Caribbean Cruise Deals

The Caribbean is the ultimate outdoor playground, boasting an idyllic combination of white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and luscious mountainscapes – along with cloudless blue skies and swaying palm trees. However, it isn’t just these stunning surroundings that put this paradise in a league of its own; you can also enjoy a whole host of delicious food and drink while enjoying exciting excursions and soaking up the tropical sunshine. What’s more, as the Caribbean is a collection of smaller islands, a cruise holiday is the perfect way of seeing as much as possible without having to continually hop on and off flights.

And, with such a wide variety of environments and experiences on offer here, cruises to the Caribbean are great for family cruises, solo travellers, and couples; you’ll also find a healthy variety of luxury Caribbean cruises available, if you’re looking to enjoy the elegance of small-ship sailing in the sunshine. There truly is something here to suit everyone and all tastes.

To make your Caribbean cruise even more memorable, and to give yourself a little more time to explore and make the most of this beautiful corner of the planet, there's always the opportunity to stay a few days on one of the islands before or after your cruise with one of our cruise and stay Caribbean holidays.

Caribbean Food and Drink

The Caribbean is known for its flavourful traditional cuisine, and when exploring these vibrant islands, you’ll be in for a treat when it comes to the food and drink available. From fresh fish and succulent seafood dishes to jerk chicken and more, your tastebuds will be bursting from the authentic flavours. While there are countless dishes to enjoy, here are a few you should really keep an eye out for:

• Flying Fish - a speciality in Barbados, this national dish is made by cooking fresh fish with onions, lime juices, and a variety of spices
• Conch Fritters - one of the Bahamas’ most famous foods, conches are made into small patties and deep fried to deliver some delicious flavours
• Creole Bread - nothing says authentic like freshly-baked bread, and on St Lucia you’ll find these thin baguettes cooked in a wood-fired oven

However, the Caribbean isn't just about good food, there's also plenty of tasty drinks to help you wash down your meal. It goes without saying that your trip won't be complete without tasting a Rum Punch, made with local rum, although you'll be sure to find a whole array of other fruity cocktails to keep you refreshed as you relax in a beach bar or lounge on the sandy beaches.

Best Time for a Caribbean Cruise

If you’re wondering what the best time of year for a Caribbean cruise is, or what the best month for a Caribbean cruise will be, you’re in luck. Whether you’re thinking of a summer holiday or chasing the sunshine in winter, the Caribbean is blessed with a warm climate year-round. So, there’s never a bad time to embark on an exciting adventure here!

If you want to make sure you’re prepared, our Guide to Packing for Different Climates will help you work out what you should bring with you on your Caribbean getaway.

What to do on Your Caribbean Cruise

From swimming with dolphins to going on a jungle safari, the Caribbean islands are home to some of the best shore excursions in the world. If you like to dive in and explore the ocean, there are plenty of ways to see what marine life in this part of the world has to offer. Whether you'd like to explore what's beneath the surface on a snorkelling or scuba diving trip, or you'd rather stay on the surface and try your hand at something new like windsurfing or paddleboarding, your Caribbean cruise will have everything you need to do just this.

Alternatively, if you'd rather stay on dry land, each island has something different to offer. For those who like to stay active, there are plenty of hiking routes which will take you through the beautiful scenery that makes the Caribbean such a desirable destination, while there are also plenty of guided tours and museums to keep those wanting to soak up the culture and history of the Caribbean amused.

However you choose to spend your days, before you leave don't miss out on simply laying back on the soft, white sand and soaking up the Caribbean sunshine.

Want to find out a little more about exploring the Caribbean? Check out our blogs on the Best Caribbean Islands To Visit and Top 5 Accessible Caribbean Cruise Port.

Where do Caribbean Cruises go?

Caribbean cruises visit a wide range of destinations, from tropical Jamaica to St Kitts and Grenada. Offering a relaxing, picturesque getaway, you’ll have a fantastic time on a Caribbean cruise whether you visit in the summer or winter. Read more about where Caribbean cruises go in the destination section below!