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Caribbean Cruise – Island Hopping from Jamaica to Belize 🌴

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Man carrying large sack labeled Rosario Superior on head by truck in busy street.

December 27, 2015 – January 10, 2016

Our two-week Caribbean adventure aboard the AIDAluna began with excitement at the airport — the destination board already promising sun and sea with places like Montego Bay, Belize City, and Grand Cayman. After months of anticipation, we were finally off to explore the colorful world of the Caribbean together as a family.

🇯🇲 Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Our first stop was Ocho Rios, a vibrant port full of rhythm, colors, and smiles. The scent of jerk chicken filled the air as reggae beats played in the background. We explored the port, met friendly locals, and enjoyed the relaxed island pace. Jamaica’s energy was contagious — a perfect start to our cruise.

🇩🇴 Dominican Republic – Cueva de las Maravillas

Sailing on, we reached the Dominican Republic, where we visited the fascinating Cueva de las Maravillas. Deep inside the cave, ancient Taino petroglyphs told stories of the island’s early inhabitants. Outside, lush green fields stretched to the horizon under a dramatic Caribbean sky — a reminder of nature’s timeless beauty.

🇧🇿 Belize City, Belize

A few days later, we anchored off Belize City, surrounded by turquoise water and tropical air. Belize was pure adventure — mysterious Mayan ruins hidden in the jungle, rivers winding through rainforests, and the incredible Great Blue Hole not far away. For us, the most memorable part was exploring the coast by boat, spotting manatees and crocodiles along the way 🐊.

🇰🇾 George Town, Grand Cayman

Our next destination was George Town on Grand Cayman — home to the famous Stingray City. Standing in shallow turquoise water, we met wild stingrays gliding gracefully around us. It was a magical, unforgettable experience, especially for Simon, who couldn’t stop smiling after gently touching one. Later, we relaxed on Seven Mile Beach — white sand, palm trees, and the calm rhythm of island life.

🌊 Days at Sea

Between the islands, life aboard AIDAluna was wonderfully peaceful. We spent our sea days soaking up the sun, watching endless horizons, and enjoying the ship’s relaxed atmosphere. The Caribbean sunsets — with glowing orange skies fading into deep blue — became our favorite moments of the day 🌅.

Every port, every day, brought a new story — from lively markets to quiet beaches and friendly faces. This cruise was more than just a journey across islands — it was a journey through cultures, colors, and unforgettable family memories.

📸 Impressions from the Caribbean

Snapshots from Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, Belize, and Grand Cayman — markets, beaches, cave explorations, and life aboard AIDAluna.

  • Black and white image of stone monument with large steps and engraved text, surrounded by an open, empty plaza.
  • Symmetrical view between two tall, concrete buildings under a clear blue sky, with visible text and geometric details.
  • Monumental structure with engraved texts on facade, flanked by wide stone steps and flowers, under a clear blue sky.
  • Women in blue shirts chatting at a vibrant vegetable stall with tomatoes, greens, and peppers at an outdoor market.
  • Market vendor in red jacket beside motorcycle and fresh produce stand in urban street setting.
  • Elderly man in a striped shirt and flat cap sitting thoughtfully, holding a plastic bag, in a black and white urban setting.
  • Bags of rice with handwritten price signs in a bustling market stall.
  • Butcher in an orange shirt selling fresh meat at a vibrant local market.
  • Butcher in a white coat preparing fresh meat on a counter in a vibrant blue-walled shop.
  • Freshly plucked chickens displayed on a wooden table at a busy market, with herbs and a scale in the background.
  • Man in red shirt and glove handles fish on market counter.
  • Woman in a striped dress stands confidently against a dimly lit blue wall at night.
  • Butcher in a shop cutting various meats on a counter with a red wall background.
  • Butcher shop with fresh meat cuts on display, two women and a man engaged in conversation behind the counter.
  • Butcher in striped shirt standing beside meat counter in a pink-walled shop with a ceiling fan and hanging scale.
  • Butcher in a blue shirt using a phone in a market, with raw meat on a cutting board in foreground.
  • Street butcher shop with meat on display and two people interacting in a narrow, dimly lit corridor.
  • Two men in a small room with green walls; one stands in a blue shirt, the other sits casually in a white shirt.
  • Woman wearing a headwrap, holding a baby near a window with green frame and aloe plant, wall art in background.
  • Man carrying large sack labeled Rosario Superior on head by truck in busy street.
  • Man in a red vest sitting by a pink wall, wearing a cap and gloves, with people standing behind him.
  • Young man in blue shirt sitting indoors against a textured wall, wearing a necklace and cap.
  • People in a colorful narrow alley with a man in a red shirt, a woman walking, and a man sitting nearby with a dog lying down.
  • Man in red shirt and cap walking past a weathered green wooden wall, carrying a bag and bottled drink.
  • White church tower with cross and ornate windows against a blue sky with clouds.
  • Woman in a pink shirt working with wooden tools in a workshop, seated near white plastic chairs.
  • Person hand-rolling a cigar on a wooden table with tobacco leaves nearby.
  • Close-up of hands rolling a traditional cigar with a leaf in black and white.
  • Metal gauge tool with numbered holes on a wooden table, used for measuring wire or drill sizes.
  • Close-up of a hand holding a handcrafted cigar on a wooden surface, emphasizing texture and craftsmanship.
  • Hands crafting with tobacco leaves, focus on skilled fingers, wearing a 'Demo Limited 197' shirt. Black and white photo.
  • Two men working with machinery, one in focus wearing a striped shirt, the other blurred, in a workshop setting.
  • Workers rolling cigars by hand at a wooden table in a cigar factory.
  • Person sorting dried tobacco leaves at a wooden workstation, highlighting traditional tobacco preparation.
  • Waves splashing against large rocks under a partly cloudy sky, capturing coastal scenery and natural rock formations.
  • Black and white photo of flowing water over rocks, with sunlight reflecting on the sea and clouds in the sky.
  • Dramatic sunset over dark ocean with silhouetted islands and scattered clouds in blue and purple sky.
  • Sun rays break through clouds over silhouetted mountains and a shimmering ocean, creating a dramatic monochrome seascape.
  • Dramatic sunrise over mountains and ocean, with clouds and sunbeams creating a serene, atmospheric seascape.
  • Market stall with colorful clothes and boxes; man sitting, wearing a hat, amidst merchandise in a street setting.
  • Man in glasses holds bottled drinks at an outdoor market, wearing a t-shirt that says Original.
  • Man in red shirt talks on phone, leans against white shutter with mosaic steps.
  • Grass-covered field under a cloudy sky with distant mountains on the horizon.
  • Vintage train on a scenic grassy track with ocean view in the background under a cloudy sky.
  • Old stone building ruins surrounded by tall grass, with cloudy mountains and industrial structures in the background.
  • Abandoned SUV in lush coastal greenery with a clear blue ocean and sky background.
  • Small colorful houses with a mountain backdrop under a cloudy sky.
  • Black and white landscape with power lines crossing a rural field, under a cloudy sky.
  • Lonely palm tree sways in the breeze against a vibrant blue sky with scattered white clouds, overlooking tall grassy field.
  • People leaning out of a train, enjoying a scenic view of grassy fields and the ocean under a clear blue sky.
  • Close-up of a colorful train on a scenic track beside tall grass on a clear day.
  • Distant island with lush volcanic peaks under a cloudy sky, surrounded by deep blue ocean, viewed from grassy mainland.

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