Caribbean Escape – Curacao & Aruba

About this cruise

You sail from Fort Lauderdale on August 7, 2027 and spend 8 nights visiting Willemstad, Oranjestad, Cabo Rojo-Pedernales and CocoCay. It's a well-tested route and there's a reason people keep booking it. The first couple of days are at sea, which gives you time to settle in and get to know the ship before the ports begin. Crossing 4 borders through the Caribbean: Curaçao, Aruba, Dominican Republic and Bahamas. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. Most ports give you about 9 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Allure Of The Seas takes the food seriously, with 21 restaurants to choose from. 7 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Fort Lauderdale has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. It's peak season, so the weather is at its best and the ship will be full. That's part of the fun. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 8-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.