The Wandering Disciple

Another busy day at the port as cruise ships line the docks of Prince George Wharf in Nassau. The port is one of the busiest in the Caribbean and can accommodate the largest ship on the water, Royal Caribbean's Oasis class. This photo shows Monarch of the Seas, Majesty of the Seas, Norwegian Sky and Voyager of the Seas docked at the port while a storm closes in from the Atlantic. (Photo: April 21, 2010)

Nassau, Bahamas: With its close proximity to the United States, Nassau has become a major port of call on many cruise itineraries. These cruise ships depend upon the deep waters of Prince George Wharf to bring thousand of passengers into the city daily. The port is capable of serving up to six cruise ships at one time. The harbor was also recently dredged to allow access to the largest passenger vessel, Oasis of the Seas. The port is located in the heart of historic Nassau and within a short drive or water taxi from Paradise Island. As passengers arrive at the port and head towards the city, they enter through Festival Place. The brightly colored Festival Place welcomes the visitors to the culture of the city and features shopping, dining, information and transportation at one spot. After passing through the Festival Place, travelers exit into the city and begin the journey. Many of the major cruise lines offer a Bahama itinerary that calls on Nassau as their main port of call....