Our Cruise was WRONG! Eastern vs Western Caribbean Cruise Itineraries: Which is Right for You?
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- čas přidán 25. 06. 2024
- Decide which Caribbean Cruise Itinerary is best for you. Both Eastern and Western cruises are explained here. Each have strengths and weaknesses. I have a favorite though! What's yours? #cruise #cruiseship #cruisereview #celebritycruises #hollandamerica #caribbean
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:22 Home Ports
02:18 Western Itinerary
03:13 Eastern Itinerary
04:01 Western Details
06:38 Eastern Details
08:42 Highlighted Ports
11:17 Itinerary Strengths
12:01 Recommendation
We've been to all three (western, eastern, and southern) and enjoyed each one for different reasons. An eastern Caribbean cruise is booked for April. As you stated, we enjoy the food, culture, architecture, and rum tasting the Eastern has to offer. great show today.
Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed this one. It is a tough subject but I do enjoy the eastern itinerary. Now all that might change since we have a 10N southern booked this year so it all might change! Love a good challenge and adventure.
@@seemoreseascruises3791 We've sailed twice to the southern islands and loved every minute. Enjoyed Grenada, St. Lucia, and Martinique because they were smaller and had more character and culture than the larger tourist islands.
Yet another informative video. And as always, you're preferences match ours! Thanks for answering this question about the Caribbean ❤👌🍺
Thanks again for sharing and for watching!
Like you, not a fan of Cozumel, Costa Maya, Belize or Roatan. But did enjoy San Juan, St Thomas, St. Maarten and Puerto Plata in December. 30°C is plenty hot for this Canadian. I'm also more than happy to go to Alaska in May or even April when it's too cold for the average southerner.
Thanks for sharing my friend! I think we both like the culture and island vibe in the east. I'm right there with you for Alaska in the early months - even for this South Florida warm blood. Thanks for your support as always!
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Thanks so much for watching!
I prefer the Eastern, but will go Western depending on ship and price.
I am right there with you! My preference would be Eastern but a good price to Cozumel and Grand Cayman is something that I would never rule out. Thanks for sharing and for watching!
Best time to go to cruise is??? When I will get the cheapest tickets??
That is so difficult to advise these days. I always advise to book as EARLY as possible to get the best selection and the best rates. You can always watch and have your travel advisor (always use a good travel advisor) can reprice when new promotions come out. The cruise lines will not do this for you. The cheapest fares are always months in advance in this current market but last minute "I don't care where my cabin is located" fares are sometimes available but not always. BOOK EARLY!
Eastern Caribbean blows away western Caribbean in terms of available destinations (number of countries and cultural attractions). The west is good if you either want to do water activities, relax on the beach or spend more time on the ship. I personally prefer to stay on the ship while in port on western Caribbean cruises.
I agree with you. I was just in Cozumel and did not even consider getting off the ship. I have enjoyed the western ports but after being there once or twice, it just does not offer a lot unless you like the diving / snorkeling activities. Thanks for sharing and for watching!
With one is better for kids. We only want to be out to the beach and close to the chip.?
That is an interesting question. If you are just interested in kid friendly beach days, there are a few ports on each that can work. The Western itineraries normally include Cozumel which has a few beaches that are a cab ride away and have different levels of price. Grand Cayman has a couple of decent beaches as well. The rest of the Western ports are normally focused on diving and snorkeling or more Mayan cultural activities. Key West has crappy beaches. Most Eastern Caribbean ports will have many more beaches for kids on all of the private islands in the Bahamas as well as Turks and Cacaos has a great port area with free beach and a Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville pool area. The Virgin Islands also have beautiful beaches that are either availalble as a ship excursion or by taking a cab to one for the day. Just do a bit of research to make sure your beach decision has bathroom and food options. I'd also think about brining along your own bag with snorkeling gear to save money and make sure you have a good fit for the kids. I would go with an Eastern Caribbean itinerary for beach days with kids. I hope that helps.
Thanks for your answer. So the cruise I'm looking for is the wonder of the seas and the eastern itinerary. It's this that is good for kids Philipsburg, St. Maarten
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