11 Repositioning Cruises and When They Occur

9. Caribbean Short Repositionings and Inter-homeport Moves (April–May)

Within the Caribbean, cruise lines sometimes reposition ships between eastern and western homeports or shift vessels among Florida gateways in April and May. These short repositionings are often four to eight nights long and appeal to travelers who want more port variety than a standard round-trip and who prefer shorter one-way travel without a full ocean crossing. Typical ports include Miami, Fort Lauderdale, San Juan, and nearby island stops. Weather in late spring is usually favorable, though schedules avoid the worst of the approaching hurricane season.