Ports Visited

Amber Cove, Dominican Republic
Discovering new sights is one of the beauties of travel, and that couldn't be more true when it comes to Amber Cove, Dominican Republic. In this world full of information on just about everything, Amber Cove is a throwback — it’s the kind of quiet little spot you won’t find on most maps. But you will find it — brimming with bars and pools, plus opportunities for lounging and shopping — to be the gateway to island paradise, Dominican-style. Beyond Amber Cove is Puerto Plata, a town that began life as the first European settlement in the Americas. Its founder? Oh, just a guy named Christopher Columbus… so you know that arriving by sea is the ultimate way to get here. Whether you're looking for a day at the beach, some Dominican Republic adventure or just a little poolside me-time, Amber Cove is just the ticket. 

Basseterre, St Kitts 
With dormant volcanoes, golden sand beaches and gorgeous green hills, St. Kitts is a beautiful backdrop to your Caribbean adventure. Discovered in 1623 by the British and settled by the French in 1625, the island's deep colonial history is reflected in the abandoned fortresses, as well as its landscaped gardens, city squares and architectural details.

Belize City, Belize 
With miles of lush tropical rain forest, a gorgeous Caribbean coastline and the longest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere, it doesn't take long to realize why Belize City is known as "The Jewel." Located between Mexico and Guatemala, Belize possesses a unique combination of modernity and rustic Caribbean charm. Ancient ruins indicate that Belize was first inhabited by the Mayans in 300 B.C. This Indian heritage, combined with a rich European history, creates a destination full of charm and wonder for all to discover.

Boston, Massachusetts
In the United States’ oldest city, colonial heritage is the backdrop for an inviting mix of culture and lively street life. See where Revolutionary history took place on a walking or trolley tour along Boston's Freedom Trail. Walk the cobblestone and brick of the Freedom Trail and you'll see many monuments to Boston's rich history. Beginning at Boston Common, you'll pass the site of the Boston Massacre and go on to Faneuil Hall, Paul Revere's House and Charlestown, among many other places central to American history. You'll find out why they call Boston "The Walking City."

Bridgetown, Barbados
You’ll find Bridgetown strikes a fine mix of island warmth and English heritage. Stately colonial buildings intermingle with colorful wooden homes, open-air markets, and catch-of-the-day cafes. Outside of the bustle of “Town,” as the locals call it, Barbados is a new kind of paradise in any direction. Cruise to Barbados and head towards the shore for pink-and-white-sand beaches that stretch on endlessly and crystal clear turquoise waters. Or stick to the center of the island, you’ll find rolling hills and valleys, sugarcane fields and historic plantations. You can even travel underground to discover limestone caves with their own waterfalls.

Castaway Cay, Bahamas
Discover Disney's perfect private island paradise - for kids and teens, it's Never Land; for adults, it's Shangri-La. Step off the ship and you know, instantly, you've arrived at a magical place. Be as active as you want or simply find your place under the sun. The choices on this breathtaking Bahamian oasis are yours alone

Castries, St Lucia
From dramatic landscapes molded by ancient volcanoes to sparkling palm-fringed beaches, St. Lucia is some amazing Caribbean eye candy. Luxury resorts nestle up to the natural beauty, giving this island just the right touch of exclusivity. Cruise to St. Lucia and explore the coast by catamaran. Hike to the peaks of the soaring twin Pitons. Tour rainforests and explore the fishing villages of Anse-La-Raye. Or take a relaxing dip in warm mineral pools heated by the dormant volcano of Soufriere. In the capital of Castries, you’ll find touches of French and British heritage, from the architecture to the cuisine.

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas 
St. Thomas is known as an idyllic vacation spot today, but its history is not so peaceful.  In the 18th century, the island was at the center of a bustling pirate culture, as swashbuckling pirates such as Blackbeard and Drake traded stolen wares in the port of Charlotte Amalie. This world-renowned Caribbean island is home to amazing beaches, gorgeous sea and landscapes and unbelievable duty-free shopping.

Charleston, South Carolina 
Charleston offers all the charm and style of the old south. One of the best-preserved cities in America, you'll find 73 pre-Revolutionary War buildings, 136 from the late 18th century, and more than 600 built before the 1840s. You can step into the past down its cobblestone streets or ride in a horse-drawn carriage. And breathe the fragrant jasmine and wisteria scent of one of the most graceful cities in America.

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Double your fun in Los Cabos on Carnival® cruises to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Tucked between golf courses and desert mountains on Baja California’s southern tip, Cabo San Lucas straddles two oceans—the calm turquoise Sea of Cortez and the crashing blue Pacific. With 18 pristine miles of coastline connecting your port to colonial San José del Cabo, you get two seaside cities in one Cabo San Lucas cruise.

CocoCay, Bahamas  
Royal Caribbean's Private Resort....
Surrounded by the gentle, translucent waters of the Bahamas chain lies the secluded island of CocoCay.   With its white-sand beaches and spectacular surroundings, CocoCay is a wonderland of adventure.  Reserved exclusively for Royal Caribbean guests, this tropical paradise has recently been updated with new aquatic facilities, nature trails and a ton of great places to just sit back, relax and enjoy a tropical drink.

Perfect Day at CocoCay
Featuring the new Water Park / Island Resort Features.  Learn more: CLICK HERE

Costa Maya, Mexico  
Costa Maya, once a trading post for the Mayan Empire, is located in the Mexican Caribbean and is best known for its jungles, beaches, lagoons and Mayan ruins. Recent development and modern port facilities are making Costa Maya the perfect port of call. With so many activities, it will be hard to decide what to do first.

Cozumel, Mexico  
The Conquistadors first saw Mexico from the shores of Cozumel while searching for gold. Today, visitors to the island continue to seek out gold and silver jewelry in the shops of San Miguel while having a great time in its many local bars and restaurants.  Plus, the waters around Cozumel's sheltered coral reefs make this one of the best snorkeling areas in the world.

Ensenada, Mexico  
Picture-perfect Ensenada is the third largest city in the Mexican state of Baja California. Located along the Todos Santos Bay of the Pacific Ocean, Ensenada is a sun-soaked paradise of pristine beaches, turquoise blue water and rugged mountainous terrain.  Ensenada is a city known for celebration, with very friendly, welcoming locals. Unbeknownst to some, Ensenada is well known for its many wineries. In fact, 90% of the best Mexican wines are produced in Ensenada, which is home to the oldest winery in Mexico, Bodegas de Santo Thomas, established in 1888.  A mainstay at many a restaurant in Ensenada is seafood. Not surprisingly, commercial fishing is a big industry in town. You’ll find an abundance of opportunities to dine on local tuna, shrimp, lobster and sardines.  For surfing aficionados, Ensenada is home to several famous surfing spots—including San Miguel Beach and California Trailer Park—and has hosted various worldwide competitions. The Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race, named the world's largest international sailing event, finishes in Ensenada.

Falmouth, Jamaica 
Step off the ship and step back in time.  It may not appear so at first glance, but quaint Falmouth was an economic powerhouse and center for dramatic social change during the English Colonial Period....   Enjoy the exciting Jamaican Coast excursion adventures, breathtaking Caribbean scenery and of course Jerk Chicken.... yeah mon!!!!

Freeport, Bahamas  
The action is sizzling in Freeport, the resort center of Grand Bahama Island. You’ll find plenty of razzle-dazzle entertainment, from a casino to music clubs to barefoot beach bars. But if you’re looking for the Bahamas of seductive, palm-fringed beaches, gentle turquoise seas, and nature at its most vivid, you’ll find that, too. On Carnival® cruises to Freeport, Bahamas, set sail for idyllic sun-baked days on white sand beaches.  Shop for Bahamian goods in outdoor markets and duty-free goods in international boutiques. Soak up the scenery on Xanadu Beach’s powdery crescent of sand. Explore ancient caves and mangrove forests in Lucayan National Park. Snorkel the sparkling waters of a coral reef with cruises to Freeport. Pat a dolphin on the nose at UNEXSO’s Dolphin Experience. 

George Town, Grand Cayman 
Grand Cayman is one of a group of three magnificent tropical islands Christopher Columbus called "Las Tortugas" (the turtles) for the sea creatures he found in the ocean water.  Among other attractions, visitors to the island enjoy learning about the turtles, visiting the town of Hell, exploring Seven-Mile Beach and enjoying the undersea world.

Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos 
Let the name fool you — Grand Turk, of the Turks & Caicos islands, may be small but it’s packed with scenic punch and historic charm. Carnival cruises to Grand Turk deliver you to this enchanted island outpost dotted with old windmills, grassy trails and picture-perfect beaches. Discover an oasis of green set in aquamarine seas, ringed by a pristine coral reef and the steep wall of the continental shelf..

Hamilton, Bermuda  
Bermuda a group of tiny islands in a turquoise sea is calling you... to an interlude of enchantment, an adventure with beauty... to a semi-tropical paradise where you'll bronze in the sunlight and glory in the moonlight.  Bermuda is a 21 square mile (56 kilometers) land area cluster of mostly interconnected small islands in the north-west Atlantic Ocean. One of the nine smallest places in the world, it is located about 600 miles due east of the nearest mainland. Many people are surprised to learn that it is not in the Caribbean, but 900 miles north of it.

Key West, Florida   
Discover what the locals call the "Conch Republic." Early settlers farmed key limes here; later inhabitants salvaged cargo sunk on nearby reefs to create young America's wealthiest city: Key West. Florida is home to this southernmost point in the continental U.S., where you can stroll the streets Hemingway called home and soak in one of the city's celebrated Mallory Square sunsets in this part Bohemian village, part historical landmark and always fun-filled town.

Kings Wharf, Bermuda  
King's Wharf has something for everyone. Sample typical island food and stroll through the shops and museums of the Royal Naval Dockyard, an impressive military fortress built in 1815. Sail the clear waters of Hamilton Sound. Find quaint gems at the Bermuda Arts Center and Craft Market. If that's not enough, a snorkel park and water sport facility offer hours of activities to the adventuresome.

Labadee, Haiti 
Royal Caribbean's Private Resort....
A beach paradise filled with various Beach & Water related activities, including an Ocean Aqua Park, Barbecue Luncheon, 3 Beaches and Straw Market Shopping.

Mahogany Bay, Honduras   
Imagine a place where lobster is a common lunch fare, traffic lights don't exist, and you can hail a taxi on the water. Welcome to Roatan, the largest of the Bay Islands, 30 miles north of Honduras. Almost 40 miles long and just 2.5 miles at its widest point, the remote island boasts white-sand beaches, pristine bays and spectacular coral reefs.

Mazatlan, Mexico 
Go from the opera house to the lighthouse with Carnival cruises to Mazatlán, Mexico. This city’s 17-mile-long beach has rolling swells for surfers and calm waters for swimmers. Thatch-roofed shacks serve the freshest seafood and beach bars pour crisp cervezas with lime. On cruises to Mazatlán, don't forget to head out beyond the bustling beach scene to experience the charming colonial core of Viejo Mazatlán, complete with ornate churches and photogenic Spanish mansions.


Montego Bay, Jamaica
When it comes to cruises to Jamaica, this is a port you won’t want to miss. Prepare to let your hair down and kick back to seductive reggae rhythms on your cruise to Montego Bay. Boasting some of Jamaica’s finest beaches, shopping, restaurants and golf courses, “Mo Bay” (as it’s affectionately known) is a tropical live-wire. Are you ready to immerse yourself in the town’s festive energy? Carnival’s cruises to Montego Bay let you shop, swim, and play in Mo Bay to your heart’s content — and sample Jamaica’s rich culture on excursions into the island’s breathtaking countryside. History lovers can experience the grandeur of old-time mansions and golfers can test their skills on a course with a Caribbean backdrop. Whatever you’re into, we’ve got everybody covered on our cruises to Montego Bay.

Nassua, Bahamas  
Explore Nassau, Bahamas - the capital of the Commonwealth - where endless tropical delights welcome you with a unique British colonial charm. In the 17th century, pirates - including the infamous Blackbeard - dominated the territory, before civilization was restored in the 1700s and Nassau began to prosper. Now you can visit a wonderful island with outstanding shops, exciting casinos, unbelievable beaches - and evidence throughout the city of its storied past.

Philipsburg, St Maarten  
When the Spanish closed their colonial fort on St. Maarten in 1648, a few Dutch and French soldiers hid on the island and decided to share it.  Soon after, the Netherlands and France signed a formal agreement to split St. Maarten in half, as it is today.  Philipsburg displays its Dutch heritage in its architecture and landscaping. T he island offers endless stretches of beach, beautiful landscapes and great shopping.

Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida   
You don't have to be a rocket scientist to find Port Canaveral thrilling.  This is the home of the Kennedy Space Center, where you can catch a fascinating glimpse into the history — and future — of the U.S. space program.  Or, take a leisurely stroll along the Cocoa Beach Pier; the shopping is great and the beach views are truly "out of this world."  

Oh yeah, and Disney World is just an hour away...

Princess Cays  
Cruise to Princess Cays and you’ll come ashore in Love Boat Marina — a sign that this private resort on the island of Eleuthera, Bahamas was designed to be classic cruising perfection. Make landfall and discover an island’s worth of vacation fun and amenities. You’ll find a BBQ pit already fired up for lunch, and a supervised kids’ area ready to receive the little ones. Somewhere among the palm trees you might spy the exclusive adult-only retreat. By now it’s clear that Princess Cays is good for more than just a beach day, but plan on fitting one in anyway — this wouldn’t be a prime cruise destination without great things to do, and great ways to get wet, like swimming, kayaking and sailing.

Progresso, Mexico   
Progreso, located on the northwest coast of Mexico's Yucatan peninsula, is a regular port of call on Western Caribbean itineraries, particularly those leaving from New Orleans and Texas ports. Located on the Gulf of Mexico, Progreso serves as an access point for visiting the rich Mayan historical sites found in this part of the world. (There are 2,040 sites in the state of Yucatan, of which only a tiny fraction have been excavated and restored.) The main attraction is the famed Chichen Itza, a new world wonder (be prepared for a long day), along with other less-crowded archeological sites that include Uxmal, Mayapan and Dzibilchaltun.

 Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Reigning over Banderas Bay and bordered by the tropical forests of the Sierra Madre Mountains, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, is both a modern beach resort and an eco-adventure launching pad. On Puerto Vallarta cruises, scuba dive with manta rays, spot dolphins playing in the waves, and hike to jungle cascades. Admire contemporary Latin American art in this breezy seaside city on your Carnival cruise to Puerto Vallarta.

Roatan, Honduras    
Roatán Island is the largest and most developed of the three Bay Islands of Honduras and lies not far off the northern coast. The majority of the population of Roatán originated from the Cayman Islands. The growth of tourism and travel awards has put Honduras squarely on the map. Today, the beautiful Caribbean island is a mecca for divers and snorkelers. Commercial fishing is one of the main economic drivers in Roatán and is home to one of the largest fishing fleets in the Western Caribbean.

San Juan, Puerto Rico 
One of the largest islands in the Eastern Caribbean, Puerto Rico's landscape encompasses mountains, underground caves, coral reefs, white-sand beaches and an incredibly massive rain forest that supplies fresh water to most of the island. At the same time San Juan, the capital of the commonwealth, is a big city with a bustling business district, glitzy resorts and casinos, as well as one of the most stunning examples of colonial life in the Western world.

St Johns, Antigua 
Antigua has a beach for every day of the year— literally. But the island experience goes beyond 365 distinct ribbons of white sand and clear waters. In the capital city of St. John, you’ll discover charming candy-colored architecture, lively markets, and a beautiful baroque cathedral. And smiling locals greet you everywhere you go. On the southern coast, you can explore Nelson’s Dockyard, a centuries-old British naval base built by Admiral Horatio Nelson. Past Antigua’s yacht-studded coastline, you’ll find upscale boutiques, wild forest trails, hidden coves, and coral reefs bustling with tropical fish. But the best way to really see the island is from up above, so cruise to Antigua and hop into a helicopter for a panoramic look at lush jungles, golden beaches, and the nearby volcanic island, Montserrat.