Margaritaville at Sea to Homeport in Miami From 2027

PortMiami has announced that it will soon become the new homeport for Margaritaville at Sea, with operations beginning in early 2027.

The Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber will sail a range of four- to eight-night Caribbean and Bahamas cruises.

In its press release, PortMiami highlighted that Miami’s strategic location makes it the perfect gateway for the line’s expanded itineraries, which will include visits to destinations such as Aruba, Curaçao, and St. Maarten.

“Miami-Dade has always been a gateway to the world, welcoming visitors from every corner and sending travelers off to new horizons,” said Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. “With the Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber now homeporting at PortMiami, we’re proud to continue that tradition by connecting our community and our guests to even more unforgettable destinations across the Caribbean.”

The port, which handles over seven million cruise passengers annually, also benefits from convenient access to major U.S. and international airports, reinforcing its status as the Cruise Capital of the World.

“Welcoming Margaritaville at Sea to PortMiami marks an exciting milestone,” said Hydi Webb, PortMiami’s director and CEO. “The Beachcomber is a fantastic addition to our port, bringing longer itineraries and the brand’s signature spirit of fun and escapism to the Cruise Capital of the World. We thank the entire Margaritaville team for their partnership and trust in Miami-Dade County.”

The Beachcomber - the third and largest ship in Margaritaville at Sea’s fleet - will use Terminal C at PortMiami and undergo a major refurbishment before beginning service in North America.

“In just a few short years, we’ve gone from one ship and one itinerary to three homeports, three distinct ships, and over 25 amazing Ports of Indecision throughout the Caribbean,” said Christopher Ivy, CEO of Margaritaville at Sea Cruise Line. “The arrival of Beachcomber in PortMiami is the next big chapter in our growth, giving our guests greater accessibility, more horizons to explore and more time to unwind.”