Norwegian Gem Arrives in JaxPort to Give Cruise Lovers Another Option to Set Sail From Jacksonville

Cruise ships return to ‘extremely popular’ route for first time in two years

Norwegian Gem drops anchor in Jacksonville, adding a new sparkle to the city's cruise offerings

The Norwegian Gem will be homeport in Jacksonville from November to April every year through 2028, offering seasonal cruises to the Bahamas and Eastern Caribbean.

Norwegian Cruise Line to Sail From JAXPORT - Florida Ports Council

Norwegian Gem arrives in JaxPort to give cruise lovers another option to set sail from Jacksonville

Since 2004, Jacksonville has always had only one cruise line sailing from JaxPort: Carnival. That changed Friday with the arrival of the Norwegian Gem cruise ship.

Norwegian Gem cruise ship enters Jacksonville for the first time | What to know 🚢

The arrival of Norwegian Gem in Jacksonville is expected to enhance the city's appeal as a cruise destination, providing new vacation options for residents and visitors.

Norwegian Cruise Line Launches Voyages to the Bahamas and Caribbean from JAXPORT

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the City of Jacksonville, and the Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) today (Oct. 31, 2025) celebrated the cruise line’s first-ever voyage from Jacksonville, Fla., aboard Norwegian Gem. As announced last year, Norwegian entered into a multi-year agreement with JAXPORT to offer seasonal cruise service from Jacksonville, Fla., from November through April 2028, with itineraries to the Bahamas and Caribbean. “Our new h…