Granted, you’re not going to be able to immerse yourself in the culture of one particular area but, like we said, it’s a great way to travel around the Caribbean or Europe. Think about all you can see! Let’s go through a typical Caribbean Cruise. Well, there is no such thing! Did you know there are over seven thousand islands in the Caribbean.

So, we’ll do our best to describe a few. Of course, you know how much we love Cancun and the Yucatan Penisula! Of course, Cancun is a very popular day trip for cruise ships but let’s explore some other places a little more off the beaten path.

What about a jeep tour through the rain forests of San Lucia? Tropical birds singing, waterfalls and simply the raw energetic life that comes with a rain forest. There is no place on earth that is more alive. If you haven’t been, a great way to see one is on a day trip from your cruise ship!

We have to spend some time on Jamaica. Jamaica is one of those places that you either love or hate. Although, most people that I meet love Jamaica. It’s very distinctive and has a culture all of it’s own. Reggae music sets the tempo for the island. People are laid back and you’ll hear, “no problem mon” several times a day. Try some sour sop. It’s a tropic fruit that’s not main stream. I love it. Also, if you can get your hands on some 30 year aged Appleton Rum, again, HIGHLY recommended. My favorite stretch of Jamaica is the lazy stretch of 7 mile beach in Negril. Make sure you jump off of the cliffs at Ricks! Have a blast!

Well, there’s no way to cover all of the Caribbean in an article but hopefully we’ve driven home the point that a great way to “window shop” your islands is to take a cruise. It will help you see many and maybe pick a few that you would like to schedule a longer visit. Or, maybe you like window shopping. We certainly understand as there is a lot of Caribbean to cover.