Holland America Line Caribbean: 12 nights from Fort Lauderdale with Rotterdam
Nov 16, 2025

Half Moon Cay

Sint Maarten

Even if it is only 32 square kilometers, St Thomas has 1 million things to do. Go shopping, sailing, snorkeling and visiting the city, diving and lavish lunches.

Today, the charm goes beyond the natural gifts of the island. The political division of the land has given the island two very different personalities, like a pair of twins, although basically only one entity; both sides are engaged in unconscious tug-of-war as if to affirm their individuality. But, although neither likes to admit it, the best is obtained from the sum of the two parts.

Castries

St Lucia is renowned for its beautiful beaches. The most popular is Vigie Beach, a beautiful curve of golden sand, dotted with swaying palm trees.

St. Lucia has been part of the British Commonwealth since 1803. But before that, it was often occupied by the French, whose influences are evident in much of the island's culture. Castries offers a colorful local market and great shopping. And the surrounding areas offer lush rainforests, impressive waterfalls, beautiful beaches and sulfur springs. Admire the beautiful coast of Santa Lucia from the deck of a catamaran. You will have an unbeatable view of the landscape and you will get an exhilarating ride.

Scarborough

Scarborough is the largest city in Tobago, one of the two islands of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. It has about 17,000 inhabitants, almost a third of the island's population. The city is dominated by Fort King George, an eighteenth-century fortification named after the British King George III, which today houses a History and Archaeology museum. Scarborough is the capital and deep-water port of Trinidad and Tobago, and its administrative center. Located on Rockly Bay, the city is situated on the slopes of a hill 13 km from the south-western tip of Tobago. At the top of the hill there is Fort King George built by the British in the late 1700s. Scarborough has several facilities dating back to the 19th century, including the House of Assembly, a finely restored Georgian building. The city has benefited considerably from the growth of tourism in Tobago and has many commercial buildings. Tobago Airport, Crown Point, is about 11 km from Scarborough and handles domestic and international flights. Outside the port you will find vendors of traditional homemade sweets - sugar cakes (grated coconut cooked in milk and sugar) and sweets made of sticky sesame seeds held together by sugar and caramelized.

Bridgetown

Bridgetown, an island located in the eastern part of the archipelago, is the capital of Barbodos islands. It is renowned for its duty-free shops and its cultural and historical attractions.
It is one of the most oldiest cities of the Carribean Islands; its architecture full of colonial buildings blending with warehouses and brash modern office blocks fascinates and entertains visitors. The center of the city is the Carenaggio, a tourist port that confines with the Parliament of Barbados (where are located two small fashinated history museums). Some of the most famous religious buildings are distant five minutes from the Parliament like Sant Micheal Cathedral and the synagogue.

Bridgetown is one of the oldest cities in the Caribbean; its architecture with balconies of colonial buildings blending with warehouses and brash modern office blocks fascinates and entertains visitors. The center of activity is the careenage, a marina that borders the Barbados Parliament (home to two small but fascinating local history museums). A number of the island's most important religious buildings are located within a five-minute walk of Parliament, including St. Michael's Cathedral and a synagogue.

Pointe à Pitre

Cruises departing from Pointe à Pitre: all offers

Pointe à Pitre, one of the main cities on the island of Guadeloupe, is the perfect departure port for a cruise to discover the Caribbean and Antilles. Set sail from Pointe à Pitre aboard MSC Cruises and Costa Cruises ships for a perfect holiday at advantageous prices, on our site you will find all the available itineraries starting from €299, if your dream is the white beaches of the Caribbean do not wait, we have the right holiday for you!

Cruise from Pointe à Pitre: the best of the Caribbean

Pointe à Pitre is located on the French island of Guadeloupe which is part of the Lesser Antilles. From this city numerous cruise ships depart to discover the most fascinating islands in the region such as Antigua, Dominica, Martinique, the Virgin Islands, Barbados and Montserrat.
Given its location, Pointe à Pitre is therefore the ideal port for a cruise in the Caribbean Sea: dive into the coral reef, admire the lush vegetation rich in hibiscus flowers, orchids and bougainvillea or taste savory dishes of Creole and French cuisine.
Those who wish to visit this city will also be fascinated by the colorful markets, especially the fish market, by the characteristic streets with craft shops and by the lively atmosphere that can be breathed while strolling through the city. Don't miss the opportunity to set sail from Pointe à Pitre for an unforgettable cruise to the Antilles!

Cruises with boarding from Pointe à Pitre, when to go?

The best time for a cruise from Pointe à Pitre is from December to May when the climate is drier and precipitation is almost absent. This makes the port of Pointe à Pitre ideal for a cruise during the Christmas holidays or during the coldest months in Europe, warm your winter with a Caribbean cruise with boarding from Pointe à Pitre!
The city of Pointe à Pitre is served by an international airport not far away, you can easily reach the port with flights from Italy and immediately experience a wonderful holiday. Browse the available departures listed by departure date below and choose the itinerary you prefer: the Caribbean Sea awaits you for an unforgettable cruise!

San Juan

One of the largest islands in the eastern Caribbean, Puerto Rico's panorama includes mountains, caves, coral reefs, white sand beaches and an incredibly lush rainforest.

San Juan is the oldest city under the rule of the United States. San Juan is located in the northeast of Puerto Rico and features distinctly a century-old architecture, such as Spanish military fortresses built from 1540 to 1800, an active port, and a very active economic zone in the Hato Rey district. San Juan has magnificent beaches, hotels, squares, historical sites, and museums. San Juan is a Latin American city with Spanish culture mixed with African and Taíno traditions with American influence. The citizens of San Juan are very festive, as in the rest of the island.

Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale is in Florida, USA. It is one of the main ports for the cruise market and it is a holiday resort for many tourists coming from anywhere in the States and from other Countries in the world.

 

The majority of the cruises to the Caribbean leave from Ft. Lauderdale, due to its strategic position. The city is the ideal destination for the beach life enthusiasts: you can’t miss out Hollywood Beach, near the city centre and lively beach. If you are shopping lovers, you’re in the right place. You can find plenty of shops in malls or in the city centre, that also offers many bars and clubs where you can enjoy the best night life. Visit the Flamingo Gardens, 60 acres of fields where you can observe flamingos and alligators enjoying a lush and verdant flora. Explore all the species of animals and plants during an unforgettable safari. Ft. Lauderdale is a comfortable and relaxing place and the best place where you can spend a few days before your cruise. Here you can find cruises with the best companies such as Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America, Princess Cruises and many more.