Royal Caribbean is offering three- and four-night cruises to the Bahamas, Caribbean, and Mexico with prices starting at $179. Travelers with limited vacation time or who want to experience cruising for the lowest price possible might consider taking advantage of these shorter cruise options.

The deal

When I checked, sample per-person prices for 2007 sailings included:

$179 for an inside stateroom, $244 for an oceanview stateroom, and $309 for a suite on a three-night Baja Mexico cruise aboard the Monarch of the Seas departing from Los Angeles on November 30.$199 for an inside stateroom, $239 for an oceanview stateroom, and $449 for a suite on a four-night Bahamas cruise aboard the Majesty of the Seas departing from Miami on December 3.$249 for an inside stateroom, $298 for an oceanview stateroom, $579 for a balcony stateroom, and $799 for a suite on a four-night western Caribbean cruise aboard the Enchantment of the Seas departing from Ft. Lauderdale on December 6.

All prices, dates, and booking details listed here were valid at the time of publication. Some information may have changed since that time.

It’s always a good idea to compare rates before booking, and you can use our price-comparison tool to search multiple travel providers.

To book

For more information or to book a cruise, visit Royal Caribbean’s website, call 800-722-5059, extension 80882, or contact a travel agent.

Fares are per person based on double occupancy and do not include additional taxes or fees. This offer is capacity controlled and may change at any time.

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