Costa Fascinosa: 14-Night Cruise from La Romana - December 27, 2026

Arriving in Catalina Island, Dominican Republic at 6:30 PM with only 1 hours hours before your 7:30 PM departure is a tight window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the safest play here - you'll get priority disembarkation, and the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Focus on one or two experiences close to the port. Snorkeling is the highlight of Catalina Island.

The Costa Fascinosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Catalina Island, Dominican Republic. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Snorkeling is the highlight of Catalina Island.

Your ship arrives in Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic at 9:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Playa Cabo Rojo is the main draw and delivers exactly what many cruisers hope for.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Just outside the main city, the Ocean World marina area offers a quieter waterfront setting with restaurants, coastal views, and a relaxed vibe.

The Costa Fascinosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. The beach at the cruise center is one of the main attractions.

Arriving in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos at 5:45 PM with only 2 hours hours before your 7:15 PM departure is a tight window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the safest play here - you'll get priority disembarkation, and the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Focus on one or two experiences close to the port. The beach at the cruise center is one of the main attractions.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Samana, Dominican Republic, from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Guided boat tours provide opportunities to see diverse bird species and learn about the region's ecological and cultural heritage.

The Costa Fascinosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in La Romana, Dominican Republic. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Altos de Chavon is a stone village designed to resemble a Mediterranean town, perched above the Chavon River.

Your ship arrives in Castries, St. Lucia at 9:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Several inviting beaches sit within a short drive of the port, offering soft sand and clear water backed by green hills.

You'll have 11 hours hours to explore Bridgetown, Barbados, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. For a glimpse of everyday life, visit Cheapside Market where locals shop for fruit, spices, and prepared foods.

The Costa Fascinosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. The Central Market is the heart of Pointe a Pitre, offering fresh produce, spices, local crafts, and souvenirs.

Your ship arrives in Port of Basseterre, St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis at 9:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Walking through downtown Basseterre reveals colorful colonial buildings, the central Circus Square, and a variety of local shops and cafés.

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Road Town, Tortola, B.V.I., from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Cruise ships dock directly in Road Town, placing visitors within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and waterfront areas.

Your cruise ends in La Romana, Dominican Republic, where the Costa Fascinosa is scheduled to dock at 9:00 AM. With 3,500+ passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a two to three hour window - but once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist - carrying your own bags off - lets you skip the wait and walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Altos de Chavon is a stone village designed to resemble a Mediterranean town, perched above the Chavon River.