This western Caribbean island hopping cruise gives you a taste of a passage through the Panama Canal and the opportunity to experience one of the great American engineering feats of the 20th century. Unlike full Panama Canal cruises these ones have a healthy dose of Caribbean sunshine and beaches - roundtrip from Florida.
The Panama Canal provides a vital shipping route between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. There are three sets of huge locks and they incorporate two independent lanes for two-way traffic. The set that carries the ship between the Atlantic and the Gatun Lake comprises of three stepped tiers. The journey from the Gatun Lake to the Pacific Ocean is split into two separate sets of locks. The Miraflores locks has two stepped tiers and the final set which reaches the Pacific Ocean is a single stepped tier known as the Pedro Miguel lock. On these itineraries you will travel as far as the Gatun Lake before returning to the Caribbean. Dense rainforests, incredible wildlife and amazing history are all on offer on what is a trip of a lifetime. In Colombia visit the centre of Cartagena which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, take an excursion through the Jungle in Panama and paddle down the Reventazon River in Costa Rica from Limon. With bonus stop offs in the Caribbean visiting Jamaica & the Cayman Islands, this itinerary has it all.
This western Caribbean island hopping cruise gives you a taste of a passage through the Panama Canal and the opportunity to experience one of the great American engineering feats of the 20th century. Unlike full Panama Canal cruises these ones have a healthy dose of Caribbean sunshine and beaches - roundtrip from Florida.
The Panama Canal provides a vital shipping route between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. There are three sets of huge locks and they incorporate two independent lanes for two-way traffic. The set that carries the ship between the Atlantic and the Gatun Lake comprises of three stepped tiers. The journey from the Gatun Lake to the Pacific Ocean is split into two separate sets of locks. The Miraflores locks has two stepped tiers and the final set which reaches the Pacific Ocean is a single stepped tier known as the Pedro Miguel lock. On these itineraries you will travel as far as the Gatun Lake before returning to the Caribbean. Dense rainforests, incredible wildlife and amazing history are all on offer on what is a trip of a lifetime. In Colombia visit the centre of Cartagena which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, take an excursion through the Jungle in Panama and paddle down the Reventazon River in Costa Rica from Limon. With bonus stop offs in the Caribbean visiting Jamaica & the Cayman Islands, this itinerary has it all.
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Formerly known as the Yankee Clipper, B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale has been a favourite hot spot for American icons throughout history including Marilyn Monroe, and Joe DiMaggio, to name a few. Find beachside bliss at our resort located directly on the famous Fort Lauderdale Beach and just minutes from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Port Everglades, and downtown Las Olas Boulevard. Just B yourself at our B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale.
B Ocean Resort is an escape to paradise with exclusive access to our private stretch of the famous Fort Lauderdale Beach. Relax on our guest-only beach loungers while savoring food and drinks from the Salty Siren, our beachside restaurant. Dip your toes in or float around in one of two on-site pools. Our beachfront infinity-edge pool offers guests stunning views of our private beach and delectable dining from Salty Siren, while the Clipper pool in the main building is secluded if you’re engaging in more of a serene and relaxed experience.
Princess Cruises
The 113,000 tonne Ruby Princess was launched in 2008 and offers a rejuvenating retreat at sea over 19 decks in elegant surroundings. The central Piazza area is the social hub of the ship where street style entertainers provide amusement while you are enjoying the delights of the International café or the Vines wine & seafood bar. This ship particularly stands out from other cruise lines as there are four completely separate freshwater swimming pool areas: The Terrace pool is situated at the back of the ship for panoramic sunbathing, Neptune’s Reef & Pool has Movies Under the Stars, while the Lotus Spa pool is for adult’s only and adjacent to the Sanctuary where a small daily charge is payable for pampered & guaranteed sunbathing space.
Stateroom Accommodation
All Ruby Princess staterooms have private en-suite facilities, air conditioning, colour cable TVs with Free in room movies, vanity area, hair dryer, telephone, safe, refrigerator with mini bar and free room service. Free guest self-service launderettes are also available.
Dining Options
There are three main dining rooms on board - two of which feature the flexible anytime dining option. There are two self-service buffet restaurants: Horizon Court and Cafe Caribe which are open almost 24 hours per day; in addition there are also a number of other dining venues such as the two speciality restaurants: Sabatini’s (Italian) and The Crown Grill, International cafe, Vines Wine & Seafood Bar, a poolside pizzeria and a hamburger grill.
Daytime and Evening Entertainment
There are four Separate freshwater swimming pool areas, four whirlpools and a separate kids splash pool. nine-hole mini golf course, library, wrap around promenade deck, Lotus Spa & Fitness centre, internet cafe and a range of kid’s clubs. In the evening choose from a wide variety of bars, lounges, the Princess Theatre, the Grand Casino and Sky Walkers Nightclub.
Fly from the UK to Miami, USA
Fly to Miami for an overnight hotel stay on Fort Lauderdale beach
Fort Lauderdale, USA
Make your own way to nearby Port Everglades to embark the ship.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Falmouth, Jamaica
Falmouth has recently been developed as an alternative cruise port on the north coast halfway between Ocho Rios and Montego Bay. There are some great attractions on Jamaica – the biggest one being Dunn’s River Falls made famous by the James Bond film Dr No. Gentle bamboo rafting on the Martha Brae river (made famous by Errol Flynn) is exceedingly tranquil and worth doing. Another great trip is horse riding through the sugar cane plantations, on to the beach then swimming on your horse in the sea - absolutely marvellous. Perhaps visit the Blue Mountains and the coffee plantations for a unique souvenir or gift.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena is a modern port city on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. At its core is the walled Old Town, with 16th-century plazas, cobblestone streets and colourful colonial buildings. With a tropical climate, the city is a popular beach destination. Reachable by boat are the nearby shores of Isla de Barú and Islas del Rosario, known for their coral reefs and scuba diving.
Panama Canal, Panama
One of the seven wonders of the world linking the Caribbean to the Pacific Ocean by a series of locks taking huge ships across the Central America via the Gatun Lake. A must do journey on anyone's bucket list the ship squeezes through narrow canals seemingly floating across dry land. A Journey through the Panama Canal is achieved by the ship rising up and down through huge locks. On this Itinerary the ship will travel through the first set of locks (comprising of three stepped tiers) from the Caribbean to the Gatun lake and back. Your Panama Canal taster experience ends with a port of call on Cristobal for Colón which is known as Panama's second city and it is the capital of Panama's Colón Province.
Limon, Costa Rica
Stretching along the Caribbean Coast, Limon is considered to be one of the most pristine and lush regions of Costa Rica. Roughly 125 miles of shoreline lies between Nicaragua and Panama which boasts picturesque white-sand beaches lined with coconut trees for an ultimate tropical paradise.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
This island remains part of the British Commonwealth and it is famed its Scuba diving and white sandy beaches - in particular Seven-Mile Beach close to Georgetown the capital. It is also one of the few nesting grounds of the logger-head turtle. One of the best things to do is snorkelling with the sting rays – you will not be disappointed. Try visiting Hell - a village in the far corner of the island where you will find a turtle farm. Ships generally anchor off shore here and the island is reached by tender.
At sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Fly from Miami, USA to the UK
Disembark the ship after breakfast in Port Everglades and make your own way to Miami airport (approx' 25 Miles) for your overnight flight home.
Prices are subject to availability and change. Offer and prices can be withdrawn at any time without any notice. Prices are per person based on two sharing a room. Carry-on and checked baggage restrictions vary by airline and may incur an additional charge
Royal Caribbean
Nov 2023
Cunard Line
Jul 2023 - Dec 2024
Cunard Line
Jul 2023 - Nov 2024
Royal Caribbean
Jun 2023 - Oct 2024