9 nights · Puerto Rico · Departs San Juan · Visiting Punta Cana, Santo Domingo, Port Antonio, Montego Bay, Grand Cayman Island, Fort Lauderdale · Aboard Crystal Cruises on the Crystal Symphony
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| Cruise line | Crystal Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | Crystal Symphony |
| Duration | 9 nights |
| Port calls | 7 |
| Departures | 2 sailings |
| From fare | $3,900 per person |
| Year built | 1995 |
| Guests | 606 |
| Cabins | 310 |
| Crew | 530 |
| Length | 238 m |
| Beam | 31 m |
| Cruising speed | 21.0 kn |
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.
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.
Step ashore in Santo Domingo, where the New World’s history is written in streets you can still walk. Founded by Europeans in 1498, it is the oldest continuously inhabited European-established city in the Americas. In the UNESCO-listed Colonial Zone, visit the first cathedral in the Americas, the Alcázar de Colón, and Ozama Fortress. Then trade stone lanes for a waterfront meal or the capital’s lively cafés.
Port Antonio trades Jamaica’s resort bustle for deep-green hills, quiet coves and a handsome pair of natural harbours. From its waterfront, the Blue Mountains rise behind the town, while the Rio Grande winds inland through the parish. Take a bamboo raft upriver, swim at Frenchman’s Cove, or sample Boston Bay’s celebrated jerk. Come for a quieter Jamaica, where the coast still sets the pace.
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.
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 August 24, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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