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Grand Cayman, Costa Maya & More

7-NIGHT ROUND-TRIP SAILING FROM MIAMI

Grand Cayman: a true Sailor’s paradise

This 7-night Western Caribbean getaway leaves from the always-magical port of Miami and spends a day acclimating to vacay-vibes with a day at sea on the way to George Town, Grand Cayman — whose 7-mile beach is only the surface of everything it has to offer. Then spend a day sailing to captivating Costa Maya before another sea-day to the bodacious beach club at Bimini before returning to Miami.

Grand Cayman, Costa Maya & More • 7 Nights

Sailing on Valiant Lady

  Day 1

Miami, Florida

Departs at 05:00 PM. All aboard 2 hrs before departure

  Day 2

  Day 3

George Town

09:00 AM - 07:00 PM, local time

  Day 4

  Day 5

09:00 AM - 06:00 PM, local time

  Day 6

  Day 7

Beach Club at Bimini

  Day 8

Arrives at 06:30 AM. Please allow up to an hour for the Gangway to open to disembark

The Virgin Voyages Experience

From captivating coasts to laid-back island vibes, the exclusively adult cruise vacation of your dreams is here.

Terminal V at PortMiami

Uniting the energy of Miami with nautical nods to the history of sailing, we’re infusing our own terminal with the same incredible ethos as our ships.

Hassle-free embarkation

Pre-upload your travel docs to the Virgin Voyages app, get Ready to Sail before leaving home, and make boarding a (sea)breeze in just a few minutes.

Easy port access in Costa Maya

Bask in the Mayan sun, go on a Shore Thing, and shop the local spots ‘til you drop. With easy access to the ship, you can come and go as you please.

Exclusive access to The Beach Club at Bimini

From private cabanas to floaty pool parties — all in a resort-like experience where you can actually let your salty hair down.

The places you'll go

From the Wynwood art scene to the world-renowned shores of Miami Beach, the Magic City is a perfect collision of relaxation and cultural exploration.

Experience the 7-mile beach, endless opportunities for outdoor adventure and unique attractions like Stingray City.

Ancient ruins, sleepy beachside villages, and natural lagoons with seven shades of blue — this Mexican port is beaming with culture, history, and beauty.

Besides exploring the islands’ incredible biodiversity, relax at our private beach club experience, Virgin Voyages Beach Club at Bimini.

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Let’s make waves

An ocean of opportunities calling your name.

WANDERLUST SATISFIED

One of the most popular islands for fun in the sun, shopping and nautical adventures for brand new cruise-goers, die-hard sailors and Caribbean lovers alike, Grand Cayman features seemingly endless white sand beaches – including the iconic 7-mile beach, unparalleled shopping, sprawling farmer’s markets, opportunities to witness local wildlife from the comfort of glass-bottom boats & get up close and personal with wild stingrays – in here every minute is a chance to live life to the fullest.

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We’re making waves from the Caribbean to the Med, the Adriatic to the Red, and everywhere in between across 4 continents. Join us on an unparalleled journey of relaxation and indulgence, and discover the things — and the people — that make each destination so special. Because we didn’t build a cruise, we created a voyage.   Get a delicious taste of the modern romance of sailing that only a Virgin brand could pull off.

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You deserve a vacation. And you deserve a deal. So we’re making both of those things happen. Wave goodbye to your routine and start planning an exclusively adult experience at sea.

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Rest Your Head

These are the spots you might be calling home. Whether you prefer coffee (or cocktails) overlooking the waves, or waking up late in your own cocoon, we're holding space for you.

Always Included Luxury

Over $1000 in value. The luxury you deserve — without the nickel & diming from the others. Look (far) beyond the headline rate.

Browse, post, and stay connected with WiFi — whenever you want, and wherever you are on the ship.

Tips & Gratuities

We've taken care of (taking care of) your servers, so we handle the gratuities for your onboard experiences. You just enjoy.

From refined dining to relaxed casual, all of our 20+ eateries — featuring menus curated by Michelin star chefs — are yours to savor.

Soda & Water

Stay hydrated with still and sparkling water, non-pressed juices, sodas, teas, and drip coffee.

Fitness Classes

Yoga, meditation, cycling, HIIT classes, and more — all your group fitness classes are covered.

Entertainment

Developed by the world’s most-talked-about producers and artists, our awe-inspiring shows are all included in your voyage.

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Cruises from Florida

Embark from Florida: A Gateway to Caribbean Wonders & Beyond

Tag: 7-day Miami

Looking for a 7-day cruise from Fort Miami, Florida?   Discover the best cruise vacations to the Caribbean and Bahamas from Miami . These cruises are the perfect getaway or last-minute vacation and offer great value over a typical cruise vacation. With accommodations, entertainment, and meals included in your cruise fare, it’s easy to discover the meaning of true relaxation. So, get ready for fun in the sun on your next seven-day cruise from Miami.

7-day cruise from Miami, Florida

A 7-day cruise from Miami to the Caribbean is the perfect way to unwind as you soak up the sun on a sandy beach and swim in blue waters. The best way to unwind and have fun is on a weeklong cruise. Pick the perfect tropical getaway from a selection of 7-day Caribbean cruise itineraries departing out of Miami. An extended trip is not necessary for a fantastic getaway. A week-long cruise is the perfect way to see the world and spend more time in your favorite destinations. Experience the laid-back culture and picturesque landscapes of the Caribbean islands on a 7-day cruise from Miami to the Bahamas , the Western Caribbean , or the Eastern Caribbean .

7-day cruise from Florida

If you don’t find the perfect cruise from Miami with your favorite ports of call, don’t worry. With so many departure ports to choose from, you can find other options for 7-day cruises from Florida. Check out seven-day cruises from Fort Lauderdale , Port Canaveral , or Tampa .

Royal Caribbean, Western Caribbean from Miami, April 26, 2025

7-day cruise to Roatan, Costa Maya, Cozumel and CocoCay on board Icon of the Seas Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: April 26, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Ship: Icon of the Seas; Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Costa[…]

Norwegian Escape, Western Caribbean from Miami, April 20, 2025

7-day cruise to Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya & Cozumel with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: April 20, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Norwegian Escape; Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya, Cozumel,[…]

Carnival Celebration, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, April 20, 2025

7-day cruise to Amber Cove, San Juan & St. Thomas with Carnival Cruises Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: April 20, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Celebration; Ports of Call: Miami, Amber Cove, San[…]

Royal Caribbean, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, April 19, 2025

7-day cruise to St. Kitts, St. Thomas and CocoCay on board Icon of the Seas Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: April 19, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Ship: Icon of the Seas; Ports of Call: Miami, St.[…]

Norwegian Escape, Western Caribbean from Miami, April 13, 2025

7-day cruise to Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya & Cozumel with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: April 13, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Norwegian Escape; Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya, Cozumel,[…]

Royal Caribbean, Western Caribbean from Miami, April 12, 2025

7-day cruise to Roatan, Costa Maya, Cozumel and CocoCay on board Icon of the Seas Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: April 12, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Ship: Icon of the Seas; Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Costa[…]

Royal Caribbean, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, April 5, 2025

7-day cruise to St. Maarten, St. Thomas and CocoCay on board Icon of the Seas Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: April 5, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Ship: Icon of the Seas; Ports of Call: Miami, St.[…]

Carnival Celebration, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, March 30, 2025

7-day cruise to Amber Cove, San Juan & St. Thomas with Carnival Cruises Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 30, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Celebration; Ports of Call: Miami, Amber Cove, San[…]

Royal Caribbean, Western Caribbean from Miami, March 29, 2025

7-day cruise to Roatan, Costa Maya, Cozumel and CocoCay on board Icon of the Seas Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 29, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Ship: Icon of the Seas; Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Costa[…]

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, March 23, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 23, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Norwegian Encore; Ports of Call: Miami, Puerto Plata,[…]

Norwegian Joy, Western Caribbean from Miami, March 22, 2025

7-day cruise to Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya & Cozumel with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 22, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Norwegian Joy; Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya, Cozumel,[…]

Royal Caribbean, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, March 22, 2025

7-day cruise to St. Kitts, St. Thomas and CocoCay on board Icon of the Seas Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 22, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Ship: Icon of the Seas; Ports of Call: Miami, St.[…]

Oceania Vista, Western Caribbean from Miami, March 20, 2025

7-day cruise to Costa Maya, Harvest Caye, Roatan and Cozumel with Oceania Cruises Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 20, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Oceania Cruises; Cruise Ship: Vista; Ports of Call: Miami, Costa Maya, Harvest Caye, Roatan,[…]

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, March 16, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 16, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Norwegian Encore; Ports of Call: Miami, Puerto Plata,[…]

Norwegian Joy, Western Caribbean from Miami, March 15, 2025

7-day cruise to Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya & Cozumel with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 15, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Norwegian Joy; Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya, Cozumel,[…]

Royal Caribbean, Western Caribbean from Miami, March 15, 2025

7-day cruise to Roatan, Costa Maya, Cozumel and CocoCay on board Icon of the Seas Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 15, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Ship: Icon of the Seas; Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Costa[…]

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, March 9, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 9, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Norwegian Encore; Ports of Call: Miami, Puerto Plata,[…]

Carnival Celebration, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, March 9, 2025

7-day cruise to Amber Cove, San Juan & St. Thomas with Carnival Cruises Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 9, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Celebration; Ports of Call: Miami, Amber Cove, San[…]

Norwegian Joy, Western Caribbean from Miami, March 8, 2025

7-day cruise to Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya & Cozumel with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 8, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Norwegian Joy; Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya, Cozumel,[…]

Royal Caribbean, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, March 8, 2025

7-day cruise to St. Maarten, St. Thomas and CocoCay on board Icon of the Seas Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 8, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Ship: Icon of the Seas; Ports of Call: Miami, St.[…]

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, March 2, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 2, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Norwegian Encore; Ports of Call: Miami, Puerto Plata,[…]

Oceania Vista, Western Caribbean from Miami, March 2, 2025

7-day cruise to Costa Maya, Harvest Caye, Roatan and Cozumel with Oceania Cruises Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 2, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Oceania Cruises; Cruise Ship: Vista; Ports of Call: Miami, Costa Maya, Harvest Caye, Roatan,[…]

Royal Caribbean, Western Caribbean from Miami, March 1, 2025

7-day cruise to Roatan, Costa Maya, Cozumel and CocoCay on board Icon of the Seas Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: March 1, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Ship: Icon of the Seas; Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Costa[…]

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, February 23, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: February 23, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Norwegian Encore; Ports of Call: Miami, Puerto Plata,[…]

Carnival Celebration, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, February 23, 2025

7-day cruise to Amber Cove, San Juan & St. Thomas with Carnival Cruises Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: February 23, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Celebration; Ports of Call: Miami, Amber Cove, San[…]

Royal Caribbean, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, February 22, 2025

7-day cruise to St. Kitts, St. Thomas and CocoCay on board Icon of the Seas Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: February 22, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Ship: Icon of the Seas; Ports of Call: Miami, St.[…]

Norwegian Encore, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, February 16, 2025

7-day cruise to Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: February 16, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Norwegian Encore; Ports of Call: Miami, Puerto Plata,[…]

Carnival Celebration, Western Caribbean from Miami, February 16, 2025

7-day cruise to Mexico & Honduras with Carnival Cruises Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: February 16, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Carnival Celebration; Ports of Call: Miami, Cozumel, Costa Maya, Mahogany Bay, Miami; Enjoy[…]

Norwegian Bliss, Western Caribbean from Miami, February 15, 2025

7-day cruise to Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya & Cozumel with NCL Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: February 15, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line; Cruise Ship: Norwegian Bliss; Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya, Cozumel,[…]

Royal Caribbean, Western Caribbean from Miami, February 15, 2025

7-day cruise to Roatan, Costa Maya, Cozumel and CocoCay on board Icon of the Seas Cruising from: Miami, Florida; Departure Date: February 15, 2025; Duration: 7-day cruise; Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Ship: Icon of the Seas; Ports of Call: Miami, Roatan, Costa[…]

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Contemporary and family-friendly cruising with distinct Mediterranean influences on everything from the line’s style and décor to cuisine and onboard entertainment

A cruise to the Eastern Caribbean with MSC Cruises offers something for everyone - from the beautiful scenery and excellent cuisine, to the exciting activities.

In Miami, you’ll enjoy a small taste of the tropical weather many of you will experience during your cruise, and you’ll see why Miami is one of the most popular places to live in America.

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7-day Norwegian Cruise from Miami

Norwegian Cruise Line Ships Departing from Miami on a 7-day Cruise

• Norwegian Aqua : A new ship offering the latest in luxury and entertainment, featuring top-tier amenities and spacious accommodations.
• Norwegian Bliss : Known for its race track at sea and laser tag, offering adventurous activities alongside luxurious amenities.
• Norwegian Breakaway : Offers a mix of fun and relaxation with a wide array of dining options, Broadway shows, and The Waterfront outdoor promenade.
• Norwegian Encore : Features top-notch entertainment including Broadway musicals, augmented reality games, and a large outdoor race track.
• Norwegian Escape : Hosts a wide variety of restaurants, bars, and entertainment options, catering to families and solo travelers alike.
• Norwegian Jade : Recently refurbished, focusing on offering a wide variety of dining and entertainment options.
• Norwegian Joy : Tailored for excitement and relaxation with features like a go-kart track, virtual reality complex, and luxurious spa.

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7-day Western Caribbean cruise from Miami onboard Norwegian Joy

Departure Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024

Line Name: Norwegian Cruise Line

Ship Name: Norwegian Joy

Duration: 7-day cruise

Cruise Type: Roundtrip cruise

Ports of Call: Miami (5:00pm), Roatan (10:00am-6:00pm), Harvest Caye (8:00am-5:00pm), Costa Maya (8:00am-5:00pm), Cozumel (8:00am-6:00pm), Miami (7:00am);

Departure Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024

Departure Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024

Departure Date: Saturday, November 23, 2024

7-day Eastern Caribbean cruise from Miami onboard Norwegian Breakaway

Departure Date: Sunday, November 24, 2024

Ship Name: Norwegian Breakaway

Ports of Call: Miami (5:30pm), Puerto Plata (7:00am-4:00pm), St. Thomas (11:00am-7:00pm), Tortola (6:00am-2:00pm), Great Stirrup Cay (10:00am-6:00pm), Miami (7:00am);

7-day Western Caribbean cruise from Miami onboard Norwegian Jade

Departure Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024

Ship Name: Norwegian Jade

Ports of Call: Miami (5:30pm), Costa Maya (7:00am-5:00pm), Roatan (7:00am-5:00pm), Harvest Caye (7:00am-2:00pm), Cozumel (10:00am-8:00pm), Miami (7:00am);

Departure Date: Saturday, December 14, 2024

7-day Eastern Caribbean cruise from Miami onboard Norwegian Encore

Departure Date: Sunday, December 15, 2024

Ship Name: Norwegian Encore

Ports of Call: Miami (5:30pm), Puerto Plata (7:00am-4:00pm), St. Thomas (11:00am-7:00pm), Tortola (6:00am-1:00pm), Great Stirrup Cay (10:00am-7:00pm), Miami (7:00am);

7-day Western Caribbean cruise from Miami onboard Norwegian Bliss

Departure Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024

Ship Name: Norwegian Bliss

Cruise Type: Holiday cruise

Ports of Call: Miami (5:30pm), Roatan (10:00am-6:00pm), Harvest Caye (8:00am-5:00pm), Costa Maya (8:00am-5:00pm), Cozumel (8:00am-6:00pm), Miami (7:00am);

Departure Date: Sunday, December 22, 2024

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A Looming East Coast Port Strike Could Shake the Economy

Businesses are preparing for a strike by dockworkers on the East and Gulf Coasts, which could begin Oct. 1 if negotiations don’t yield a new contract.

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By Peter Eavis

With dockworkers on the East and Gulf Coasts threatening to strike on Oct. 1, businesses have been accelerating imports, redirecting cargo and pleading with the Biden administration to prevent a walkout.

Some importers started ordering Christmas goods four months earlier than usual to get them through the ports before a labor contract between the operators of port terminals and the International Longshoremen’s Association expires next Monday.

Many shipments have been diverted to West Coast ports, where dockworkers belong to a different union that agreed to a new contract last year . The ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles say they are handling at least as many containers as they did during the pandemic shipping boom of 2021-22.

Despite those measures — and all the problem-solving skills that supply chain managers developed during the turbulence of recent years — a short strike could lead to significant disruptions. JPMorgan transportation analysts estimate that a strike could cost the economy $5 billion a day, or about 6 percent of gross domestic product, expressed daily. For each day the ports are shut down, the analysts said, it would take roughly six days to clear the backlog.

Chris Butler, the chief executive of the National Tree Company, which sells artificial Christmas trees and other decorations, said his company had brought in goods early and made greater use of West Coast ports. But he estimated that 15 percent of his goods would still be stranded by a port strike.

“I’m very unhappy,” said Mr. Butler, who is based in northern New Jersey. “We’re doing everything we can to mitigate it. But there’s only so much you can do when you’re at the mercy of these ports.”

Just over half of imported apparel, footwear and accessories come through East Coast ports, according to Stephen Lamar, the president of the American Apparel and Footwear Association. While his industry has made significant preparations for a strike, he said, “with logistics we should never be surprised when last-minute hurdles come along.”

Last week, scores of trade groups sent a letter to the Biden administration, imploring it to help forge a deal between the I.L.A. and the United States Maritime Alliance, a group of companies that move cargo at ports.

The alliance said on Monday that it had been unable to schedule a meeting with the I.L.A., adding that it had been contacted by the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, a government agency that helps management and unions negotiate labor contracts.

In its own statement on Monday, the union disputed the idea that it was refusing to negotiate and said the alliance was offering wage increases that were unacceptably low.

There hasn’t been a strike across all the East and Gulf Coast ports since 1977, when a walkout slammed some retailers ahead of the holidays .

Administration officials have said President Biden is not planning to force dockworkers back to work, which the 1947 Taft-Hartley Act authorizes him to do. Beth Rooney, director of the Port of New York and New Jersey, said last week that invoking the act would be “our best scenario next to there being a settlement.”

A strike would close huge container ports in New Jersey, Virginia, Georgia and Texas. It would include the Port of Baltimore, a big hub for the import and export of vehicles and heavy machinery that fully reopened in June after a container ship crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March. Significant food trade goes through the East and Gulf Coast ports, including a major share of orange juice imports through a facility in Newark. Facilities for cruise ships are likely to keep operating, officials said.

The I.L.A., which has over 47,000 members, and the Maritime Alliance have not met in person since June, when the union broke off talks over what it claimed was unauthorized use of labor-saving technology at a port in Mobile, Ala. And it wants to increase wages, which have been significantly eroded by the high inflation of the past few years.

East and Gulf Coast longshoremen with six or more years’ experience currently earn $39 per hour, up 11 percent since the start of their expiring six-year contract. Over the same period, inflation is 24 percent.

Neither the union nor management is making its wage proposal public, but The Journal of Commerce, a publication that focuses on trade, reported recently that the I.L.A. sought a $5-per-hour increase for each year of the contract’s six-year term, while management has proposed a $2.50-per-hour annual raise.

“My I.L.A. members are not going to accept these insulting offers that are a joke considering the work my I.L.A. longshore workers perform, and the billion-dollar profits the companies make off the backs of their labor,” Harold J. Daggett, the union’s president, said in a statement on Monday.

The I.L.A. declined to answer emailed questions. The alliance also declined to comment.

A vast majority of goods going in and out of the United States pass through marine ports, giving the two main dockworkers’ unions significant leverage, which they have used over the years to secure raises and, at some ports, lucrative pensions and other benefits.

West Coast longshore workers on average earned nearly $220,000 last year, according to management, and currently make nearly $55 an hour. At the Port of New York and New Jersey, nearly 60 percent of the longshoremen made $100,000 to $200,000 in the 12 months through June 2020, the latest figures available, according to data from an agency that helped oversee the port.

Some three-fifths of container shipments to the United States come through the East and Gulf Coasts, and logistics experts say there is no way that the West Coast ports could absorb all or even most of them if they were diverted.

Container volumes have been soaring on the West Coast, with the Port of Long Beach reporting its best month ever in August, when container imports surged 40 percent from a year earlier.

The danger is that the West Coast ports could get clogged as more shippers turn to them, causing delays and big increases in freight prices.

In an interview, Noel Hacegaba, chief operating officer at the Port of Long Beach, said the recent surge had been handled “without any of the backlogs, delays or congestion” that the port experienced in 2021 and 2022. He said that the port was operating at 73 percent of its capacity, and that nearby warehouses were not full.

But the time that containers wait at the port to be picked up by trucks and trains has increased recently , according to the Pacific Merchant Shipping Association, which represents the port terminal operators on the West Coast. Mr. Hacegaba said the waits currently average four to eight days. “That’s very good considering how many containers we’re handling,” he said.

The West Coast dockworkers, who are represented by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union, have agreed to allow port terminal operators to use automation, and the technology may be helping the Long Beach port handle the latest increase in traffic.

Long Beach Container Terminal, considered the most automated port terminal in the United States with its driverless vehicles and other equipment, achieved average annual growth in recent years that far exceeds that posted by other terminals within the port, according to data obtained by The Times through an open-records request.

Industry analysts also said there was still spare truck and rail capacity to move containers out of the West Coast ports and send them across the country.

But doing so can be prohibitively expensive. It can cost as much as $6,000 to ship a container of artificial Christmas trees from the West to the East Coast, Mr. Butler of the National Tree Company said. “It’s way too much,” he added, and while shipping by rail is a little cheaper, delivery times can be less certain, a risk he said he was unwilling to bear.

Peter Eavis reports on the business of moving stuff around the world. More about Peter Eavis

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