SEAS THE DAY

CARIBBEAN BEACHES

Transport yourself to island time with a cruise to Caribbean beaches.

After you walk through the white-sand beaches of Jamaica, the US Virgin Islands or the Bahamas, dip your toes into the crystal-clear Caribbean water. Spark adventure with an adrenaline-pumping afternoon dabbling in water sports like jet skiing, parasailing, fishing or snorkelling. If cruising into island time is more your thing, sit back and relax with a delicious rum punch or piña colada cocktail in hand as you listen to the waves crash along the beaches of Playa Negra in Puerto Rico or Maracas in Trinidad. Re-discover peacefulness with a cruise to the best Caribbean beaches.

PLACES TO SEA

Step foot onto one of the many beautiful Caribbean beaches, and immediately find yourself on island time. Grab an ice-cold rum punch cocktail and start sipping away to the sound of waves crashing around you. Go on an expedition of some of the world’s finest holiday destinations, and experience some of the lushest landscapes and softest sand beaches in the universe onboard the best Caribbean cruises.

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BAHAMIAN BLISS

Cruise to the Bahamas for an experience that combines the bluest water you've ever seen with luxurious shopping and resorts. Dive into the clear water and swim through colourful coral reefs in Bimini – the best dive spots are accessible from the entrance channel on North Bimini island. During your Caribbean beach holiday, head to the Bimini Sands and Recreation Club on South Bimini island where there are snorkelling and kayaking adventures designed for kids and adults alike. Check out to Freeport for shopping and relaxation on the white sand beaches: Taino Beach is a go-to spot for watersports, while Fortune Beach a few miles outside town offers a quiet getaway.

PARADISE THAT'LL HAVE YOU IN RUINS

Spend your morning exploring the Mayan ruins: Check out the archaeological sites at Tulum or Chichen Itza, both accessible on excursions from Cozumel. Afterwards, expand your beach experience horizons with some cenote underwater cave diving at Gran Cenote or Ik Kil Cenote. Or swim with grouper, angelfish and spadefish through the bright-blue waters of the Caribbean Sea: Snorkel, kayak or stand-up paddleboard at family-friendly Paradise Beach in Cozumel, or dive along the Mesoamerican Coral Reef at Maya Chan Beach near Costa Maya.

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POSTCARD PERFECTION

Journey to the US Virgin Islands to step back into a time where pirates ruled the seas. Explore Blackbeard's Castle in St Thomas before heading to Magens Bay, one of the world's most beautiful beaches, surrounded by coconut groves and wetlands. Or spend your day sipping on a rum cocktail in St Croix while relaxing on the beach at Cane Bay.

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ISLAND EXPLORATION

The island adventures are awaiting your arrival. From parks to paddles, the best Caribbean beach holiday have it all, offering expeditions to suit your every whim. Spend a day inland hiking through rainforests or have fun in the sun through one of the many available sea activities. No matter what you choose, you'll be grateful for an island getaway to the best beaches in the Caribbean.

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WILD WATERSPORTS

Pack your day with adrenaline-pumping fun no matter what island you're on. Choose from watersports like kayaking, parasailing, paddle boarding and more during your visit to beaches like Simpson Bay in St Maarten. Fly through the sky on the largest zipline in the Caribbean in Labadee or soar through the water on a jet ski over the crystal-clear waters of CocoCay in the Bahamas.

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HAVE A TUNA FUN

Spend the day out at sea without the big cruise ship. Hop on a deep-sea fishing boat in Aruba, and try your luck at wrangling in a big catch of the day. Reel in kingfish, swordfish, yellowfin tuna, marlin and sailfish all in one day in a private charter off the coast of Grand Bahama Island.

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DIVE DEEP

Get up close and personal with the wildlife of the Caribbean Sea. Dive into the aquamarine water and swim with colourful butterfly fish, peacock flounders, parrotfish, turtles and more. Set eyes on some of the most vibrant coral reefs in the world at Tortugas Reef or Palancar while exploring the crystal-clear depths of the sea.

SINK YOUR TOES IN WHITE SAND WITH THE

BEST CRUISES TO CARIBBEAN BEACHES

A cruise to Caribbean beaches is filled with exciting destinations, each with its own style and vibe. Whether you choose Eastern, Southern or Western, you will discover beautiful beaches with the Best Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships.

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GET WILD IN THE WEST

Get Wild in the West. Visit ancient cities of our past while exploring the Western Caribbean. Touch down in Mexico, Grand Cayman, Labadee or Honduras, and get a taste of history and culture.

SUNBATHE IN THE SOUTH

Experience the ultimate sandy Caribbean beach holiday in the Southern Caribbean when you visit Curacao, Aruba, Bonaire and Grenada among other gorgeous destinations.

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