We are well travelled independent travellers however this was only my second cruise, the first being as a 11 year old on SS Northern Star !!! in 1973. However having done substantial research and engaged several seasoned cruiseists I feel my opinion should be a valid one.

We picked the cruise primarily for the itinerary, sailing out of Barbados 12 different islands, but twice into Martinique and Guadeloupe so a different island each day. As I said I had done a load of research so had a good perception of what I was going to find. Firstly the Ports:

1. Barbados - Disappointingly scruffy although did not see the beaches. Read more