Southern Caribbean & Perfect Day 8 Notti • Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida • Adventure of the Seas

Most people know Orlando as America’s theme park capital. While a day (or several) dedicated to all your favorite rides and shows is a must for any vacation from Orlando, this shining city on Florida’s Space Coast offers so much more than that. If you’re cruising from Port Canaveral, get to know the area’s other wonders — like its locally loved surf spots, sprawling citrus groves, off-road motor trails and emerald golf courses. Start your day by watching the sunrise from the sands of the Canaveral National Seashore. Then grab breakfast at a cozy café in Historic Cocoa Village. Keep your eyes peeled for alligators as you zip through the St. John River marshlands on an exhilarating airboat ride. Or climb to the top of Exploration Tower for panoramic views of Port Canaveral, the cruise port near Orlando. And don’t forget to drop by the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Port Canaveral, where you can learn all about space travel and see both the Space Shuttle Atlantis and the Saturn V moon rocket.

La partenza della nave è prevista alle 4:00 pm, quindi è necessario arrivare con almeno 2-3 ore di anticipo per poter effettuare il check-in e i protocolli di imbarco. Durante questo tempo, molti servizi della nave sono aperti e funzionanti, quindi sentiti libero di iniziare la tua vacanza in anticipo.

Discover the colonial-era fortresses and other landmarks of Willemstad on a trolley ride before exploring more on your own. Go on a distillery tour to sample the island’s signature spirit, Blue Curaçao, or make some new marine friends at the Sea Aquarium. Enjoy the island’s stunning turquoise seas on a boat, snorkeling or just relaxing on the sands.

Oranjestad is best known for its colorful Dutch Colonial ‘gingerbread’ houses painted in bright Caribbean hues, powdery white beaches and crystal-clear aquamarine water. Explore Aruba’s unique geological formations amid desert-like landscapes. Or discover aquatic wonders under the waves on a snorkeling excursion or a thrilling submarine ride. Sun-seekers can choose the beach that best suits their style, from the activity-filled De Palm Island to resort-studded Palm Beach, one of the island’s most glorious stretches of sand.

Cruises to Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic are your gateway to the perfect beach day. This secluded hideaway located in the southwestern corner of the island beckons with quiet, captivating shores dotted with swaying palm trees and surrounded by lush rainforests and mangroves. Top-rated beaches include Playa Pedernales, Playa Salinas and Playa Cabo Rojo. Each is characterized by calm, crystal-clear waters, sugary-white sand and coral reefs teeming with marine life. If you crave a more active outdoor adventure, you can venture into the area’s massive Jaragua National Park, home to caves with ancient rock art, placid lagoons and dense tropical forests.

This isn’t vacation days spent. This is bragging rights earned. Conquer the tallest waterslide in the Caribbean and snap a shot from up to 450 feet up in a helium balloon. Grab a drink at the swim-up bar and soak up the scene in the largest freshwater pool in The Bahamas. Or get a taste of Bora Bora with your own Overwater Cabana.

Perfect Day at CocoCay è suddiviso in 10 quartieri unici, ognuno con le proprie attività. Ci sono molte cose gratuite da fare in tutta l'isola, così come esperienze premium disponibili per l'acquisto. Sette dei quartieri sono a ingresso gratuito, mentre tre richiedono un ingresso a pagamento: Thrill Waterpark, Coco Beach Club e Hideaway Beach (spiaggia per soli adulti).

Sede del Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral è la base di partenza per qualsiasi avventura nella Florida centrale. Sulla costa si alternano lidi per famiglie e strisce di sabbia appartate. Con i parchi tematici di Orlando a un'ora di strada ti sarà facile incontrare i tuoi personaggi preferiti. Oltre ai parchi potrai scoprire gemme altrettanto divertenti che incarnano lo spirito della vecchia Florida. Osserva i lamantini dal kayak nella Banana River Lagoon e fai un giro sulla teleferica sopra gli alligatori dello Zoo Brevard. Esplora i musei d'arte e il fascino dell'elegante Park Avenue. Le crociere da Port Canaveral ti portano alla scoperta della storia locale presso l'Orange County Regional History Museum.

La crociera è finita, ma ci sono ancora alcune fantastiche attività da praticare nella zona. Se sei arrivato in aereo, tieni presente l'orario del tuo volo di partenza e pianifica di conseguenza.