Cobalt Shallows to City Skyline – Aruba, Curaçao & New York

About this cruise

If you want the classic cruise without a massive time commitment, this is a strong option. 9 nights from Fort Lauderdale on April 28, 2027, visiting Oranjestad, Willemstad and New York. You get off in New York, which is a good excuse to tack on a few days on land. 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. Snorkelling, palm trees, rum. Each stop does it a bit differently. Most ports give you about 12 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Oasis Of The Seas takes the food seriously, with 17 restaurants to choose from. 8 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. A spring departure helps too: decent weather and a calmer feel at each port. 9 nights of not thinking about anything except where to eat next. That's the pitch.