The Wonders of the Caribbean Islands and the Americas
Sailing through the Caribbean and the Americas means experiencing the significant differences in culture, lifestyle, and natural wonders of each country. The Caribbean is certainly deserving of its reputation for a laid-back, casual lifestyle, though each island from Aruba and Antigua to St. Martin and Puerto Rico is distinguished by its own language and culture bestowed on it from Spain, The Netherlands, Britain, France, or Africa. Central America, rich in both natural wonders and history, is the land mass that joins North America to South America. Costa Rica entices with its lush green forests and waterfalls, while several countries offer historic sights left from ancient civilizations including the Aztecs, Mayas, and Olmecs. The historic Panama Canal is captivating for its impressive effect on world commerce. A cruise around North and South America will treat you to a wide array of breathtaking landscapes as well as many attractions built by both ancient and modern civilizations. In Canada, wander through Quebec City and enjoy its French influences, or travel back in time to the 11th-century Viking settlement of L’Anse aux Meadows. Discover the natural beauty of Alaska’s glaciers when you cruise back to vacation along the west coast of the U.S.A, or go to the east coast instead, if you like more cosmopolitan cities.