Southern Caribbean Cruise boasts of exotic and less crowded islands for the discerning cruisers.  The most frequented destinations on these cruises are Barbados, Aruba, Dominica, Antigua, St. Lucia and Virgin Islands.  Other destinations do receive a fair share of visits so long as they boast of beautiful beaches and sun-swept islands.

First thing to consider about a cruise is the size of ship you would want to travel in.  When that is done then do consider what cruise line is good for you.  There are three different lifestyle categories: namely contemporary, premium and luxury.  After you identify one for yourself then the next logical step is to book your perfect stateroom.  Here too there are three basic categories: inside, outside and balcony.

When all the above has been figured out its time to research the ports of call before you book.  Cruisers are provided with opportunities to sail, swim, snorkel and sunbathe just about anywhere in the Southern Caribbean cruise.  You can also climb a volcano on St. Lucia, sip rum in Barbados and shop duty free on St. Thomas.  You can also look for unspoiled beaches, romantic settings and spice plantations whilst on the cruise.

Cruise ships sailing to Southern Caribbean embark from Barbados or Puerto Rico because these islands are too far from the U.S. mainland to reach.  As a traveler to these parts, you can expect several memorable experiences.  They include; multiple cultures, colonial architecture and island music in Southern Caribbean cities and towns.

For the best Southern Caribbean cruise weather, you can travel in either winter, spring or summer.  To take advantage of high season it is important to know the main group of cruisers sailing in the peak season.  These are families off from school and northerners looking for rest and relaxation away from the cold.  It is also a good time to travel with children as their programs are in full swing and even available on lines that ordinarily don’t cater for kids.  Children easily make friends onboard.  The trade off is the high cost especially if you add flight delays that are costly and time consuming.  It is advisable to book your airline tickets earlier than your cruise.

People looking for peace and quiet however, will want to avoid break weeks as this means congestion at ports and long waits for tendering as ships are at their highest capacity at this time.  At spring break, thousands flock to resorts and cruise ports. It is good to book early, take advantage of the low season packages instead, or travel to the Deep South where hurricanes do not visit.

During the low season, you can spend hundreds of dollars less per person than you would pay during peak times.  Secondly, great weather and the smaller crowds make it all worth your while.  Hurricane season however, (June to November) poses a threat.  If one is brewing in the Caribbean, it means a change of ports of call because ships alter courses to avoid the storm.  It sometimes means a challenge reaching ports of embarkation if they happen to be in the hurricane belt.

Your holiday aboard a Southern Caribbean cruise ship will be enjoyable and memorable whatever your weather.