SeaDream I
March 23, 2024

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration.

Falmouth Harbour, Antigua, has docking at Falmouth Port. Travelers explore Nelson’s Dockyard, a UNESCO-listed Georgian shipyard. Excursions visit Shirley Heights for panoramic Caribbean views. Local markets sell rum punch. The peak season, December to April, offers dry tropical weather. Photography captures historic docks and turquoise bays. Dining onboard features pepperpot stew, a local favorite. Souvenirs, like Antiguan pottery, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the warm climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration nearby. Falmouth Harbour’s vibrant history and stunning beaches offer a captivating Caribbean stop, blending colonial heritage with tropical beauty for an unforgettable Antiguan experience.

Chrishi Beach Club, Cliftons, St. Kitts & Nevis, docks at Port Zante, a 10-minute taxi to the private beach club. Travelers enjoy snorkeling and beach cabanas. Local bars serve rum punch. Excursions to Brimstone Hill Fortress, 20 minutes north, offer UNESCO site tours. Peak season December to April; taxis 5-10 USD. Dining includes conch fritters at beach shacks. Souvenirs feature batik fabrics.

Returning to Philipsburg — see Day 1 above for port info.

Gustavia, St. Barthelemy, has docking at Gustavia Port. Travelers explore chic boutiques and Shell Beach. Excursions visit Colombier’s secluded coves. Local markets sell French pastries. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather. Photography captures yacht-filled harbors and turquoise seas. Dining onboard includes bouillabaisse, a French Caribbean dish. Souvenirs, like coral jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover island glamour. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Gustavia’s luxurious vibe offers a stylish Caribbean stop, blending French elegance with tropical allure.

Saba, Netherlands, offers docking at Fort Bay Port. Travelers explore Mount Scenery’s trails and Saba’s marine park. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell saba spice liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures volcanic peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat stew, a local favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Saba’s ecology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Saba’s rugged allure offers a vibrant Dutch stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and marine adventures, making Saba an engaging destination for exploring the Caribbean.

Returning to Gustavia — see Day 5 above for port info.

White Bay, Jost Van Dyke, BVI, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to sandy shores. Travelers explore White Bay Beach and Soggy Dollar Bar. Excursions include snorkeling at Sandy Cay. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for beach tours. Photography captures palm-lined beaches and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. White Bay’s island allure offers a vibrant BVI stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of beaches and marine beauty, making White Bay an engaging destination.

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.