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Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
When Columbus made his landfall in the Caymans in
1503, he found tortoises and sea turtles in such
profusion that he promptly named the islands Las
Tortugas. But the name that stuck for the islands
was the Carib word “Caimanas.” Fitting, since
the caiman is a New World crocodilian and the
islands were long the lair of pirates, buccaneers,
and assorted freebooters.
Despite their past, the Caymans are a Caribbean
demi-paradise of white-sand beaches, coral gardens,
and offshore waters harboring spectacular
shipwrecks. Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little
Cayman also boast the highest standard of living in
the entire Caribbean. This union of natural beauty
and cosmopolitan style makes Grand Cayman a
spectacular port of call for today’s adventurers.
Note: Grand Cayman is an anchorage port. Passengers
transfer to shore via ship’s tender. In certain
sea conditions, an alternate pier is used to
transfer passengers ashore. This may cause tour
durations to vary.
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Island of Roatan, Hunduras
Roatan,the largest of the Bay Islands of Honduras, is noted
for its pristine coral reefs, beautiful beaches,
lush tropical foliage, and friendly people.
Christopher Columbus discovered the islands in 1502
while on his fourth voyage and over the years it has
been controlled by both the British and Spanish, as
well as pirates and traders. The first permanent
population of Roatan originated from the Cayman
Islands, arriving in the 1830s shortly after the end
of slavery in British colonies. Today, the
population is about 30,000. The main town and
capital of the municipality is Coxen Hole.
Roatan is
a long, narrow island measuring 37 miles in length,
located about 30 miles from the northern Honduran
mainland. The island has a mountainous backbone that
provides for some excellent hiking opportunities,
panoramas and lush scenery. Surrounded by warm
Caribbean waters, this hilly island (frequented by
diving enthusiasts) is picturesque, unspoiled and
can take claim to being one of the region's fastest
developing destinations.
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Island of Cozumel, Mexico
Mayan
myth claims that Cozumel was home to the gods. Truly
Cozumel is a place fit for the gods, with its
dazzling white-sand beaches, ruined Mayan temples,
exotic jungle wildlife, and crystalline waters
teeming with tropical fish. Just offshore lay
Palancar Reef, considered one of the most
spectacular coral formations in all the Caribbean.
Of course, the gods weren't the only individuals
attracted to this terrestrial paradise: during its
long and colorful history, Cozumel has been home to
pirates, buccaneers, and freebooters, including Sir
Henry Morgan and Jean Lafitte. Today's traveler will
discover the same ravishing beauty and relaxation
that entertained gods and pirates alike.
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Princess
Cays, Bahamas
Join us at our exclusive port of call, Princess
Cays, where you'll enjoy a private beach party on
the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. One
hundred miles long and only two miles wide,
Eleuthera offers unspoiled beaches. Our private
resort at Princess Cays is situated on more than
40 acres and features over a half-mile of
white-sand shoreline, all at the southern tip of
the island. The resort boasts outstanding
amenities while carefully preserving this natural
paradise.
Take in the views from the
observation tower. Enjoy a barbecue. Sip a cool
drink or browse the shops and the local craft
market. All of Princess Cays' facilities are
linked by walkways. Recreational activities
abound. Enjoy volleyball and a full range of water
sports, or simply relax on the beach. Note:
Snorkel equipment, sea boards, floats, kayaks,
paddle wheelers, the banana boat rides, aqua
chairs, beach clamshells, bungalows, etc. can be
pre-reserved. Please be advised that all
activities at Princess Cays, including equipment
rentals and water sports, are sold on a NO-REFUND
basis after closing time for cancellation. Please
see the posted time on the booking forms onboard.
For a nominal charge, lockers are available to
store personal items ashore
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