Caribbean cruise lines worth packing for

Star Clipers

The romance of five-masted traditional tall ship sailing with the intimacy of small vessels, Star Clippers offers multiple itineraries in the Caribbean. The seven-night Antigua to Barbados cruise aboard Royal Clipper is a good introduction to the region for newcomers.

Norwegian Cruise Line

With a large fleet of mega-ships regularly departing from San Juan, Puerto Rico, NCL has the capacity to suit most travellers’ timelines at a price they can afford. Seven- and 10-night cruises tick off dream destinations including the Saints: St Lucia, St Kitts, St Thomas and St Maarten.

Holland America Line

HAL’S elegant ships offer modern amenities, great entertainment and a focus on enrichment, as well as some of the best food at sea. Eurodam departs from Florida’s Fort Lauderdale for seven-night cruises to dreamy beach destinations including the Bahamas and Turks & Caicos.