Cruising the Western Caribbean offers a fantastic combination of sun-soaked beaches, lush jungles, and vibrant local cultures.
The region’s stunning coastline features clear turquoise waters perfect for snorkeling, diving, or simply relaxing on secluded shores, while the rich history and traditions of the area can be explored through excursions into nearby rainforests and ancient ruins.
Beyond the natural beauty, the Western Caribbean offers plenty of opportunities to immerse in local culture, from sampling delicious Caribbean cuisine to experiencing lively music and dance.
Cruise ports in the Western Caribbean actually include destinations in Central America and Mexico, along with island nations. Over time, these stops have become fan favorites of Caribbean cruisers as they offer a different landscape with mountains and a chance to see Mayan ruins.
Whether you’re venturing into tropical landscapes, enjoying scenic views, or learning about the region’s heritage, a Western Caribbean cruise delivers an unforgettable tropical getaway.
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Things to Do on a Cruise to the Western Caribbean
Featured below are some of the best ways to spend your time cruising through the Western Caribbean:
- Venture to Tulum, a walled Mayan city. Tulum’s ruins prove fascinating as those on a tour uncover the daily lives of the people who lived within these walls from the 13th to the 15th centuries. Many more Mayan ruins can also be found in the region.
- Spice up your life with some of the Western Caribbean’s local cuisine. You can try the hot jerk chicken famous in Jamaica. Jamaica also has its own kind of coffee, Blue Mountain Coffee, made from beans grown in the Blue Mountains.
- Dunn’s River Falls is an amazing spot that everyone has to see when in Jamaica. These falls go over a series of stone ledges so visitors can walk up the falls.
- Unwind with a drink and a beat – you’ll find that both are plentiful in the Western Caribbean. Jamaica is home to reggae music and several dance halls. There’s also Carlos’n Charlie’s, a favorite restaurant amongst tourists in the Caribbean, which is always booming with a good beat.
- Snorkeling is a great way to see the vibrant wildlife that lives in the waters of the Western Caribbean. In Grand Cayman there’s Stingray City, where you can pet the soft skin of these graceful sea creatures, and Cozumel is home to the second largest barrier reef in the world.
- Discover the fascinating history of the Green Grotto Caves near Montego Bay. These caves were used by the Spanish to escape the invading English, and later to hide rum barrels during WWII.
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