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If you are looking for sun and fun in the Caribbean, look no further. I have compiled all of my recaps from our 10 day Southern Caribbean Cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas in one place. It was the most luxurious vacation.
Use these posts to learn more about the ship and its amenities, our itinerary, the excursions we booked, the islands themselves, and our personal experiences.
The 10 Day Ultimate Southern Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean Serenade of the Seas
Explore Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas and see what sea days were like for us onboard! We loved calling this boat home for ten days, and the room, food, staff, activities, and fellow guests that came along with it!
Ferrying to Peter Island from Tortola
Our first port was at Tortola in the British Virgin Islands. We took a ferry from there over to Peter Island, one of the most exclusive resorts in the world, and spent the day getting pampered at the spa and lounging on the beach.
Horseback Riding in St. Kitts
At our second port of the cruise, we rode horses up in the mountains of St. Kitts and learned the important history of sugar cane in the Caribbean.
River Tubing in Dominica
Our third port stop took us to Dominica, where we went river tubing in the jungle!
Snorkeling in Antigua
On a whirlwind of a port stop in Antigua, we kayaked, hiked, snorkeled, and ate fresh baked banana bread at a local’s house.
Dining in St. Martin
The French and Dutch share St. Martin/St. Maarten, along with a love of good food. For our last port stop, we spent the day We ate our way around St. Martin.
Questions of the Day: Have you been to the Southern Caribbean before? What are your thoughts on cruising? Would you want to take this cruise?
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It looks like you had a blast – thanks or sharing!
We took a couple of southern caribbean cruises when we lived in Florida. This was years ago but it was so much fun. We were only about an hour away from the port so cruises were always our go-to vacation. I’m glad you had a great time! The river tubing in the jungle sounds like it was amazing.
These are great photos! Looks like an awesome trip! Thanks for sharing.
Looks like sooo much fun ???
We abosolutely loved the Caribbean cruise we went on! It was amazing!
Confession: I have yet to go on a cruise! I feel like the last person left that hasn’t gone on one. LOL. I feel like this post was right on time, because the hubby and I have been trying to plan one for this year, and I have heard that Royal Caribbean is a very nice line. Looks like you guys had a blast! Snorkeling and water tubing? Right up my alley! Thanks for the review!
This looks like so much fun! I think I’d prefer sailing, but I love the idea of punctuating the cruise with all these fun side trips!
This is my absolute dream!
Looks like it was a gorgeous experience! Ahhh blue water gets me any time!
Oh my goodness, this looks like perfection! It’s crazy cold here and I’m dreaming of beaches.
Such gorgeous photos! I have always dreamed of a 10 day cruise! ( I’ve only ever done 7 days and it just never feels enough!) This looks like such an incredible experience!
My husband’s family took a Caribbean cruise several years ago and we had a blast! We visited St. Thomas, St. Martin, and The Bahamas. A few years before that, we did a Hawaiian island-hopping cruise. I know cruises can have a bad reputation, but I think they’re the best way to visit several different islands/locations without the hassle of planning a complicated itinerary.
My husband and I dream of going on a cruise one day. Yours looked wonderful, especially Peter Island!
Was it always really warm during the 10 days?
Yes! Every day was in the 70’s or 80’s.
What stunning photos, it looks and sounds like you had a great time!
Beautiful photos. I like the idea of cruises, but honestly, the ocean really freaks me out and I feel like I’d be sea sick or something. haha
I’ve never been on a cruise but man, I can get behind this!
I’ve always questioned if I would like to go on a cruise or not (claustrophobia probs) but posts like this always make me think I should just go for it! Seems like the best way to see many places quickly with minimal travel effort!!
This looks like such a fun cruise, I think I might have to look further into this one! Thanks for sharing!