Caribbean Escape – St. Thomas & St. Lucia

About this cruise

This one leaves Fort Lauderdale on January 29, 2028 and spends 9 nights visiting St. Thomas, St. John's, Castries and Philipsburg at a pace where every day has something going on but there's always time to just sit and watch the water too. 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: U.S. Virgin Islands, Antigua & Barbuda, St. Lucia and Sint Maarten. 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, Celebrity Eclipse takes the food seriously, with 10 restaurants to choose from. 5 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. The sweet spot for most travellers: you get to know the ship, see the ports, and come home before the laundry piles up. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Fort Lauderdale has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. If you've been thinking about a cruise, this 9-night sailing is a strong place to start.