This Budget-Friendly Cruise Line Is Finally Heading to Grand Turk in 2027
- Margaritaville at Sea Paradise is adding Grand Turk and Puerto Plata to its 2027 itinerary, expanding beyond its usual Florida-adjacent ports.
If you've ever wanted to visit the legendary turquoise waters of Grand Turkwithout committing to a massive seven-night voyage (or the massive price tag that comes with it), your 2027 travel plans just got a lot more interesting.
While the 1,680-passenger Margaritaville at Sea Paradise has spent the last few years perfecting the "quick Bahamas sprint," the line has officially announced it is adding the Turks and Caicosto its permanent rotation for the first time.
This move is a "first-of-its-kind" for a ship that has historically been tethered to the closest possible Florida-adjacent ports like Nassauand Grand Bahama. By adding Grand Turk to the 2027 schedule, the line is opening up a world-class diving and snorkeling destination—famed for its "wall" dive sites and pristine white sands—to a much broader, budget-conscious audience. It's a rare chance to experience a "deep Caribbean" feel on a ship that travelers usually associate with easy weekend getaways.
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The 2027 expansion is also bringing the Paradise to Puerto Platain the Dominican Republicfor the first time, adding another sophisticated layer to its itinerary. To make these further-flung tropical stops possible, the line is introducing new five-night "Celebration Sailings" for holidays like Halloween and Dia de los Muertos. These extended trips provide the perfect sweet spot for travelers who want more than a weekend but aren't ready for a full week at sea.
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Even with these new horizons, the ship isn't leaving its "no worries" roots behind. The 2027 calendar will still feature a surge in departures for Key Westand the introduction of new three- and four-night trips to Biminiin the Bahamas. Whether you're looking to be among the first to sail this specific ship into the Turks and Caicos or you're just hunting for the ultimate Caribbean shortcut, the 2027 season is officially the biggest destination "glow-up" the brand has ever seen.
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This story was originally published by Parade on Feb 26, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
