17 nights · Port Everglades, Florida · Departs Fort Lauderdale (USA) · Visiting Puerto Plata-Amber Cove, Pointe-a-Pitre, Fort-de-France, Basseterre St Kitts, San Juan, Marigot, Tortola Island BVI, Jost Van Dyke Island BVI, Punta Cana, Montego Bay, Grand Cayman Island, Cozumel · Aboard Crystal Cruises on the Crystal Serenity
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| Cruise line | Crystal Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | Crystal Serenity |
| Duration | 17 nights |
| Port calls | 13 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $9,200 per person |
| Year built | 2003 |
| Guests | 740 |
| Cabins | 347 |
| Crew | 655 |
| Length | 250 m |
| Beam | 32 m |
| Cruising speed | 21.0 kn |
Port Everglades puts Fort Lauderdale within easy reach of the city’s waterways, beaches and cultural attractions. A short drive brings you to Las Olas Boulevard, where galleries, restaurants and boutiques line a walkable stretch. Visit the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens for a glimpse of old Florida, or head west toward the Everglades. Fort Lauderdale’s broad Atlantic beaches offer an easy counterpoint to the city’s lively dining scene.
Puerto Plata is the Dominican Republic’s north-coast city of Atlantic views and Victorian-era streets. Parque Central and the Cathedral of San Felipe anchor the old town; the 16th-century Fortaleza San Felipe guards the waterfront. Mount Isabel de Torres rises above town, its summit known for botanical gardens and wide coastal views. Nearby beaches offer an easy extension, but the historic center rewards a walk and a stop at the Amber Museum.
Step ashore in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe’s commercial heart, where French-Caribbean life moves to a Creole rhythm. Near the cruise port, Place de la Victoire and covered markets offer island spices, fruit, and everyday Creole life. At the waterfront, Memorial ACTe explores the history of slavery and its enduring legacy across the Caribbean. Look for wrought-iron balconies in the old streets, or settle at a café before returning to the harbor.
Fort-de-France puts Martinique’s French-Caribbean character within easy reach of the quay. The island’s capital wraps around a sheltered bay, with cafés, shops and the covered Grand Marché near the waterfront. The iron-framed Schoelcher Library was shipped from Paris in the 19th century. Nearby, Saint-Louis Cathedral reflects a city repeatedly rebuilt after fires and earthquakes. Beyond town, roads climb toward Balata Gardens and lead to rum distilleries and beaches beneath volcanic peaks.
Begin in Basseterre, St Kitts’s compact capital, where Georgian buildings and busy market streets reveal the island’s layered past. At Independence Square, once a slave market, pause among mature trees before browsing nearby shops and cafés. Then leave town for Mount Liamuiga’s volcanic slopes, former sugar estates and beaches of dark volcanic sand. Brimstone Hill Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site, rewards the drive with stone ramparts and wide Caribbean views.
San Juan puts a remarkable piece of Caribbean history within easy reach of your ship. Founded in 1521, Old San Juan is a compact district of blue cobbles, pastel façades and Spanish colonial landmarks. Walk its steep lanes to El Morro, the 16th-century fortress that guards the harbor. From its ramparts, the Atlantic comes into view. Beyond the old walls, cafés, galleries and contemporary restaurants show a city still shaped by its maritime past.
Philipsburg rewards a shore day spent beyond the cruise terminal. It sits on a narrow strip between Great Bay and the Great Salt Pond. The Dutch-side capital is compact and easy to explore on foot. Front Street pairs duty-free shops with the 1793 courthouse, while the Boardwalk follows Great Bay Beach. Cross the open border into French Saint-Martin for French bakeries, lively markets and another stretch of coast.
Tortola gives you a vivid introduction to the British Virgin Islands: green, steep-sided hills rise above a sheltered Caribbean harbour. In Road Town, browse Main Street, visit the J.R. O’Neal Botanic Gardens, or pause at a waterfront café. Beyond town, winding roads lead to Cane Garden Bay and island viewpoints. Ferries make nearby islands accessible, while Tortola itself rewards an unhurried day of beaches, scenery and local rum.
Cruz Bay is St. John’s harbor town, where ferries, cafés and island roads meet. From here, much of the island opens quickly: Virgin Islands National Park protects roughly two-thirds of St. John. Follow North Shore Road to white-sand beaches and clear water, or visit the sugar plantation ruins at Annaberg. Back in town, browse the shops at Mongoose Junction, then choose a waterfront table for dinner.
Punta Cana’s appeal is plain: miles of pale sand, warm Caribbean water and winter sunshine. Along the eastern coast, resort beaches meet palm groves, golf courses and the calm waters of Bávaro. Leave the shoreline for Santo Domingo’s colonial streets, or visit a local farm to learn about cacao and coffee. Distances are long, so choose your excursion carefully and start early.
Montego Bay brings Jamaica’s north coast within easy reach, with Sangster International Airport minutes from the cruise port. Doctor’s Cave Beach is known for clear water and a sheltered swimming area. Downtown, Sam Sharpe Square offers a starting point for exploring Jamaica’s history and local life. Rose Hall Great House, a restored plantation-era mansion, lies east of the city and makes a rewarding excursion. Allow time for the coast, but leave room to see beyond the resorts.
Grand Cayman pairs clear water with an easy blend of beach and town. Ships anchor offshore; tenders land in George Town, near duty-free shops, cafés and the Cayman Islands National Museum. Boat trips reach Stingray City, where visitors can encounter southern stingrays in shallow water. Beyond town, Seven Mile Beach is known for pale sand and turquoise water. Choose a beach transfer, an island tour or time in town; Grand Cayman makes a relaxed, rewarding call.
Cozumel, off Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, pairs clear Caribbean water with a lively island town. San Miguel de Cozumel offers cafés, shops and a waterfront promenade within easy reach of the cruise piers. Beyond town, reef excursions reveal why divers travel here, while San Gervasio preserves the island’s Mayan history. Choose a beach day, a guided snorkel or a drive around the coast; each shows a different side of Cozumel.
Port Everglades puts Fort Lauderdale within easy reach of the city’s waterways, beaches and cultural attractions. A short drive brings you to Las Olas Boulevard, where galleries, restaurants and boutiques line a walkable stretch. Visit the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens for a glimpse of old Florida, or head west toward the Everglades. Fort Lauderdale’s broad Atlantic beaches offer an easy counterpoint to the city’s lively dining scene.
Published September 11, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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