Norwegian Cruise Line, Eastern Caribbean from Miami, January 3, 2025

Cruising from: Miami, Florida;

Departure Date: 3 January, 2025;

Cruise Line: Norwegian Cruise Line;

Cruise Ship: Norwegian Pearl;

Duration: 14-day cruise;

Ports of Call: Miami, Great Stirrup Cay, Catalina Island, Curacao, Aruba, Bridgetown, Antigua, St. Kitts, St. Thomas, Tortola, Puerto Plata, Miami;

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 Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas

Great Stirrup Cay is a small island that is part of the Berry Islands in the Bahamas and is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). Great Stirrup Cay is an unspoiled paradise of magnificent white sand beaches, majestic coconut palms, and calm, pristine waters where an abundance of colorful marine life inhabits the surrounding coral reefs.

Day 2 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 3 Catalina Island, California

Santa Catalina, California. Cruising to Santa Catalina, California. California cruises.

Day 4 Curacao, Dutch Caribbean

Curacao cruises put you in the center of the Southern Caribbean's action. The vibrantly colored island of Curacao, located some 37 miles north of the coast of Venezuela, is part of the ABC chain of islands, which also includes Aruba and Bonaire. Curacao has two main docking spots: the new Curacao Mega Pier (West Willemstad) and the Curacao Cruise Terminal (Mathey Wharf). Willemstad, often called the Amsterdam of the Caribbean, is the capital and main cruise port on the island of Curacao. It is like an old-world European metropolis that was dumped into the Caribbean. You can take a slow walk through the historic district and port, relax on Mambo Beach, or go to one of the city's many museums to learn about the area's rich cultural history.

Day 5 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 6 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 7 Bridgetown, Barbados

Bridgetown, Barbados. Cruising to Buzios, Brazil. Brazil cruises.

Day 8 Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda

St. John's, the capital and port of Antigua, is where cruise ships dock. St. John's is a picturesque entry point into the island's history and culture. St. John's is lined with wooden homes that date back centuries and are now protected by iron roofs. Visit St. John's Cathedral in the downtown area to get a sense of the local religion and culture. You can reach the Heritage Quay open-air shopping center by heading southwest from the cathedral through the city. Have fun at King's Casino, located on the western end of 39ers Public Square and overlooking the Caribbean Sea, after a day of shopping or sightseeing. You can go about the island of Antigua quickly and easily from the St. John's Antigua Cruise Port, where you can also find many shops, bars, and stunning white sand beaches.

Day 9 St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis

Saint Kitts and the neighboring island of Nevis constitute one country, the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. St. Kitts has an irresistible collection of attractions, and it is easy to engage with the island through a host of activities. Port Zante is where cruise ship passengers arrive in Basseterre to be greeted by streets full of colorful modern shops selling souvenirs and duty-free goods.

Day 10 St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands (USVI)

St. Thomas is the gateway island of the U.S. Virgin Islands in the Caribbean Sea, best known for its beaches and snorkeling spots. For families or couples, St. Thomas is packed with millions of opportunities for smiles and surprises. Enjoy the island's world-renowned golf course, picture-perfect beaches, and spectacular nightlife.

Day 11 Tortola, British Virgin Islands (BVI)

Tortola, a group of islands that form part of the archipelago of the Virgin Islands, is the largest of the British Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. Road Town, the capital of the British Virgin Islands, has a harbor dotted with sailing boats and is known as a yachting hub. The steady winds and calm seas also make Tortola and the BVI one of the world's premier yachting regions.

Day 12 Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Puerto Plata, officially known as San Felipe de Puerto Plata, is the ninth-largest city in the Dominican Republic. Puerto Plata has resorts such as Playa Dorada and Costa Dorada, which are located east of the city proper. Puerto Plata's main attraction offers a day of hiking through thick forest, crossing footbridges, and passing numerous plants before reaching a rocky hilltop and making their way down by jumping or sliding down a series of waterfalls.

Day 13 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 14 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.