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Whoever you are and wherever you come from, there is a piece of Cayman that will speak to you. It could be our melting pot of cultures that causes the best traditions to rise to the top. It could be the finer things in life that only seem to get better here. It could be the works of Mother Nature or the skills of our artisans. Odds are, what resonates with you will be all of the above and more.

Great Cruise on the Bamboozle!

“ My wife and I with two other couples took the 52’ beautiful Bamboozle out for a 3 hour cruise and even stopped at stingray city . Was an amazing time , amazing ship and amazing crew . Will definitely always be first call when we come back . Crew was so fun and respectful of anything we wanted to do and such a great guide at the stingray city part. Even let me take my drone for a spin and plenty of pictures! Thanks captain Glen, Stephanie and all the crew!”

Life Memory

“ What an amazing charter! We had a great day, great crew and great memories! It’s like I tell my family, we will have a lot of memories in our lives but only a few life memories. Those are the ones I’m after and that’s what we got with Surfside Charters! Thanks guys and can’t wait to do it again!”

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Point Blue Sailing offers both luxury monohull and catamaran sailing charters that aim to provide guests with an exclusive, private sailing experience, offering complete flexibility and customisation. Charters range from adventurous blue water sailing in the Caribbean Sea outside the reefs of Grand Cayman’s North Sound or lazy hours cruising the North Sound and taking in some of the world’s best snorkelling sites, including the world famous Stingray City. Lunch and dinner options are available at a selection of venues from beach bar to fine dining. For full day charters, we suggest a sail around the island to the white sand of Seven Mile Beach.

You only need to bring yourself. We provide beach towels, snorkelling gear, kids Salus life jackets, fresh Caribbean fruit, and cold drinks. We do not serve alcohol but feel free to bring your own -- a fridge, coolers and ice will be provided.

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DAY SAILING CRUISE

The sea is your playground for the day. Relax on deck in the sun as we sail you across the North Sound or chill out in a fully-shaded cockpit. Some of our favourite, local Points of Interest you may wish to see are listed below. Point Blue Sailing is all about buil...

SUNSET SAILING CRUISE

The sun setting on the Caribbean Sea is the perfect end to a holiday. Depending on the time of year, leaving at 5:00 – 5:30 p.m., you can simply spend a couple of hours sailing the North Sound Feel free to bring your own refreshments for a toast. We pro...

• STINGRAY CITY SANDBAR
• STARFISH POINT
• PADDLE BOARDING
• REEF SNORKELING
• KAIBO BEACH BAR
• BLUE WATER SAILING

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Thank you for our wonderful trip out! What a fabulous experience kids and adults had a ball!!

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We had an amazing time with point blue sailing. They thought of everything and were an absolute delight! Can't wait to return.

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We had a great afternoon out sailing with Captain Dean, highly recommended for family and friends visiting! We had a great afternoon out sailing with Captain Dean, highly recommended for We had a grea

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"Cayman Catamarans" is the newest sailing catamaran introduced by the parent company Sailcayman Ltd; established in 1996 Sailcayman is one of the longest established and well respected Private Charter Companies in Grand Cayman. Hailing from Ireland, Neil Galway the company owner/operator has lived on island since 1987 and recognized the trend towards sailing Catamarans. "The modern day Cat offers Great Speed along with Stability and heaps of space to spread out and Relax"."Tom Cat"is the Newest Sailing Catamaran on Grand Cayman and at 39' this 2014 Built Lagoon is state of the Art, with capability to carry Private Charter Parties of up to 20 passengers comfortably. Our concept with "Tom Cat"is to provide a very relaxed excursion spending more time at each and every spectacular location, with Charters ranging from 3-8 hours duration.

A luxurious 4/5 hour charter visiting the "Must See", Very Best Marine Destinations on the "North Sound" (Cayman's Premier Snorkel Location) We shall Visit the World Famous "Sting Ray City Sandbar" or the Less visited "Original Stingray City" (Full interaction with the Rays its a 10' snorkel with an abundance...

A luxurious 7/8 hour charter which will cover all of the "North Sounds" (Cayman's Premier Snorkel Location) Best Sites. Starting with the rarely visited "Original Stingray City" we drop a mile or so down to the off the beaten path "Barrier Reef" Then its time to relax on the forward nets on our way to the...

A Luxurious 2/3 hour leisurely sail around the 35' square miles which is the" North Sound" Wind depending, we might cruise through the Mangrove Channel that separates "Booby Quay" from Our Central Wetlands or do a fly by of "Kaibo" and the "Little Sound" enjoying the Cool Breezes and Beautiful Nature...

We offer Cruising around Grand Cayman, The Sister Islands and Cuba, its a 2 night Minimum (Grand Cayman Only) and depending on your adventure a maximum of 6 nights. Breakfast, and Light snacks/Lunches are arranged to order, with Dinner options onboard or at an array of local restaurants...

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We will build a tailor made charter that's flexible to your group's needs while still holding our Mainstay personal touch. We ensure, every time, no matter what age, that everyone onboard has the maximum amount of fun

We accommodate families with ease…we keep the kids entertained with a plethora of water toys at their disposal including a kneeboard, tube, fishing gear, lobster snares (when in season) even a splash pool for the toddlers in the cockpit!

We have entertained  weddings, renewing of the vows, engagements, corporate groups, disabled groups, kids birthdays, staff parties, hen nights (we even installed a dance pole for that one -mainly for our entertainment!). Just let us offer a few options to make your day and we will deliver what you expect…and so much more

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A Natural Wonderland on Land and Sea

The Cayman Islands lie in the western Caribbean between Cuba and Cental America; a British territory that due to its popularity both for leisure and offshore financial dealings has numerous air links that make it one of the region's most accessible island destinations. Comprising three islands - Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman, each with its own personality and attractions, the Cayman group is a charter sailing holiday location the equal of any tropical island destination. Charters out of the Caymans also offer the opportunity to include Cuba in your boat charter itinerary.

Have it All on your Independent Caymans Cruise

The Cayman Islands is predominantly a crewed-charter destination, with a return stretch of open-water sailing required to visit all three islands. The largest is Grand Cayman, the point of entry at the capital George Town’s international airport.

The Grand Cayman Experience

George Town has all the facilities and sophistication of any major tourist destination, with several land-based attractions to enjoy before or after your charter period.Once aboard, your crew will have all the local knowledge to take you to the best places around the island.

The Caymans have great appeal among divers. If diving is not your thing, there are still plenty of marine attractions on Grand Cayman well worth the experience. Join the cruise ship crowds and wade with the rays at Stingray City, pay a visit to the Turtle Centre, or just take advantage of any opportunity for reef snorkelling.

Nature's Best on Cayman Brac

From Grand Cayman it’s a 120km (75 mile) sail to the much smaller and almost flat Cayman Brac. First impressions are of an island with continuous rugged coastline dropping off into deep water without sign of inviting bays in which to anchor. Fortunately the Cayman Government has laid moorings all around the island, and your crew will select one that’s suitable for the conditions.

Go ashore and enjoy the lush forest cover filed with birdsong emanating from numerous species, some of which are endangered. Multiple trails enable easy access into this wonderful natural space, also home to colourful native plants and endemic iguana.  Cayman Brac has a number of villages and a small tourism infrastructure with a regional airport and the inevitable cruise ship visits. But it’s big enough for everyone to enjoy the unique landscape and natural environment that is the main attraction.

Peaceful Little Cayman, and beyond

Last but not least of the Caymans trio is nearby Little Cayman, the most peaceful and secluded with its almost deserted, soft-sand beaches on which to laze. Little Cayman is best known for its dive sites, the most famous being Bloody Bay Wall, just 100 feet below the surface then dropping off for nearly a mile. This stunning backdrop to a prolific marine life habitat is a highlight for charterers able to access it.

An extended Caymans Island charter creates the opportunity to include southern Cuba in your itinerary. The distance from Cayman Brac/Little Cayman to Cuba’s Jardines de la Reina Archipelago is similar to the sail back to Grand Cayman, while the more developed Cayo Largo is 250km (155 miles) from Grand Cayman and home base. If doing a relatively long passage, your crew will schedule the crossing to the most convenient day/night hours, conditions permitting.  

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Cayman Islands Sailing Charters offers you a personable, private sailing charter, tailored to your specific needs at competitive prices. Visit Grand Cayman’s most famous attractions, and its more hidden ones, and you can enjoy sailing, snorkelling, paddleboarding and fishing on their 37’ Prout Catamaran ‘Be Happy’, skippered by a U.S. Coast Guard Captain.

Our family did the half day cruise. Captain Ben was delightful! He took us snorkelling and we saw beautiful sea life, he gave us a great tour of the Sting Ray Sandbar and we just had a beautiful day sailing! We had so much fun we went back for the evening bio-bay sail, the next evening for a gorgeous sunset, which was incredible!

Capt Ben was great - took us out for a 1/2 day - starfish point, sting ray city, snorkelling. A beautiful world underwater! Nice cruise under-sail to end the day. Gave us good recommendation for other island activities.

This was an unbelievable experience and beyond our expectations! Captain Ben had excellent communication from the time we booked our excursion to the start of it! Very accommodating with our family of 8. Captain Ben was so knowledgeable, friendly and interactive with our family getting everyone involved, we loved spending the afternoon with them! Stingray City Sandbar was breathtaking! Learning all about these amazing creatures you just simply fell in love with them. Starfish Point was where we learned and held these slow crawlers starfish which are amazing. We definitely will be returning customers next time we're back in Grand Cayman! Thank you for making one of the best days of our lives!! Read more

• Personalised private daily boat charters for up to 20 guests from 2 to 8 hours
• Choose from a full day, half day, sunset sail, sunset dinner cruise or Bio Bay tour
• Experience Stingray City and snorkel the Coral Gardens and the Barrier Reef. Visit Starfish Point and the mangrove forests around Booby Cay. Try fishing too!
• Discover Bioluminescence Bay at night
• Trips include fresh fruit, light snacks and bottled water

Experiences

Full day sailing charter.

With a full day’s sail, which is up to 8 hours for a maximum of 20 people, guests can maximise their time exploring the best that Grand Cayman has to offer.

Recommended for all ages

Half Day Sailing Charter

For groups of up to 20 people enjoy a half day/ four-hour sailing package where you can visit two or three locations including Stingray City Sandbar, Starfish Point, a snorkel spot, Rum Point, Booby Key Mangroves and more!

Sunset Sail

Catch the best sunset view out on the open sea.

Bio Bay Tour

Experience the gorgeousness of swimming in bioluminescence in Cayman’s famous Bio Bay.

Sunset Dinner Cruise

Enjoy a beautiful Cayman sunset and a delicious dinner.

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Cayman Yacht Charters

Grand Cayman Catamaran  charters aboard Catch the Cat allow you to sail and explore the Cayman Islands most beautiful locations and snorkel sites aboard your own private luxury catamarant. Miss those crowds and the compromises that come with group tours. A private charter boat is perfect for those wanting fun, flexibility. Click this link to see more about our Grand Cayman Catamaran Charters . Enjoy a fabulous luxury charter experience and create wonderful family memories to last a lifetime. Our crews are very experienced, professional and passionate about what they do. They love to show guests the best that Grand Cayman has to offer and to make sure that everyone has great fun in complete safety.

Grand Cayman Boat Charters

Cayman Yacht Charters have every type of boat available to meet your need for the very best Cayman private charter experience. Visit beautiful locations such as; Stingray City, Starfish point, Coral Gardens or Seven Mile Beach. Enjoy a five star charter experience. Whatever your boating preferences, you will find that Cayman Yacht Charters have a boat that is perfect for you. We are always happy to advise on the best boats and itineraries for your group to enjoy. We can also offer an on board BBQ (catamaran charters only), or lunch platters. Boats can be provisioned with your choice of beverages. We will make your Cayman luxury charter experience one to remember.

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Discerning guests book private boat charters for many reasons, including:

Private boat charters allow people to customize their itinerary, travel at their own pace, and create their own schedule, which is not possible with group tours.

A private boat charter provides a private and intimate setting for people to enjoy with their friends and family, without having to share the experience with strangers.

Private boat charters are often used for special events and celebrations, such as weddings, anniversaries, birthday parties, or Corporate Events.

Private boat charters can be tailored to individual preferences and interests, such as fishing, snorkeling, or diving.

Private boat charters offer guests the chance to enjoy remote and less-visited destinations away from the large tour groups.

Private boat charters can provide a luxurious experience with high-end amenities, such as meals, spacious cabins & restrooms, along with top-of-the-line equipment like great music systems, Jet Skis and fishing gear.

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At Cayman Islands Sailing Charters we offer personable, private sailing charters tailored to your specific needs at competitive prices.

Visit Grand Cayman’s most famous attractions and its more hidden ones. As our guest, you can enjoy sailing, snorkelling, paddle-boarding and scuba diving on our 37′ Prout Catamaran “Be Happy”, skippered by a U.S. Coast Guard Captain.

Join in and learn how to sail, or sit back, relax and unwind on your private sailing trip in and around Grand Cayman. Savour the peaceful sound of the wind on the sails, the blue water lapping against the sides of the boat and take in the gorgeous views. With Cayman Islands Sailing Charters you will have the very best day!

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Cayman Islands Sailing Charter Packages

Choose the all-inclusive private cayman islands boat charter that suits your schedule, budget and preferences. if none of the charters sound just right, then we can customize them to your liking or you can design your own sailing experience., every daytime sailing charter package below includes.

• Complimentary sodas, water and a fresh fruit platter
• Snorkel equipment, including fins and masks
• Snacks for the stingrays
• Float noodles and safety vests
• Coolers, ice and drinkware

You are welcome to bring your favourite beverages and snacks on board too!

What a great day on the water! A beautiful boat on a beautiful sea snorkeling with the stingrays, the fish and the coral. It couldn’t have been better.

Blue sky Sailing

“ Awesome morning sailing . We had a great time with Captain Orneil sailing. We went to original stingray city and had some great snorkeling by the reef. Highly recommend.”

Half Day Charter – 4 Hours

A full-on Caribbean sailing experience, in half the time. Your half-day sail includes 2 snorkel stops in the North Sound where you feed and swim with the stingrays at the original Stingray City.

Then visit the Captain’s secret spot, “Orneil’s Aquarium”, which you won’t find on any map, but it’s teeming with local marine life.

Half-Day Sails:

Morning charters from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm Afternoon charters from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Custom charters available upon request .

“This was my wife and I’s second trip with the Captain Orneil and it was once again, the highlight of our trip to Grand Cayman!”

Full Day Charter – 7 Hours

Make this the highlight of your visit to the Cayman Islands. Your full-day sail includes the 2 snorkel stops included in the half-day charter, plus an additional stop at Starfish Point, along with options for lunch.

Choose between enjoying lunch at Kaibo Beach restaurant, Camana Bay, George Town Yacht Club restaurant, or a picnic style lunch onboard (lunch not included in the charter price).

Full-Day Sails: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

“Great sunset cruise!!! Great experience in every way! The boat is beautiful and the Captain went out of his way to assure that we all had an enjoyable evening.”

Sunset Charter – 2 Hours

The perfect ending to a perfect day. Sit back, relax, and take in the wonder of a Caribbean sunset while sailing through the North Sound.

Sunset Sails: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm or 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm depending on the season.

“If you’re looking for a beautiful evening on the water… I can’t express in words how enjoyable our evening was with Blue Sky Sailing.”

Full Moon Charter – 3 Hours

When’s the last time you had the chance to set sail for the full moon rising over the Caribbean Sea? This is your moment.

Custom Sailing Charter

Customize your sail to meet your specific needs. Need more or less time, let us know. Want to sail offshore in the open blue water, we can do that too. Design your own sailing experience.

USD $300/hour

Kids Pirate Cruise Add-On

Add-on a kids pirate excursion to either our full-or half-day sails. Dress up in eye patches, bandanas, and plastic swords (yours to keep) while hoisting pirate flags onboard.

Then embark on a special treasure hunt while snorkelling at “Orneil’s Aquarium”.

Blue Sky Sailing (Cayman) Ltd Cayman Islands Yacht Club – Dock D15 West Bay, Grand Cayman.

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Sunset Cruise

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Sunset Cruise allows you to enjoy a slow, lazy sail in the North Sound on our comfortable Lagoon 28 foot catamaran as the sun drops over the horizon. Great opportunities for photographs. Listen to the water lap against the hull. Listen to some of your favorite tunes. Bring along some beverages. Relax, unwind…..

Our boat is equipped with full safety and first aid equipment.

Our flexible itinerary can be personalized to ensure you and your group have a wonderful day on the water.

Stingray Sunset Tour this tour covers the number one tourism attraction in the Cayman Islands   Stingray City, mix in a little snorkeling along a pristine barrier reef all whilst you learn about the ecology and history of the Cayman Islands. With a maximum group size of 15 and a tour designed to avoid the crowds this is a must when you visit the Cayman Islands. Book your Stingray Sunset Tour today!

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What to Expect on Cruises to Europe From the USA

Last updated: March 7th, 2024

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Transatlantic cruises provide an exciting opportunity for travelers to experience what it’s like to sail across an ocean while visiting many glamorous ports of call along the journey. Aside from spending many uninterrupted days at sea, a transatlantic cruise to Europe from the USA (and vice versa) often includes stops at popular European destinations such as Lisbon, Palma de Mallorca, Rome, and Provence before or after making the long trek at sea.

If you’re thinking of cruising between the USA and Europe but are not sure what to expect during the long journey, here are some of the fun activities you’ll do during those days at sea, all of the exciting destinations you’ll visit, and the best times of the year to take an unforgettable transatlantic journey across the ocean.

What’s a transatlantic cruise?

Transatlantic cruises are cruises that sail anywhere across the Atlantic Ocean from one continent to another. Most cruises that travel across the Atlantic either depart from Europe and end in the United States, or the other way around.

In the cruising industry, transatlantic sailings are also called repositioning cruises . Repositioning cruises are cruises that sail from one region of the world to another after the tourist season in one area has ended and the ship then relocates to another area, most often with a warmer climate.

Read: What Is a Repositioning Cruise?

When’s the best time to cruise from Europe to the USA?

European cruise season starts in April and ends in November. Most transatlantic cruises set sail in the shoulder season months of April, October, and November.

Cruises to Europe from the USA usually set sail in April in order to get to Europe in time for the high summer tourist season, which kicks off in late May. After the high cruise season in the Mediterranean and Europe ends, ships need to relocate once again, therefore cruises from Europe to the USA usually depart in October and November. Some transatlantic cruises to Iceland and Greenland set sail in August.

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How much is a cruise from Europe to the USA?

One of the biggest draws of taking a transatlantic cruise is that you can experience a longer vacation on an award-winning cruise ship at an exceptional price. Transatlantic cruises are often more affordable than other cruise vacations because they sail during the shoulder seasons, don’t stop in many ports of call, and include several days at sea.

If you love spending time on the open ocean (after all, there’s plenty of entertainment and things to do while onboard), a transatlantic cruise is the perfect vacation.

How long does it take to cruise between the U.S. and Europe?

Transatlantic cruises to Europe from the USA typically last around two weeks, with travelers spending around 11 to 16 nights onboard.

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Which cruise ships sail between Europe and the U.S.?

Several of our award-winning Celebrity Cruise ships travel between Europe and the United States. Our roster of transatlantic cruise ships includes the Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Ascent, Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Constellation, Celebrity Equinox, Celebrity Reflection, and Celebrity Silhouette.

What are the main departure ports in the USA and Europe?

Most of the cruises to Europe from the United States set sail from Fort Lauderdale or Tampa in Florida.

Cruises from Europe to the U.S. depart from Barcelona, Spain; Lisbon, Portugal; Rome, Italy; and Southampton, England.

What are the top things to do on sea days?

All Celebrity cruise ships have exciting activities onboard to keep you busy while you’re sailing across the Atlantic Ocean.

During the day, lounge by the pool, get pampered at the spa, or sunbathe in the solarium or Lido Deck while the kids enjoy playing with others at our Camp at Sea programs.

In the afternoon, enhance your skill set by taking some onboard classes through our CelebrityLife programs, where you can learn more about wine, find out how to edit all those videos and photos you’ve been shooting on your cruise, take a glassblowing class, and more.

Evenings will be filled with delicious food in the main dining room or one of our specialty restaurants. After dinner, take in a show at the theater or fill your night with skillfully prepared cocktails and lively conversation at the Martini Bar or one of the other lounges. If you’re feeling lucky, take your chances at the slot machine or roulette table in the casino.

What are typical ports of call when you cruise from Europe to the USA?

A cruise between Europe and the USA doesn’t just consist of days at sea. You’ll also discover several international ports of call along the way, with stops in Mediterranean hot spots like Mallorca and Lisbon, and islands such as Bermuda and the Azores.

Some of the ports of call you could visit on a cruise between Europe and the USA include:

• Bruges, Belgium
• Cartagena, Spain
• Florence, Italy
• Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
• Lisbon, Portugal
• Ponta Delgada, Azores
• Malaga, Spain
• Nassau, Bahamas
• Nice (Villefranche), France
• Palma de Mallorca, Spain
• Provence (Toulon), France
• Tenerife, Canary Islands

Discover exciting itineraries from Europe to the US or the US to Europe. Search for your next transatlantic cruise along with your airfare, onboard activities, shore excursions, and more. Book now before these once-in-a-lifetime ships sell out!

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Eastern Caribbean vs. Western Caribbean cruises: Which itinerary will I like more?

E astern Caribbean and Western Caribbean cruises might sound similar when you start researching them. Just about wherever you go, you'll enjoy sunny days, sandy shores, sparkling seas and balmy breezes. But the reality is that Caribbean islands' personalities can vary as widely as those of regions of the U.S.

Additionally, it's important to remember that Eastern Caribbean and Western Caribbean refer to cruise ship route types rather than literal descriptions of locations on a map.

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Typically, you sail to the Eastern Caribbean from ports in Florida — in most cases, Miami , Fort Lauderdale and Port Canaveral , the port on the coast near Orlando — as well as San Juan, Puerto Rico, and a few Eastern Seaboard ports, such as New York City. For Western Caribbean sailings, you can depart from Florida ports, as well as Galveston, Texas; Mobile, Alabama; and New Orleans.

So, which embarkation port is best for you? There's no secret to it: whichever one you can get to the fastest and the cheapest.

That said, if you see an itinerary that embarks in the Caribbean, know that you'll get a little extra time in the islands in exchange for that longer flight. On the flip side, itineraries that embark in the Northeast require you to sail the oft-rough seas of the Atlantic to get down to those pale blue Caribbean waters. You will also need longer than a week to sail from more northern home ports to destinations beyond the Bahamas.

Itineraries

Weeklong, round-trip cruises are common in both parts of the Caribbean, but you can also find shorter and longer options.

Common ports in the Eastern Caribbean include both big, crowded, touristy options and some smaller, sleepier islands, which are typically only accessible by small ships or during shore excursions. Itineraries might include visits to Grand Turk, St. Maarten (the Dutch side of the island of St. Martin), the U.S. Virgin Islands (St. Thomas, St. John and St. Croix), the British Virgin Islands (Tortola, Jost Van Dyke and Virgin Gorda), Puerto Rico and ports in the Bahamas — including the cruise lines' private islands . Small vessels (and some larger vessels) might also call in Antigua, Anguilla and Dominica, as well as the tony island of St. Barts.

In the Western Caribbean, you might call on Jamaica, Grand Cayman, Honduras, Belize and Mexican ports such as Cozumel, Costa Maya and Progreso. Some of these ports — in the thick of a strong Caribbean cruise season — can be lined up with large cruise ships; for example, you can find as many as seven ships calling on Cozumel on a busy day.

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Beaches and water sports

If your fantasy is stretching out in the sun and splashing in the surf, you'll want to pick your Caribbean itinerary carefully so you can live the dream. When it comes to beaches, the Eastern Caribbean islands have the Western ones beat in most cases, but you can find sandy shores on most Caribbean itineraries.

With just a short cab ride from the cruise port, you can escape the throngs and find a quiet, sandy strand to call your own. After a few hours in the sun, you'll agree it was worth the effort, especially in Grand Turk and the Virgin Islands.

When it comes to water sports, some of the easiest opportunities to paddleboard, sail, kayak and parasail are available on the cruise lines' private islands, mainly located in the Bahamas. At Disney Cruise Line's Castaway Cay , Holland America 's Half Moon Cay, Norwegian Cruise Line 's Harvest Caye and Great Stirrup Cay, Royal Caribbean's Perfect Day at CocoCay and Labadee , and MSC Cruises' Ocean Cay , you'll find more opportunities to get out on the water than you could take advantage of in a day.

You can find visits to cruise line private islands on many weeklong or longer Eastern or Western Caribbean itineraries.

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Shore excursions

Where the Mexico ports of Cancun, Costa Maya and Progreso in the Western Caribbean shine is in historical sites, especially when it comes to the spectacular pre-Colombian Mayan ruins in Chichen Itza and Tulum. You can tour Mayan sites from Belize as well.

Equally impressive, though a totally different experience, is a day spent snorkeling or diving around the reefs off the Western Caribbean coasts of arid Grand Cayman (known for sea turtles and rays), Jamaica (known for underwater cliffs and unusually colorful coral) and Belize (where you might even get to see whale sharks).

That said, you'll have your pick of island tours, water-based activities and boat rides of all kinds on any itinerary you choose.

In both the Eastern and Western Caribbean, you'll find ports that are designed for shopping, with a mix of luxury boutiques and knickknack stores spread out around the cruise ship terminal.

In Nassau, Bahamas, the famous straw market sells everything from cheaply made souvenirs to local crafts, T-shirts and designer knockoffs. St. Thomas and Grand Cayman also offer a mix of jewelry shops and bric-a-brac, as well as duty-free liquor stores offering rum tastings.

If you luck into an itinerary with St. Barts on the roster, you'll find small French-Caribbean boutiques full of chic resortwear and elegant sandals, as well as rum made with Tahitian vanilla beans.

Bottom line

While every cruise line has its own personality and a type of traveler that would find it ideal, so does every itinerary. You'll want to choose your route carefully and research the individual islands to make sure you are picking not only a ship but also a sailing that plays to your preferences.

That said, our advice is that if you're a beach lover who is looking for peace amid the palm trees, the Eastern Caribbean is the way to go. Those who sunburn easily and are looking for other entertainment than just the joy of their toes in the sand — including history buffs and divers — should consider the Western Caribbean their ideal choice.

If you're looking for a fun-in-the-sun vacation, with a mix of active and relaxing days, you'll be happy no matter where your Caribbean cruise takes you.

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Multiple cruises rerouted, cancelled due to Hurricane Beryl

Ryan Mackey , Digital Journalist

MIAMI – A number of cruise lines have changed itineraries to avoid Hurricane Beryl.

After striking the small island of Carriacou at the entrance of the eastern Caribbean as a 150 mph Category 4 hurricane on Monday, Beryl continued to intensify through the overnight hours, becoming a 165 mph Category 5 hurricane by early Tuesday , according to Local 10 Hurricane Specialist and Storm Surge Expert Michael Lowry.

Multiple cruise companies announced Tuesday that they are making significant adjustments to their Caribbean sailings as Hurricane Beryl approaches, prioritizing the safety of guests and crew.

Royal Caribbean said its Icon of the Seas, Wonder of the Seas, and Harmony of the Seas ships have all changed itineraries due to the hurricane, according to their website. Read the full list of changes by clicking here.

A spokesperson for the cruise line released a statement to Local 10 News Tuesday, which you can read here:

“The safety of our guests, crew and communities we visit is our top priority. Along with our Chief Meteorologist, we are closely monitoring the progression of Hurricane Beryl, and are making adjustments to some of our Caribbean sailings for the comfort and safety of our guests and crew. Guests and travel advisors will be notified directly of any necessary changes.”

Norwegian Cruise Line also reported amendments to the routes for its Jade and Takeaway ships due to the hurricane.

The cruise line has significantly altered the itinerary for its week-long Norwegian Breakaway voyage that departed from Miami on Sunday.

According to a letter sent to guests, the cruise will no longer stop in Honduras, Harvest Caye in Belize, Costa Maya, and Cozumel in Mexico. Instead, the ship will visit Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic, St. Thomas, Tortola, and Great Stirrup Cay in the Bahamas.

Norwegian released the following statement which was obtained by Local 10 News on Tuesday.

“The safety and security of our guests, crew and communities we visit is always a top priority. We are monitoring the projected path of Hurricane Beryl and have amended the itineraries for Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Breakaway’s current voyages. Please see the letters attached, which were provided to all guests on board, for full details,” a Norwegian spokesperson stated.

The Carnival Horizon has canceled its scheduled stop in the Cayman Islands, while the Carnival Liberty will visit Cozumel on Tuesday instead of on July 5.

Additionally, “Disney Fantasy, which is currently sailing a 7-night Western Caribbean itinerary, will no longer call on Falmouth, Jamaica on Wednesday. The ship will instead spend the day at sea,” according to a Disney spokesperson.

These changes come as part of the cruise lines’ efforts to navigate safely through the impending storm.

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