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Caribbean Cruises

Awaken each day to an exciting new destination, including our award-winning private island, Relaxaway, Half Moon Cay™, on your Caribbean cruise vacation.

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Explore the Caribbean from East to West

Illustrated Caribbean cruise map showing Eastern, Western, and Southern Caribbean routes with destinations including Bahamas, Jamaica, Cozumel, Aruba, Curaçao, Panama Canal, and major cruise ports.
Eastern Caribbean

Visit island jewels including Key West, Trinidad & Tobago, Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, U.S. Virgin Islands, and more.

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Western Caribbean

Explore idyllic beaches and more in Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, Belize, Honduras, and the Yucatán Peninsula.

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Southern Caribbean

Discover the colorful waterfronts and distinctly Dutch ambience of the ABC Islands — Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao.

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Panama Canal

Call on Cartagena and Costa Rica and experience a man-made marvel as you traverse the Gatun or Agua Clara Locks.

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Top Reasons to Cruise the Caribbean with Holland America

Convenient Itineraries

Weekend departures, roundtrip itineraries from Ft. Lauderdale or Miami, and more 9+ day sailings than any other cruise line make it easy to explore the Caribbean your way.

Our Award-Winning Private Island

Nearly all 2027- 2028 Caribbean cruises include a day at RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay™, now featuring enhancements including new pickleball courts and food offerings plus a new Beach Club.

Perfectly Sized Ships Ideal for Island-Hopping

Between islands, unwind with our adults-only Signature Pool Experience, sip a refreshing Caribbean cocktail, or challenge a friend to pickleball out on deck.

Destination Dining™ with Fresh Caribbean Flavors

On board, you’ll find classic favorites as well as fresh-caught fish and regional specialties made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients such as fried plantains and yellowtail snapper.

Four-Time “Best Service” Award Winner

Experience a 2:1 guest-to-crew ratio and genuine hospitality with the first and only cruise line ever to be voted “Best Service” by Cruise Critic an unprecedented four years in a row.

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Featured Caribbean Cruise Ports

Discover wonders near and far on our Caribbean cruises. Visit San Juan’s historic sites, walk along the ocean floor in St. Thomas, see St. Kitts’ UNESCO-listed Brimstone Hill Fortress, or watch for sloths and more from Costa Rica’s Puerto Limón.

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RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay™

  • Award-winning private island in the heart of the Bahamas
  • New upgrades include a Beach Club and pickleball courts

Nearly all Caribbean cruises include a day on our idyllic private island — designed for effortless relaxation and home to turquoise waters, white-sand shores, and a series of enhancements including new pickleball courts, dining options, and more.

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San Juan

  • Puerto Rico’s capital city, featuring both Old and New Towns
  • Home to a UNESCO site plus the U.S.’s only tropical rainforest

San Juan enchants visitors with its cobblestone streets and colorful buildings — from the historic Old Town to the cosmopolitan New Town and from El Yunque National Forest to the “La Fortaleza” fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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St. Thomas

  • The U.S. Virgin Islands are ideal for swimming, sailing, and snorkeling
  • Home to volcanic cliffs, mangrove forests, blowholes, and more

Renowned for its tropical beauty and historic charm, St. Thomas is a perennial cruise favorite. Walk along the ocean floor on a “helmet dive,” step into the age of Caribbean pirates at Blackbeard’s Castle, or simply relax along Magens Bay Beach.

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St. Kitts

  • One half of the dual-island nation of St. Kitts and Nevis
  • Home to rainforests, wetlands, and colorful coral reefs

With its volcanic peaks, idyllic beaches, and lush landscapes, St. Kitts is a must on any Eastern Caribbean itinerary. Visit Romney Gardens and Brimstone Hill Fortress — a UNESCO site widely hailed as the “Gibraltar of the West Indies.”

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Caribbean cruise map highlighting St. Kitts and Nevis with surrounding island destinations, representing cruise itineraries and Eastern Caribbean travel routes.

Puerto Limón

  • Home to both lush rainforests and white-sand beaches
  • Gateway to coffee farms, banana plantations, and more

Set on Costa Rica’s eastern coast, Puerto Limón is your gateway to the country’s flora and fauna. Keep watch for wildlife as you cruise the Tortuguero Canals, visit a sloth or macaw sanctuary, ride an aerial tram through the rainforest, and more.

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Find Top Caribbean Shore Excursions

Our Caribbean shore excursions immerse you in the unique beauty, culture, and history of each tropical destination.​

Meet the Makers: 
Discover Puerto Plata in a Classic Car

Learn about the Dominican Republic’s famed amber and cigars, taste local coffee and rum, and cruise along the water in a vintage car.
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Meet the Makers:
Cooking with a Caribbean Chef

Step into a chef’s kitchen in Curaçao, where you’ll use fresh fish, fruits, vegetables, and spices to create authentic local specialties.
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Island Exploration

Explore Grand Turk by electric Hummer, admiring its colonial buildings set against turquoise water and white-sand shores.
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Reef ’ N Rays Snorkeling

Enjoy a close encounter with the inhabitants of Stingray Sandbar and keep watch for fish and sea turtles as you snorkel through a coral reef.
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Horseback Riding by Land & Sea

Prepare for the horseback ride of a lifetime as you guide your steed into the ocean and experience a memorable saddleback swim.
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Meet the Makers: 
Discover Puerto Plata in a Classic Car

Learn about the Dominican Republic’s famed amber and cigars, taste local coffee and rum, and cruise along the water in a vintage car.
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Meet the Makers:
Cooking with a Caribbean Chef

Step into a chef’s kitchen in Curaçao, where you’ll use fresh fish, fruits, vegetables, and spices to create authentic local specialties.
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Island Exploration

Explore Grand Turk by electric Hummer, admiring its colonial buildings set against turquoise water and white-sand shores.
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Reef ’ N Rays Snorkeling

Enjoy a close encounter with the inhabitants of Stingray Sandbar and keep watch for fish and sea turtles as you snorkel through a coral reef.
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Horseback Riding by Land & Sea

Prepare for the horseback ride of a lifetime as you guide your steed into the ocean and experience a memorable saddleback swim.
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Pink Classic Car on Colorful Caribbean Street
Discover Puerto Plata
Curacao Cooking Class Dining Experience
Cooking with a Chef
Grand Turk Tropical Beach Coastline
Island Exploration
Stingray Snorkeling Experience in Grand Cayman
Reef ’ N Rays Snorkeling
Half Moon Cay Beach Horseback Riding
Horseback Riding
Caribbean Holiday Sailings
Let us handle the cooking and cleaning while you unwind, explore, and make memories with loved ones on a relaxing holiday cruise.
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Exclusive Shore Excursions Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

With expert-led tours inspired by HISTORY®, your Caribbean cruise becomes a chapter in a story you’ll never forget.​

Women of Old Puerto Rico: Stories in Stone

Celebrate Puerto Rican women’s resilience, artistry, and leadership on this guided tour through San Juan’s murals and monuments.
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Pirate Kingdom of Nassau

Journey through Nassau’s pirate past by way of its historic sites, live reenactments, interactive exhibits, and lively Pirates of Nassau Museum.spices to create authentic local specialties.
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Cultural Treasures of Nassau

Discover the Bahamas’ creative spirit on a cultural journey through Nassau that blends visual art, living traditions, and culinary flair.
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Soul of Bonaire:
Nature, History & Culture

Step into Bonaire’s past at a geologically significant bluff, historic protected area, and living African heritage museum.
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Women of Old Puerto Rico: Stories in Stone

Celebrate Puerto Rican women’s resilience, artistry, and leadership on this guided tour through San Juan’s murals and monuments.
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Pirate Kingdom of Nassau

Journey through Nassau’s pirate past by way of its historic sites, live reenactments, interactive exhibits, and lively Pirates of Nassau Museum.spices to create authentic local specialties.
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Cultural Treasures of Nassau

Discover the Bahamas’ creative spirit on a cultural journey through Nassau that blends visual art, living traditions, and culinary flair.
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Soul of Bonaire:
Nature, History & Culture

Step into Bonaire’s past at a geologically significant bluff, historic protected area, and living African heritage museum.
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San Juan Historic Fountain Landmark
Women of Old Puerto Rico
Pirate Ship Interior Museum
Pirate Kingdom of Nassau
Nassau Cultural Art Gallery Experience
Cultural Treasures of Nassau
Yellow Tropical House in Bonaire Garden Setting
Soul of Bonaire

Caribbean Cruise Travel Tips & Articles

Caribbean Cruise Packing List From swimsuits, sandals, and sun hats to water bottles, sunscreen, and more, our helpful packing list has got you covered.
25 Things to Do on RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay™ Kayak across Bone Fish Lagoon, enjoy a shoreside massage, or even renew your vows in a beachside chapel.
Caribbean Guide for First-Timers Find tips on choosing the best itinerary and shore excursions for you and learn about Caribbean weather, cuisine, and more.
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Caribbean Cruise Travel Tips & Articles

View All Caribbean Travel Tips
Caribbean Cruise Packing List From swimsuits, sandals, and sun hats to water bottles, sunscreen, and more, our helpful packing list has got you covered.
25 Things to Do on RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay™ Kayak across Bone Fish Lagoon, enjoy a shoreside massage, or even renew your vows in a beachside chapel.
Caribbean Guide for First-Timers Find tips on choosing the best itinerary and shore excursions for you and learn about Caribbean weather, cuisine, and more.

Explore the Caribbean with Holland America

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Plenty of Room at the Pool

Take in breathtaking views from your private verandah, sip Caribbean-inspired cocktails, play a round of pickleball surrounded by 360° sea views, or lounge alongside our adults-only Sea View Pool as your perfectly sized ship carries you from one tropical destination to the next.

 

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Fresh Caribbean Flavors

Unwind at sea with our Signature Pool Experience at the adults-only Sea View Pool, featuring live ambient music, spa-like amenities, Caribbean cocktails, and more. On RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay™, play island pickleball or enjoy Tai Chi or yoga on white-sand shores.

 

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Bringing the Islands On Board

Revel in the spirit of the islands on board with our new Signature Pool Experience at the Sea View Pool, the steel-drum sounds of Island Magic on the World Stage, or Caribbean Up Close Presentations on the history of rum, treasure hunters, Caribbean music, and more.

 

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Relax & Rejuvenate

Nourish your well-being at the Spa & Salon, recharge in peaceful seclusion at our outdoor Retreat or indoor Lido cabanas, indulge in a soothing soak in the Hydropool, and enjoy effortless relaxation in the Thermal Suite while surrounded by spectacular sea views.

 

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The Best Service at Sea

Our crew’s dedication is proof of our commitment to exceptional service. Experience a 2:1 guest-to-crew ratio and genuine hospitality rooted in care with the first and only cruise line to be awarded “Best Service” by Cruise Critic an unprecedented four years in a row.

 

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