Colourful colonial streets, Spanish forts and a lively Caribbean atmosphere make San Juan a captivating cruise stop. Wander the pastel-hued lanes of Old San Juan, savour local flavours and rum, or head beyond the city for golden beaches and lush rainforest scenery. With its blend of history, music and sunshine, this vibrant port offers an unforgettable island welcome.

Sopers Hole offers a taste of laid-back Caribbean island life, with a picturesque harbor, colorful waterfront, and an easygoing welcome from the British Virgin Islands. From here, guests can enjoy beach time, sailing adventures, and scenic island views, while nearby Tortola tempts with palm-fringed coves, relaxed beach bars, and warm turquoise waters.

Gustavia, St Barthelemy's capital, is a chic Caribbean harbor town of red roofs, yachts, boutiques, bars, and French flair. From the lighthouse, you can gaze over waters loved by celebrities and divers. The island was first named by Columbus in 1493, later a Swedish colony, and returned to France in 1878; its heritage remains at Fort Karl above Shell Beach. Nearby are shell-strewn shores, turquoise waters, and quiet gems like Colombier Beach-ideal for a sunset rum cocktail.

Roseau, Dominica's capital on the west coast, blends Caribbean beauty with a strong colonial past. Enjoy volcanic beaches, great snorkeling and diving among coral, marine life and underwater volcanic activity. Explore banana and cocoa plantations, the lively Old Market Square, and the former British fort for sweeping views. Visit the botanical gardens, rainforest waterfalls, and Boiling Lake in Morne Trois Pitons National Park, then relax in hot springs or with a rum punch.

Martinique, the largest Windward Island, lies 4,261 mi (6,817 km) from Paris but feels distinctly French with West Indian flair. Its cuisine blends French and Creole influences. The island is lush with tropical flowers, fruit trees, banana and pineapple fields, sugarcane, mountains, and rain forest. Hiking, snorkeling, scuba diving, tanning, and duty-free shopping are popular, and cruises often visit St-Pierre, buried by ash from Mont Pelée's 1902 eruption.

How about enjoying the smallest most idyllic of the three United States Virgin Islands, St. John? Choose from our different selection of cruises to savor this island's dozens card perfect white sand beaches, turquoise bays abounding in colourful corals & rainbows!

St. Kitts is a lush volcanic island of crystal-clear Caribbean waters, reefs, white-sand beaches, rainforests, and a laid-back "limin" vibe. Explore vine-tangled trails, snorkel or dive with turtles and wrecks, or ride Basseterre's scenic sugar train through unspoiled landscapes. In Basseterre, see the Berkeley Memorial and Independence Square, and visit Brimstone Hill Fortress, the "Gibraltar of the West Indies," a UNESCO World Heritage Site with sweeping coastal views.

Jost Van Dyke is a tiny Caribbean island of turquoise water, white sand, and palm-lined beaches. Drop your shoes, swim in crystal-clear teal seas, snorkel among colorful fish, and relax at White Bay's beach bars. A short climb to Majohnny Hill reveals the island's beauty, while Bubbly Pool offers a natural jacuzzi. Known as a low-key celebrity hideaway, it's famous for rustic beach bars like Foxy's, where rum cocktails and cold beers fuel the party spirit.

Miami is a seaport city on Biscayne Bay in southeastern Florida, the "Cruise Capital of the World." The Port of Miami has led global cruise passenger traffic for over 20 years. Florida's second-largest city, it has about 5.5 million in its metro area and is a major center for finance, commerce, culture, media, entertainment, arts, and trade. Its name means "big water"; Spain claimed it in 1566, and it became U.S. territory in 1821. It is very flat, averaging 1.8 m above sea level.