Caribbean Escape – St. Lucia & Barbados

About this cruise

There's a reason 10-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Fort Lauderdale on March 12, 2027 and visits St. John's, Castries, Bridgetown, Saint Vincent Island and Basseterre. It starts gently with sea days, so by the time you reach the first port you'll have explored the ship and actually feel on holiday. Crossing 5 borders through the Caribbean: Antigua & Barbuda, St. Lucia, Barbados, St. Vincent & Grenadines and St. Kitts & Nevis. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. You get around 10 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, Celebrity Eclipse takes the food seriously, with 10 restaurants to choose from. 5 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. One of the underrated parts of a longer cruise: you actually get to know people. The couple from dinner, the group at trivia, the bartender who remembers your drink. Couples, small groups, or anyone who wants proper time away will find this hits the spot. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Fort Lauderdale has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. A March departure catches that sweet window of warm-enough weather before the summer rush. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 10-night sailing is a strong place to start.