Trade Wind Crossing – St. Lucia, Porto & A Coruña

About this cruise

If you've got 20 nights to work with, this sailing from La Romana on April 16, 2027 through Castries, Bridgetown and Saint Vincent Island, with additional stops along the Caribbean is genuinely one of the better ways to spend them. You wind up in Bremerhaven, so it's worth planning a night or two there. 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 St. Lucia, Barbados, St. Vincent & Grenadines, Portugal, Spain and Germany, 6 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Saint Vincent Island stands out. It's Volcanic drama in the Grenadine chain. Around 11 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Mein Schiff 2 keeps you well fed. 11 places to eat, with 8 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. The longer time on board means you'll catch several shows, themed nights, and start feeling like a regular at your favourite bar. This one's for people who really want to switch off. No half measures. Block out the calendar. If you can, add a night in La Romana before boarding. It's a good city to wander. Timing-wise, spring usually means comfortable temperatures and lower prices than peak season. All in all, it's a solid trip.