Cruise lines serving the region year-round include MSC, Norwegian and Carnival. But if you long for a bit more luxury, look for a resort day pass to escape the crowds. How to Get There: Carlisle Bay is about a 30-minute taxi ride from the cruise port.Įagle Beach, Oranjestad, Aruba (Photo: Steve Photography/Shutterstock)Ĭruises to the Southern Caribbean include Aruba, where public beaches are easily accessible. The luxury pass includes the above along with non-premium beverages by the glass, a massage and a goodie bag for $470 per person. The standard day pass costs $156 per person and includes access to the private beach, all non-motorized water sports, tennis courts, a three-course lunch, and afternoon tea. What's Included: Carlisle Bay Antigua resort in Antigua offers two options for resort day passes. How to Get There: The resort is located 20 minutes from the cruise port, so taking a taxi is best. Sandals is a couples' resort for those 18 and older, so no children's pricing is available. Prices include access to all on-property entertainment, meals and drinks. What's Included: Sandals Grande Antigua day passes come in three varieties: 10 a.m. Luxury and premium lines like Seabourn, Emerald, Viking and Windstar operate itineraries that include Antigua in the winter months. John’s, Antigua on Celebrity, Princess and Holland America. Look for mainstream cruises that call in St. Beaches abound on this coral-reef-encircled island.
