The Caribbean or West Indies are a long time favourites of holidaymakers. Snuggled between North and South America, the Caribbean offers perfect weather almost all year round, with small exception of hurricane season in the late summer and early autumn.

The beautiful white beaches, azure waters, rich culture, complex history and fabulous cuisine make the Caribbean a perfect destination for all kinds of travellers.And do not let to be mislead by the myth “you’ve seen one island, you’ve seen them all”. Caribbean are cultural and biodiversity hotspots, from cloud forest to cactus scrublands, from French elegance of Martinique, Spanish flare of Puerto Rico, Dutch influences across Aruba and Curacao, to not so restrained English atmosphere of Barbados or Jamaica.

Some of the 7,000 Caribbean islands are private and exclusive to cruise lines passengers.

Caribbean pick season is in December – March, however Carnival Cruises, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean Cruises also sail from May to September.