12 nights · JAXPORT, Florida · Departs Jacksonville (USA) · Visiting Great Stirrup Cay, Freeport, Puerto Plata-Amber Cove, Samana, Tortola Island BVI, St Johns Antigua, Philipsburg St Maarten, San Juan · Aboard Norwegian Cruise Line on the Norwegian Dawn
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| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
|---|---|
| Ship | Norwegian Dawn |
| Duration | 12 nights |
| Port calls | 9 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $1,389 per person |
| Year built | 2002 |
| Guests | 2808 |
| Cabins | 1170 |
| Crew | 1032 |
| Length | 294 m |
| Beam | 38 m |
| Cruising speed | 25.0 kn |
Jacksonville rewards travelers who look beyond its name on the map. The St. Johns River threads through a city of distinct neighborhoods, while Atlantic beaches lie a short drive east. In Riverside, oak-shaded streets lead to the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens. On Fort George Island, Kingsley Plantation offers a sobering encounter with Florida’s past. Come with a plan, then leave time to wander.
Great Stirrup Cay is Norwegian Cruise Line’s private island in the Berry Islands of the Bahamas. Expect pale sand, clear water and a relaxed beach day. Swim from shore, snorkel over coral, or take a kayak along the coast. Beach cabanas provide shade and privacy, while the island’s compact size makes it easy to find your place. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, then choose between a quiet patch of sand and time on the water.
Freeport gives you a practical base for exploring Grand Bahama, with beaches, nature and local life close at hand. On Grand Bahama Island, Port Lucaya Marketplace brings shops, restaurants and waterfront views within easy reach. Beyond town, Lucayan National Park rewards a visit with pine forest, coastal trails and striking caves. Its underwater cave system is among the world’s longest explored. Choose a beach day, a kayak trip through mangroves, or a quiet lunch beside the marina.
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.
Samaná sits on the Dominican Republic’s green northeast coast, where mountains descend toward a broad, sheltered bay. From January to March, humpback whales gather here to mate and calve, making boat trips a memorable reason to visit. On land, explore the waterfront town, ride horseback to El Limón waterfall, or cruise through Los Haitises National Park. Its limestone islets, mangroves and caves are best seen from the water.
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.
Antigua rewards a day ashore with more than its celebrated beaches. St John’s, the compact capital, makes an easy starting point. Drive east to Nelson’s Dockyard, a remarkably preserved Georgian naval base and UNESCO World Heritage site. English Harbour’s sheltered waters and restored stone buildings reveal the island’s maritime past. Or trade history for a swim at one of the island’s many coves, from resort beaches to quieter shores.
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.
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.
Jacksonville rewards travelers who look beyond its name on the map. The St. Johns River threads through a city of distinct neighborhoods, while Atlantic beaches lie a short drive east. In Riverside, oak-shaded streets lead to the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens. On Fort George Island, Kingsley Plantation offers a sobering encounter with Florida’s past. Come with a plan, then leave time to wander.
Published September 14, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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