Routes and what they're like
| Route | Typical ports | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern | St. Thomas, St. Maarten, San Juan | Beaches, shopping, fewer sea days |
| Western | Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Roatán | Reefs, ruins, diving and cave tubing |
| Southern | Aruba, Curaçao, Barbados | Drier, longer sailings, fewer crowds |
When to go
SeasonHurricane season officially runs 1 June – 30 November, most active mid-August to mid-October.
Season data is verified against national meteorological and park sources. Monthly climate detail is being added — see the sources block on each page for what has been checked and when.
Common home ports
MiamiFort LauderdalePort CanaveralTampaGalvestonNew OrleansSan Juan
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☎ +1 (888) 555-0142Sources
- NOAA National Hurricane CenterHurricane season dates and climatology
- Monthly climate normals — verification pending
- Port dock vs tender status — verification pending
Facts are compiled independently from primary sources. Conditions vary year to year — confirm details that matter with the agency booking your trip.