A Journey Into Caribbean Exploration & Island Delights

San Juan's picturesque cobblestone streets, plazas and chapels reflect its Spanish heritage. But the second oldest city in the Americas also boasts fine beaches, lush rainforests, verdant mountainsides, imposing forts and a lovely tropical climate. Ships will dock at this port.

Top Things to Do in San Juan:

• explore the El Yunque Rainforest
• visit the Bacardi Rum Distillery
• visit Fort Cristobal and the Old Town
• play a round of golf at the Palmes del Mar Golf Resort
• sail in San Juan Bay

Road Town is located on Tortola, the largest of the British Virgin Islands. The island is known for its shimmering beaches, oleander and hibiscus-covered mountainsides, and quaint towns tucked along coves. This early home to Blackbeard maintains its pirate legacy and rum-making traditions today. Ships will dock or anchor in Road Town Harbour.

Top Things to Do on Tortola:

• snorkel Anegada, the BVI’s only coral island
• hike Sage Mountain
• explore the Baths at Virgin Gorda
• take a catamaran to Jost Van Dyke Island

The port town for the island of St. Kitts, Basseterre has centuries of history to explore in impressive estates and photo-worthy monuments. With more than a quarter of the island set aside as a national park and a rainforest that is growing rather than shrinking, St. Kitts is a stunning tropical island escape. Ships will dock at this port.

Top Things to Do in Basseterre:

• hike the Mount Liamuiga trail
• circle St. Kitts in a restored vintage train
• zip line in the Valley of Giants
• visit the Brimstone Hill Fortress

Cherry red roofs, yacht-sprinkled bays and a sophisticated French flavour all add to the gorgeous Caribbean allure of Gustavia. St. Barthelemy's capital rolls around a horseshoe-shaped harbour, where gleaming yachts hover and fancy boutiques, bars and restaurants fizz with life. Ships will anchor offshore and tenders will be provided to the shore.

Top Things to Do in Gustavia:

• go on a sunset cruise
• sail the coast of St. Barts
• explore the harbour in a semi-submersible
• drive the enchanting countryside
  

Road Bay, located on the northern coast of Anguilla, is the island's main port and a hub of activity. The bay is known for its beautiful sandy beaches and calm, clear waters, making it an ideal spot for swimming and relaxing. Sandy Ground, the village along Road Bay, offers a charming mix of local culture and hospitality, with beachfront restaurants and bars providing a taste of Anguillian cuisine and nightlife.

Cruise ships visiting Anguilla typically use tenders to bring passengers ashore to explore the island’s attractions, such as the historic sites of Old Salt Factory and Pumphouse, which highlight Anguilla's salt mining heritage. Visitors can explore the stunning coastline and neighbouring cays, with Road Bay’s blend of natural beauty and vibrant local life makes it a captivating destination on Anguilla’s northern coast.

A day at sea with Explora Journeys blends luxury, relaxation, and vibrant cosmopolitan life. Enjoy a morning Sundial Salutation to invigorate your body, followed by breakfast at the Emporium Marketplace. Hone your photography skills in the Explora Lounge, or indulge in a luxurious spa treatment as part of the Ocean Wellness program. Savor lunch at the Med Yacht Club, with dishes paired with regional wines.

Spend the afternoon at the adults-only Helios Pool & Bar or join a mixology class at the Malt Whisky Bar. As evening approaches, enjoy a Sunset Aperitivo with drinks and bites inspired by your destinations. End your day with an intimate candlelight performance, a Decadence experience, or enjoy a relaxing nightcap with panoramic ocean views.

Known as the 'cruise capital of the world', Port Miami is is considered to be the world’s busiest cruise ship port. Whether arriving or departing, aboard your cruise liner you can take in the superb view of the Miami skyline.

This multicultural city where the sun rules supreme is more than just a cruise port. Palm-lined causeways stretch across luminous Biscayne Bay as Miami rises in a gleam of glass towers, Art Deco curves, and tropical colour. Along Ocean Drive in South Beach, pastel facades from the 1930s glow beneath the Florida sun, while nearby Little Havana hums with domino parks, cigar shops, and the aroma of Cuban coffee. Beyond the shoreline, calm waters, yacht marinas, and breezy promenades frame a city shaped by Caribbean rhythms and sunlit coastal glamour.