Florida is cruise central. It hosts 3 of the largest cruise ports anywhere (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Port Canaveral / Orlando). It also has 2 smaller ports for even more options (Tampa and Jacksonville).
With this presence, there’s a wide variety not available in most other markets, from 3 night weekend getaways to 100+ night world cruises.
For a short break, the Bahamas is less than 200 miles east of Florida, making it a popular destination for 3 to 5 night short getaway cruises.
Both Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries are available; these are typically 6 to 14 nights long, with 7 nights being the most common.
Florida is quieter in summertime when many ships sail to Europe, but there are still lots of vacation options. This is also an opportunity to take a ship across the Atlantic ocean and arrive relaxed with no jetlag.
For someone looking to experience an engineering wonder of the modern world, you can also take a ship through the Panama Canal and finish in South America or California for more adventure.