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68 SHORE EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS & A DAY IN THE CARIBBEAN
SAN JUAN CITY TOUR
SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO
SHORE EXCURSION HIGHLIGHTS​
Sip a little bubbly on a catamaran in St. Thomas.
Journey back in time while exploring the ancient
Mayan ruins in Mexico. Soar above an expansive
beach or recline in a beachside luxury villa in
Harvest Caye, Belize, The Caribbean’s premier
resort-style destination. Or drive across the
gorgeous island of Barbados. There’s so much to
see and do in The Caribbean.
Enjoy a guided drive through one of the most beautiful cities
in The Caribbean with its 17 th -century architecture and historic
buildings. Stroll around the grounds of the biggest fortification
built by the Spaniards at Fort San Cristobal. Visit the New
City and the Condado District, filled with high-rise condos
and luxury resorts. Head to Old San Juan where you’ll visit
the famous Plaza Colón. Take a step back in time on this
captivating journey through history.
ST. JOHN CHAMPAGNE CATAMARAN SAIL & SNORKEL
ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS
Sail across Pillsbury Sound to the enchanting island of
St. John, the most pristine of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Arrive
at Honeymoon Beach in the Virgin Islands National Park
where you can snorkel, stroll along the sugar-white beach
or simply relax under the shade of a coconut palm. The
champagne will be flowing and an array of cheeses, breads
and fresh fruits will be served.
BARRIER REEF SNORKEL
HARVEST CAYE, BELIZE
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Snorkel the azure waters adjacent to Belize’s Barrier Reef, one
of the world’s largest living barrier reefs. This is a shallow water
entry, well suited for beginners and intermediate snorkellers.
This location is teeming with multitudes of colourful reef fish
and beautiful coral formations intermingled with sponges, sea
fans and delicate sea anemones. Possible sightings of spotted
eagle rays and schools of larger fish are quite common as well.
LET’S TAKE A SELFIE – BONAIRE
KRALENDIJK, BONAIRE
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Snap picture-perfect photos at the most scenic spots on
Bonaire. The island’s natural beauty is spectacular. One of
the most panoramic inland views will be from the observation
point on the hill Seru Largo, where you can see all the way to
the salt pans on the coast. Two of the most historical sites are
nearby – the huts of the slaves that once worked the salt pans
and a 19 th -century lighthouse.
COAST-TO-COAST SCENIC DRIVE
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Harvest Caye, Belize
Take in the island’s highlights with little or no walking. Discover
National Heroes Square and the Parliament buildings in
Bridgetown. Gun Hill’s famed carved stone lion is a landmark
dating from 1868. Pass through peaceful villages, eventually
reaching St. John’s Church, which offers spectacular views of
the east and southeast coasts. On the way back to your ship,
you’ll see Holetown, with its monument commemorating the
landing of the first English settlers in 1625.