Crystal Cruises, Panama canal from Miami, November 27, 2024

Cruising from: Miami, Florida;

Departure Date: 27 November, 2024;

Cruise Line: Crystal Cruises;

Cruise Ship: Crystal Serenity;

Duration: 11-day cruise;

Ports of Call: Miami, Gustavia, Fort-de-France, Aruba, Cartagena, Cartagena, Panama Canal, Puerto Caldera;

Day 0 Miami, Florida

Miami is well known across the globe for its glitz and glamor and its beaches and sunny weather. PortMiami, formally the Dante B. Fascell Port of Miami, is a major seaport located in Biscayne Bay in Miami, Florida. PortMiami delivers a tropical vacation experience like no other port in the world.

Day 1 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 2 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 3 Gustavia, St. Barts (Saint Barthelemy)

The largest town on Saint Barts and the administrative center of the French overseas collectivity in the French West Indies, Gustavia, is located on the island of Saint Barts. It is situated on the western shore of Saint Barthelemy, also known as Saint Barts. The port, which is located in a natural inlet that leads out onto the Bay of Gustavia, is the focal point of the city's layout. Picturesque Gustavia proudly bears traces of a long, Scandinavian presence as well as a rich, French historical past. These include the ruins of ancient forts, a lovely Anglican church with a wooden bell tower, the Wall House, island-style dwellings with colorful shutters, Swedish period warehouses, and a traditional neighborhood situated on a small beach that is dedicated to fishing. Gustavia is home to an eclectic mix of iguanas, night-blooming cactus, and fabulous beaches, as well as luxury yachts, designer boutiques, and celebrities.

Day 4 Fort-de-France, Martinique

Fort de France is the capital of Martinique, the largest city in the French Antilles, and one of the major cities in the Caribbean. The city center is resplendent with architecture dating back to the start of the 19th century and monuments that speak of the island's history. The full range of shops, restaurants, and services are available in a distinctly Caribbean style. As the country's chief port and busiest commercial center, it is famous for exporting sugar, rum, tinned fruit, and cacao.

Day 5 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 6 Aruba, Dutch Caribbean

Aruba is one of the three ABC islands in the southern Caribbean and a popular port of call for cruise ships from Miami, Florida. Aruba, a Caribbean island off the coast of Venezuela, is an extremely safe tourist paradise, filled with glistening white sand beaches and countless entertainment options. Aruba also has a unique climate, combining the Caribbean tropics with a beautiful desert landscape. The Aruba travel season from Miami, Florida, lasts all year since the weather stays consistently warm. The best way to maximize your happy memories on the One Happy Island is to spend some time researching the sights and attractions or try some adventurous activities and entertainment.

Day 7 Cartagena, Colombia

Originally called "Cartagena de Indias," Cartagena is one of the oldest cities in Colombia and an important port for the country. The port is a frequent stop for cruise ships in the southern Caribbean, especially those making the transit through the Panama Canal. What makes Cartagena so amazing is the sum of its many wonderful parts: its colonial, republican, and modern architecture; the allure of its lively nightlife; its cultural festivals; its exuberant landscapes; its magnificent beaches; its outstanding gastronomic offerings; and its significant hotel and tourism infrastructure. The city is like a colonial treasure trove available to the public, but it has much more to offer than just history and culture. The Old Town of Cartagena is a Unesco World Heritage Site, and it is a labyrinth of cobbled streets, balconies draped with bougainvillea, and massive churches whose shadows fall across plazas of lush vegetation.

Day 8 Cartagena, Colombia

Originally called "Cartagena de Indias," Cartagena is one of the oldest cities in Colombia and an important port for the country. The port is a frequent stop for cruise ships in the southern Caribbean, especially those making the transit through the Panama Canal. What makes Cartagena so amazing is the sum of its many wonderful parts: its colonial, republican, and modern architecture; the allure of its lively nightlife; its cultural festivals; its exuberant landscapes; its magnificent beaches; its outstanding gastronomic offerings; and its significant hotel and tourism infrastructure. The city is like a colonial treasure trove available to the public, but it has much more to offer than just history and culture. The Old Town of Cartagena is a Unesco World Heritage Site, and it is a labyrinth of cobbled streets, balconies draped with bougainvillea, and massive churches whose shadows fall across plazas of lush vegetation.

Day 9 Panama Canal, Panama

The Panama Canal is a lock-type canal, owned and administered by the Republic of Panama, that connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans through the narrow Isthmus of Panama. The length of the Panama Canal from shoreline to shoreline is about 40 miles, and from deep water in the Atlantic to deep water in the Pacific, about 50 miles. The canal, which was completed in August 1914, is one of the two most strategically important artificial waterways in the world.

Day 10 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 11 Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica

Puerto Caldera is one of the most important port cities in Costa Rica and often the starting point for cruises and industrial ships. This tiny town is near many of Costa Rica's top attractions and most visited cities, including San Jose, Jaco, and Puntarenas. Puerto Caldera offers facilities for travelers, and there are gift shops to purchase jewelry, wooden crafts, coffee, and more.