Bridgetown to Fort Lauderdale

Bridgetown, the captivating capital of Barbados, combines faded colonial history, captivating tradition, and vivid white beaches. Stately colonial buildings intermingle with colourful wooden homes, open-air markets and catch-of-the-day cafés. Ships will dock at this port.

Top Things to Do in Bridgetown:

• ride an electric tram into Harrison Cave
• look for green monkeys in the Barbados Wildlife Reserve
• relax at the Copacabana Beach Bar
• visit the George Washington House
• go underwater in the Atlantis Submarine

Grenada, the Caribbean's "Isle of Spice," is renowned for producing nutmeg, mace, clove, cinnamon, and cocoa. The island's fragrant aroma envelops its emerald hillsides, tropical forests, and sun-drenched beaches. Start your adventure by snorkeling at the unique Underwater Sculpture Park, an underwater gallery of marine life and art.

For stunning views, visit Fort Frederick, then explore the lush landscapes of Grand Etang National Park. Spot sea turtles at Levera National Park and tour a spice garden to learn about the island's famous spices. For a thrilling experience, try river tubing down the Balthazar River. Grenada's vibrant culture and natural beauty make it a captivating destination.

Did you know Grenada is composed of several islands? Carriacou, which means “Isle of Reefs,” is the laidback little sister of the main island of Grenada and offers a taste of old Caribbean charm. It’s remained one of the Caribbean’s delightful hidden secrets with its beautiful beaches and mangroves though it’s just a 90-minute ferry ride from the main island.

While spanning only 13 square miles, Carriacou is rich in history. The small but significant Carriacou Museum, housed in an old cotton factory in Hillsborough, reveals the island’s native, African and European influences. Nautical connoisseurs will want to head to Windward, where traditional wooden Carriacou sloops are still built using the techniques of early Scottish settlers.

With its mountainous terrain, vast tropical forest, hot springs, rivers and spectacular waterfalls, Dominica is undoubtedly the wildest island in the Caribbean. Set on sweeping Prince Rupert Bay, backed by steep hills and fronted by a long black-sand beach, Portsmouth is your gateway to this little-known land. Ships will dock at this port.

Top Things to Do in Portsmouth:

• enjoy a boat ride up the Indian River
• hike the Syndicate Nature Trail
• visit the Chocolate Factory in Pointe Baptiste
• explore Cabrits National Park

Spanish Town is the gateway to the British Virgin Island of Virgin Gorda. A mountainous, beautiful island filled with friendly locals, tropical cuisine and wandering chickens. Blue waters hug the shore and granite megaliths at The Baths rise from the sea.

Top Things to Do in Spanish Town:

• explore The Baths National Park
• lounge in a hammock at Saba Rock
• hike to Gorda Peak for a panoramic view
• shop in Spanish Town
• visit Little Fort National Park
• cruise through Gorda Sound

Days at sea are the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind and catch up with what you’ve been meaning to do. So whether that is going to the gym, visiting the spa, whale watching, catching up on your reading or simply topping up your tan, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to busy days spent exploring shore side.

This tiny paradise, located 88 kilometres away from Nassau is the epitome of exotic and is best known for the long pink sand beaches that stretch along its eastern shore.

Dunmore Town is the only town on the island and here you can find a quirky jumble of shops, cafés and restaurants.

The islands warm clear ocean waters provide excellent diving, fishing and boating while outlying reefs provide safe swimming and snorkelling. Ships will anchor offshore and tenders will be provided to the shore.

Fort Lauderdale is famous for its beaches, arts, culture and events. More than just an arrival and departure port, the city offers cruise guests an abundance of activities. From shopping on Las Olas Boulevard, to gondola rides on the canals, to a historic riverfront.

Nature enthusiasts head to Hugh Taylor Birch State Park for walking and biking trails, travel down to the Florida Everglades for an airboat tour, or beat the heat with a trip to the Museum of Science and Discovery.

Ships will dock at one of the biggest cruise ports in the world, Port Everglades.