Best Time to Cruise
The Caribbean is a year-round destination. Temperatures seldom vary from highs in the 30°C and lows in the 20°C, with humidity of about 70%. The hurricane season normally lasts from June to November and may occasionally disrupt some of the cruise itineraries.
Eastern Caribbean: Comprises the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and St Maarten, however some cruises also incorporate the Bahamas. Cruises are generally for 7 nights with 3 days at sea and 3 in port.
Western Caribbean: Includes the Mexican and Central American ports on the Gulf of Mexico as well the islands of Grand Cayman, Jamaica and Hispaniola.
Southern Caribbean: Includes the islands east and south of St Maarten.
- Stingray City on Grand Cayman Island.
- America’s Cup yacht racing on St. Maarten.
- Don’t miss the opportunity in Cozumel, Mexico, to explore the ruins of the ancient Mayan city of Tulúm.
- Hiking the El Junque Rain Forest in Puerto Rico.
- Mini-submarine ride beneath the Caribbean.
- Swim with dolphins in Nassau.
- High Tea at Sunbury Plantation on Barbados.
- Walking up Dunn’s River Falls in Jamaica.
- Explore Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park in Basseterre, St. Kitts.
- Hop on the Reef Rocket, Belize City’s fastest ride.
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