Sun-Kissed Retreat – St. Thomas & Puerto Plata

About this cruise

There's a reason 7-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Miami on May 23, 2027 and visits St. Thomas, Puerto Plata (Amber Cove) and Celebration Key. It starts gently with sea days, so by the time you reach the first port you'll have explored the ship and actually feel on holiday. Crossing 3 borders through the Caribbean: U.S. Virgin Islands, Dominican Republic and Bahamas. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. You get around 8 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, Carnival Celebration takes the food seriously, with 18 restaurants to choose from. 11 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. Miami 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. You'll probably start planning the next one before this one's even over.