The Caribbean
Islands Forming an arc that stretches from Key West to the Northeast Venezuelan coast, the Caribbean Islands comprise a necklace-like string of some of the world's most spectacular tropical destinations. The Caribbean is a fantastic destination for relaxation, fun in the sun or just walking along white-sand beaches. Dive in and go snorkeling with tropical fish, explore lush rain forests and waterfalls or relax under sunny skies. With clear blue waters and even bluer skies, dramatic history and culture, and plenty of activities to chose from, the Caribbean is the perfect getaway. Eastern, Western, Southern, Deep, Ultimate and Exotic. You choose. A Caribbean cruise often includes stops at one or two islands on 3-Day and 4-Day cruises and as many as five islands on a 7-Day cruise. Since the islands of the Eastern Caribbean are fairly close to the United States, this is one of the most popular routes for cruise ships. For the beauty of its beaches the Eastern Caribbean is unequalled. Aruba, Bonaire, Dominica, Freeport & Nassau in The Bahamas, and Tobago are awash with lush green islets, scalloped coastlines and idyllic coves surrounded by white sand beaches. For shoppers, there's duty-free St. Thomas and the lively Straw Market in Nassau. Take in the fantastic ports and varied sights in Aruba, Bahamas, Belize, Bonaire, Grand Cayman, Curacao, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Cozumel, Trinidad & Tobago, Key West on a Western Caribbean cruise. Here is the Caribbean of reggae rhythms, world-class diving and ancient Mayan ruins. Shopping pros will enjoy bargaining in Jamaica. Costa Maya, Mexico is where along with an unspoiled coastal paradise, archaeology buffs discover Mayan ruins. The kids can swim with dolphins in Mexico. Belize is an eco-tourist's paradise. Visit a charming turtle farm or enjoy the crystalline waters and soft white sand of Seven Mile Beach in the Cayman Islands. A
Southern Caribbean voyage visits islands adjacent to
Puerto Rico and just off the coast of South America.
Sail the tranquil waters of the Southern Caribbean and
take in the wonderful locations of Antigua, Aruba, Barbados,
Curacao, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guadeloupe,
Martinique, Puerto Rico, St. Barts, St. Kitts, St. Lucia,
and the British Virgin Islands where the land is lush
with exotic flowers and sun-drenched beaches. Almost
every inch of Aruba's coastline is ideal for snorkeling
with its rainbow of fish and coral reefs.
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