Seabourn, Antillean Island Holiday from Miami, December 19, 2023

Cruising from: Miami, Florida;

Departure Date: 19 December, 2023;

Cruise Line: Seabourn;

Cruise Ship: Seabourn Quest;

Duration: 16-day cruise;

Ports of Call: Miami, Cruz Bay, Anguilla, Antigua, St. Kitts, Fort-De-France, Pointe a Pitre, Santo Domingo, Santo Domingo, Port Antonio, 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 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 3 Cruz Bay, US Virgin Islands (USVI)

Cruz Bay, US Virgin Islands (USVI). Cruising to Cruz Bay, US Virgin Islands (USVI). US Virgin Islands (USVI) cruises.

Day 4 Anguilla, British Overseas Territory

Anguilla is a small island nation in the northeastern Caribbean, situated east of Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, known for its beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and laid-back atmosphere. It is a British Overseas Territory and has a population of around 15,000 people. The island has a rich history, dating back to its original indigenous Arawak and Carib inhabitants, who were later displaced by European colonizers. Anguilla is a popular tourist destination, offering visitors a range of activities including swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. The island is also known for its vibrant music scene, with a variety of local and international artists performing at festivals and events throughout the year. The island also has a strong sense of community, with a number of local organizations and initiatives focused on preserving its culture and heritage.

Day 5 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 6 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 7 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 8 Pointe a Pitre, Guadeloupe

Pointe-a-Pitre, on the island of Grand Terre, is the largest city and economic center of Guadeloupe, with a sheltered cruise ship port five minutes from town. Colorful 19th-century buildings line the older streets, such as rue Achille Rene Boisneuf, and the focal point of the city is the Place de la Victoire, a park surrounded by old homes and restaurants. Browsing the bustling markets is one of the most popular things to do, with their tropical produce piled high, aromatic spices, and vendors dressed in flamboyant attire.

Day 9 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 10 Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Cruising to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Dominican Republic cruises.

Day 11 Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Cruising to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Dominican Republic cruises.

Day 12 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 13 Port Antonio, Jamaica

Cruising through the Caribbean Sea can get you to Jamaica's third largest port, Port Antonio, capital of the parish of Portland, well-known for its production of bananas, coconuts, and tourism. The Ken Wright Pier in the Errol Flynn Marina primarily serves as a call port for luxury and smaller-sized cruise ships. A cruise port stopover offers visitors a wealth of opportunities for exploration, including a wide variety of waterways, woodlands, and landmarks. Peaceful river rafting on bamboo rafts through the Rio Grande Valley can be had within fifteen minutes of leaving the port. An hour from your ship, in the deep, unspoiled forests of the John Crow Mountain Range, lies Reach Falls. Its main waterfall falls down a huge rock face into a mostly shallow, clear pool where tiny fish hide in the gravel river bed. 

Day 14 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 15 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 16 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.