Cruises can take you to a
wonderful variety of destinations, and you can choose a different itinerary
every time you sail. But some repeat cruisers find themselves going back to
certain ports again and again. Here are some of our favorite repeat port calls.
Bermuda is an island nation
with lovely white and pink sand beaches. There are caves full of rock
formations, historic fortresses, and velvety green golf courses. Indulge in the
British tradition of high tea or take a boat ride to view pastel-colored homes
from the water.
Cozumel is a Mexican island
known for shopping, but there’s much more to do. You can go snorkeling, take a
diving lesson, or relax at a beach club. You can also visit the remnants of
Mayan villages, go sport fishing, or drive a dune buggy around the
island.
Dubrovnik, Croatia, has a
beautiful Old Town that played the role of King’s Landing in the popular “Game
of Thrones” TV series. It’s fun to get an overview from atop the city walls,
then explore the winding streets and historic buildings. Take the cable car up
Srd Hill or sail to Lokrum island to see the botanical garden.
Santorini, in the Greek
Isles, is breathtakingly beautiful; the steep-sided, blue-water harbor was formed
by a long-ago volcanic eruption. There are beaches formed from lava pebbles
overlooked by whitewashed buildings, ancient ruins, charming shops, and plenty
of scenic hikes.
Venice, Italy, is full of
magnificent art and architecture. The city is spread over more than 100 small
islands linked by canals and bridges. It’s possible to explore Venice for days,
but must-sees include St. Mark’s Square, the Rialto Bridge, and the Grand Canal
(especially from a gondola).
St. Lucia is a Caribbean Island with a dramatic, mountainous landscape. You can climb Gros Piton to
admire the views, take a refreshing mud bath at Sulphur Springs, stroll through
a waterfall garden, snorkel off a beach, or zipline through the forest.
Finally, the favorite return
ports for many cruise fans are the private islands owned by the cruise lines.
These islands, mostly in the Caribbean, are lovely and have everything you need
for a wonderful, relaxing, or adventurous day. You’ll enjoy sun or shade, plenty
of activities on land and in the water, refreshing beverages, and a delicious
lunch.
If you’re interested in a
repeat visit to any of these or other popular cruise ports, talk with Anita,
your professional travel advisor.
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