Royal Caribbean, Southern Caribbean cruise from Miami, December 29, 2023

Cruising from: Miami, Florida;

Departure Date: 29 December, 2023;

Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean;

Cruise Ship: Grandeur of the Seas;

Duration: 9-day cruise;

Ports of Call: Miami, Puerto Plata, San Juan, St. Thomas, St. Maarten, Antigua, 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 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 2 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 3 San Juan, Puerto Rico

San Juan is the capital and largest city in the northeast of the island of Puerto Rico. It has a vibrant nightlife, many casinos and bars, and is close to some of the best all-inclusive resorts in Puerto Rico. Prepare to be captivated by the natural enchantment of Puerto Rico, its vibrant culture, and old-world elegance.

Day 4 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 5 St. Maarten, Dutch Caribbean

St. Maarten, a popular cruise-ship stop, is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The capital, Philipsburg, has cobblestone streets and colorful, colonial-style buildings lining its Front Street shopping area. You could spend days exploring the "chains of mountains green," as described in the national anthem, along with the beautiful beaches and underwater fantasy lands.

Day 6 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 7 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 8 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 9 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.