Which Itinerary Out of San Juan?

[kwbound]

We leave Sunday on the Navigator. We are thinking about booking a cruise on board for next fall out of San Juan. We usually sail from Galveston or New Orleans, so I'm not familiar at all with the Southern Caribbean ports. Which itinerary do you prefer and why?

 

We are early-mid-50s, and active. We love to snorkel, hike, kayak, explore and of course, beautiful surroundings.

 

Looking forward to hearing your suggestion.

 

Donna

[Clarea]

Both itineraries are very nice. Best to do a back to back and decide for yourself which one you like better.

[kwbound]

Both itineraries are very nice. Best to do a back to back and decide for yourself which one you like better.

 

That sounds wonderful. Unfortunately we'll be limited to just one this time.:cool:

[tuliplvr]

I've been on Adventure twice which went to St. Maarten, St. Croix, St. Lucia, Antiqua, and Barbados.... I love this route as it has 5 stops and so much to do and see. Beautiful beaches... I want to go back!

[Clarea]

I've been on Adventure twice which went to St. Maarten, St. Croix, St. Lucia, Antiqua, and Barbados.... I love this route as it has 5 stops and so much to do and see. Beautiful beaches... I want to go back!

I like that itinerary, but I also like the other because it has one extra sea day. I don't like having a port day on the last full day of the cruise.

[tuliplvr]

I like that itinerary, but I also like the other because it has one extra sea day. I don't like having a port day on the last full day of the cruise.

 

Luckily for us the last day was the day at sea so we had time to relax after the 5 stops!

[wrp96]

I like all the southern Caribbean itineraries. Lots of active options. If you choose a St. Lucia itinerary, consider hiking the Pitons.

[racerxspeedy]

If you are concerned with hurricanes in the fall the Aruba Bonaire curaçao routes are favored. These are have desert climate - sandy and dry. The 5 stop routes will be more tropical, lush ....but may have "weather".

[kwbound]

Thanks for all the suggestions. We'd definitely prefer the most lush islands. And I do like the idea of having a sea day at the end, although we may stay an extra night or two in PR, so that could be our relaxation days.

[LeesSummitCruiser1]

We leave Sunday on the Navigator. We are thinking about booking a cruise on board for next fall out of San Juan. We usually sail from Galveston or New Orleans, so I'm not familiar at all with the Southern Caribbean ports. Which itinerary do you prefer and why?

 

We are early-mid-50s, and active. We love to snorkel, hike, kayak, explore and of course, beautiful surroundings.

 

Looking forward to hearing your suggestion.

 

Donna

 

I have done all itineraries out of SJU. I cant say which is best. You cant make a bad choice. Only way to go is a back to back.

[1ParticularHbr]

Thanks for all the suggestions. We'd definitely prefer the most lush islands. And I do like the idea of having a sea day at the end, although we may stay an extra night or two in PR, so that could be our relaxation days.

 

Don't rule out Aruba, Curacao and Bonaire without trying them. We thought we preferred "lush" islands too but after stopping in Aruba on Serenade of the Seas, we booked week-long land vacations there the next two years - perfect weather, great food, amazing beaches, nice blend of laid back and night life.

Edited August 28, 2015 by 1ParticularHbr

[sasha96]

Get an idea of airfare before you decide to book it. It might be expensive...more so than you might expect.

[granddutchess]

We have done both. Love them equally.

[kwbound]

Get an idea of airfare before you decide to book it. It might be expensive...more so than you might expect.

 

 

Good advice. I'll look at that tomorrow.

[tinkr2]

Aruba is amazing, beaches, desserts and mountains.