Best Caribbean Cruise Ports
The ports that show up again and again on Caribbean itineraries — and what makes each one worth the stop.
Cozumel, Mexico
World-class reef diving and snorkeling, plus easy access to Mayan ruins at Tulum.
Grand Cayman
Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City make this a top beach-and-wildlife stop.
St. Thomas, USVI
Duty-free shopping and Magens Bay, consistently ranked among the Caribbean’s best beaches.
St. Maarten
Split Dutch/French island with Maho Beach’s famous plane-watching and dual culinary cultures.
Aruba
Reliable dry, sunny weather outside the hurricane belt, plus Eagle Beach.
Roatan, Honduras
Barrier reef access and a more laid-back, less commercial port experience.