A Journey of Coral Kingdoms & Pirate Lairs

Itinerary

1. Day 1 , Miami, United States 2024-11-22 Departure 17:00
   Welcome to Miami and the sweep of South Beach - backdrop to every iconic Miami movie, and forefront of Latin American culture. Stroll through pastel-hued geometric buildings in the art deco district, to graffiti mural masterpieces at Wynwood Walls. Watch Latino life unfold in Little Havana - the heartbeat of this great city - where walk-up windows sell café cortadito, sweet sugarcane juice, hatuey beer and guava ice-cream. Watch passionate locals discuss politics, play dominoes and smoke cigars. Shimmy at a salsa class, shop designer boutiques and race marlin and sharks by speedboat. Then slow your pace to uncover rare and endangered species at the Everglades National Park outdoor oasis. You’ll find the Miami dream is real – and it’s not just Cuban heels that will give you a spring in your step.
2. Day 2 , Time at Sea 2024-11-23
   With more time to reflect, rejuvenate, and embrace the Ocean State of Mind, days at sea with Explora Journeys invite moments of unhurried exploration. Against a backdrop of endless blue, indulge in a varied programme of wellness, dining and entertainment, enriching the mind and indulging the senses, designed to satisfy even the most curious of minds. These moments at sea offer a rare chance to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with yourself and your loved ones. With so many onboard experiences, each day at sea is unique and memorable.
3. Day 3 , Time at Sea 2024-11-24
   With more time to reflect, rejuvenate, and embrace the Ocean State of Mind, days at sea with Explora Journeys invite moments of unhurried exploration. Against a backdrop of endless blue, indulge in a varied programme of wellness, dining and entertainment, enriching the mind and indulging the senses, designed to satisfy even the most curious of minds. These moments at sea offer a rare chance to disconnect from the outside world and reconnect with yourself and your loved ones. With so many onboard experiences, each day at sea is unique and memorable.
4. Day 4 , Road Bay, Anguilla 2024-11-25 Arrival 10:00 Departure 19:00
   Restore in blissfully quiet yet sophisticated laid-back island life. Roam amongst wildlife, learn fascinating insights into Anguilla's quirky history and gently wander to the limestone cavern of Katouche cave. Embark on a guided quad bike tour for a glimpse of island life and sail over electric blue seas to reach remote paradise at private Little Bay, where jagged cliffs flank pristine sands. Casually kayak or paddle board through warm breezes and calm waters to secluded coves and indulge in refreshing cocktails with butter-soaked grilled lobster at enticing beach bars, with toes submerged in the softest, whitest and finest sand.
5. Day 5 , Roseau, Dominica 2024-11-26 Arrival 09:00 Departure 18:00
   Soak up the ultimate wellbeing experience at a real life “Nature Island.” Oxygenate in lush rainforests, revive under waterfalls, convene in thermal sprint waters, and detox in volcanic mud baths. Trek Morne Trois Pitons National Park, a UNESCO jewel with the Mother Nature’s rarest flora and fauna. Stir-up true Caribbean soul food; taste callaloo soup; sip spiced rum; and learn how herbs can heal. To cap it all, you can even snorkel in the bubbles of uber-healthy Champagne Reef.
6. Day 6 , Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe 2024-11-27 Arrival 09:00 Departure 18:00
   Every step into Basse-Terre leads to a thousand earthly pleasures: lush jungles, breathtaking waterfalls, and sandy beaches in shades of ochre brown, back and pink. The capital of butterfly-shaped Guadeloupe, Basse-Terre is a basecamp into the highest, wildest and oh-so French of the two wings of the island. Hike the peak of Soufrière volcano following trails that twist, turn, and lead to views of deep-blue bays. Rappel a waterfall, forge a canyon under a lush canopy to crystal clear pools, and discover your smile in primal nature. Find savour fair strolling Parisian-infused streets lined with Baroque buildings and boulangeries serving French-Creole dreams, baguettes, and the national libation of sugar-cane rum.
7. Day 7 , Marigot, St Martin 2024-11-28 Arrival 08:00 Departure 18:00
   Shimmy into an island where you can visit two countries in a single morning. Call into a little French capital sprinkled with coral-coloured houses, lively markets, boulangeries and bistros. Wind down where turquoise waters roll gently over soft sandy shores and drop into chic Orient Bay for a dash of pizazz kissed by gentle trade winds. Shop chocolate and cheeses in Dutch emporiums. Hike the French slopes, Fort Amsterdam, horseback ride, dive deep underwater or pilot a gyrocopter to observe worthy eco-sites that shelter diverse flora and fauna. St Martin is a magnifique.
8. Day 8 , San Juan, Puerto Rico 2024-11-29 Arrival 07:00
   Explore the oldest US city for a dose of Caribbean history, slice of Spanish culture and twist of American dream. Roam historic Old San Juan alleyways to glimpse centuries-old forts and colourful colonial buildings. Learn how to move, as locals sashay out the salsa to rhythmic reggae beats. Shop the boho streets or glamorous boutiques for artisan goods, decadent designers and hand-rolled cigars. Experience world-class surfing, explore a tropical rainforest, attend a private rum cocktail tasting and polish off empanadas. Then retire to one of the beautiful beaches to soak up crystal clear waters and, perhaps, one last rum cocktail.