Are you thinking of going on a cruise but unsure about the safest destinations during hurricane season? Hurricane season spans from June 1 to November 30 each year and can significantly impact cruise vacations with bad weather, canceled ports, and delays. That’s why it’s important to know the best and worst cruise destinations to take during hurricane season.
Baltic Cruise
Baltic cruises are safe cruise destinations unaffected by the Atlantic Hurricane season. You will visit beautiful Scandinavian countries such as Sweden and Denmark and Northern European countries like the Netherlands, Estonia, and Poland.
British Isle Cruise
British Isle Cruises are unaffected by the Atlantic Hurricane season. A British Isle Cruise will take you to castles and sights in England, Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland.
Pacific Coast Cruise
Pacific Coast cruises are less affected by hurricanes. That is because you’ll be sailing in the Pacific Ocean. These cruises will take you to ports in California, Oregon, Mexico, Seattle and Canada.
Alaska Cruise
Alaska cruises are one of the safest destinations to visit during hurricane season. They are unaffected by the Atlantic hurricane season. Alaska cruises are a bucket list once-in-a-lifetime cruise destination. Check out our Alaska cruise packing list (free checklist).
Mediterranean Cruise
Mediterranean cruises are another cruise destination outside the Atlantic hurricane zone. You will sail in the Mediterranean Sea, safely away from the Atlantic hurricanes. It’s a great way to visit European countries like France, Spain, Italy, and Greece. Check out Mediterranean Cruise Mistakes to Avoid
Southern Caribbean Cruise
Southern Caribbean Cruises are usually less affected by the Atlantic hurricanes. You will visit southern Caribbean countries like Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao. However, there is still a risk that your cruise will encounter stormy weather and be affected by hurricanes because most Caribbean cruises depart from Florida. Check out Caribbean cruise packing list (free checklist printable)
Western Caribbean Cruise
Western Caribbean cruises are one of the riskiest cruises to take during hurricane season. You will sail to cruise ports in Jamaica, Mexico, and Belize. Historically, Western Caribbean cruises have been impacted by the hurricane. Check out 15 Caribbean Cruise Mistakes to Avoid
Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Eastern Caribbean cruises are frequently affected by hurricanes. You will sail to ports such as Puerto Rico, St. Maarten, and St. Thomas. If you book an Eastern Caribbean cruise, be prepared for a potential hurricane ruining your vacation. Check out Caribbean Cruise versus Alaska Cruise: Pros and Cons
Bahamas Cruise
Bahamas Cruises are also frequently affected by hurricanes. These cruises are usually short sailing to Nassau and the cruise private island. Check out Bahamas Cruise Packing List
Bermuda Cruise
Bermuda cruises are also risky to take during hurricane season. Bad weather from hurricane can easily ruin your cruise vacation, resulting in more days at sea and fewer port days. Check out Bermuda Cruise Packing List