Meridian Sailing – Aruba & Colombia

About this cruise

There's a reason 7-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Colon on May 16, 2026 and visits Cartagena, Oranjestad and Willemstad. The final stretch is open ocean, which gives you time to process everything you've seen and use the ship one last time. Crossing 3 borders through the Caribbean: Colombia, Aruba and Curaçao. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. You get around 11 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, Grandeur Of The Seas takes the food seriously, with 8 restaurants to choose from. 3 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. Couples, small groups, or anyone who wants proper time away will find this hits the spot. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Colon has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. A May departure catches that sweet window of warm-enough weather before the summer rush. Hard to ask for much more than that, honestly.