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Island hop in luxury.
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Cruises can be family-focused or adults-only, and many accommodate all ages with activities to keep everyone happy.
Here are some of the best Caribbean cruises to inspire your island vacation.
The first stop is the historic town of Portobello, home to UNESCO-listed fortifications and a colonial-era shipping port.
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After a day at sea, the ship arrives at the diving hot spot of Bonaire.
The penultimate port is Les Saintes, a pristine and mostly uninhabited archipelago of nine islands in Guadeloupe.
For young passengers, there are clubs, games, pools, and Disney character encounters.
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Adults might enjoy the spa, nightclubs, restaurants, and evening entertainment.
In Cozumel, Mexico, there’s scuba diving, snorkeling, and more stunning beaches.
The following day is spent at sea with time to enjoyDisney Magic’s amenities before returning to Galveston.
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The next stop is St. Thomas, which offers snorkeling, hiking, and golfing.
Here, cruisers can explore a charming seaside town, black-sand beaches, and dive sites with shipwrecks.
The next day is dedicated to the pristine palm-lined beaches of Bequia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
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Grenadas pedestrian-friendly capital of St. Georges gives guests a perfect opportunity to stretch their legs while viewing 18th-century architecture.
There’s the Splash Academy for young cruisers and the Entourage games and activities lounge for teens.
Belize is the next port, with river rafting through the jungle and relaxing on the beach.
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In Cozumel, off Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, there’s snorkeling, trolley tours, and tequila tasting.
After another day at sea, the ship returns to New Orleans.
The next port is the island of St. Thomas, with world-famous beaches and snorkeling.
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From there, the ship goes to St. Croix, the largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands.
A day at sea gives guests time to enjoy the ship’s water sports, nightlife, and restaurants.
The ship then returns to Miami for disembarkation.
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you’re able to even hop aboard an aerial tram for a ride over the rain forest.
In Guadeloupe, the Les Saintes archipelago offers snorkeling and rum sampling.
In Basseterre, St. Kitts, there’s an island tour, scenic railway, and zip line adventure.
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The cruise then heads to St. Barts for a catamaran sail before the ship returns to St. Maarten.
The cruise then heads to Honduras, stopping at spectacular dive sites and historic cities.
Wildlife lovers will appreciate Nicaragua’s remote islands of Cayos Miskitos, part of a protected nature reserve.
The final stop is Colon at the Caribbean entrance of the Panama Canal.
Options include guided visits to Indigenous communities, hikes along rugged trails, and opportunities to learn about wildlife.
Two more days at sea take cruisers to St. Barts.
After that, the ship stops in St. Kitts and the British Virgin Islands.
San Juan is the final port, and guests can explore the walled old town after disembarkation.
The small islands of Tobago Cays teem with marine life such as green sea turtles.
A rain forest safari and scenic railway trip are options there.
Bridgetown, Barbados, is the next port, and then Dominica the following day.
Antigua and Barbuda offer a beach retreat or Segway city tour.
In St. Maarten, sailing fans can participate in a simulated America’s Cup race aboard a yacht.
St. Thomas is the final stop before returning to San Juan.
The ship offers 229 suites and an observation lounge and bar where passengers can enjoy the sea views.
Activity options include a city tour, an El Yunque rain forest drive, or a culinary adventure.
Jost Van Dyke in the British Virgin Islands is the last port before the ship returns to Miami.
The ship arrives at Bridgetown, Barbados, for a day before setting sail for French Guiana.
The ship cruises the Amazon to the town of Santarem with its charming colonial-era cathedral.
Here, guests disembark to travel home or explore the city.
The ship carries 1,200 passengers and features a wide variety of cabins including Oceania’s first solo cabins.
Roatan, Honduras, is next, a remote island with white-sand beaches and coral reefs.
After a day at sea, the ship returns to Miami.
Another two days at sea allow guests to relax before disembarking in Fort Lauderdale.
Upon arrival at Dominica, guests spend a day swimming and snorkeling before sailing on to Guadeloupe.
