I’m going on a Western Caribbean cruise with my girlfriend in May and we are leaving from Fort Lauderdale and stopping at the ports ( Princess Cays, Bahamas ; Ocho Rios, Jamaica ; Grand Cayman, Islands ; and Cozumel, Mexico ) We are traveling on the princess cruise line.

Does anyone have any recommendations for shore excursions or must see sites? Or if their something I should make sure I see while traveling on the boat? This is my first cruise.

My husband and I are going on a Western Caribbean cruise around New Year’s Eve for our anniversary. What should we pack for the weather there? We will be stopping at the Bahamas, Jamaica, and the Grand Caymans. We have our formal wear for Captain’s Night, but beyond that, I am at a loss.

We have been on a Royal Caribbean Canada/New England cruise, Royal Caribbean Eastern Caribbean cruise, and a Holland America Canada/New England cruise. This summer we are going on the July 6 Freedom of the Seas Western Caribbean cruise. How is that?

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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