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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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Holland America Evolution

Discover reimagined staterooms, new venues and elevated experiences on your Caribbean cruise aboard Oosterdam.

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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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2026 Caribbean Cruises: A More Relaxing Way to Escape
Trade the rush of everyday life for sun-filled days, ocean views, and meaningful time together. Aboard our perfectly sized ships, you'll discover a more relaxed Caribbean experience designed around comfort, connection, and the art of leisurely travel.
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Must-See Caribbean Cruise Highlights

From sun-kissed beaches to culture-rich ports, the Caribbean shines with color, flavor, and tranquility at every turn. Enjoy visiting RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay™, our award-winning private island, personalized service on board, and effortless relaxation ashore.

Stunning Crystal-Clear Beaches

Swim, snorkel, or lounge beneath a swaying palm as turquoise waves roll gently onto the sand. From quiet coves to lively promenades, every beach invites you to slow down and take in the views.

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RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay™

Effortless relaxation awaits at RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay™, our award-winning private island in the Bahamas. Spend the day unwinding in a cabana or simply soaking up the sun.

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Sun-Soaked Island Adventure

Follow island rhythms through colorful streets, tasting local flavors and meeting welcoming communities. Choose your perfect day with options like reef snorkeling, sailing, or relaxed sightseeing ashore.

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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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Map of the Caribbean highlighting Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas with nearby cruise destinations and ports, representing RelaxAway private island experience and cruise travel routes.

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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Caribbean cruise map highlighting San Juan, Puerto Rico with surrounding island destinations, representing cruise itineraries and travel routes across the Eastern Caribbean.

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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Discover Puerto Plata
Discover Puerto Plata
Cooking with a Chef
Cooking with a Chef
Island Exploration
Island Exploration
Reef ’ N Rays Snorkeling
Reef ’ N Rays Snorkeling
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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History Happened Here
Discover the Caribbean through its history, traditions, flavors, and natural wonders, uncovering the people, cultures, and stories that have shaped these vibrant islands.
Experience History

Shore excursions and programming are not sponsored or administered by The HISTORY™ Channel and are offered and administered exclusively by Holland America​.

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 Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

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 Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

Journey through Nassau’s pirate past with historic forts, immersive exhibits, live reenactments, and a swashbuckling adventure aboard Blackbeard’s ship.
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Cultural Treasures of Nassau Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

Discover Nassau’s vibrant culture through Bahamian art, colorful murals, Junkanoo traditions, and a festive island-inspired lunch.
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Soul of Bonaire:
Nature, History & Culture Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

From salt lagoons to cultural parks, uncover the people, history, and beauty that define Bonaire. 
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Cacao & Women’s Chocolate Cooperative Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

Follow cacao’s journey from seed to chocolate bar while meeting the inspiring women behind Chocal.
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Caribbean Culinary Experience Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

Taste regional specialties while uncovering the rich cultural influences that shape Caribbean cuisine.
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Taste of Time: From Plantation to Plate Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

Trace the journey from plantation fields to local cuisine as Caribbean history and flavors come together.
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A Culinary Journey Through St. Martin’s Past Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

Taste your way across St. Martin with cheese and wine pairings, French pastries, Creole cuisine, rum tastings, and island-inspired cocktails.
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Nature’s Hidden Treasures & the Carib Natives Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

Discover Dominica’s lush rainforests, hidden waterfalls, and the rich heritage of the Caribbean’s last Carib territory. 
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Dominica's Favorites Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

Experience Dominica’s volcanic wonders, from Trafalgar Falls and Emerald Pool to rare parrots and lush rainforests.
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Panoramic Antigua & Nelson's Dockyard Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

Explore Antigua’s rich naval history at UNESCO-listed Nelson’s Dockyard, with panoramic island views and historic landmarks.
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Caves & City Highlights Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

Venture into Curaçao’s ancient Hato Caves, then uncover Willemstad’s colorful waterfront, trade history, and cultural heritage.
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Walk in the Footsteps of Reggae's Greatest Legend Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

Walk through Nine Mile, birthplace and resting place of Bob Marley, and discover Jamaica’s reggae roots, Rastafarian culture, local stories, and cuisine.
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Women of Old Puerto Rico: Stories in Stone Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

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 Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

Journey through Nassau’s pirate past with historic forts, immersive exhibits, live reenactments, and a swashbuckling adventure aboard Blackbeard’s ship.
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Cultural Treasures of Nassau Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

Discover Nassau’s vibrant culture through Bahamian art, colorful murals, Junkanoo traditions, and a festive island-inspired lunch.
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Soul of Bonaire:
Nature, History & Culture Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

From salt lagoons to cultural parks, uncover the people, history, and beauty that define Bonaire. 
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Cacao & Women’s Chocolate Cooperative Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

Follow cacao’s journey from seed to chocolate bar while meeting the inspiring women behind Chocal.
View Shore Excursion

Caribbean Culinary Experience Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

Taste regional specialties while uncovering the rich cultural influences that shape Caribbean cuisine.
View Shore Excursion

Taste of Time: From Plantation to Plate Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

Trace the journey from plantation fields to local cuisine as Caribbean history and flavors come together.
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A Culinary Journey Through St. Martin’s Past Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

Taste your way across St. Martin with cheese and wine pairings, French pastries, Creole cuisine, rum tastings, and island-inspired cocktails.
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Nature’s Hidden Treasures & the Carib Natives Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

Discover Dominica’s lush rainforests, hidden waterfalls, and the rich heritage of the Caribbean’s last Carib territory. 
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Dominica's Favorites Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

Experience Dominica’s volcanic wonders, from Trafalgar Falls and Emerald Pool to rare parrots and lush rainforests.
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Panoramic Antigua & Nelson's Dockyard Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

Explore Antigua’s rich naval history at UNESCO-listed Nelson’s Dockyard, with panoramic island views and historic landmarks.
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Caves & City Highlights Curated with The HISTORY Channel™

Venture into Curaçao’s ancient Hato Caves, then uncover Willemstad’s colorful waterfront, trade history, and cultural heritage.
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Walk in the Footsteps of Reggae's Greatest Legend Curated With The HISTORY Channel™

Walk through Nine Mile, birthplace and resting place of Bob Marley, and discover Jamaica’s reggae roots, Rastafarian culture, local stories, and cuisine.
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Women of Old Puerto Rico
Women of Old Puerto Rico
Pirate Kingdom of Nassau
Pirate Kingdom
Cultural Treasures of Nassau
Treasures of Nassau
Soul of Bonaire
Soul of Bonaire
Cacao & Women’s Chocolate Cooperative
Cacao & Women’s Chocolate
Caribbean Culinary Experience
Caribbean Culinary Expereince
Taste of Time: From Plantation to Plate
Taste of Time
A Culinary Journey Through St. Martin’s Past
A Culinary Journey
Nature’s Hidden Treasures & the Carib Natives
Treasures & Carib Natives
Dominica's Favorites
Dominica's Favorites
Panoramic Antigua & Nelson's Dockyard
Panoramic Antiqua
Caves & City Highlights
Caves & City Highlights
Walk in the Footsteps of Reggae's Greatest Legend Curated With The HISTORY Channel™
Reggae's Legend

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.

Caribbean Cruise Departure Ports

You can start your Caribbean escape from two vibrant South Florida cities, each offering sun, sea, and plenty to do before or after your voyage.

Cruises from Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Sail from Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades, a convenient gateway to the Caribbean, Bahamas, and the Panama Canal with plenty of nearby hotels and beaches. Spend extra time enjoying the city’s waterfront promenade, dining along Las Olas Boulevard, or relaxing on its wide, palm-lined sands.

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Cruises from Miami, Florida

Depart from Miami, a lively oceanside city known for its iconic skyline, colorful Art Deco architecture, and world-famous South Beach. Make the most of your trip by sampling Cuban-inspired cuisine, exploring vibrant neighborhoods, or simply soaking up the energy along the waterfront before you sail.

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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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From pre- and post-cruise flights and hotels to transportation, Holland America provides one-stop planning support for a seamless journey.

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Caribbean Cruise FAQs



When is the best time to take a Caribbean cruise?

Caribbean cruises sail from late October to April, with the most reliable weather running from December through April. This dry season brings warm temperatures and calm seas across the Eastern, Western, and Southern Caribbean. Spring and fall sailings offer lower fares and fewer visitors at popular ports, with the trade-off of a higher chance of rain.
 

Which islands will I visit on a Holland America Caribbean cruise?

That depends on your route. Eastern Caribbean itineraries favor islands like St. Thomas, St. Maarten, and Grand Turk; Western itineraries lean toward Cozumel, Costa Maya, and Grand Cayman; and Southern voyages reach Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao. Caribbean Collectors’ Voyages combine back-to-back itineraries for a deeper exploration, often spanning multiple regions. Look for itineraries that visit the islands you most want to explore.
 

How long are Caribbean cruises?

Most Caribbean cruises run from seven to eleven days, sailing round trip from Fort Lauderdale. Shorter getaways of five to six days are available if you're tight on time, while longer voyages let you reach the Southern Caribbean and spend more days in port. Choose the length that fits your schedule and the islands you'd like to discover.


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