A beautiful shot of MSC Seascape docked at a Ocean Cays sandy beach, with a towering lighthouse in the background. A beautiful shot of MSC Seascape docked at a Ocean Cays sandy beach, with a towering lighthouse in the background.

DISCOVER BIG WITH A

MINI VACAY

SHORT CRUISES, ALL YEAR ROUND

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weekend cruises

Ready to sail away on a Mini Vacay? Cruise from Miami or Orlando (Port Canaveral) to the turquoise waters of the Bahamas and Florida, with stops at Ocean Cay, our private island marine reserve, exclusive to MSC guests with late-night and overnight stays. The best part? You can plan a weekend getaway or a refreshing weekday break and sail whenever works best for you. These quick vacations are your chance to discover big in a short amount of time.

Near the majestic lighthouse at Ocean Cay, two people skillfully paddle board across the ocean's expanse, enjoying the serene beauty of their surroundings.
WEEKEND CRUISES
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A beachfront scene featuring a docked cruise ship amidst a stunning white sand beach.
WEEKDAY CRUISES
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A panoramic view of a sprawling beach with guests paddle boarding in the clear blue water, complemented by the presence of a magnificent cruise ship elegantly positioned on the horizon.

DISCOVER A NATURAL PARADISE

All short cruises visit Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, the only private island marine reserve in the Bahamas. Enjoy nature at its best. With seven pristine beaches surrounded by protected marine life, there’s plenty to discover on your Mini Vacay.

departure ports

A vibrant street in Miami, Florida adorned with a row of multicolored buildings, complemented by the presence of tall palm trees.
MIAMI, FLORIDA
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A serene pier at sunset, surrounded by the gentle lapping of waves and the soft, golden hues of the setting sun on the sand.
ORLANDO (PORT CANAVERAL), FLORIDA
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Your Cruise Vacation Awaits

Experience a Mini Vacay for yourself. Some of our newest and most innovative ships are sailing from Miami and Orlando (Port Canaveral). Explore our ships below. 
The back of a beautiful state-of-the-art cruise ship, MSC Seashore, as it sails away on its next voyage.
MSC SEASHORE
The profile view of MSC Seaside cruise ship navigating across an expanse of ocean.
MSC SEASIDE
MSC Magnifica cruise ship gracefully sailing through the vast ocean waters, with a picturesque island in the background.
MSC MAGNIFICA
MSC Divina cruise ship elegantly sailing across the boundless ocean waters.
MSC DIVINA