Cruise enthusiasts in the Charleston, South Carolina, area are newcomers to cruise port access, with the Port of Charleston terminal having entered the cruise travel industry in 2009. The port is serviced solely by the Carnival cruise line (other ships may dock there, but do not take on passengers), which allows travelers to board in South Carolina and sail off into destinations around the world, enjoying unlimited dining, onboard activities and a range of accommodations.
Bahamas
- Sail out of Charleston and into the Bahamas on a five-day trip aboard Carnival cruise line's Carnival Fantasy ship. Three cabin styles are available: interior (no window), ocean view and suite. While on board the Fantasy, enjoy activities such as a nine-hole mini golf course, adults-only retreat, kids activities, arcade, salon, aerobics, fitness center, piano bar, Internet room, theater and bars.The Fantasy stops in Freeport and Nassau in the Bahamas, where you can take advantage of excursions such as a glass bottom boat tour, dolphin encounter, kayaking, two-tank reef dive, snorkeling, Captain Morgan beach party, shopping and a Jeep tour.Carnival888-227-6482carnival.com
Bermuda
- Say good bye to Charleston and hello to Bermuda aboard Carnival's six-day trip on the Carnival Fantasy. Spend two days exploring Kings Wharf, opting for port adventures such as a kayak eco adventure, aquarium, snorkeling, guided island bus tour, horse and carriage ride, glass bottom boat tour, caving, helmet diving, dolphin encounter and Segway tour.The itinerary also includes three days at sea, where you can relax in your cabin (choose from inside, ocean view or suite), and try one of the Fantasy's unlimited dining options, including three daily buffets, 24-hour room service, sushi bar, two upscale restaurants and poolside grill.Carnival888-227-6482carnival.com
Eastern Caribbean
- Spend an entire week aboard the Carnival Fantasy as the ship sails from Charleston into the Eastern Caribbean. The seven-day trip includes stops in Grand Turk, Half Moon Cay and Nassau, plus three days at sea. Step off the ship and into port excursions such as a dune buggy ride, stingray encounter, horseback riding, Governor's Beach, scuba diving, blue water fishing, power snorkeling, scuba diving, a historical homes tour, conch tasting and parasailing.The Fantasy's interior, ocean view and suite cabins give you a place to unwind between ports. Explore other ship features such as a casino, dance clubs, theater, duty-free boutiques, bars, pools, an art gallery and auctions and singles mixers.Carnival888-227-6482carnival.com
