Gilded Anchor – Oranjestad & Curacao

About this cruise

You board in Colon on May 30, 2026 for 7 nights visiting Cartagena, Oranjestad and Willemstad, and you come back from this kind of trip wondering why you don't do it more often. You do all the exploring first, then the last few days are at sea. It's like a built-in wind-down. The Caribbean route takes in Colombia, Aruba and Curaçao, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Don't rush through Willemstad, which is known as UNESCO colour against Caribbean blue. Around 11 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Grandeur Of The Seas keeps you well fed. 8 places to eat, with 3 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. This length suits most people. Enough time to settle in and actually unwind, without the trip dragging on. If you can, add a night in Colon before boarding. It's a good city to wander. Timing-wise, spring usually means comfortable temperatures and lower prices than peak season. All told, 3 ports across 7 nights covers a lot.