For many, the Caribbean is synonymous with cruising. With a multitude of ports and itineraries, ships of all sizes, various lengths of itineraries and ports of embarkation, the Caribbean offers the perfect vacation choice for just about anyone.
Caribbean cruises itineraries are typically divided into Eastern, Western and Southern. Eastern Caribbean ports include St. Thomas, St. Maarten and San Juan, among others. Western cruise ports may include Key West, Cozumel, Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman and Belize, to name a few. For the Southern Caribbean enthusiast, you can visit ports such as Antigua, St. Lucia and Barbados in addition to the traditional Eastern or Western ports.
It's easy to understand the allure of the Caribbean. White, sandy beaches stretch for miles and the turqouise water is so blue and so clear you can see the native fish without snorkeling. You can do everything from relax in a hammock on the beach to snorkeling, kayaking, mountain biking, horseback riding, sailing in an America's Cup boat, golfing, shopping, touring historic areas and MUCH more. The possibilities are almost endless.
Many cruise lines sail the Caribbean year-round, but some deploy their ships to Europe and Alaska for the hotter summer months. Typically fares are least expensive from late August through December, excluding holidays. Summer Caribbean cruises are popular for families and book up early, so for the best pricing you will need to plan early.
From June through November is hurricane season. State-of-the-art meteorological equipment aids the ships' crew in avoiding the stormy areas if and when they arise.
At Starfish Travel we will help you find the PERFECT Caribbean itinerary and ship to meet your needs. We'll help you sort through the multitude of choices to plan the Caribbean cruise vacation of your dreams. We find the best price for every cruise we sell, and we take pride in providing you with personal, attentive service. Feel free to e-mail or call us if you have questions or need more information. We're ready to make your dream vacation a reality!
And if you need to research your Caribbean cruise just a bit more, click on the Fodor's link below for a cornucopia of information about cruising the Caribbean!