Costa Favolosa: 4-Night Cruise from Santo Domingo - February 1, 2027

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Antigua, Antigua & Barbuda, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 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. History is present but never heavy, from colonial forts to working harbors.

Arriving in Antigua, Antigua & Barbuda 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. This popular beach offers soft sand, calm water, and a lively but relaxed setting.

The Costa Favolosa 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 cruise ends in Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe, where the Costa Favolosa is scheduled to dock at 8:00 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.