Caribbean Cruise Deals — Fly-Cruise Packages from Cruise1st

Caribbean Cruise Deals: Everything You Need to Know

Caribbean fly-cruise packages sit at the heart of what Cruise1st does. Every sailing here includes flights to and from your embarkation port, and our team can build the hotels, transfers and tours around that cruise so you arrive with nothing left to arrange. Sailings range from 10 to 24 nights, with a typical voyage running around 12 nights — long enough to reach the outer islands without rushing. Most itineraries are round trips, though 4 of the sailings here are one-way, so check your chosen sailing before you book if the return leg matters to you.

Where Do These Caribbean Cruises Go?

The Caribbean is where the vast majority of these sailings are concentrated, and the mix covers all the major sub-regions. Here is how the destinations break down.

The Wider Caribbean

The broadest group of sailings here explores the Caribbean in its widest sense — island-hopping routes that take in the full spread of the region. These are the classic Caribbean cruises: long days at sea broken up by calls at a varied string of ports, with warm evenings back on board. If you want flexibility and variety, these sailings deliver it.

Southern Caribbean

A handful of sailings head deeper south into the Southern Caribbean, reaching the islands that sit furthest from Florida and tend to attract travellers who want something a little less visited. These itineraries often use Barbados as a turnaround port, which suits travellers who want a beach stay either side of the cruise.

Western Caribbean

The Western Caribbean routes are a strong choice for anyone who wants a mix of sea days and port exploration. These sailings make excellent use of their Florida embarkation ports, looping out into the Gulf and the western islands before returning.

Beyond the Caribbean: South America and Central America

A small number of sailings extend the scope significantly. South America itineraries reach Rio de Janeiro and San Antonio, Chile, making them true expedition-length voyages. There is also a Central America option for those who want something different from the classic Caribbean arc. One sailing ventures to the East Coast USA, rounding out the range on offer.

Which Ports Do These Caribbean Cruises Sail From?

All of these sailings embark in the United States, Barbados, Puerto Rico or Brazil — so every booking here involves a flight, and Cruise1st can sort that for you as part of the package, along with your hotel and transfers. The main departure ports are:

• Miami, Florida — the busiest embarkation port on these pages, with more sailings than any other. Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) is about half an hour away, so it is worth checking both for dates and prices if your travel window is flexible.
• Port Canaveral, Florida — a popular Florida option, particularly for family-orientated sailings on the larger ships.
• Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida — a strong alternative to Miami, with a range of lines and itineraries.
• Barbados (Bridgetown) — a handful of sailings embark here, making Barbados a genuine destination in itself as well as a cruise gateway.
• San Juan, Puerto Rico — a compact and characterful embarkation port for sailings heading through the eastern Caribbean.
• New Orleans, Louisiana — one sailing departs from here, offering a striking American city experience before you head to sea.
• Rio de Janeiro, Brazil — the starting point for the South America itinerary, combining one of the world’s great cities with a long ocean voyage.

Which Cruise Lines Sail the Caribbean?

Several of the UK’s most popular cruise lines have Caribbean sailings. Royal Caribbean leads the selection with the widest range of departure dates and ship options, followed by Princess Cruises, Azamara, Norwegian Cruise Line and Celebrity Cruises. Each line takes a noticeably different approach to the Caribbean, from large resort-style ships with waterparks and ice rinks to intimate boutique vessels that dock in harbours the bigger ships cannot reach. The right one depends on how you like to spend your sea days as much as where you want to go.

If you want everything sorted in a single booking — the cruise, the flights, the hotel and the transfers — look at Cruise1st Packages, which bundle all of that together so you have one price and one point of contact.

The Ships Sailing the Caribbean

The ships on these Caribbean sailings are a varied group, from record-breaking mega-ships to small boutique vessels. Here is what each one offers.

Icon of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

Icon of the Seas holds 6 record-breaking water slides and an entire neighbourhood dedicated to families — a stay-all-day area with pools and activities that keeps all ages occupied without the ship feeling crowded. The Western Caribbean itineraries it sails are among the most popular routes. For cabin choices, the Icon of the Seas cabin and deck plans run from compact family interiors to the extraordinary Ultimate Family Townhouse — a three-storey suite with its own private slide, sleeping up to 8 guests across 164.6 m².

Icon of the Seas — Cabin Grades at a Glance

• Family Inside cabin with Surfside view (T5) — 17 m², sleeps 4. A well-sized interior with a view into the Surfside neighbourhood rather than a porthole or balcony.
• Panorama Ocean-view cabin (L5) — 24 m², sleeps 3. Floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows with a 180-degree sea view — a big step up from a standard window.
• Family Infinite Balcony cabin (IB) — 31.1 m², sleeps 6. Around 8 m² larger than a standard infinity balcony, with a separate bunk-bed nook for families.
• Ultimate Family Townhouse (UL) — 164.6 m², sleeps 8. Three storeys, a private slide, and more than twice the space of the ship’s Owner’s Suite.

Star of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

Another Royal Caribbean ship sailing these pages, Star of the Seas offers a similar family-focused experience to Icon. Check the Star of the Seas cabin and deck plans if you want to compare grades before booking.

Adventure of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

Adventure of the Seas rounds out the Royal Caribbean trio on these pages. See the Adventure of the Seas cabin and deck plans for the full grade list.

Star Princess — Princess Cruises (New for 2025)

Star Princess joined the Princess fleet in 2025, making it one of the newest ships available on these pages. It is able to run on LNG as well as conventional fuel — a notable capability for a ship of this size. With more than 1,500 balcony cabins, it offers a higher proportion of balcony accommodation than any other ship in the Princess fleet, and its 29-plus dining, bar and lounge venues mean you are unlikely to eat in the same place twice on a 12-night voyage. See the Star Princess cabin and deck plans for the full breakdown.

Star Princess — Cabin Grades at a Glance

• Inside cabin (IA) — 13.5 m², sleeps 4. Mid-to-upper deck positions keep the walk to pools and bars short.
• Sea-view cabin (O2) — 19.7 m², sleeps 4. A large panoramic window brings natural daylight and sea views directly into the cabin.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin in Bow position (DF) — 27.4 m², sleeps 4. More living space than a standard deluxe balcony, with a forward-facing position that many guests seek out.
• Sky Suite (S0) — 117.2 m², sleeps 4. Two complete bedrooms and more than four times the floor area of a standard balcony cabin — the largest suite on board.

Sky Princess — Princess Cruises

81% of cabins on Sky Princess have a private balcony, one of the highest ratios in the Princess fleet. Adults travelling without children tend to gravitate toward The Sanctuary — a dedicated sun deck with private cabanas, spa treatments and light meals, well away from the busier pool areas. Dining options include Crown Grill, Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria and the galley-tour Chef’s Table experience, and evenings can end under the open sky with Movies Under the Stars. The Sky Princess cabin and deck plans give the full picture on grades and positions.

Azamara Journey — Azamara

Azamara Journey carries just 694 guests — a deliberate choice that opens up harbours and ports that larger ships simply cannot access. Staying longer in each port is central to the Azamara philosophy, and the ship backs that up with AzAmazing Evenings: exclusive cultural events ashore, from vineyard dinners to private concert performances, included in the fare. On board, specialty restaurants Prime C and Aqualina are also included at no extra charge, along with the Caviar and Champagne Bar. For those who find big-ship sailings too rushed in port, this is a very different experience. See the Azamara Journey cabin and deck plans for grade details.

Azamara Journey — Cabin Grades at a Glance

• Inside cabin (09) — 14.7 m², sleeps 2. On one of the upper decks, close to pool and bar areas.
• Ocean-view cabin (04) — 13.3 m², sleeps 3. A window with sea view and natural daylight — a clear comfort step up from an interior cabin.
• Club Veranda Plus cabin (P1) — 16.3 m², sleeps 3. A private balcony with direct sea air and views, which interior and ocean-view grades do not offer.
• Club World Owner’s Suite (CW) — 52 m², sleeps 3. The largest suite on board, with a separate dressing room and around 11 m² more space than the Club Ocean Suite.

Azamara Quest — Azamara

Azamara Quest shares the same small-ship philosophy as Azamara Journey. Check the Azamara Quest cabin and deck plans to compare cabin grades.

Norwegian Luna — Norwegian Cruise Line (New for 2025)

Norwegian Luna launched in 2025 as NCL’s latest addition to the fleet. The Haven — NCL’s exclusive suite enclave — reaches its largest-ever footprint on this ship, with a private pool, a dedicated restaurant and around-the-clock concierge service. For dining, Norwegian Luna introduces Sukhothai, NCL’s first Thai fine-dining restaurant, alongside Mandara Spa with a thalassotherapy pool — both fleet firsts. The Norwegian Luna cabin and deck plans cover all grades.

Norwegian Aqua — Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Aqua sails alongside Norwegian Luna in the NCL Caribbean selection. See the Norwegian Aqua cabin and deck plans for the full grade breakdown.

Brilliant Lady — Virgin Voyages

Brilliant Lady rounds out the ship list. The Brilliant Lady cabin and deck plans are available for anyone comparing grades.

Are There All-Inclusive Caribbean Cruises?

Yes. A significant number of the sailings are all-inclusive, meaning drinks, dining and gratuities are covered in the fare rather than billed separately on board. If you prefer to know your total spend before you travel, these sailings are worth filtering for. The all-inclusive Caribbean cruises page brings together this specific selection.

Fare tiers vary by cruise line, so it is worth knowing what each one covers before you compare prices:

• Royal Caribbean offers fare types such as last-minute and early-booking offers, with some fare types including onboard credit. Taxes, fees and port expenses are additional on all grades.
• Princess Cruises offers a Standard fare (cruise only, with packages available to add) and a Plus fare that includes casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to a daily limit, MedallionNet Wi-Fi, crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs and reserved theatre seating.
• Norwegian Cruise Line offers a lowest-fare “just cruise” option and a Free at Sea bundle that brings in a premium beverage package, a specialty dining package, Wi-Fi and shore excursion credits per port — as well as a Free at Sea Plus tier for an enhanced version of the same.

What Are the Best Months for a Caribbean Cruise?

The sailings depart from autumn onwards, running through to longer itineraries that stretch well into the following year. If you are planning around the Christmas and New Year period, the Christmas cruise deals page brings together sailings specifically in that window. For a broader look at autumn departures, the October cruise deals page covers that season in more detail. Most Caribbean sailings from Florida are round trips, so you depart and return to the same port — keeping your travel logistics simple even if the itinerary itself is ambitious.

Are There Caribbean Cruise Deals with Discounts?

A good number of the sailings here are reduced from their previously listed prices. Reductions on individual sailings can reach up to 29% off the cabin’s earlier price — though that figure applies to a single departure, and most discounted sailings are reduced by around 6%. It is worth checking individual sailings rather than assuming a page-wide sale. Fare types available include early-booking bonuses, last-minute options and, on some lines, promotions that reduce the fare for additional guests — so the saving structure rewards both planners and those who book close to departure.

Can I Book Shore Excursions for My Caribbean Cruise?

Yes, and Cruise1st can organise these alongside your cruise booking rather than leaving you to arrange them independently. Whether you want a guided tour of a historic site, a sailing excursion or a transfer to a beach, building these in at the booking stage means you arrive knowing the day is sorted. Our team can advise on which excursions tend to be the most popular on a given itinerary, and tours can be added as part of your holiday package.

Travelling Solo on a Caribbean Cruise

Solo travellers are well catered for on these sailings. Norwegian Cruise Line ships, including Norwegian Luna, are particularly well known for their solo cabin options — The Haven suite complex on Norwegian Luna has dedicated concierge service that suits solo guests who want a premium experience without sharing. Azamara’s small ships are also a natural fit for solo travellers: with 694 guests on Azamara Journey, the atmosphere is more relaxed and less anonymous than on a mega-ship. Royal Caribbean fare tiers include a Single/Solo Fare specifically designed for guests taking sole occupancy of a stateroom, so you are not automatically paying a steep supplement.

Why Book Your Caribbean Cruise with Cruise1st?

Cruise1st is one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, which means the team you speak to has genuine knowledge of these itineraries — not a general travel agent reading from a screen. Every Caribbean sailing here involves a flight, and we can book that flight alongside the cruise, add the hotel for the night before embarkation, arrange your airport and port transfers, and cover your travel insurance, all in one booking. That is what a Cruise1st Package delivers: one price, one call, one less thing to worry about.

If you want to explore the full range of Caribbean cruises from the UK or look at a specific departure port — for example, Caribbean cruises from Southampton — we have dedicated pages for those too. You can also browse Caribbean cruises in 2026 if you want to narrow by year.

For travellers with a specific line in mind, the Princess Caribbean cruises page and the P&O Caribbean cruises page both go deeper on their respective fleets. If value is the priority, our cruises under £599 pp* page is worth a look for the broadest budget options.

Cruise1st is ABTA and ATOL protected, and is rated 4.5/5 on Trustpilot from more than 7,000 reviews — so your booking is in safe hands. Speak to the team, tell them where you want to go and what you want from the trip, and they will do the rest.

Other Cruise Deals Worth Considering

Caribbean sailings are our most popular fly-cruise destination, but if you want to compare with other regions or deal types, these pages are a useful starting point. The Mediterranean cruise deals page covers a destination many Caribbean regulars return to, and the fly-cruise deals hub brings together everything that involves a flight, across all destinations. If you have cruised the Caribbean before and want something new, the Central America sailings on these pages are worth exploring — they share the same warm-weather appeal but visit a very different set of ports. You can also browse the broader Caribbean cruise and stay options if you want to combine the cruise with a pre- or post-cruise hotel stay.

*Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing, and are subject to change. This price is not kept up to date and therefore does not reflect live pricing and availability. Prices and any discounts shown were checked on 14 October 2026.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.