First time cruising out of Miami in 2026? Don’t let the "Cruise Capital of the World" intimidate you. From the updated 2026 taxi rates to the newly restored SkyTrain at MIA, we’re breaking down exactly how to get from the airport to your ship without the stress.
This Miami Cruise and Embarkation guide is here to help! Discover one of South Florida’s biggest cruise destinations.
In this guide, Troy takes you "on the ground" to navigate Miami International Airport (MIA), explores the Miami Intermodal Center (MIC), and gives you a deep dive into the 11 terminals at Port Miami—including a look inside the stunning Terminal V with Virgin Voyages.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
0:55 Flying in from Ft Lauderdale ? Consider These Points!
1:59 Miami Airport
4:42 Miami Intermodal Center (MIC): Car rental, Public Transport
7:49 Hotel Overview
8:50 Candlewood Suites Miami International Airport
9:10 Port Miami (Terminals, Tips, Parking)
10:35 Virgin Voyages Embarkation
12:28 Two More Airport Services
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HELPFUL LINKS:
Candlewood Suites Miami International Airport
https://expedia.com/affiliate/ajQFGK0
PortMiami Daily Dock Report
https://www.miamidade.gov/Apps/Seaport/dailydock/Default.aspx
Wait N Rest Miami International Airport
https://www.waitnrest.com/miami/
Port Miami Parking
https://www.miamidade.gov/portmiami/parking-information.page
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