Where do Western Caribbean cruises depart from?

Western Caribbean Cruise Itineraries Sail from Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, or Miami to unforgettable destinations in Belize, Grand Cayman, Jamaica, Mexico, and more from November to August.



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Caribbean cruises from Southampton allow you to experience all that this iconic group of islands has to offer. No fly Caribbean cruises from Southampton tend to sail in the winter months which coincides with the best season to visit.

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Most Caribbean cruises leave from Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, and/or Tampa. However, some sail from Galveston, Mobile, New Orleans, Charleston, Norfolk, New York, and Baltimore.

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7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise | Royal Caribbean Cruises. The 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Tampa, Florida visits Cozumel, Mexico; Roatan, Honduras; Belize City, Belize; Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico; Tampa, Florida.

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Western Caribbean Cruise with Carnival Cruise Line Departure ports are Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, Galveston, New Orleans, Tampa or Mobile in Alabama. The duration of a Western Caribbean cruise is usually between four and seven nights, depending on the route.

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Most cruise lines charge between $400 and $4,000 for a 7-night Caribbean trip in a balcony stateroom. Remember that these cruise costs are only estimates, and that prices can vary greatly based on the cabin style, time of year, number of individuals in the room, as well as cabin placement.

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Both Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries offer great coastlines. The Western Caribbean, though, has more than great beaches: Mexico's Mayan ruins, snorkeling and diving along the coast of Belize, and climbing near natural features like Jamaica's Dunn's River Falls.

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Caribbean Seasons
Rain is more frequent in the wet season, but the temperatures are warmer. Wet season and dry season are both good times to cruise the Caribbean. The worst time for a Caribbean cruise weather-wise is August to September, as it is peak hurricane season.

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Saint Lucia (/'lu???/ LOO-sh?; Saint Lucian Creole French: Sent Lisi, French: Sainte-Lucie) is a constitutional monarchy and an island country of the West Indies in the eastern Caribbean.

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St. Barts is one of the most beautiful and safest islands in the Caribbean. The pleasing backdrop has made it a favorite for luxurious resorts and vacation experiences, leading it to be considered a playground for the rich and famous.

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Eastbound cruises get the most sun on the port side; westbound on the starboard side. Watching a sunset over the ocean or seeing the sun slip behind distant islands can also be a reason for a side preference. To catch sunsets, you'll want to be on the port side on northbound cruises and starboard on southbound cruises.

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Our Top Picks for Best Places To Visit in the Caribbean
  • British Virgin Islands — Best beaches in the Caribbean.
  • Saint Lucia — Best all-inclusive resorts.
  • Rincón, Puerto Rico — Best for nature lovers.
  • Santo Domingo, DR — Best nightlife in the Caribbean.
  • Belize — Best for romantic vacations.


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The cheapest months to cruise to the Caribbean are May, September and October. The peak season for the Caribbean is December to April when it is driest – cheaper months tend to experience more rainfall and the risk of hurricanes causing changes to itineraries.

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Most guests bring $50-$120 cash per day to spend during the cruise. You will have many opportunities to purchase duty free goods, take exciting shore excursions, buy local souvenirs, play your chance in the casino, or enjoy some pampering in the spa.

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The answer to this question varies a lot by person, their travel habits, spending preferences, length of the cruise and destination. Many people suggest $100 per day, and this has generally worked well for me in my cruising experiences.

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