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Caribbean cruises are the most popular cruise destination in the world and probably the reason why cruises are so popular today. Diamond white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, fantastic food and an eclectic mix of cultures. Have a look at some of the information below and then let us search for the best Caribbean Cruise Deal based on your choices.

Caribbean Cruise destinations

There are four main Caribbean cruise destinations:

Eastern Caribbean Cruises

This area comprises the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and St Maarten, however these cruises also often include the Bahamas. Cruises are generally for 7 nights with 3 days at sea and 3 in ports and so offering a very relaxing style of cruise. The Islands here are smaller and shore excursions here are more geared to beach and water activities.

Western Caribbean Cruises

This cruise area includes the Mexican and Central American ports on the Gulf of Mexico as well the islands of Grand Cayman, Jamaica and Hispaniola. These cruises offer more history and culture along with the beach and water activities. Western Caribbean cruises include short 4 night escapes as well as the longer 7-14 night cruises.

Southern Caribbean Cruises

This area includes the islands east and south of St Maarten. Southern Caribbean cruises are less well known as the more popular East Caribbean cruises and West Caribbean cruises but includes a set of fantastic islands which still have a very evident colonial heritage. The English French and Dutch all played their part in forming the different characters of these islands which include Trinidad , St Croix, St Vincent, St Kitts Aruba and Grenada.

Extended Caribbean Cruises

Is you want to experience the total delights of the Caribbean including Jamaica and Barbados extended caribbean cruises are for you. Generally 14 nights plus and are usually a mix of East and West Caribbean resorts offering a broader variety of Islands and cultures. Cruise lines often offer special deals which combine two 7 night cruises to form an extended cruise.

Caribbean Cruise season

Caribbean cruises operate all year round and apart from the occasional shower you are pretty much guaranteed good weather. Many ships cruise here in the winter including December - What a fantastic way to spend Christmas day!

Main Caribbean Cruise Ports

Most Caribbean cruises depart from American cities including Miami (Royal Caribbean Cruise Line is headquartered here), Ft Lauderdale and New Orleans. San Juan in Puerto Rico is also a major departure port.

Caribbean Cruise Weather

The Caribbean really is a year-round destination. Temperatures seldom vary from highs in the 80s (lows in the 70s), with humidity hovering at the 70 percent level just about all year. The hurricane season officially lasts from June 1st to November 30th and can occasionally disrupt cruise itineraries but don't worry all Cruise lines and ships are notified well in advance of impending hurricanes!

Caribbean cruise ports of Interest

• Bridgetown Jamaica
• Barbados
• Cape Liberty Cruise Port
• Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands
• Forte de France, Martinique
• Ft Lauderdale Florida
• Havana, Cuba
• La Romana, Dominican Republic
• Montego Bay, Jamaica
• New Orleans USA
• Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
• San Juan, Puerto Rico
• St Johns, Antigua & Barbuda

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