Cobalt Shallows – Aruba & Curaçao

About this cruise

You board in New York on October 31, 2027 for 9 nights visiting Oranjestad, Willemstad and Fort Lauderdale, and you come back from this kind of trip wondering why you don't do it more often. You get off in Fort Lauderdale, which is a good excuse to tack on a few days on land. You ease into this one, with a few sea days up front to find your rhythm before the 3 port calls start. Clear water and warm sand at every stop. It's the Caribbean, so you probably already know what to expect. Don't rush through Fort Lauderdale, which is known as Florida's sunny cruise capital. Around 9 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Oasis Of The Seas keeps you well fed. 17 places to eat, with 8 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in New York before boarding. It's a good city to wander. The autumn timing is underrated too. Good weather, calmer seas, and a more relaxed ship. All told, 3 ports across 9 nights covers a lot.