Lead Pricing
| H - Suite | G2 - Suite | G1 - Suite | F2 - Suite |
|---|---|---|---|
|
AU $14,460 per person
|
AU $15,330 per person
|
AU $15,920 per person
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AU $16,790 per person
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The ships of Regent Seven Seas Cruises offer voyages of exploration and discovery to more than 300 ports on all seven continents. All luxury vessels are designed for guests numbering in the hundreds rather than the thousands. The ambiance on board is personal, individual, accommodating – “upscale but not uptight.” And all ships share certain distinctions in accommodations, service, dining and amenities that elevate them to the lofty vantage point of the enviable six stars.
The Regent Seven Seas Cruises fleet includes sister all-suite, all-balcony, 700-guest ships Seven Seas Voyager and Seven Seas Mariner; and the all-suite, 90% balcony Seven Seas Navigator.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises provides discerning guests with the most inclusive luxury cruise experience by offering an incomparable array of complimentary features and services. See below for a listing of these items, combining to provide unprecedented value.
~FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions* ~FREE Luxury Hotel Package for 1st and 2nd guests* ~FREE Beverages including fine wines and premium spirits ~FREE Pre-Paid Gratuities ~FREE In-suite mini-bar replenished daily ~FREE 24-hour room service and no additional charge for specialty restaurants ~Elegant casual dress code. Formal and semi-formal attire optional on sailings of 16 nights or longer ~Welcome bottle of champagne ~Up to four gourmet restaurants including the iconic new steakhouse Prime 7, and Signatures, featuring Le Cordon Bleu®-inspired cuisine, Compass Rose, La Veranda plus the al fresco Pool Grill ~In-suite dining, served course-by-course during restaurant hours ~Butler service in Penthouse Suites and higher, including complimentary in-suite mini-bar setup and iPod® docking station ~Fitness programs, sauna and steam rooms in the spa ~Onboard activities including expert guest lectures, theatre performance and day time entertainment ~Interactive flat screen television in each suite with extensive media library and complimentary movies-on-demand
*Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventure Ashore programmes. FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package is available for Concierge Suites and Higher only.
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony
European Queen Size Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
Built-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 219 ft2 (20 m2)
Balcony: 88 ft2 (8 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes one log-in, one device, per suite*
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony
European Queen Size Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
Built-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 253 ft2 (23.5 m2)
Balcony: 108 – 55 ft2 (10 – 5 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes one log-in, one device, per suite*
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony
European Queen Size Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
Built-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 253 ft2 (23.5 m2)
Balcony: 88 ft2 (8 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes one log-in, one device, per suite*
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
Walk-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 332 ft2 (30.8 m2)
Balcony: 115 – 83 ft2 (12.2 – 7.7 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes one log-in, one device, per suite*
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
Walk-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 332 ft2 (30.8 m2)
Balcony: 132 – 83 ft2 (12.2 – 7.7 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes one log-in, one device, per suite*
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony – Among the Largest at Sea
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
Walk-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 332 ft2 (30.8 m2)
Balcony: 132 – 115 ft2 (12.2 – 10.6 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% Discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions, Hotel and Land Programs
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony – Among the Largest at Sea
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
Walk-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 332 ft2 (30.8 m2)
Balcony: 132 – 83 ft2 (12.2 – 7.7 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% Discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions, Hotel and Land Programs
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony – Among the Largest at Sea
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
Walk-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 448 ft2 (41.6 m2)
Balcony: 194 – 111 ft2 (18.2 – 10.3 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
Personal Butler
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% Discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions, Hotel and Land Programs
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony – Among the Largest at Sea
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
Walk-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 448 ft2 (41.6 m2)
Balcony: 176 – 111 ft2 (16.3 – 10.3 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
Personal Butler
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% Discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions, Hotel and Land Programs
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony – Among the Largest at Sea
European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
1 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathroom
Walk-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 448 ft2 (41.6 m2)
Balcony: 176 – 111 ft2 (16.3 – 10.3 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
Personal Butler
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% Discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions, Hotel and Land Programs
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony – Among the Largest at Sea
1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
1 1/2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms
Walk-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 655 – 577 ft2 (60.8 – 53.6 m2)
Balcony: 237 – 166 ft2 (22.1 – 15.4 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
Personal Butler
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
Priority boarding on Embarkation Day with Suite Access at 1:00 pm
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% Discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions, Hotel and Land Programs
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony – Among the Largest at Sea
1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
1 1/2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms
Walk-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 655 ft2 (60.8 m2)
Balcony: 263 – 166 ft2 (24.4 – 15.4 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
Personal Butler
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
Priority boarding on Embarkation Day with Suite Access at 1:00 pm
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% Discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions, Hotel and Land Programs
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony – Among the Largest at Sea
1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms
Walk-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 1,013 – 854 ft2 (94.1 – 79.3 m2)
Balcony: 916 – 277 ft2 (85.1 – 25.7 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
Personal Butler
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
Priority boarding on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% Discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions, Hotel and Land Programs
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony – Among the Largest at Sea
2 Spacious Bedrooms with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
2 Marble and Stone Detailed Bathrooms
Walk-in Closet With Safe
DIMENSIONS
Suite: 1,114-1,064 ft2 (103.5 – 98.8 m2)
Balcony: 994-831 ft2 (92.3-77.2 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and those in same category may vary
in size. Furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs.
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
Personal Butler
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar
Set-Up
Priority boarding on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% Discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions, Hotel and Land Programs
LAYOUT:
Private Balcony – Among the Largest at Sea
2 Spacious Bedrooms
Spacious Living Room With Sitting Area
2 1/2 Marble and Stone Detailed
Bathrooms
Private In-suite Spa with Sauna,
Steam Room and Jetted Tub
3 Walk-in Closets, 2 Safes
HIGHLIGHTS:
FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
– FREE Ground Transfers
– FREE Breakfast
– FREE Porterage
FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
FREE Personal Car and Guide to Explore Ashore*
FREE Unlimited In-Suite Spa Services*
FREE Unlimited Laundry and Dry Cleaning*
Personal Butler
Luxurious Bath Amenities
Daily Canapés
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor
Bar Set-Up
Priority boarding on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Interactive Flat-Screen Television and Direct-Dial Satellite Phone
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% Discount on Regent Choice Shore Excursions, Hotel and Land Programs
DIMENSIONS:
Suite: 3,026 ft2 (281.1 m2)
Balcony: 1,417 ft2 (131.6 m2)
Suite measurements are approximate,
and furniture placement may be
different than as depicted in
photographs. Driver may serve as
the personalized guide or another
guide will be provided.
In-Suite Spa Service is subject to
availability based on the treatment.
Private Sedan transfers apply per
household up to 100 miles. Credit
will not be provided if the services
are declined.
Seven Seas Splendor – luxury perfected.
Building on our long tradition of being the most inclusive luxury experience in the world, we are creating something beyond all expectations. We are yet again elevating a new standard for luxury by striving for the ultimate achievement — perfection.
In our pursuit to exceed your expectations, we are creating a work of art, from bow to stern. No expense, no effort and no detail is being spared in the design of our new ship. In the smallest details you will find care and meticulousness, and across opulent restaurants, spacious suites and sumptuous lounges, witness the majesty of expert craftsmanship and excellence in design.
Intricate marble patterns and soaring ceilings topped by sparkling chandeliers adorn your path throughout this exquisite ship. These inspired spaces foster a new level of sophisticated ambience that perfectly showcases everything Regent Seven Seas Cruises® has to offer. Wherever you turn, you will be enveloped in timeless elegance, absolute comfort and graceful hospitality, as you set off on journeys to explore awe-inspiring destinations around the world.
Your senses will be enchanted by sumptuous décor and unique art that perfectly flow from one area to the next. Similar to how you would happen upon an inviting café on an afternoon stroll, Coffee Connection is one of the spaces that once you discover, you will find yourself returning to again and again. Plus, with our NEW alfresco area, you may even sip your cappuccino while taking in the views. And this is just the beginning.
At every turn, Seven Seas Splendor™ exudes excellence, comfort, and grace; the perfect way to arrive at the places you’ve always dreamed of exploring.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 735 ft
- Tonnage: 55,254
- Maiden Voyage: February 2020
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 750
- Crew Nationality: International
- Officer Nationality: European
- Ship Registration: Marshall Islands
Ship Facilities
- Coffee Connection
- Pacific Rim
- Chartreuse
- Prime 7
- Compass Rose
- Sette Mari At La Veranda
- Constellation Theatre
- Boutiques
- Splendor Lounge
- Casino
- Business Centre
- Meridian Lounge
- Spa
- Infinity Pool
- Gym
- Jogging Track
- Sports Deck
- Shuffle Board
- Bocce Court
- Golf Net
- Paddle Tennis Court
- Pool Grill
- Pool Bar
- Swimning Pool
- Culinary Arts Kitchen
- Library
- Card Room
- Observation Lounge
- Connoisseur Club
- The Study
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Dec '21 | Miami |
05:00 PM | |
| 08 Dec '21 | At sea | ||
| 09 Dec '21 | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic |
10:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 10 Dec '21 | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
12:00 PM | 08:00 PM |
| 11 Dec '21 | Basseterre, St Kitts & Nevis |
11:00 AM | 08:00 PM |
| 12 Dec '21 | Roseau, Dominica |
08:00 AM | 08:00 PM |
| 13 Dec '21 | St Johns, Antigua & Barbuda |
08:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 14 Dec '21 | Gustavia, St Barts |
07:00 AM | 02:00 PM |
| 15 Dec '21 | At sea | ||
| 16 Dec '21 | At sea | ||
| 17 Dec '21 | Miami |
08:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 18 Dec '21 | Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas |
08:00 AM | 04:00 PM |
| 19 Dec '21 | Key West, Florida, USA |
10:00 AM | 08:00 PM |
| 20 Dec '21 | At sea | ||
| 21 Dec '21 | Cozumel, Mexico |
07:00 AM | 04:00 PM |
| 22 Dec '21 | Roatan, Honduras |
08:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 23 Dec '21 | Harvest Caye, Belize |
08:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 24 Dec '21 | Santo Tomas de Castilla, Guatemala |
07:00 AM | 05:00 PM |
| 25 Dec '21 | Costa Maya, Mexico |
08:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| 26 Dec '21 | At sea | ||
| 27 Dec '21 | Miami |
08:00 AM |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
20 Night Cruise sailing from Miami roundtrip onboard Seven Seas Splendor.
Seven Seas Splendor – luxury perfected.
Building on our long tradition of being the most inclusive luxury experience in the world, we are creating something beyond all expectations. We are yet again elevating a new standard for luxury by striving for the ultimate achievement — perfection.
In our pursuit to exceed your expectations, we are creating a work of art, from bow to stern. No expense, no effort and no detail is being spared in the design of our new ship. In the smallest details you will find care and meticulousness, and across opulent restaurants, spacious suites and sumptuous lounges, witness the majesty of expert craftsmanship and excellence in design.
Intricate marble patterns and soaring ceilings topped by sparkling chandeliers adorn your path throughout this exquisite ship. These inspired spaces foster a new level of sophisticated ambience that perfectly showcases everything Regent Seven Seas Cruises® has to offer. Wherever you turn, you will be enveloped in timeless elegance, absolute comfort and graceful hospitality, as you set off on journeys to explore awe-inspiring destinations around the world.
Your senses will be enchanted by sumptuous décor and unique art that perfectly flow from one area to the next. Similar to how you would happen upon an inviting café on an afternoon stroll, Coffee Connection is one of the spaces that once you discover, you will find yourself returning to again and again. Plus, with our NEW alfresco area, you may even sip your cappuccino while taking in the views. And this is just the beginning.
At every turn, Seven Seas Splendor™ exudes excellence, comfort, and grace; the perfect way to arrive at the places you’ve always dreamed of exploring.
Highlights of this cruise:
Miami
Sunny Florida skies, year-round warmth and sunshine, a buzzing nightlife and a mix of cultures define this cosmopolitan city. Celebrity-drenched South Beach attracts people-watchers and the Art Deco District is the largest collection of Art Deco architecture in the world. Tropical style shopping experience’s are readily available from Bal Harbor to Lincoln Road and Coconut Grove. Enjoy authentic Cuban cuisine and culture along Calle Ocho or travel back in time with a visit to the historic Venetian Pool. There is something for everyone in this city dubbed the “Gateway to the America’s.”
Puerto Plata
There is plenty of local color in Puerto Plata. The city was founded around 1500 and given its name – which means “silver port†– by Christopher Columbus, who thought the clouds hiding the nearby mountaintop had a silvery appearance. Also identified by its hue, the main public beach is called Playa Dorada, or Golden Beach, after the color of its sun-kissed sand. If you spend some time there, you’ll find it’s a great place to bronze yourself. Or you can head into town to the Museo del Ãmbar to see more shades of amber than you probably knew existed. Be sure to bring your green, as you can buy jewelry there too.
San Juan
Puerto Rico’s first inhabitants were the Taino Indians, who encountered Columbus in 1493. The Spanish quickly settled, defending their territory against the Dutch and British. This is evident by the imposing fortresses of Old San Juan, namely the El Morro Castle, dominating the old section of this capital city. In 1897, Spain declared Puerto Rico an autonomous state. Spain later ceded Puerto Rico to the U.S. and residents were granted American citizenship in 1917.
Roseau
Roseau, a small town with plenty of colonial charm, offers the colorful New Market, where you can stop for a refreshing coconut drink. Dominica’s real beauty lies in its unspoiled natural landscape – the dense rain forests, lush foliage, natural springs and rivers and tall, smoldering peaks. Dominica is home to one of the Caribbean’s great natural wonders-the scenic Valley of Desolation, where in a verdant tropical gorge, white mists from bubbling hot springs swirl in the air.
Gustavia
One of the Caribbean’s true gems, St. Barts is where Riviera chic meets Caribbean cool. Day-trippers come from nearby islands for the duty-free shopping, excellent dining and to lounge on the soft, white sands in a secluded palm-fringed cove. Tour Fort Gustav and Fort Carl, historic reminders of Sweden’s short-lived Caribbean possession. Excursions abound, inviting guests to snorkel, sail over the clear blue waters on a catamaran, or horseback ride through shaded jungle trails.
Cozumel
Cozumel is the largest inhabited island in Mexico, which lies just off the mainland. The coasts are known for large, breaking surf on the east side, and calmer waters for diving on the west side. In 1959, Jacques Cousteau discovered the beauty of Palancar, the coral reefs at the south of Cozumel and publicized it as one of the best places to go scuba diving in the world. Diving is still Cozumel’s primary draw, mainly due to the healthy coral reef marine communities.
Roatan, Honduras
Warm Caribbean waters with excellent diving, white sand beaches, and tropical sunsets are some of the attractions of the Bay Islands. Roatan’s major source of income is tourism, particularly because of SCUBA diving attractions. The underwater environment is rich and extensive with reefs surrounding the islands, often within swimming distance of the shore. Caves and caverns are a common feature, with a variety of sponge and the best collection of pillar coral.
Harvest Caye, Belize
This pristine mangrove-covered private island is a gem in the crown of Belize’s natural resources. Encounter wildlife and learn about the fauna as you explore the island’s mangrove estuaries or snorkel along the reef that surrounds the island. Bask under the warm Caribbean sun on Harvest Caye’s untouched sandy beach located on its northern shores; enjoy an exhilarating day of water sports on the lagoon or simple take a stroll along the island village and marina.
Santo Tomas de Castilla, Guatemala
One of two major Guatemalan ports on the Gulf coast, Santo Tomás de Castilla is a few kilometers south of Puerto Barrios on Santo Tomás Bay. It is Guatemala’s largest and most efficient port on the Caribbean Ocean. It was formerly known as MatÃas de Galvez, and now handles 77% of the country’s exports and half the imports, as well as 20% of El Salvador’s imports and 10% of its exports. It is a wonderful place to get an authentic taste of local Guatemalan culture.
Costa Maya, Mexico
Costa Maya is the closest port of access to many of the lesser known Mayan ruins in the Yucatan including Chacchoben and Kohunlich. These sites are substantially less excavated than the better known pyramids near Cancun. The Mexican government is trying to improve the standard of living for the Indian population. The path chosen to do this in the Costa Maya area is to develop small-scale ecological based tourism destinations, including natural reserve parks.