenient 5-day itinerary — the perfect fit for one-week vacation schedules— bound for The Bahamas; or sail on a 7-day cruise to the eastern or western Caribbean aboard the Carnival Dreamwhere you’ll enjoy innovative Dream-class amenities: the Carnival Waterworks playground, luxury two-story spa,oceanfront whirlpools and more.Carnival SensationCarnival Ecstasy3-Day Bahamas <strong>Cruise</strong>Year-round on Thursdays. Departing CT5.DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPARTThur. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 4:00 p.m.Fri. Nassau,12:00 p.m.BahamasSat. Nassau,6:00 a.m.BahamasSun. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 7:00 a.m.4-Day Bahamas <strong>Cruise</strong>Year-round on Sundays. Departing CT5.DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPARTSun. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 4:00 p.m.Mon. Freeport,9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.BahamasTues. Nassau,7:00 a.m.BahamasWed. Nassau,6:00 a.m.BahamasThur. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 7:00 a.m.Schedules subject to change.4-Day Bahamas/FreeportYear-round on alternating Thursdays. Departing CT3.DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPARTThur. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 4:00 p.m.Fri.Sat.Sun.Nassau,BahamasAt SeaFreeport,BahamasMon. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.4-Day Bahamas/Half Moon CayYear-round on alternating Thursdays. Departing CT3.DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPARTThur. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 4:00 p.m.Fri.Sat.Sun.Nassau,BahamasHalf Moon Cay,BahamasAt SeaMon. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 7:00 a.m.10:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.5-Day BahYear-round onDeparting CT3DAYMon.Tues.Wed.Thur.Fri.Sat.5-Day KeyYear-round onDeparting CT3DAYMon.Tues.Wed.Thur.8Fri.Sat.
Carnival EcstasyCarnival Dream3.DEPART4:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.3.DEPART4:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.5-Day BahamasYear-round on alternating Mondays & Saturdays.Departing CT3.DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPARTMon. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 4:00 p.m.Tues.Wed.Thur.Fri.Freeport,BahamasNassau,BahamasHalf Moon Cay,BahamasAt SeaSat. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 7:00 a.m.9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.5-Day Key West & BahamasYear-round on alternating Mondays & Saturdays.Departing CT3.DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPARTMon. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 4:00 p.m.Tues.Wed.Thur.Fri.Nassau,BahamasFreeport,BahamasKey West,Florida, USAAt SeaSat. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 7:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.7-Day Eastern Caribbean <strong>Cruise</strong>Year-round on alternating Saturdays. Departing CT10.DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPARTSat. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 4:00 p.m.Sun.Mon.Tues.Nassau,BahamasAt SeaSchedules subject to change.St. Thomas,US Virgin Islands8:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m.10:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.Wed. St. Maarten 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.Thur./ Fri.At SeaSat. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 8:00 a.m.7-Day Western Caribbean <strong>Cruise</strong>Year-round on alternating Saturdays. Departing CT10.DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPARTSat. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 4:00 p.m.Sun.Mon.Tues.At SeaCozumel,MexicoIsla Roatan,Honduras10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.Wed. Belize 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.Thur.Fri.Costa Maya,MexicoAt SeaSat. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 8:00 a.m.7:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.9225 Christopher Columbus DriveP.O. Box 1635Cape <strong>Canaveral</strong>, Florida 329201-800-327-9501www.carnival.com<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> <strong>Cruise</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>
Follow the Pixie Dust to Disney Adventure<strong>Cruise</strong> Terminal 8 at <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> is the place where it all began — the home of world-famous Disney <strong>Cruise</strong> Line.Now it’s the only place on earth where you can experience the latest amenities and adventures fresh from the mindsat Disney Imagineering. Ride Disney Magic to 7-night adventures in The Bahamas or the Caribbean. Or experience thenext generation Disney ships, the Disney Dream, on 3-, 4- and 5-night Bahamian itineraries, or beginning in March<strong>2012</strong>, enjoy 7-night cruises to The Bahamas or the Caribbean on the new Disney Fantasy. The 4,000-passenger Dreamand Fantasy, offer impressive feats of magic and cruise-industry firsts — like the AquaDuck coaster that takes ridersout over the ocean in a transparent tube; digital portholes in all interior cabins; and corridor portraits that carryon conversations.Disney DreamDisney Magic3-Night Bahamas <strong>Cruise</strong>Year-round on Thursdays. Departing CT8.DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPARTThur. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 3:45 p.m.Fri. Nassau, Bahamas 9:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m.Sat. Castaway Cay, Bahamas 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.Sun. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 7:30 a.m.4-Night Bahamas <strong>Cruise</strong>Year-round on Sundays. Departing CT8.DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPARTSun. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 3:45 p.m.Mon. Nassau 9:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m.Tues. Castaway Cay, Bahamas 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.Wed. At SeaThur. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 7:30 a.m.5-Night Bahamas <strong>Cruise</strong>Seasonally, Departing CT8.DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPARTSun. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 3:45 p.m.Mon. Castaway Cay, Bahamas 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.Tues. Nassau, Bahamas 9:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m.Wed. At SeaThur. Castaway Cay, Bahamas 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.Fri. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 7:30 a.m.New Disney FantasyComing in March <strong>2012</strong>7-Night Eastern Caribbean <strong>Cruise</strong>Year-round on alternating Saturdays. Departing CT8.DAY PORT ASHORE ONBOARDSat. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 3:45 p.m.Sun./Mon. At SeaTues. St. Maarten 8:00 a.m. 6:30 p.m.Wed. St. Thomas/St. John, 7:45 a.m. 3:30 p.m.US Virgin IslandsThur. At SeaFri. Castaway Cay, 9:45 a.m. 4:30 p.m.BahamasSat. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 7:30 a.m.7-Night Western Caribbean <strong>Cruise</strong>Year-round on alternating Saturdays. Departing CT8.DAY PORT ASHORE ONBOARDSat. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 4:00 p.m.Sun. Key West, 12:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.Florida, USAMon. At SeaTues. Grand Cayman, 9:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.Cayman IslandsWed. Cozumel,9:30 a.m. 6:30 p.m.MexicoThur. At SeaFri. Castaway Cay, 9:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.BahamasSat. <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> 7:30 a.m.PHOTOS: © DISNEYSchedules subject to change.®Walt Disney World ®Guest InformationP.O. Box 101040Lake Buena Vista, FL 328301-800-WDW-CRUISEwww.disneycruise.com10
CT5CT10DISNEY’SCT8SR 401A SIDECRUISE TERMINALS(CT5, CT8 & CT10)MARINABEACHLINE (SR528)DISTRICTSCALLOP DR.MULLET DR.DAVE NISBET DR.THECOVEGLEN CHEEK DR.FREDDIEPATRICKPARKFLOUNDER ST.MARLIN ST.HARBORRestrictedAccessRestrictedAccessCRUISETERMINALS(B Side)CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS DR.JETTY PARKCAMPGROUNDSFISHINGPIERBOARDWALKBEACHPORTENTRANCESOUTHGEORGE KING BLVD.CHALLENGER RD.BIKE PATHN. ATLANTIC AVE.Jetty ParkEntranceThe Cove Marketplace is located at the corner ofGlen Cheek and Dave Nisbet Drive on the southside of <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong>.For a sneak peek at this great shoppingand hours of operation, please visitwww.CoveMarketPlace.com<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> <strong>Cruise</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>
DiningGreat Restaurantsand Lounges atthe <strong>Port</strong>Baja Tavern & Eats626 Glen Cheek Drive(321) 799-1616Cape Caribe(Ron Jon Surf Grill)7099 North Atlantic Avenue(321) 784-4922Fishlips WaterfrontBar & Grill610 Glen Cheek Drive(321) 784-4533Grills Seafood Deck& Tiki Bar505 Glen Cheek Drive(321) 868-2226Wine, Dine and Party on Our WaterfrontDon’t miss experiencing the fun at The Cove, <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong>’s harbor-side diningand entertainment area. Our restaurants offer a range of fare from finger foods tofull-course dinners. If you’re in the mood for seafood, where could the day’s catchbe fresher? (Yummm.) Try mahi, tuna, local shrimp, lobster… Or if you’re not in theseafood mood, how about a great grilled steak, fried gator bites, or a big piece ofbourbon pecan pie? It’s all here. Many of the restaurants have outdoor dining or tikibars, great locations for watching regal cruise ships glide by or just taking pleasure inan onshore breeze.And when the sun goes down on The Cove, the fun doesn’t end. It gets livelier —with live bands, dancing and laughter.For the latest information about cruises, entertainment andexcursions at <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong>, contact your travel agent.TRAVEL AGENT HOTLINEIf you’re a travel agent and need additional informationabout <strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> and the surrounding area, call toll-free877-386-7678 or:Visit our Travel Agent Resources pageOrder printed copies of the <strong>Cruise</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> and pre-postVacation Planner to share with your clients.Kaye’s Place102 ChristopherColumbus Drive(321) 784-0707Marco and Cinta’sItalian Bakery523 Glen Cheek Drive(321) 205-1211Milliken’s Reef683 Dave Nisbet Drive(321) 783-0100<strong>Port</strong>side Galley101 George King Blvd.(321) 868-0018Rusty’s628 Glen Cheek Drive(321) 783-2033SEAFOOD ATLANTIC520 Glen Cheek Drive(321) 784-0333Smokehouse Foods525 Glen Cheek Drive(321) 784-9300wjp9928/11-1-2011<strong>Port</strong> <strong>Canaveral</strong> <strong>Cruise</strong> <strong>Guide</strong>
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