Norwegian Cruise Line: 9 nights from Miami with Norwegian Gem (Dec 2, 2024)

San Felipe de Puerto Plata

Catalina Island

Willemstad

Willemstad, the capital of the Netherlands Antilles and the largest city on the island of Curacao, is located in the southern Caribbean Sea off the coast of Venezuela. The city is dense with life and attractions for all tastes and needs. Curacao's bustling capital is a friendly and cheerful destination with two distinct historic districts divided by the beautiful St. Anna Bay. On one side is Punda.

The area is famous for its site of clean, narrow streets and its many stores and museums. On the other side is Otrobanda, also known as “The Other Side”. The area is a maze of residential streets, contrasting with the organized grid of the entire bay. Willemstad's colorful colonial architecture has been named a UNESCO heritage site. Among the many activities available, diving and swimming with dolphins are very popular and popular activities throughout the bay.

Oranjestad

Oranjestad, the historic Dutch capital of Aruba, is located along the picturesque south coast, and it is considered a paradise for the senses by every tourist.
Boutiques, exclusive shops, street vendors, casinos and a wide range of restaurants, discos and bars make Orajestad a very popular tourist destination in Aruba. In addition to shops, restaurants and entertainment, in the city you can visit museums, a butterfly farm, art galleries, golf, historical sites and a functional touristic port. The colonization of the island by Netherlands is demonstrated in Dutch colonial architecture that is mixed with distinctly Caribbean brightly coloured buildings.

Panama City

Panama City, the capital of Panama, is a vibrant, cosmopolitan metropolis where a rich history meets a dynamic modern culture. The city is a mix of old and new, historic districts perfectly coexist with modern infrastructure. On the one hand, visitors have the opportunity to visit many historical attractions. The best way to learn about the canal's history and operations is to visit the Miraflores Locks or, if you want to learn more about the history of the city, you should visit the districts of Casco Viejo or Panama Viejo.

In Casco Viejo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you can see examples of colonial architecture, a vibrant nightlife, and cultural landmarks such as the Panama Cathedral and the Presidential Palace while Panama Viejo offers the opportunity to visit the ruins of the original city and it provides a glimpse into the early history of Panama. On the other hand, Panama City is currently known for its impressive skyline that reflect its status as a financial center. The modern culture of the city is mainly visible in the banking area and along one the city’s main streets, Calle 50, where large, shiny glass buildings line the streets.

Panama City

Panama City, the capital of Panama, is a vibrant, cosmopolitan metropolis where a rich history meets a dynamic modern culture. The city is a mix of old and new, historic districts perfectly coexist with modern infrastructure. On the one hand, visitors have the opportunity to visit many historical attractions. The best way to learn about the canal's history and operations is to visit the Miraflores Locks or, if you want to learn more about the history of the city, you should visit the districts of Casco Viejo or Panama Viejo.

In Casco Viejo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you can see examples of colonial architecture, a vibrant nightlife, and cultural landmarks such as the Panama Cathedral and the Presidential Palace while Panama Viejo offers the opportunity to visit the ruins of the original city and it provides a glimpse into the early history of Panama. On the other hand, Panama City is currently known for its impressive skyline that reflect its status as a financial center. The modern culture of the city is mainly visible in the banking area and along one the city’s main streets, Calle 50, where large, shiny glass buildings line the streets.