Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise

Bridgetown, Barbados

At just 21-miles long and 14-miles wide, Barbados is the most easterly island in the Caribbean and is brimming with things to do. Steeped in history and complete with the architecture to match, get ready to uncover its wonderfully laid-back West Indian ambiance! Enjoy surfing, snorkelling and turtle-spotting in azure waters and you must explore subterranean Harrison’s cave. In the capital, Bridgetown — the surroundings are unmistakably Caribbean but the ambience is decidedly British. Located beside the island’s only natural harbour, the capital of Barbados combines modern and colonial architecture with glorious palm tree-lined beaches and a number of historical attractions. Experience the relaxed culture of the city renowned for its British-style parliament buildings and vibrant beach life, and seek out the Anglican church and the 19th-century Barbados Garrison.

St. George's, Grenada

Nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, cocoa those heady aromas fill the air in Grenada (pronounced gruh-nay-da). Only 21 miles (33½ km) long and 12 miles (19½ km) wide, the Isle of Spice is a tropical gem of lush rain forests, white-sand beaches, secluded coves, exotic flowers, and enough locally grown spices to fill anyone's kitchen cabinet. St. George's is one of the most picturesque capital cities in the Caribbean, St. George's Harbour is one of the most picturesque harbors, and Grenada's Grand Anse Beach is one of the region's finest beaches. The island has friendly, hospitable people and enough good shopping, restaurants, historic sites, and natural wonders to make it a popular port of call. About one-third of Grenada's visitors arrive by cruise ship, and that number continues to grow each year. Grenada's capital is a bustling West Indian city, much of which remains unchanged from colonial days. Narrow streets lined with shops wind up, down, and across steep hills. Brick warehouses cling to the waterfront, and pastel-painted homes rise from the waterfront and disappear into steep green hills. The horseshoe-shaped St. George's Harbour, a submerged volcanic crater, is arguably the prettiest harbor in the Caribbean. Schooners, ferries, and tour boats tie up along the seawall or at the small dinghy dock. The Carenage (pronounced car-a-nahzh), which surrounds the harbor, is the capital's center. Warehouses, shops, and restaurants line the waterfront. The Christ of the Deep statue that sits on the pedestrian plaza at the center of The Carenage was presented to Grenada by Costa Cruise Line in remembrance of its ship, Bianca C, which burned and sank in the harbor in 1961 and is now a favorite dive site. An engineering feat for its time, the 340-foot-long Sendall Tunnel was built in 1895 and named for Walter Sendall, an early governor. The narrow tunnel, used by both pedestrians and vehicles, separates the harbor side of St. George's from the Esplanade on the bay side of town, where you can find the markets (produce, meat, and fish), the Cruise Ship Terminal, the Esplanade Mall, and the public bus station.

Curaçao, Curaçao

Culture seekers will find their ideal escape in Curaçao, part of the windswept ABC Islands – where you can embrace Dutch heritage, under the Caribbean sun, as you explore the island’s pastel, colonial architecture and delightful museums. Enjoy the sunny weather even during the rainy season, with steady wind conditions ensuring great kitesurfing and windsurfing experiences! One of the island’s highlights is the Queen Emma Bridge, also called the “Swinging Old Lady,” which is an astounding floating bridge that occasionally swings open to let ships pass through and leave the bay – a spectacle that you can’t miss!

Aruba, Aruba

Aruba is the smallest of the ABC islands, boasting gorgeous beaches, colourful architecture and dramatic rock formations. Nicknamed ‘One Happy Island,’ you’ll find ultimate happiness on this heavenly island! This tropical paradise in the Caribbean is where you can experience year-round sunshine and extraordinary animal encounters. Spot a flamboyance of pink flamingos prancing around the shoreline of Flamingo Beach – one of the best wildlife encounters you’ll have on the island. Aruba’s crowning glory is definitely its long stretch of golden sands bathed in warm sunshine. Some of the most sought-after beaches in the island are Eagle Beach and Palm Beach, where most of the action in the island happens.

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

For  a nature break, head to Ocho Rios, which was transformed from a sleepy fishing village into a busy resort with a cruise ship harbour, majestic falls and natural limestone sinkhole. One of the main attractions in this Jamaican town is the Dunn’s River Falls – these terraced waterfalls appear like giant stairs where cascades of water flow through. Climbing to the top of the falls is an unmissable experience, with small lagoons shaded by low-hanging trees offering a refreshing timeout from the long hike. Don't miss out on taking the Nine Mile Tour, which includes a scenic drive through the countryside, winding uphill through the hillside rural villages and offering breathtaking sceneries in Ocho Rios!

Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos Islands

Just 7 miles (11 km) long and a little more than 1 mile (1½ km) wide, this island, the capital and seat of the Turks and Caicos government, has been a longtime favorite destination for divers eager to explore the 7,000-foot-deep pristine coral walls that drop down only 300 yards out to sea. On shore, the tiny, quiet island is home to white-sand beaches, the National Museum, and a small population of wild horses and donkeys, which leisurely meander past the white-walled courtyards, pretty churches, and bougainvillea-covered colonial inns on their daily commute into town. But things aren't entirely sleepy: a cruise-ship complex at the southern end of the island brings about 600,000 visitors per year. That said, the dock is self-contained and is about 3 miles (5 km) from the tranquil, small hotels of Cockburn Town, Pillory Beach, and the Ridge and far from most of the western-shore dive sites. Pristine beaches with vistas of turquoise waters, small local settlements, historic ruins, and native flora and fauna are among the sights on Grand Turk. Fewer than 4,000 people live on this 7½-square-mile (19-square-km) island, and it's hard to get lost, as there aren't many roads.

Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Tortola is the largest of this roughly 40-island chain, home to several stunning beaches including Cane Garden Bay and Smuggler’s Cove. The bustling capital of the British Virgin Islands looks out over Road Harbour. It takes only an hour or so to stroll down Main Street and along the waterfront, checking out the traditional West Indian buildings painted in pastel colours and with corrugated-tin roofs, bright shutters, and delicate fretwork trim. Sage National Park is a sprawling protected park, where you’ll find the highest peak in the British Virgin Islands, which it was named after. The Painkiller is the local specialty drink of the British Virgin Islands. Sample this popular rum-based cocktail at Pusser’s Road Town Pub in Tortola — a historic pub with a Victorian-themed interior.

Bridgetown, Barbados

At just 21-miles long and 14-miles wide, Barbados is the most easterly island in the Caribbean and is brimming with things to do. Steeped in history and complete with the architecture to match, get ready to uncover its wonderfully laid-back West Indian ambiance! Enjoy surfing, snorkelling and turtle-spotting in azure waters and you must explore subterranean Harrison’s cave. In the capital, Bridgetown — the surroundings are unmistakably Caribbean but the ambience is decidedly British. Located beside the island’s only natural harbour, the capital of Barbados combines modern and colonial architecture with glorious palm tree-lined beaches and a number of historical attractions. Experience the relaxed culture of the city renowned for its British-style parliament buildings and vibrant beach life, and seek out the Anglican church and the 19th-century Barbados Garrison.

Bridgetown, Barbados

At just 21-miles long and 14-miles wide, Barbados is the most easterly island in the Caribbean and is brimming with things to do. Steeped in history and complete with the architecture to match, get ready to uncover its wonderfully laid-back West Indian ambiance! Enjoy surfing, snorkelling and turtle-spotting in azure waters and you must explore subterranean Harrison’s cave. In the capital, Bridgetown — the surroundings are unmistakably Caribbean but the ambience is decidedly British. Located beside the island’s only natural harbour, the capital of Barbados combines modern and colonial architecture with glorious palm tree-lined beaches and a number of historical attractions. Experience the relaxed culture of the city renowned for its British-style parliament buildings and vibrant beach life, and seek out the Anglican church and the 19th-century Barbados Garrison.