Cruising the Southern Caribbean!!
For our honeymoon, we cruises the southern Caribbean with Royal Caribbean. We sailed the Serenade of the Seas.
Our itinerary included two sea days and ports of St. Thomas, St. Kitts, Aruba and Curacao.
Our itinerary included two sea days and ports of St. Thomas, St. Kitts, Aruba and Curacao.
Day One: Leaving San Juan, Puerto Rico
We left out of San Juan for our 7-day cruise. We flew into San Juan a day early to enjoy some time in the city and to ensure we didn't miss the boat!
Day Two: Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
St. Thomas is known as an idyllic vacation spot today, but its history is not so peaceful. In the 18th century, the island was at the center of a bustling pirate culture, as swashbuckling pirates such as Blackbeard and Drake traded stolen wares in the port of Charlotte Amalie. This world-renowned Caribbean island is home to amazing beaches, gorgeous sea and landscapes and unbelievable duty-free shopping.
Day Three: Basseterre, St. Kitts
With dormant volcanoes, pink beaches and gorgeous green hills, St. Kitts is a beautiful backdrop to your Caribbean adventure. Founded in 1623 by both the French and the British, the island's deep colonial history is reflected in the abandoned fortresses, as well as its landscaped gardens, city squares and architectural details.
Day Four: At Sea
Our ship had an indoor adult only pool. The Solarium area has a pool and several hot tubs. I'm sure during our sea days we will spend time around this pool and the others on the ship.
Day Five: Oranjestad, Aruba
Located on the picturesque southern coast, Oranjestad is the historic Dutch capital of Aruba, where the traditional, tall, multicolored houses combine carved wooden doors and typical Dutch tiles with open-air patios. The charm of the city complements the beauty of this popular Caribbean island where the Dutch and indigenous cultures have merged to give Aruba its unique atmosphere. Today's visitors can enjoy this culture along with beautiful beaches, excellent snorkeling and exciting nightlife.
Day Six: Willemstad, Curacao
Curaçao is the largest of the six islands that comprise the Netherlands Antilles. It gained autonomy from the Netherlands in 1954, but the Dutch influence is still very visible in Willemstad's architecture and culture. With the growth of the oil industry in Curaçao in the early 20th century, workers and their families came to the island from more than 50 countries, providing a varied and vibrant population. Everyone should experience the sights, sounds and energy of this unique destination.
Day Seven: At Sea
Sea days also give you a chance to explore the ship more and take lots of great photos!
Day Eight: Back in San Juan
We will arrive in port in San Juan early and catch a mid-day flight back home!