8nt Antigua,St Maarten,St Thomas, Samana - Christmas
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8-night voyage departing Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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8nt Antigua,St Maarten,St Thomas, Samana - Christmas
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Day 1
Fort Lauderdale, Florida , United States
Saturday, 04/12/2027
Like many southeast Florida neighbors, Fort Lauderdale has long been revitalizing. In a state where gaudy tourist zones often stand aloof from workaday downtowns, Fort Lauderdale exhibits consistency at both ends of the 2-mile Las Olas corridor. The sparkling look results from upgrades both downtown and on the beachfront. Matching the downtown's innovative arts district, cafés, and boutiques is an equally inventive beach area, with hotels, cafés, and shops facing an undeveloped shoreline, and new resort-style hotels replacing faded icons of yesteryear. Despite wariness of pretentious overdevelopment, city leaders have allowed a striking number of glittering high-rises. Nostalgic locals and frequent visitors fret over the diminishing vision of sailboats bobbing in waters near downtown; however, Fort Lauderdale remains the yachting capital of the world, and the water toys don’t seem to be going anywhere.
Day 3
Samaná , Dominican Republic
Monday, 06/12/2027
Samaná (pronounced sah-mah-NAH) is a dramatically beautiful peninsula, like an island unto itself, of coconut trees stretching into the sea. It's something of a microcosm of the Dominican Republic: here you'll see poverty and fancy resorts, brand-new highways as well as bad roads, verdant mountainsides, tropical forests, tiny villages lined with street-side fruit vendors, secluded beaches, and the radiant warmth of the Dominican people. Samaná is the name of both the peninsula and its biggest town, as well as the bay to the south. It's worth noting that to locals, Samaná denotes only the largest town, Santa Bárbara de Samaná, which makes a great departure point for whale-watching or an excursion to Los Haitises Park across the bay. The bay is home to some of the world's best whale-watching from mid-January to late March. It is now the site of Puerto Bahia Marina and Residences and the Bannister Hotel, contemporary, luxurious yet moderately priced. This complex has brought an entirely new level of tourism to this area, and given yachts a full-service facility in what has always been a desirable cruising destination.A visit here is really about two things: exploring the preserved natural wonders and relaxing at a small beachfront hotel. The latter is most readily accomplished in Las Terrenas, the only true tourist center, where you can find picturesque restaurants, accommodations of all types (including the new oceanfront Sublime Samaná and the luxury condo-hotel, Balcones del Atlantico), and great beaches. At Las Terrenas you can enjoy peaceful playas, take advantage of the vibrant nightlife, and make all your plans for expeditions on the peninsula. The other pleasures are solitary—quiet beaches, the massive national park Los Haitises, and water sports and hiking. A relatively new toll road connects Santo Domingo to the peninsula; it's about a 2- to 2½-hour drive. Small El Catey International Airport is near Las Terrenas and is now being served by twice-weekly JetBlue flights (Wednesday and Saturday). On the Dominican Republic's Samaná Peninsula, the green mountains teem with coconut trees and dramatic vistas of the ocean. The area is full of hidden beaches reachable only on foot or by sea, protected coves, and undeveloped bays. A visit to Samaná is really about two things: exploring its preserved natural wonders and relaxing on the beach. There are a number of all-inclusive resorts where you can hang your hat, quaint and low-key beachfront hotels, as well as new world-class properties, where you can find complete relaxation and tranquillity.
Day 4
Charlotte Amalie , U.S. Virgin Islands
Tuesday, 07/12/2027
Day 5
Saint John's , Antigua and Barbuda
Wednesday, 08/12/2027
With its superb beaches, historical attractions and beautiful coral reefs, Antigua provides a host of diversions. It is said that the island contains 365 beaches, one for every day of the year. Antigua maintains its traditional West Indian character, with gingerbread-house style architecture, calypso music and carnival festivities. St John’s has been the administrative capital since the island’s colonisation in 1632, and has been the seat of government since it gained independence in 1981. From the port you can explore the colourful Redcliffe district, with its restored wooden houses, and Heritage Quay with its shopping mall and craft shops. The city has some fine examples of Colonial architecture, including the twin-towered cathedral, built in 1845 and considered one of the finest church buildings in the Caribbean. All coaches in Antigua are operated by smaller vehicles, and commentary will be given by a driver/guide.
Day 6
Philipsburg , Sint Maarten (Dutch part)
Thursday, 09/12/2027
The capital of Dutch St. Maarten stretches about a mile (1½ km) along an isthmus between Great Bay and the Salt Pond and has five parallel streets. Most of the village's dozens of shops and restaurants are on Front Street, narrow and cobblestone, closest to Great Bay. It's generally congested when cruise ships are in port, because of its many duty-free shops and several casinos. Little lanes called steegjes connect Front Street with Back Street, which has fewer shops and considerably less congestion. Along the beach is a ½-mile-long (1-km-long) boardwalk with restaurants and several Wi-Fi hot spots.Wathey Square (pronounced watty) is in the heart of the village. Directly across from the square are the town hall and the courthouse, in a striking white building with cupola. The structure was built in 1793 and has served as the commander's home, a fire station, a jail, and a post office. The streets surrounding the square are lined with hotels, duty-free shops, restaurants, and cafés. The Captain Hodge Pier, just off the square, is a good spot to view Great Bay and the beach that stretches alongside.
Day 9
Fort Lauderdale, Florida , United States
Sunday, 12/12/2027
Like many southeast Florida neighbors, Fort Lauderdale has long been revitalizing. In a state where gaudy tourist zones often stand aloof from workaday downtowns, Fort Lauderdale exhibits consistency at both ends of the 2-mile Las Olas corridor. The sparkling look results from upgrades both downtown and on the beachfront. Matching the downtown's innovative arts district, cafés, and boutiques is an equally inventive beach area, with hotels, cafés, and shops facing an undeveloped shoreline, and new resort-style hotels replacing faded icons of yesteryear. Despite wariness of pretentious overdevelopment, city leaders have allowed a striking number of glittering high-rises. Nostalgic locals and frequent visitors fret over the diminishing vision of sailboats bobbing in waters near downtown; however, Fort Lauderdale remains the yachting capital of the world, and the water toys don’t seem to be going anywhere.
Room Type & Prices
All prices per person based on double occupancy. Solo traveller prices — single occupancy. Contact our cruise experts for the latest availability and best fares.
Prices include return flights from your chosen departure airport.
Guarantee Inside
181–200 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Inside Stateroom
181 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Deluxe Inside Stateroom
202 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Guarantee Ocean View
200 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Ocean View
200 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Prime Ocean View Stateroom
200 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Deluxe Ocean View
242 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Panoramic Ocean View
212 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Deluxe Porthole View with Veranda
202 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Deluxe Balcony Stateroom Guarantee
243 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Guarantee Concierge Class
243 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Guarantee Infinite Veranda
Up to 2 guests
Concierge Class (Partial View)
243 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Concierge Class Stateroom
243 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda
243 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (Partial View)
243 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Prime Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda
285 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Guarantee AquaClass®
243 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Prime Concierge Class
285 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Sunset Veranda Stateroom
228 sqft · Up to 2 guests
AquaClass® Stateroom
243 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Prime AquaClass® Stateroom
285 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Magic Carpet® Sky Suite
400 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Sky Suite
319 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Aqua Sky Suite
319 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Sunset Sky Suite
462 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Celebrity Suite
401 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Royal Suite
687 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Iconic Suite
1892 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Inside
Oceanview
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guarantee Ocean View · 200 sqft | Y Ocean View Stateroom Guarantee | Enquire → | ||
| Ocean View · 200 sqft | O2 Oceanview | Enquire → | ||
| Prime Ocean View Stateroom · 200 sqft | O1 Prime Oceanview | Enquire → | ||
| Deluxe Ocean View · 242 sqft | DO Deluxe Oceanview | Enquire → | ||
| Panoramic Ocean View · 212 sqft | PO Panoramic Ocean View Stateroom | Enquire → | ||
| Deluxe Porthole View with Veranda · 202 sqft | P2 Deluxe Porthole view with Veranda (P2) | Enquire → | ||
| P1 Deluxe Porthole view with Veranda (P1) | Enquire → |
Guarantee Ocean View · 200 sqft
Y Ocean View Stateroom Guarantee
Ocean View · 200 sqft
O2 Oceanview
Prime Ocean View Stateroom · 200 sqft
O1 Prime Oceanview
Deluxe Ocean View · 242 sqft
DO Deluxe Oceanview
Panoramic Ocean View · 212 sqft
PO Panoramic Ocean View Stateroom
Deluxe Porthole View with Veranda · 202 sqft
P2 Deluxe Porthole view with Veranda (P2)
Deluxe Porthole View with Veranda · 202 sqft
P1 Deluxe Porthole view with Veranda (P1)
Balcony
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Balcony Stateroom Guarantee · 243 sqft | X | Enquire → | ||
| Guarantee Concierge Class · 243 sqft | XC Concierge Class Balcony Stateroom Guarantee | Enquire → | ||
| Guarantee Infinite Veranda | EX Infinite Veranda Gateway | Enquire → | ||
| Concierge Class (Partial View) · 243 sqft | C5 | Enquire → | ||
| C3 Celebrity Concierge Class with Infinity Varanda | Enquire → | |||
| Concierge Class Stateroom · 243 sqft | C4 Concierge Class | Enquire → | ||
| C2 Celebrity Concierge Class with Infinity Varanda | Enquire → | |||
| Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda · 243 sqft | E5 Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (E5) | Enquire → | ||
| E4 Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (E4) | Enquire → | |||
| E2 Edge Stateroom with Infinity Varanda | Enquire → | |||
| Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (Partial View) · 243 sqft | E3 Edge Stateroom with Infinity Varanda | Enquire → | ||
| Prime Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda · 285 sqft | E1 Edge Stateroom with Infinity Varanda | Enquire → | ||
| Guarantee AquaClass® · 243 sqft | XA AquaClass Guarantee | Enquire → | ||
| Prime Concierge Class · 285 sqft | C1 Celebrity Concierge Class with Infinity Varanda | Enquire → | ||
| Sunset Veranda Stateroom · 228 sqft | SV | Enquire → | ||
| AquaClass® Stateroom · 243 sqft | A2 Aquaclass Stateroom with Infinity Varanda | Enquire → | ||
| Prime AquaClass® Stateroom · 285 sqft | A1 Aquaclass Stateroom with Infinity Varanda | Enquire → |
Deluxe Balcony Stateroom Guarantee · 243 sqft
X
Guarantee Concierge Class · 243 sqft
XC Concierge Class Balcony Stateroom Guarantee
Guarantee Infinite Veranda
EX Infinite Veranda Gateway
Concierge Class (Partial View) · 243 sqft
C5
Concierge Class (Partial View) · 243 sqft
C3 Celebrity Concierge Class with Infinity Varanda
Concierge Class Stateroom · 243 sqft
C4 Concierge Class
Concierge Class Stateroom · 243 sqft
C2 Celebrity Concierge Class with Infinity Varanda
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda · 243 sqft
E5 Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (E5)
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda · 243 sqft
E4 Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (E4)
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda · 243 sqft
E2 Edge Stateroom with Infinity Varanda
Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (Partial View) · 243 sqft
E3 Edge Stateroom with Infinity Varanda
Prime Edge Stateroom with Infinite Veranda · 285 sqft
E1 Edge Stateroom with Infinity Varanda
Guarantee AquaClass® · 243 sqft
XA AquaClass Guarantee
Prime Concierge Class · 285 sqft
C1 Celebrity Concierge Class with Infinity Varanda
Sunset Veranda Stateroom · 228 sqft
SV
AquaClass® Stateroom · 243 sqft
A2 Aquaclass Stateroom with Infinity Varanda
Prime AquaClass® Stateroom · 285 sqft
A1 Aquaclass Stateroom with Infinity Varanda
Suite
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Carpet® Sky Suite · 400 sqft | MS Nagic Carpet Sky Suite | Enquire → | ||
| Sky Suite · 319 sqft | S1 | Enquire → | ||
| Aqua Sky Suite · 319 sqft | AS | Enquire → | ||
| Sunset Sky Suite · 462 sqft | SS | Enquire → | ||
| Celebrity Suite · 401 sqft | CS | Enquire → | ||
| Royal Suite · 687 sqft | RS | Enquire → | ||
| Iconic Suite · 1892 sqft | IC | Enquire → |
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