Which Countries are Classed as the Caribbean?
12th February 2024Let us take you on our very own tour of this beautiful area of the globe, not forgetting the chance to visit it thanks to our expansive choice of Caribbean cruise itineraries.
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Best Caribbean Islands
24th April 2018The Caribbean is known for its bright blue skies, warm crystal clear waters and laid back lifestyle. If you’re considering a trip to the Caribbean, whether as a cruise package or a few weeks in the sun, here are our favorite Caribbean islands to visit.
Nassau
As the capital of the Bahamas, Nassau is a popular destination for holidaymakers who want sun, sea and sand – even the blue and yellow stripes on their flag represent the sandy beaches and ocean waves – but it also retains a taste of Europe thanks to still being a member of the British Commonwealth.
Lighthouse
Nassau is a common first port of call on a …
Port of the Month – Barbados
13th April 2018Think of Barbados and it conjures up palm trees blowing in a gentle breeze, bright blue skies, white sandy beaches and turquoise waters. You wouldn’t be far wrong to picture this paradise as Barbados is all this and more. In addition to all this, Barbados has a charm all of its own with a rich, blended culture of its native African heritage and the old English tradition brought to it in relatively recent years.
What to do in Barbados
Barbados’ cruise port is located in a deep water harbour a mile out of the city centre of Bridgetown. Despite the fact that it’s a small island, measuring only 21 by 14 miles, …
Carnival Launches Cozumel Plus
20th April 2016Carnival cruise line has launched Cozumel Plus to give you more time in port, opening the gateway to a variety of new excursion opportunities.
Cozumel Plus has been designed by Carnival cruise line and as well as giving guests longer in port, a selection of additional shore excursions has been unveiled. The new, extra-long tours include incredible experiences such as swimming with whale sharks, exploring undersea caves and visiting the fascinating site of Chichen Itza. These new excursions will be in addition to the 50 existing tours already on offer, presenting huge choice for cruise visitors.
More than 800 Carnival voyages will benefit from …
MSC Cruises unveils plans for purpose built Caribbean Island – Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve
17th December 2015MSC Cruise line are investing $200 million in Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, their own purpose-built private island!
Working in partnership with the Bahamian Government and ecologists, MSC plan to turn a former sand extraction station in the Bahamas into a thriving marine reserve. The ambitious project aims to promote conservation whilst also boosting the tourism economy in the region.
Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, will offer guests the opportunity to enjoy some of the finest beaches in the world alongside an array of Caribbean-inspired experiences.
The family that owns MSC Cruises has more than 300 years of seafaring heritage, which has engendered a deep respect …
Top Christmas Cruise Destinations You Can’t Resist
16th December 2015Find out our top 3 destinations for a Christmas cruise this year.
Cruise holidays are a wonderful way to take a well-deserved escape from the mounting pressures of creating the perfect Christmas at home. Forget spending your time off making sure you have enough seats to host the family for Christmas Dinner and pouring over recipes that’ll promise to deliver the perfect roasties. Instead, you can spend your time off over the festive period, enriching your life by travelling to truly breathtaking destinations around the globe. As well as giving you a chance to recharge your batteries, perhaps the best part of a Christmas cruise is having the opportunity to see …