Seabourn Caribbean: 7 nights from Bridgetown with Seabourn Ovation
Jan 2, 2027

Rodney Bay

Curacao

Curacao, located in the heart of the Dutch Antilles, is an island that fascinates visitors with its rich history, turquoise waters and white sandy beaches. This unique destination offers a perfect mix of culture, adventure and relaxation, making it ideal for those looking for a different vacation. Cruises to Curacao allow you to enjoy this wonderful island in all its beauty, offering travelers the opportunity to discover a Caribbean paradise where local hospitality meets breathtaking landscapes.

The island of Curacao is famous for its colorful and lively cities, where Dutch colonial architecture mixes with Caribbean and Latin American influences, creating a unique and welcoming atmosphere. Willemstad, the capital, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and enchants with its historic pastel-colored buildings that are reflected in the calm waters of the harbor. Exploring the city center offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in local culture, discover craft markets and savor Creole cuisine that blends African, European and Asian flavors.

In addition to its fascinating urban culture, Curacao invites you to discover its natural resources. The island is surrounded by a coral reef accessible directly from the beach, making it a paradise for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. The crystal clear waters hide an underwater world rich in biodiversity, with colorful corals and a variety of marine life that makes every dive an unforgettable experience. For those seeking terrestrial adventures, Christoffel National Park offers hiking trails through desert landscapes and endemic flora and fauna.

Opting for a cruise that stops in Curacao means choosing a journey that perfectly combines relaxation, discovery and adventure. The island, with its sober but charming style, promises to give its visitors unforgettable moments, between unspoiled nature, fascinating history and vibrant cultures, making every stay a unique and enriching experience.

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.

Boutiques, exclusive shops, street vendors, casinos and a wide range of restaurants, discos and bars, make Oranjestad, a super popular tourist destination in Aruba. In addition to shops, restaurants and entertainment, this capital city of the island offers museums, a butterfly farm, art galleries, golf, historical sites and a functional marina. The colonization of the island by the Netherlands is demonstrated in Dutch colonial architecture, mixed with buildings with distinctly Caribbean bright colors.

Kralendijk

Kralendijk is the capital of the island of Bonaire in the Dutch Antilles, located in the Caribbean Sea off the coast of Venezuela. Surrounded by a coral reef that makes its fame worldwide, the city has a rich cultural heritage that attracts many tourists every year, thanks to its rich flora and fauna. The island of Bonaire was discovered by Alonso de Ojeda and Amerigo Vespucci in 1499, it was then part of Spanish territory. Then, in 1633, it was the turn of the Dutch to own the island. Subsequently, the Dutch Antilles became French, in 1805, after the conquest of Napoleon. In 1816, following the Treaty of Paris, it was returned to the hands of the Dutch. The abolition of slavery date occurred in 1863. Almost a century later, in 1943, Flamingo International Airport was built, promoting the development of the island. Bonaire obtained its independence on October 10, 2010. The boomerang-shaped port is full of cruise ships that stop to allow a visit to tourists. The city of Kralendijk offers paved roads with some shops, restaurants, and bars on the waterfront. Nearby is Fort Orange, built in 1639 to defend Bonaire's main port. The center of Kralendijk is the ideal place for shopping, shops are generally open from 8 am to noon and from 2 pm to 6 pm. This place is much quieter and more relaxed than the other ports in the Dutch Antilles. The splendid Bonaire National Park is considered one of the best diving destinations in the Caribbean, while Washington-Slagbaai Park in Brandaris is the highest point on the island. Other popular sites to see are the salt pyramids and the Willemstoren lighthouse.

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.