Cruise lines offer a wide variety of Caribbean itineraries, and the specific ports each ships visits vary depending on the ship size, itinerary length, and season. However, here’s a comprehensive list of Caribbean ports frequently included in cruise ship itineraries.
Eastern Caribbean
- Antigua (St. John’s)
- Barbados (Bridgetown)
- Dominica (Roseau)
- Grenada (St. George’s)
- Guadeloupe (Pointe-à-Pitre)
- Martinique (Fort-de-France)
- Mexico (Isla Mujeres)
- Puerto Rico (San Juan, Culebra, Vieques)
- St. Kitts and Nevis (Basseterre)
- St. Lucia (Castries)
- St. Thomas (Charlotte Amalie)
- Tortola (Road Town)
Western Caribbean
- Belize (Belize City)
- Cayman Islands (George Town)
- Cozumel (San Miguel)
- Grand Turk (Cockburn Town)
- Jamaica (Falmouth, Ocho Rios, Montego Bay)
- Mexico (Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Mahahual, Playa del Carmen)
- Bahamas (Nassau, Freeport)
Southern Caribbean
- Aruba (Oranjestad)
- Bonaire (Kralendijk)
- Curaçao (Willemstad)
- Grenada (St. George’s)
- St. Vincent and the Grenadines (Kingstown)
- Trinidad and Tobago (Port of Spain)
- US Virgin Islands (St. Croix)
It’s important to note that some itineraries might visit multiple islands within a region (e.g., Eastern Caribbean), while others might combine islands from different regions (e.g., Eastern & Western Caribbean). Additionally, cruise lines offer occasional transatlantic cruises that stop at many Caribbean islands on their way between Europe and North America.
To get the most accurate and up-to-date information on specific ports included in a particular cruise, it’s best to check the itinerary details on their website or consult with a travel agent. You can filter searches by ship, departure port, and desired Caribbean region to get a precise overview of available options.
I hope this comprehensive list helps you plan your dream Caribbean vacation!
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