MSC Meraviglia
March 5, 2028

Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe, provides docking at Pointe-à-Pitre Port. Travelers explore La Soufrière volcano and Memorial ACTe museum. Excursions visit Marie-Galante’s beaches. Local markets sell accras. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes colombo, a Guadeloupean curry. Souvenirs, like rum bottles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Pointe-à-Pitre’s vibrant island allure offers a dynamic Guadeloupean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders, cultural heritage, and scenic beaches, making Pointe-à-Pitre an engaging destination for exploring Guadeloupe’s Caribbean beauty and history.

Castries, St. Lucia, offers docking at Castries Port. Travelers explore Pigeon Island and Sulphur Springs. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Chastanet. Local markets sell green fig salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Piton peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Lucian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Castries’ vibrant charm offers a lively St. Lucian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Castries an engaging destination for exploration.

Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown an engaging destination for exploration.

Kingstown, St. Vincent, has docking at Kingstown Port. Travelers explore Fort Charlotte’s views and botanical gardens. Excursions snorkel Bequia’s reefs. Local markets sell breadfruit. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures Caribbean shores and colonial forts. Dining onboard includes callaloo, a local soup. Souvenirs, like spice necklaces, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Caribbean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Kingstown’s vibrant charm offers a lively St. Vincent stop, blending culture with coastal beauty.

St. George’s, Grenada, offers docking at St. George’s Port. Travelers explore Grand Anse Beach and Fort George. Excursions include snorkeling at Moliniere Sculpture Park. Local markets sell oil down. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures spice markets and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a Grenadian favorite. Souvenirs, like nutmeg crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. St. George’s vibrant charm offers a lively Grenadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural heritage, making St. George’s an engaging destination.

Fort-de-France, Martinique, offers docking at Fort-de-France Port. Travelers explore Fort St. Louis and Balata Gardens. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Dufour. Local markets sell accras. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes colombo, a Martinican favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Fort-de-France’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Martinican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic gardens, making Fort-de-France an engaging destination for exploration.

Returning to Pointe-A-Pitre — see Day 1 above for port info.