11-Night Caribbean Getaway Cruise from New York

Included Features

• Free parking with roundtrip transfers to the New York City cruise port
• Eleven nights aboard the NORWEGIAN PRIMA®
• All onboard meals and entertainment (specialty restaurants may have nominal fees)
• Onboard Gratuities
• AAA onboard cocktail reception
• $100.00 onboard credit per stateroom
• Baggage handling
• Services of a Discoveries Journey Manager

NCL Bonus Amenities (Inside Cabin – pick 2 options; Balcony receive all 4 options)

• Premium Beverage Package (1st & 2nd guest in cabin)*
• Ultimate Dining Package (Balcony Cabin- 2 specialty meals for 1st & 2nd guest in cabin; Inside Cabin- 1 specialty meal for 1st & 2nd guest in cabin)*
• $50 Shore Excursion Credit (per cabin)
• Internet Package (1st & 2nd guest in cabin) 150 minutes per person

*Subject to a 20% service charge which is not included and will be an additional charge.

Highlights

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Puerto Plata (or officially known as San Felipe de Puerto Plata) is the ninth largest city in the Dominican Republic and the capital of the province of Puerto Plata. For spectacular city views, take a ride up the Pico Isabel de Torres mountain which stands over 2,600 feet high. Visit Fortaleza San Felipe, which was built in the 16th century and served as a prison under the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo. 

FUN THINGS TO DO:

• Hop on a cable car for sky-high views, take a tour of the local cacao farms, and buy some of the clearest amber in the world
• One of the most popular beaches in Puerto Plata, Sosua is a stretch of fluffy sand with gorgeous transparent waters ideal for swimming and snorkeling.

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Founded in 1521, San Juan's picturesque cobblestone streets, plazas and chapels reflect its Spanish heritage. The second oldest city in the Americas also boasts fine beaches, lush rainforests, verdant mountainsides, imposing forts and a lovely tropical climate. 

FUN THINGS TO DO:

• Visit El Yungue National Rainforest, the only rainforest in the US National Forest System. 
• Explore Old San Juan, the second-oldest European settlement in the New World.

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Although founded by the French  in 1627, St. Kitts is a very British paradise where cricket and tea are the norm. The dramatic mixed island landscape is rimmed in gold-sand beaches and dotted with well-preserved plantations left over from when the island was covered with sugar cane.

FUN THINGS TO DO:

• Explore the ruins of a 17th century sugar plantation before hiking the rainforest with a naturalist guide.
• Enjoy a scenic rail and trail tour that runs a complete circle around the island allowing visitors the opportunity to see the entire country by train and then by catamaran.

St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands

The town of Charlotte Amalie has one of the most breathtaking harbors in the world. Once home to pirates of long ago, today visitors find treasures of a different kind, for now beautiful beaches and bountiful duty-free shopping are truly its claim to fame. Just outside the lively port town, you’ll find ribbons of powdery sand beaches dotted with hammocks.  St. Thomas may technically be part of the U.S., but with its colorful markets, unspoiled beaches, and the ever-present sound of steel drums, you’ll feel a world away.

FUN THINGS TO DO:

• Experience the beauty of St. Thomas beaches.
• Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea where you’ll come close to corals, sponges, and schools of colorful tropical fish.

Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Discovered by Christopher Columbus himself in 1493, this exotic, peaceful island is home to both towering mahogany trees and white-sand beaches. It offers to be one of the most scenic islands in the Caribbean, with a fascinating cultural and historical side.

FUN THINGS TO DO:

• Take a challenging hike that extends 1,780 feet up Sage Mountain National Park for a stunning panoramic view of the island and a surrounding natural habitat making it a great spot for birdwatching and breathtaking views of Tortola and neighboring islands.
• Cruise to a private island and spend hours relaxing on a beautiful stretch of sand.

Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda

Located at the tip of Bermuda's West End, Royal Naval Dockyard is home to exceptional shopping and pristine beaches. The beautifully restored Royal Navy Dockyard provides quaint boutiques, a crafts market and a fascinating maritime museum. Don't miss the chance to try out one of the many water sports offered in and around this gorgeous harbor.

FUN THINGS TO DO:

• Go on a glass-bottom boat tour for a glimpse into the underwater world of the Bahamas.
• Famous for its white sand beaches, boutiques and markets for shopping.

Activity Level: 2

This tour requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven ground and cobblestoned streets.

*Please see your Travel Advisor to reserve your choice of shore excursions.*

Itinerary

*Itinerary is subject to change at any time without notification and/or compensation.

General Information

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

U.S. citizens on homeport cruises (cruises that begin and end at the same U.S. port) are currently able to enter or depart the country with a state issued birth certificate with a raised seal and government-issued photo ID. AAA recommends traveling with an original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay, and with at least
one blank visa page for visa stamp(s).

As travel policies are rapidly changing as a result of COVID-19, the final requirements will be communicated prior to departure. Please see your Travel Advisor for additional information.

PAYMENT

Deposit of $250 per person/$500 per cabin will confirm your reservation. Final payment is due to AAA by July 19, 2024.

CANCELLATION PENALTIES

Deposit date to day of departure $25 per person, plus…

From August 3 - August 31, 2024                     25% of gross fare per person, plus any additional suppliers’ fees
From September 1 - September  30, 2024       50% of gross fare per person, plus any additional suppliers’ fees
From October 1 - October 30, 2024                 75% of gross fare per person, plus any additional suppliers’ fees
After October 1, 2024                                        NON-REFUNDABLE

INSURANCE

For your protection AAA recommends travel insurance. Pre-existing medical conditions may be waived with proper coverage if travel insurance is purchased within 14 day of initial deposit only. Other conditions may apply; ask your travel agent. AAA recommends Allianz Insurance.

CLOTHING/CLIMATE

Average temperatures in the Caribbean in December is in the 80s. Daytime, casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Evenings require casual or semiformal attire.

BAGGAGE

Two suitcases per person will be allowed by the cruise line. You may also bring a small carry-on bag.

TRAVEL ASSISTANCE

For personal comfort, group participants who need assistance are required to have a traveling companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the needed assistance.

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