My husband and I are going on a 14 day cruise to the southern caribbean which includes the islands of st.lucia.antigua,st kitts,tortola,montego bay jam,grand cayman, aruba,bonaire,caracus venez, and grenada. Has anyone been to these islands? What is the best thing to do? beach,hiking or shopping? Any worries about safety? Any advice would be great. Please let me know the good or the bad exp. you had on any of these destinations.

I am going on a Western Caribbean cruise in January. I want to know opinions on best shore excursions, where should I just plan on hanging on the beach, and where the best animal and marine life are. Also, can I expect to see any marine life (dolphins, etc.) as I cruise that area?

In January, the average high temps at my destinations are in the high 70’s to low 80’s. The ports of call are:

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