9 Cruises You Can Still Book for This Fall

"As summer fades and crisp autumn air sets in, there's no better time to escape to sea. Fall is one of cruising's best-kept secrets: fewer crowds, cooler weather, spectacular foliage in the north, and warm waters down south. Whether you're seeking New England's fiery leaves, the glowing fjords of Norway, or the still-warm sands of the Caribbean, these still-open sailings mix luxury, spontaneity, and scenery in equal measure. Here, we've rounded up nine of the best fall cruises you can book right now."

"Departing from Fort Lauderdale aboard the Celebrity Summit, this compact cruise stops in laid-back Key West and the sun-soaked Bahamian island of Bimini. While on shore, you can tour Ernest Hemingway's home, take a trolley through Old Town, or snorkel in crystal-clear waters. Back on board, the recently "revolutionized" Summit offers everything from rooftop film screenings and a luxurious spa to contemporary dining and an adults-only solarium pool."

Autumn brings ideal conditions for cruising, including fewer crowds, cooler weather, spectacular foliage in the north, and warm waters in the south. Options range from short, four-night escapes to longer, 11-day voyages that highlight regional scenery and culture. Short itineraries like a Key West and Bahamas getaway depart Fort Lauderdale aboard the Celebrity Summit and include stops in Key West and Bimini, with shore activities such as touring Ernest Hemingway's home, trolley rides through Old Town, and snorkeling in clear waters. Recently updated ships offer rooftop film screenings, luxurious spas, contemporary dining, and adults-only solarium pools. Longer sailings showcase New England and Canadian Maritimes leaf-peeping, lobster lunches, Acadia hikes, and strolls through historic cobbled port towns.

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