| |
 |
|
Areas of Interest
From the tropical reefs of Barbados to the sun-drenched beaches of St. Maarten, Celebrity's Caribbean cruises promise fascinating new perspectives at every turn.
|
|
 |
Castries, St. Lucia
Famous for
its twin peaks shaped by the upheaval of
a now extinct volcano, St. Lucia is one
of the truly unspoiled islands in all
the Caribbean. Here you'll find a
variety of landscapes and eco-systems
not found anywhere else in the region,
including rain forests, mountains and
beaches that truly deserve the
"pristine" designation.
|
|
|
|
|
| |
|
 |
Basseterre, St. Kitts
What is a
town square fashioned after London's
Piccadilly Circus doing in the middle of
an island that once served as the
sugar-trading epicenter of the
Caribbean? It's just one of many
surprises St. Kitts has in store for
visitors to this historic and enchanting
piece of Caribbean real estate.
|
|
|
|
|
| |
|
 |
Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Duty free
is the name of the game here. Bargains
can be had all over the island. From
trinkets to that perfect something
you've been looking for to go over the
fireplace mantel, St. Thomas is a
shoppers paradise. Bluebeard the pirate
may have been a cutthroat, but he
understood the concept of location,
location, location. Visit his castle at
Magen's Bay and see for yourself.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Cozumel,
Mexico
Cozumel has
been called the gem of the Mexican
Caribbean. The island is located
approximately twelve miles off the
southern coast of the Yucatán Peninsula,
just across from Playa del Carmen. The
waters and coral reefs off Cozumel are
world-renowned as a diving destination.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
George
Town, Grand Cayman
Once a hot
spot and hideout for some of the most
notorious pirates ever, Grand Cayman now
hosts a much more refined clientele.
Stingray City, named as one of the most
rewarding experiences in the undersea
world by National Geographic, allows
swimmers to mingle with stingrays. Soft
white-sand beaches and sensational
duty-free shopping abound on this island
of treasures.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Labadee,
Hispaniola
Here on the
north coast of Hispaniola, you'll be
surrounded by a thick carpet of tropical
foliage on beautiful mountain slopes.
Labadee®
feels very private and is a great place
to frolic. Water activities abound and
the temperature is well suited to the
aquatically inclined.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Oranjestad, Aruba
Aruba is
probably the all-time most-used synonym
for vacation. The capital city,
Oranjestad, is a chic blend of Dutch and
Caribbean influences, which can be found
in everything from the cuisine to the
architecture. The charming boutiques of
Seaport Village and the tropical gardens
in Wilhelmina can be pleasant diversions.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Tortola,
British Virgin Isl
The largest
of the British Virgin Islands, Tortola
resembles an emerald necklace of
mountains with a powdery white-sand rim.
Aside from the very swim able waters,
Tortola is also home to the Virgin
Islands Folk Museum. Learn about the
islands' rich history and view
fascinating pre-Columbian and
plantation-day artifacts.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
San
Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
has two distinct personalities: there's
the vibrant, modern port city, and then
there's the historic colonial outpost
first conquered by Juan Ponce de Leon in
1508. Spanish influence is evident
everywhere in the city. Visit
fortifications, museums and cathedrals
throughout the city and remember to wear
comfortable shoes.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
St.
Johns, Antigua
Some people
seek to climb every 14,000-foot peak in
North America. Others spend years hiking
the Appalachian Trail. Well, St. John's
offers a different type of challenge -
one that can test the limits of beach
towels and sunblock like few can. With
365 beaches to explore, you will need to
pace yourself. Rest assured that each
beach is as beautiful and captivating as
the last.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Bridgetown, Barbados
If you were
to close your eyes while enjoying a
"high tea in Trafalgar Square," you
would swear you were in London - if it
weren't for the warm breezes and emerald
green waters enveloping you. Nicknamed
"Little England" by some, Barbados is
home to many museums that chronicle the
island's rich past and over 100
shipwrecks along its reefs that are a
playground for divers from around the
world.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Casa De
Campo, Dominican Rep
Who hasn't
dreamt from time to time of owning their
own island? While we can't give you an
island of your own, we can take you to
this little piece of paradise off the
coast of the Dominican Republic. Play a
few rounds of golf, enjoy the beach or
tour the cobblestone streets of the
artist village of Altos de Chavon.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Cococay,
Bahamas
Right in
the heart of the Caribbean Sea, CocoCaySM
is secluded and subdued. Tepid waters as
clear as glass make this an ideal
location to take advantage of all the
aquatic recreational opportunities
available. Snorkeling, jet skiing, and
relaxing on the sand are all sanctioned
and encouraged activities. There's even
a replica of Blackbeard's pirate ship if
you want to dry off for a little while.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Grand
Bahama Island
There are
subtle ecological wonders and cultural
details throughout Grand Bahama Island
to catch your eye. Known as a Mecca for
nature lovers, here you will find 18
species of Bahamian birds not seen in
the U.S., Canada, or Europe. The island
also has a reputation for being a
diver?s paradise with elaborate coral,
playful dolphins and the clearest waters
in the world with visibility of over 200
feet.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Ocho
Rios, Jamaica
Known
locally as "Ochie," this port stop is
undoubtedly a favorite among our guests.
It's one of the few places where you
actually get to immerse yourself in the
scenery - literally. Ochie is home to
Dunn's River Falls. A thrilling place
where you follow the falls down
limestone steps, stopping every now and
again for a refreshing swim in the
Falls' terraced pools.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
The Dutch
and French left their mark on this
heavenly slice of tropical delight. St.
Maarten's beaches are among the region's
most breathtaking, but do try to catch
your breath. You'll need it when you
first lay eyes on the caves and majestic
cliffs of Cupecoy Beach. For shopping,
St. Maarten's duty-free emporiums and
the quaint French boutiques of Marigot
are all you could ever want.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Puerto
Limon, Costa Rica
Costa Rica
has been a staunch advocate of
conservation in its undeveloped areas
and its tourist destinations for years.
Nature preserves throughout the country,
particularly in Puerto Limón, allow the
visitor rare exposure to virgin rain
forests and bird sanctuaries.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
St.
George's, Grenada
When the
phrase "sugar and spice and everything
nice" was coined, surely they must have
been referring to Grenada. This lovely
island is home to sugar and spice
plantations and even a rum distillery or
two. You can tour these working
plantations and see how the bounty of
Grenada's rich soil is grown, processed
and cared for in the present day.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Willemstad, Curacao
No one can
blame early European settlers for
building so many forts on Willemstad,
Curaçao. One look at this former Dutch
colony and you will want to claim it all
for yourself. Fortunately, the island of
Curaçao and its capital city now belong
to all of its inhabitants. Drive on the
fabled Queen Juliana Bridge, which soars
185 feet above the tepid waters between
Punda, Otrobanda and Schottegat. Or stop
at the Old Market - Marche. It's casual,
and you can enjoy just-caught fish and
local delicacies all grilled fresh right
before your eyes.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|