Costa Fascinosa: 14-Night Cruise from Pointe-a-Pitre - January 7, 2027

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Port of Basseterre, St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis, 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. Walking through downtown Basseterre reveals colorful colonial buildings, the central Circus Square, and a variety of local shops and cafés.

The Costa Fascinosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Road Town, Tortola, B.V.I.. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Cane Garden Bay is one of Tortola's most beloved beaches, known for its curved shoreline, calm water, and laid back atmosphere.

Your ship arrives in La Romana, 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. Altos de Chavon is a stone village designed to resemble a Mediterranean town, perched above the Chavon River.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Catalina Island, 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. Snorkeling is the highlight of Catalina Island.

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 Samana, Dominican Republic. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Samana Bay is a prime destination for observing humpback whales from January to March.

Your ship arrives in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos at 8:00 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. 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.

The Costa Fascinosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Amber Cove, Dominican Republic. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. Inside Amber Cove, you will find a large pool with swim up bars, loungers, and shaded areas.

Your ship arrives in Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic at 8:00 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.

With 16 hours hours in La Romana, Dominican Republic - from 8:00 AM to 11:59 PM - you have a full day ashore with room to breathe. Go beyond the typical tourist stops: neighborhoods, local dining, and cultural sites that most cruise visitors never reach. Leave time for unstructured wandering. Altos de Chavon is a stone village designed to resemble a Mediterranean town, perched above the Chavon River.

The Costa Fascinosa carries 3,500+ passengers, which can create congestion at the terminal in Fort-de-France, Martinique. Ship-arranged shore excursions are your best bet - these groups most often receive priority disembarkation. The central market is full of color, local produce, spices, and handmade goods.

Your ship arrives in Bridgetown, Barbados at 7:00 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. Start near the Careenage and wander through the old town, where government buildings, churches, and waterfront paths tell the story of Barbados through centuries.

Your cruise ends in Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe, 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. History lovers will appreciate colonial architecture, museums, and monuments telling the story of Guadeloupe.