SeaDream II
March 8, 2025

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.

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.

Returning to Gustavia — see Day 2 above for port info.

Charlestown, Nevis, docks at Charlestown Pier, a 5-minute walk to downtown, population 1,500. Travelers visit the 17th-century Nelson Museum for Horatio Nelson artifacts. Local markets sell goat water stew. Excursions to Pinney’s Beach, 10 minutes north, offer snorkeling. Peak season December to April; taxis 5-10 XCD. Dining includes conch fritters at beach shacks. Souvenirs feature batik fabrics.

Road Bay, Anguilla, offers docking at Road Bay Port. Travelers explore Shoal Bay’s beaches and local fishing villages. Excursions include snorkeling at Little Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for beach tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and peas, an Anguillan favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Caribbean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Road Bay’s island allure offers a vibrant Anguillan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches, marine activities, and local culture, making Road Bay an engaging Caribbean destination.

Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda, BVI, offers docking at Spanish Town Port. Travelers explore The Baths’ granite boulders and Devil’s Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Savannah Bay. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo, 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 beach exploration. Spanish Town’s island allure offers a vibrant BVI stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and marine adventures, making Spanish Town an engaging destination.

Norman Island, B.V.I., has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to The Bight. Travelers snorkel the Caves and dive at Treasure Point. Excursions explore Willy T’s floating bar. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings warm, dry weather for water activities. Photography captures turquoise bays and coral reefs. Dining onboard includes roti, a Caribbean favorite. Souvenirs, like shell jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover pirate history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while snorkeling gear enhances cave exploration. Norman Island’s pirate lore and marine beauty offer a serene B.V.I. stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of adventure and relaxation, making Norman Island an engaging destination for Caribbean snorkeling and history.

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.

St. John’s, Antigua, offers docking at St. John’s Port. Travelers explore Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights. Excursions include snorkeling at Cades Reef. Local markets sell fungi. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pepperpot, an Antiguan favorite. Souvenirs, like batik 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. John’s vibrant charm offers a lively Antiguan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic dockyards and scenic beaches, making St. John’s an engaging destination for exploration.

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.