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MV Balmoral — 8-Night Caribbean

No reviews yet🚢 MV Balmoral🗓️ Sep 18 – 26, 2026🌙 8 nights⚓ Departs GalvestonModelled date

BeachesFamily-friendlyRelaxation

A 8-night Caribbean sailing aboard MV Balmoral, round trip from Galveston, calling at New Orleans, Miami.

Route map

4 ports · 8 nights

Day 1 · GalvestonDay 2 · New OrleansDay 4 · MiamiDay 8 · Galveston

Trip highlights

New Orleans, United States
Miami, United States

Before you sail

What the fare covers, what it doesn't, and how this itinerary actually runs.

4 sea days
The pool loungers and the shaded spots go early on a sea day — by eight in the morning on a full ship, and this one carries 1,309 guests. Reserving one and leaving it is against the rules on most lines and crew do clear them, so send someone early rather than at ten.
This one earns the balcony
4 of 8 nights are at sea, so you will actually be in the cabin in daylight. Roughly $500 more per person here — the one upgrade worth arguing about on a sea-day-heavy sailing.
Day one and the last day are half-days
A 8-night cruise is really 7 full days. Boarding runs into the afternoon and you are off the ship early on the last morning.

Money on board · Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Already in the fare

Accommodation in your chosen cabin grade.All meals in the main dining restaurants and the buffet, including breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner.Evening entertainment such as shows, live music, and cabaret performances.Use of the ship's leisure facilities, including swimming pools, jacuzzis, and the gym.Most standard hot beverages like tea and coffee, along with water and some juices at breakfast.Port taxes are generally included in your cruise fare, but confirm this at the time of booking.

The drinks package

Their 'All Inclusive' drinks package typically costs around £29-35 per person, per day, including the service charge.

Break-even: This package usually pays for itself if you plan to have approximately 5-6 alcoholic drinks, or a mix of premium soft drinks and specialty coffees each day.

It is suited for guests who anticipate enjoying multiple alcoholic beverages daily, or frequent specialty teas and coffees, but less so for very light drinkers.

Gratuities: Fred. Olsen generally includes gratuities in the cruise fare, meaning there is no automatic daily charge to your on-board account. However, always check the specific terms of your booking for confirmation.
Wifi: Internet access is an additional cost, with various packages available for purchase on board. The most basic packages typically allow for checking emails and light browsing but may not support streaming or heavy downloads.

Costs that surprise people

Speciality Dining. While most dining is included, some restaurants or themed dining experiences carry an additional per-person charge.
Shore Excursions. Tours and activities booked through the cruise line in port are always an extra expense, so budget for these if you plan to join.
Spa and Wellness Treatments. Access to the thermal suite and any massages, facials, or hair services at the onboard spa are charged separately.
Photo Packages. Photos taken by the ship's photographers throughout your cruise are available for purchase, either individually or as a package.
Laundry Service. Professional laundry, pressing, and dry-cleaning services incur a fee, though some ships may offer self-service laundrettes for a small charge.
Premium Drinks. Alcoholic beverages, specialty coffees, and certain soft drinks are not included in the standard fare unless you purchase a drinks package.

Ways to spend less

Book a Drinks Package Before Sailing. Drinks packages are sometimes offered at a reduced rate if purchased pre-cruise compared to buying on board.
Bring Allowed Beverages. Check the cruise line's policy, as some permit a limited amount of wine or champagne to be brought on board for consumption in your cabin, potentially with a corkage fee if consumed in public areas.

AI-written guidance, not a quote. Prices and policies change and vary by sailing — confirm anything that matters with the cruise line before you book.

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Galveston· United States
Depart 17:00
Embark in Galveston.
Getting ashore in Galveston
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Day 2New Orleans· United States
Arrive 08:00 · Depart 17:00
The Port of New Orleans is a significant transport hub located in Louisiana, United States. It serves as an embarkation point for cruise passengers and Louisiana’s sole international container port.
Getting ashore in New Orleans
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Day 3

About the MV Balmoral

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MV Balmoral is a cruise ship operated by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, 43,537 GT, carrying up to 1,309 guests. Specifications sourced from Wikidata (CC0).

Launched: 1988
Guests: 1,309

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Trip highlights

Before you sail

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Day-by-day itinerary

About the MV Balmoral

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