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Rum is more than a drink \u2014 it\u2019s a colorful throughline to Caribbean culture.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

There\u2019s no better way to immerse yourself in island culture than by sampling its delicacies, one of which is time-honored Caribbean rum. On board, enjoy experiences too good to hurry through as you indulge in a curated tasting of signature rums; on shore, discover the craft and the people behind each barrel-aged batch during an intimate distillery experience.<\/p>\n

Whether you prefer your rum neat or mixed into a frozen tropical cocktail, there\u2019s no wrong way to toast a tangerine-colored Bahamian sunset, the vibrant blues of Cura\u00e7ao, or the spontaneous joy of island hopping. And when the day\u2019s explorations wind down, our onboard adults-only Signature Pool Experience, complete with live music and resort-style amenities, is the perfect place to raise a glass before your next island adventure.<\/p>\n<\/div>

From Distillery to Deck<\/h2><\/div>

More than a spirit, rum tells the story of the islands, shaped by centuries of culture and artisanal distilling. On board our Caribbean itineraries<\/a>, guests can sign up for a Rum Tasting Experience featuring a premium selection of regional favorites. Expert rumologists are on hand to share their knowledge and answer your questions. For a deeper dive into rum\u2019s colorful legacy, join The Islands\u2019 Spirit, an Up Close presentation exploring its rich history.<\/p>\n<\/div>

A Taste of the Islands: Rum, Heritage & Culinary Creations<\/h2><\/div>

For guests sailing to Martinique, we offer an unforgettable VIP tasting at the renowned Habitation Cl\u00e9ment Rum Distillery. Wander the lush grounds of this historic estate on which sugarcane traditions meet world-class distilling. Your private tour includes exclusive samples of their finest aged rums \u2014 a true immersion into Martinique\u2019s proud heritage and a highlight of any rum lover\u2019s journey.<\/p>\n

Visit the only sugarcane estate distillery in Puerto Rico, the San Juan Distillery<\/a>. Learn the ins and outs of small-batch rum production, producing rum that\u2019s truly farm-to-table, before heading out on a short jaunt to a cocina criolla\u2013inspired 3 -course dining experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>

What\u2019s New on RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay\u2122<\/h2><\/div>

Holland America\u2019s award-winning private island, RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay\u2122<\/a>, is turning up the tropical charm with fresh enhancements just in time for your next getaway. Settle into tropical Zen and enjoy our Bacardi Beach Buggies conveniently located in key spots across the island. Tip back a frosty pi\u00f1a colada while lounging by the gentle surf or explore this private island paradise, refreshingly free of overcrowded beaches.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1992,"featured_media":82848,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[36,51],"tags":[4358,4361,4360,4362,4363,4312,4359],"class_list":["post-82846","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-activities","category-featured-activities","tag-caribbean-cruises","tag-caribbean-culture","tag-cruise-vacations","tag-culinary-experiences","tag-half-moon-cay","tag-holland-america-line","tag-travel-destinations"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82846","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1992"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=82846"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82846\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":82850,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82846\/revisions\/82850"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/82848"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=82846"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=82846"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=82846"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}