Southern Caribbean Seafarer / Eastern Wayfarer Cruise

Day 1 - Fort Lauderdale

Arrive: Wed 19 February 2025 / Depart: Wed 19 February 2025 at 15:00

There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion.

Day 2 - Half Moon Cay

Arrive: Thu 20 February 2025 at 09:00 / Depart: Thu 20 February 2025 at 16:00

The Caribbean is full of tropical wonders and natural beauty. But there’s nothing like Half Moon Cay, our pristine private island paradise in the Bahamas. Cruise to the Bahamas with Holland America Line and discover the most stunning, highest-rated private-island experience in the region, Half Moon Cay. This island has won Porthole Cruise Magazine’s Best Private Island award 17 consecutive years, and was also named the best in Travel Weekly's Readers' Choice Awards. As soon as your toes touch that powdery white sand and your eyes settle on the perfect blue-crystal clear water, you’ll understand why this island is one of the most sought out destinations. Whether you are planning a romantic getaway or a family vacation, book a Bahamas cruise and explore Half Moon Cay's beautiful beaches, exciting cruise excursions, exclusive beach cabanas and more.

Day 3 - Grand Turk

Arrive: Fri 21 February 2025 at 11:30 / Depart: Fri 21 February 2025 at 19:30

Named for the fez-like scarlet blossoms of the cactus that grows here, Grand Turk is a pristine place of simple pleasures. Float dreamily over vibrant coral reefs, dine on conch fritters, set your watch to "island time."

Day 4 - Amber Cove, Dominican Republic

Arrive: Sat 22 February 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 22 February 2025 at 17:00

Located on the Dominican Republic's north coast, the port of Amber Cove, near Puerto Plata, is a new phenomenon. Built in 2015, the area was fashioned as an homage to the country’s colonial architecture and features restaurants, bars and shops, as well as an activity center, a pool and cabanas. But it’s the neighboring region, known as the Amber Coast for its plethora of the semiprecious stone, that’s this port’s true draw. Along with golden-sand beaches and dramatic cliffs, there's the city of Puerto Plata, one of the Caribbean’s oldest, founded in the early 1500s. Another nearby option is Santiago de los Caballeros, known locally as simply Santiago, about an hour's drive from the port. The second-largest city in the Dominican Republic, it is home to excellent museums, historic buildings and cigar and rum makers.

Day 5 - At Sea

Day 6 - Oranjestad, Aruba

Arrive: Mon 24 February 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 24 February 2025 at 23:00

Located off the coasts of Venezuela and Colombia, the windswept Dutch island of Aruba feels like another world. When you take a cruise to Aruba, you can relax in the shade of a swaying Divi Divi tree on a pristine beach or explore untamed coastal cliffs in an exotic landscape filled with cacti. Just one day on an Aruba cruise can lead to a lifetime full of stories.

Day 7 - Willemstad, Curacao

Arrive: Tue 25 February 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 25 February 2025 at 23:00

Amsterdam-like canals, gabled Dutch colonial buildings, an exotic floating market. This bustling duty-free port has it all. Plus the world-famous Curaçao Liqueur Distillery and an intriguing coral reef teeming with parrotfish and queen angelfish. Sample shore excursions: Curaçao Dolphin Encounter; Curaçao See & Sea Tour; Highlights of Curaçao with Folkloric Show; Canoe Safari; Willemstad Trolley Train.

Day 8 - Bonaire

Arrive: Wed 26 February 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Wed 26 February 2025 at 15:00

Preservation rules on Bonaire, long known to divers and snorkelers for its pristine, unspoiled reefs and Lac Bay, rated one of the top dive spots in the world. Take in the blush of thousands of pink flamingos at the sanctuary at Pekel Meer, home of the largest colony of flamingos in the Western Hemisphere. Discover the treasures of the quaint capital of Kralendijk. Sample shore excursions: Samur Sail & Snorkel Adventure; Sportfishing; Nature Bike Tour; Mangrove Boating Eco Adventure.

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - At Sea

Day 11 - Fort Lauderdale

Arrive: Sat 01 March 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Sat 01 March 2025 at 15:00

There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion.

Day 12 - At Sea

Day 13 - At Sea

Day 14 - Philipsburg, St Maarten

Arrive: Tue 04 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 04 March 2025 at 17:00

Philipsburg is the capital of Sint Maarten, the Dutch side of the Caribbean island Saint Martin. Beachfront bars line the boardwalk along Great Bay. Voorstraat, or Front Street, has duty-free shops and casinos. The St. Maarten Zoo is home to parrots, monkeys and a playground. Sint Maarten Museum displays artifacts from the indigenous Arawak people. The ruins of 17th-century Fort Amsterdam stand on a nearby peninsula.

Day 15 - St John's, Antigua

Arrive: Wed 05 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 05 March 2025 at 16:00

Antigua is a Caribbean paradise, with sun-drenched beaches and lush rainforests. Explore the capital city of St. John’s, where the baroque towers of St. John’s Cathedral stand guard. Visit the Museum of Antigua and Barbuda and see Arawak and colonial antiquities. Glimpse rarely-seen species in the rainforest canopy. Nearby, Barbuda is home to one of the region's most significant bird sanctuaries. Sample shore excursions: Kayak & Snorkel Adventure; Five Star Bird Island.

Day 16 - Castries, St. Lucia

Arrive: Thu 06 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 06 March 2025 at 17:00

Stunning mountain peaks, lush rainforest, and perfectly turquoise water. Discover this Caribbean gem on a Cruise to St. Lucia. This Caribbean island offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the raw power of Mother Nature at her finest. On a Cruise to St. Lucia, visit the only drive-in volcano in the world, explore the natural wonders of the wild or simply relax with a good book on an even better beach. St Lucia truly has it all. Book a Caribbean cruise and discover St. Lucia's sandy white beaches, vibrant tropical foliage, and authentic island food.

Day 17 - Roseau

Arrive: Fri 07 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 07 March 2025 at 17:00

Wonderfully untouched. Take in the thunder of Trafalgar Falls, breathtaking in triplicate; watch for the rare and beautiful Sisserou parrot, found only here.

Day 18 - St. Kitts

Arrive: Sat 08 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 08 March 2025 at 17:00

St. Kitts and Nevis are a pair of islands that form a single Eastern Caribbean nation. Ripe with historical sites, the larger St. Kitts passed hands among the Spanish, French and English, with the latter establishing the strongest foothold. The architecture and layout of its capital city, Basseterre, are all typically British. And the island's sprawling, colonial-era plantations are a reminder of the tumultuous history of the tobacco, rum, sugar and slave trades that were here for generations. Beyond its rich past, St. Kitts offers golden-sand beaches for relaxing, a lush jungle interior that welcomes heart-pumping adventure, laid-back bars with fantastic sunset views and restaurants serving up über-local fare.

Day 19 - St. Thomas (US Virgin Islands)

Arrive: Sun 09 March 2025 at 09:00 / Depart: Sun 09 March 2025 at 17:00

The lovely, European-influenced port of Charlotte Amalie wins the prize for Caribbean shopping thrills. Cameras, jewelry, watches, perfumes are all here. So are beautiful beaches, undersea gardens and tales of Blackbeard. Sample shore excursions: Sea Trekking Helmet Dive & Coral World; Champagne Catamaran Sail & Snorkel to St. John; St. Thomas Ocean Racing; Ultimate Island Experience.

Day 20 - At Sea

Day 21 - Half Moon Cay

Arrive: Tue 11 March 2025 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 11 March 2025 at 16:00

The Caribbean is full of tropical wonders and natural beauty. But there’s nothing like Half Moon Cay, our pristine private island paradise in the Bahamas. Cruise to the Bahamas with Holland America Line and discover the most stunning, highest-rated private-island experience in the region, Half Moon Cay. This island has won Porthole Cruise Magazine’s Best Private Island award 17 consecutive years, and was also named the best in Travel Weekly's Readers' Choice Awards. As soon as your toes touch that powdery white sand and your eyes settle on the perfect blue-crystal clear water, you’ll understand why this island is one of the most sought out destinations. Whether you are planning a romantic getaway or a family vacation, book a Bahamas cruise and explore Half Moon Cay's beautiful beaches, exciting cruise excursions, exclusive beach cabanas and more.

Day 22 - Fort Lauderdale

Arrive: Wed 12 March 2025 at 07:00 / Depart: Wed 12 March 2025

There is an abundance of things to see and do in the Ft. Lauderdale area: visit the newly redesigned Ft. Lauderdale Beach and cafes, stroll the historic Riverwalk, shop the luxurious stores on Las Olas Boulevard or adventure to the Everglades for an intriguing air boat excursion.