Oceania Cruises is offering a selection of 100 Caribbean and Tahiti voyages in 2024 and 2025, exploring less-traveled coastlines and taking travelers to boutique ports and secluded islands aboard the cruise line's small, luxurious ships. Caribbean highlights include Castries on the island of St. Lucia; Puerto Limón in Costa Rica; Gatun Lake in Panama; and the Colombian colonial city of Cartagena. Meanwhile, French Polynesia features the vibrant Papeete, the paradisiacal island of Nuku Hiva, and Bora Bora.
With departures from Miami, Cartagena, New York, Los Angeles, Bridgetown, Panama City, and Papeete, this selection of cruises aboard the Marina, Nautica, Sirena, and Oceania Cruises' newest ship, the Vista, is ideal for travelers who dream of tropical archipelago getaways and want to explore colonial cities and soak up the laid-back island vibe. Cruises range from seven to 16 days. Many of these voyages include day crossings of the Panama Canal, connecting the most sought-after Caribbean destinations with the most famous ports on the Pacific Riviera.
With more than 60 ports of call, Oceania Cruises' planned itineraries invite travelers to experience less-traveled island getaways with the cruise line's smaller ships capable of accessing boutique ports and marinas in destinations such as Barbuda, Dominica and the British Virgin Islands in the Caribbean, and Moorea, Raiatea and Rangiroa in French Polynesia.
Caribbean attractions are offered such as the Pitons of St. Lucia, Antigua's selection of 365 white sand beaches, the blue streets of Old San Juan, and ancient sacred ruins such as Chacchoben and Kohunlich on the Mayan Coast.
“At Oceania Cruises, we offer a wide range of itineraries with intensive Caribbean and Tahiti destinations, allowing our most traveled and curious guests to discover something new about these popular, yet still relatively unspoiled, regions,” commented Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises. “Our carefully curated and diverse array of shore excursions, combined with the relaxing home-away-from-home atmosphere aboard our boutique ships and The Finest Cuisine at Sea, provides the perfect choice for a luxury vacation.”
Featured destinations in the Caribbean
On Colombia's Caribbean coast, travelers will be captivated by the port city of Cartagena. Along the waterfront lies the walled Old Town. A scenic stroll through the residential area of Manga offers views of mansions, and a visit to Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, a fortress that was once the most important military structure built in Latin America, is highly recommended. The Rosario Islands and Isla Barú are just a short boat ride away, offering white-sand beaches and coral reefs.
Lake Gatún, a freshwater lake south of Colón, has long been a favorite among eco-conscious visitors to Panama. Wild animals such as sloths, capuchin and howler monkeys, iguanas, and toucans thrive in the lush areas surrounding the canal.
Castries, the capital of St. Lucia, is known for its palm-fringed Vigie Beach and duty-free shops near the harbor. Further south, to Soufrière at the base of the Piton peaks, lies the market's unique gingerbread architecture. Guests can enjoy a bike ride through the rainforest to a beautiful waterfall, a kayak trip on the deep blue Caribbean Sea, or snorkeling or scuba diving on impressive reefs.
In the capital city of San Juan, rich culture and history intertwine with the surrounding natural beauty to offer a wide array of adventures. The Old World comes alive in the impressive fortresses and charming Old San Juan. Explore the nearby El Yunque rainforest and discover the local culinary culture.
Explore the island of St. Barthélemy and admire its rugged coastline and pristine environment, unique in the Caribbean for its Swedish and French heritage. Enjoy its spectacular beaches and resorts, snorkel or scuba dive in its crystal-clear waters, or contemplate the underwater wonders from a semi-submersible vessel.
Highlights of Tahiti
Papeete, on the island of Tahiti, is the capital of French Polynesia, with much to offer visitors, from the Marche de Papeete, the Robert Wan Pearl Museum and the relaxing Jardins Paofai.
On the island of Nuku Hiva, one of the most remote in French Polynesia, guests can visit the Vaipo waterfalls and the Tevaipo waterfall, one of the tallest in the world at over 300 meters, stroll along the black sand beaches, and contemplate the giant tiki of Piki Vehini.
In Moorea, Tahiti's sister island, with its landscapes ranging from verdant mountains to azure seas and white-sand beaches, passengers can enjoy a canoe trip on the crystal-clear lagoon, snorkeling, scuba diving, or snorkeling on the reefs, or immerse themselves in nature with an excursion to Afareaitu Falls.
Mount Otemanu overlooks the turquoise waters and sugar-white sands of Bora Bora. Choose from a wide variety of activities, such as a lagoon tour surrounded by reefs, jet ski adventures, and more
The ecosystem of Fakarava Island is home to extremely rare birds, plants, and crustaceans. Picturesque villages, ancient coral churches, and welcoming people intertwine with a lagoon, creating an unparalleled paradise.
The Rangiroa Atoll in the South Pacific is a natural aquarium with a lagoon teeming with marine life. Highlights include visits to pearl farms, snorkeling with manta rays, exploring the atoll's unique wine cellar, or relaxing on a pink sand beach.
The highlights of travel in 2024 and 2025
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