Cruise Line |
Crystal Cruises |
Ship |
Crystal Serenity |
Destination |
Caribbean |
Nights |
7 |
Departure Date |
05 Dec 2021 |
Description |
7 Night cruise sailing from San Juan to Miami onboard Crystal Serenity.
Arrive in Dutch St. Maarten to explore the idyllic beachfront town of Philipsburg, savor the boutique French flair of St. Barts, and jump into the calm blue waters lined by sugar-sand beaches in Grand Turk.
Highlights of this cruise:
San Juan, Puerto Rico
The dramatic sandstone fortress of El Morro, begun by the Spanish in 1540, was built to guard the harbor against Sir Francis Drake and his British privateers. Stroll the breezy boulevards of Old San Juan, lined with five centuries of palaces and great homes, as well as outdoor cafés where you can sample the island's famous coffee and seafood delicacies.
Philipsburg, St Maarten
With its colorful mix of French charm and Dutch hospitality, St. Maarten is like two islands rolled into one. In 1648, it was amicably divided between Dutch St. Maarten and French St. Martin until 2010. The island covers an area of 37 square miles, 17 of which are Dutch. Small as it is, St. Maarten has something for everyone - hideaway beaches, interesting cuisine and sophisticated boutiques.
Gustavia, St Barts
St. Barts forms part of the French Overseas Region of Guadeloupe. Descendants of settlers from Brittany and Normandy operate its tiny inns, shops and restaurants. This charming, slow-paced island attracts tourists year-round to its shores. The graceful meadows surrounded by low stone fences, spectacular beaches, the small volcanic mountains and the quaint Creole-style villages are just several of the alluring aspects of this tranquil island.
Pointe-Ã -Pitre, Guadeloupe
Pointe-à -Pitre is the largest city of Guadeloupe, in the Lesser Antilles and found in the southwest section of the Grande-Terre, facing the Caribbean sea. Situated on a limestone plateau, the city’s structures were built with this in mind, resulting to shipping-conducive ports and the growth of the industry. Locals, lovingly referred to as “Pointoisâ€, contribute to this continued progress and economic expansion by engaging in the export of food crops, animal products and manufactured goods.
Turks & Caicos/Grand Turk, UK
Although there are numerous spots on land that invite relaxation and exploration, the Turks and Caicos are really all about the water. More specifically, they're all about what's beneath the water. These islands have some of the best diving and snorkeling anywhere, courtesy of one of the world's largest network of coral reefs, easily accessible off the islands' shores. One reef, aptly called the Wall, is particularly spectacular; it drops 7,000 feet-straight down. Between the shore and the reef, the water is only waist deep, providing a perfect place for beginning snorkelers to get their feet wet.
Miami, Florida, USA
It has the largest city population in Florida, is the third most visited American city among international travelers and showcases an Art Deco Historic District encompassing one of the largest neighborhoods entered on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Miami certainly boasts its share of impressive characteristics, even before adding to the list its gorgeous beaches, spirited Cuban population and ritzy enclaves of Coral Gables and Coconut Grove. Miami wasn't always the glamorous and energetic city you see today. Until the late 1800s, it was mostly swamp, disconnected from the rest of the country thanks to its position on the edge of the continent and lack of the essential link of the day: a railroad. All that changed in 1896, when the railroad in northern Florida was extended to the latent tropical paradise of the south. The rest, as they say, is history, as Miami has since seen recurrent booms fueled by surges of immigration, perennially good weather and an insouciant refusal to do anything halfway. Admire the full glory of Miami Beach with a stroll along South Beach's famous Ocean Boulevard, where splendidly restored art deco buildings compete with fashion models and sun worshipers for attention. For a taste of Cuban cuisine and culture, visit Little Havana on the mainland (Miami Beach is separate both in its municipality and its geography: it sits on a barrier island four miles off the coast, and is reached by a causeway). Also outside mainland Miami are the acres of rare tropical plants nurtured to their fragrant and beautiful best in Fairchild Tropical Gardens. The aforementioned slice of heaven known as Coral Gables lies to the southwest. A gem of 1920s city planning, the city unfurls impressive boulevards and features the alluring Venetian Pool, where waterfalls and underwater caves offer the chance for a uniquely refreshing dip.
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Itinerary |
Cruise Itinerary
Day | Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
1 |
05/12 |
San Juan, Puerto Rico |
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08:00 PM |
2 |
06/12 |
Philipsburg, St Maarten |
08:00 AM |
overnight |
3 |
07/12 |
Philipsburg, St Maarten |
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06:00 AM |
3 |
07/12 |
Gustavia, St Barts |
07:30 AM |
09:00 PM |
4 |
08/12 |
Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe |
09:00 AM |
05:00 PM |
5 |
09/12 |
At sea |
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6 |
10/12 |
Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos |
08:00 AM |
05:00 PM |
7 |
11/12 |
At sea |
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8 |
12/12 |
Miami |
06:00 AM |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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