Marina: 12-Night Cruise from Miami - February 1, 2027

With 12 hours hours in Port of Oranjestad, Aruba, Caribbean - from 8:00 AM to 8:00 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. The port area is compact and visitor friendly, with clear signage and facilities that streamline arrivals, departures, and sightseeing options, making independent exploration or guided tours convenient for all.

The Marina is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Willemstad, Curacao are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Visit the Floating Market where colorful boats from Venezuela sell fresh produce and fish directly from the harbor.

Your ship arrives in Port of Kingstown, St. Vincent & the Grenadines 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. Kingstown's main market is a bustling hub where locals sell fresh fruits, spices, and handmade crafts.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Castries, St. Lucia, from 7:00 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. Dress lightly and use sun protection, as humidity can be high.

The Marina is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Port of Basseterre, St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. Walking through downtown Basseterre reveals colorful colonial buildings, the central Circus Square, and a variety of local shops and cafés.

Your ship arrives in San Juan, Puerto Rico 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. Plan on old San Juan is best explored on foot, but expect hills and uneven cobblestone streets, so comfortable shoes.

You'll have 8 hours hours to explore Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, from 9:00 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. Just outside the main city, the Ocean World marina area offers a quieter waterfront setting with restaurants, coastal views, and a relaxed vibe.

The Marina is a mid-sized ship, which means excursion options in Miami, Florida are plentiful. Plan your top priorities in advance and you'll generally find services accessible without long waits. South Beach offers iconic white sand, clear water, and lively beachfront promenades.