BEFORE YOU SAIL
Plan your journey.
Prepare for Miami departure with practical guidance on travel, documents, flights and arrival.
Everything to plan your journey.
Prepare for your trip from Miami to The Bahamas. Explore travel documents, insurance, flights and hotels plus embarkation guidance below.
Getting to Miami.
Pharos Cruise will depart from Miami. Exact terminal and check-in information will be shared with confirmed guests closer to sailing.Flights
We recommend arriving in the Miami area at least one day before embarkation rather than relying on a same-day flight. This gives you more flexibility if your travel is delayed.Hotels
Hotel recommendations and any Pharos-specific hotel arrangements will be shared as the sailing approaches. Guests may also make their own accommodations based on their travel plans and preferred location.Choose your airport
Miami International Airport (MIA) is the main Miami option. Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is another option, with a longer transfer to PortMiami. Compare flight times, baggage costs and ground transportation.
PortMiami transfers
Arrange a licensed taxi, rideshare, private transfer or cruise-line transfer where offered. Keep terminal details accessible and allow for traffic. No Pharos shuttle or hotel block is currently included or announced.
Miami International Airport · Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport · PortMiami
Prepare your documents early.
Each traveler is responsible for carrying the identification, travel documents and permissions required for the sailing and for entry into every destination on the itinerary.What to check
- Your passport or other accepted travel identification
- Passport validity requirements that apply to your nationality
- Visa or entry requirements, where applicable
- Documentation required for minors or special circumstances
- Any cruise-line documentation requested before embarkation
Important
Travel requirements may change before November 15, 2027. Guests should verify current requirements with MSC Cruises and the appropriate government authorities before travel. Final Pharos Cruise pre-sailing instructions will be provided closer to departure.Protect the trip you planned.
We recommend considering comprehensive travel insurance soon after booking. Coverage varies by provider and policy, so review the terms carefully before purchasing.Coverage to consider
- Trip cancellation or interruption
- Emergency medical expenses
- Medical evacuation
- Travel delays or missed connections
- Lost, delayed or damaged baggage
- Coverage related to pre-existing conditions, where available
Choose the policy that fits you.
Pharos Cruise does not determine which policy is appropriate for an individual traveler. Compare providers, exclusions, limits and claim requirements before purchasing coverage.Before you arrive.
Complete all required cruise-line check-in steps, confirm your travel documents and review the final embarkation instructions before heading to the port.At the terminal
- Arrive during your assigned or recommended check-in window.
- Have your required identification and cruise documents ready.
- Complete security and cruise-line check-in.
- Board the ship and follow the welcome information provided for Pharos Cruise guests.
Final instructions
The embarkation terminal, timing, luggage guidance and other operational details will be confirmed closer to departure and may be updated by the cruise line.Departure is not boarding time
The ship departs Miami at 5:00pm on November 15, 2027. Arrive within your assigned check-in window. The final boarding deadline will be provided by MSC and is earlier than sailing time.
Plan for disembarkation
The ship is scheduled to arrive in Miami at 8:00am on November 19, 2027. Allow time for your disembarkation group, customs, luggage collection and airport travel. Do not treat 8:00am as an airport-ready time.
Choose your return flight after reviewing MSC’s final recommended flight guidance. Allow additional flexibility for international departures or flights from FLL.
Ocean Cay and Nassau
Ocean Cay arrival: Day 2 at 8:00am. Departure: Day 3 at 6:00pm. Nassau arrival: Day 4 at 8:00am. Departure: 6:00pm. Follow the daily all-aboard time, which is earlier than departure.
Pack for sessions and shore time
Bring comfortable business-casual clothing, swimwear, sun protection, walking shoes, necessary medication in your carry-on and a light layer for indoor venues. Check MSC’s current prohibited-items list. Confirm connectivity and roaming costs before using your phone ashore.
Excursions, water activities and independent transport may cost extra. Carry the ship’s contact information when ashore.
YOUR SAILING AT A GLANCE
Plan around the port schedule.
Miami departure: November 15 at 5:00pm.
Ocean Cay: November 16 at 8:00am to November 17 at 6:00pm.
Nassau: November 18, 8:00am–6:00pm.
Miami return: November 19 at 8:00am.
Times are local and subject to change. Review final cruise-line instructions before travel.