2022 Jan - Windstar - Bridgetown, Barbados to Colon, Panama

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Panama City, Panama ‐ Feb 15, 2022

Tryp by Wyndham Panama Centro - Panama City, the capital of Panama, is a modern city framed by the Pacific Ocean and man-made Panama Canal. Casco Viejo, its cobblestoned historic center, is famed for colonial-era landmarks like the neoclassical Palacio Presidencial and bougainvillea-filled plazas lined with cafes and bars. The Miraflores Locks offers views of ships traversing the canal, an essential shipping route linking the Atlantic and Pacific.
Colón ‐ Feb 14, 2022

Radisson Colon 2000 - This western Caribbean port, established in 1850, is home to one of the world's largest duty-free zones. After stocking up on souvenirs and savings, discover indigenous culture in the village of the Embera Indians, marvel at the engineering of the Miraflores locks on the Panama Canal and take in views of Gatun Lake and the Chagres River from the observation tower in Gamboa Rainforest Resort. Located 30 miles southwest, the San Lorenzo Protected Forest features diverse flora [...]
and fauna and numerous Spanish forts that date to the 17th and 18th centuries. Additional defense structures can be seen in the nearby town of Portobelo, where you can embark on a boat ride around the bay. On Isla Grande, gorgeous beaches and clear blue waters provide the ideal setting for snorkeling, scuba diving and relaxation. The island's lighthouse was designed by the same man who engineered the Eiffel Tower.
Puerto Limón, Costa Rica ‐ Feb 12, 2022

Puerto Limon serves as a gateway to the capital city of San Jose. Excursions to San Jose usually include visits to the opera house, the crafts village of Moravia and a privately owned ranch. Other excursions here include a ride on the "banana train" to the banana-growing districts and a tour of a tropical flower farm.
Bocas del Toro, Panama ‐ Feb 11, 2022

Bocas Town was established on Colon Island in this archipelago by the United Fruit Company in the 1920s as a base for its banana plantations. The picturesque period charm of the town is today exploited by the locals to attract tourists. All of the islands have lovely beaches, mangrove waterways to explore and even several different indigenous populations who make and sell colorful handicrafts. A plentiful variety of wildlife including many species of birds, animals and sea turtles adds to the ar [...]
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Cartagena, Colombia ‐ Feb 9, 2022

Cartagena is a fascinating locale, nearly surrounded by lagoons, bays and the Caribbean Sea. Visitors can stroll the streets of Old Town, the city's walled historic center, where they'll find vendors serving up treats like savory arepas and sweet guava jellies as well as notable architecture like the 17th-century Cloister, Museum and Church of San Pedro Claver. Art lovers should visit the Cartagena Museum of Modern Art, or take a trip to Getsemani, a hip neighborhood that's awash in street mural [...]
s and displays. On tours that dig into Colombia's emerald history, a professional will show off the green gems and help you learn how to spot the real thing. Adventure seekers can excursion to the nearby town of La Boquilla, where you can canoe through mangroves to spot wildlife like egrets and pelicans, or venture to the white-sand shores of Manzanillo del Mar for a horseback ride on the beach.
Santa Marta ‐ Feb 8, 2022

Santa Marta boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in Colombia as well as nearby natural attractions like the magnificent Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, the Cienaga Grande and Tayrona National Park. Among its architectural landmarks are the Temple of San Francisco and the convent of Santo Domingo. Santa Marta was the first port of call for the Spanish Conquistadores and is one of the oldest cities in Latin America.
Oranjestad, Aruba ‐ Feb 6, 2022

Aruba's landscape is one of contrasting terrain, from its white-sand southern shoreline to its rugged north coast. Buffeted by breezes and surrounded by turquoise waters, this port is a hot spot for aquatic activities like sailing, deep sea fishing, kayaking and kitesurfing. Snorkelers can discover sea creatures at various coral reefs and at the shipwreck of the SS Antilla, a German vessel from World War II. Visit the Alto Vista Chapel, Aruba's first church, and the aloe vera factory and museum, [...]
where you can learn about the plant's healing powers, or navigate your own Jeep to the ruins of a gold mill and the remains of the Natural Bridge, which was carved out of limestone cliffs by wind and waves. Hikes, trail rides and off-roading adventures in Airikok National Park promise interesting wildlife sightings, while stops at the California Lighthouse afford some of the best views on the island.
Willemstad, Curaçao ‐ Feb 5, 2022

One of the Caribbean's most delightful ports, colorful Curacao is famed for its blue-tinted liqueur, partially made from the island's oranges. Distillery tours sample the spirit, and other outings explore capital Willemstad, the salt flat's wild flamingos or the 300,000-year-old Hato Caves. Curacao has the Western Hemisphere's oldest continuously inhabited Jewish community and some shore excursions visit the historic Jewish neighborhood and a cemetery consecrated in 1659. White-sand beaches and [...]
swimmable bays abound on the island's less developed western side. For water activities, choose between renting a Jet Ski or kayak or booking a private yacht or fishing trip. The crystalline waters are home to an expansive underwater park, with miles-long reefs hosting barracudas, sea turtles and manta rays. Inspect the pirate-deterring Fort Beekenburg or Queen Emma Bridge, a floating pontoon bridge. One must-see is Boca Tabla, a coastal cave created from the sea and wind.
Kralendijk, Bonaire, Netherlands ‐ Feb 4, 2022

Sitting atop a coral reef, Bonaire is a prime location for snorkelers and divers. The adventurous traveler will be in paradise. In addition to the underwater experiences, the island is ideal for hiking and bird-watching, with its bright pink flamingos, Amazon parrots and native parakeets.
St. George's, Grenada ‐ Feb 2, 2022

Grenada, known as the Isle of Spice, enlivens any vacation with its aquatic activities, flavorful foods and natural beauty. Join an excursion to the nutmeg processing station, located in the fishing village of Gouyave, to learn about the country's most prominent export, or visit the Dougaldston Estate to see how cocoa, cloves, mace and more are cultivated. Spanning nearly 2 miles of the island's southwest coastline, Grand Anse Beach is the ideal place to perfect your tan or take a walk in the su [...]
rf. Grenada's waters are home to multiple dive sites, but none is more memorable than the sculpture park, an under-the-sea gallery of human-like statues upon which marine life can grow. Hike among the flora and fauna of Grand Etang National Park, or cool off with a dip in the pool beneath Annandale Falls. Tasting tours let you discover the destination's delectable cuisine, which has been influenced by a variety of cultures.
Soufriere, Saint Lucia ‐ Feb 1, 2022

Soufriere, the original capital city on the island, can be found on the west coast of Saint Lucia. Founded by the French, the city is now home to many of their descendants who still live in the area. Travelers who visit Soufriere have access to nearby popular attractions including a large volcanic peak known as the Pitons, and Sulphur Springs - a "drive-through" volcano surrounded by various hot springs. Other options include a tour of the Soufriere Estate with its botanical garden and Diamond F [...]
alls, or a hike through St. Lucia's Rainforest for the chance to see many species of wildlife and the Enbas Saut Falls.
Mayreau Village, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines ‐ Jan 31, 2022

Visit one of the most serene and inviting snorkeling spots in the Caribbean. The Grenadines are known for their incredible turquoise water, whose glass-like clarity allows for spectacular underwater viewing. Tropical fish, coral and marine flora abound.
Charlotteville, Trinidad and Tobago ‐ Jan 30, 2022

Man-O-War Bay - The large, horseshoe-shaped Man of War Bay is fringed by a palm-studded yellow-sand beach with good swimming. Roughly in the middle of the beach, you’ll find changing facilities (TT$1) and the Suckhole beach bar, adjacent to a swimming area watched over by lifeguards. The pier toward the eastern end is a nice spot for fishing or sunset-watching.
Bridgetown, Barbados ‐ Jan 29, 2022

Savannah Beach Club Hotel & Spa - With white-sand beaches, natural caverns and floral forests, Barbados draws visitors to its slice of the eastern Caribbean. City tours of bustling capital Bridgetown are popular, as are island tours that show off the estates and plantation homes of the countryside. Foodies can feast on Bajan favorites or take a cooking class to recreate the cuisine at home. During a beach day, visitors lounge with rum-based drinks to the tune of calypso or head to the water to s [...]
wim with turtles or snorkel above a shipwreck. Other excursion options include a rum party cruise, horseback rides on the beach or a fishing excursion for blue marlin, barracuda and more.