Cruise met Vision of the Seas vanuit Baltimore – 8 nachten

Spend the morning walking around Baltimore’s Inner Harbour, where majestic tall ships reveal this East Coast city’s rich maritime legacy. And be sure to visit the star-shaped Fort McHenry, birthplace of America’s ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ anthem.

No visit to Baltimore is complete without exploring the historic Inner Harbour. Step aboard a collection of impressive ships – a Pearl Harbour-era cutter, a 1930s lightship, a sail-powered warship dating back to 1797. Then stroll around brick walkways flanked by chic boutiques, restaurants serving mid-Atlantic seafood and photo-worthy views of the water.

Relive the Battle of Baltimore at Fort McHenry, where in 1814, by dawn’s early light, Francis Scott Key wrote the lyrics of The Star-Spangled Banner, the United States’ national anthem. Enter this star-shaped citadel to follow a period-costumed guide around the grounds, watch an educational film and see a replica of the 15-starred American flag.

It’s easy to see why Grand Bahama Island is one of the most popular in The Bahamas chain. Its postcard-perfect beaches are made of sand that shimmers like pearls, fronting crystal-clear waters in every hue of blue. And Freeport and Lucaya have plenty of thrills for everyone, from golfing and gambling to eco-adventures and watersports. Hike Rand Nature Center’s forest-lined trails and discover cascading waterfalls at the Garden of the Groves. Cruise to Grand Bahama Island and dive deep into acclaimed underwater spots or join in a wildly festive junkanoo parade. Capture an authentic portrait of Bahamian life— from the first beat of the Goombay drum to the last sip of a fruity Bahama Mama.

New Providence is dan wel niet het grootste eiland in de Bahama’s, maar het trekt het leeuwendeel van de bezoekers van overal ter wereld, en met een goede reden. Ten eerste omdat zich hier Nassau bevindt, de hoofdstad van het land: een bruisende haven met in de statige koloniale gebouwen gezellige restaurants, bars, galerieën en winkels. Buiten de binnenstad zijn er bovendien meer dan genoeg andere genoegens die lokken. Net over de havenbrug bevindt zich bijvoorbeeld Paradise Island en het schitterende casinoresort en waterpark Atlantis (toegankelijk met een dagpas). Meer aquatische avonturen zijn te beleven met snorkelen en glazen-bodembootexcursies naar het nabijgelegen koraalriffen. Geïnteresseerd in kunst en cultuur van de Bahama’s? Bezoek de National Art Gallery, Pirates of Nassau Museum en de 18e-eeuwse koloniale forten en monumenten van het eiland. En als u liever gewoon wilt ontspannen te midden van het prachtige Caraïbische landschap, wandel dan eens door de weelderige plantaardige Ardastra Gardens, of ga zonnebaden op het suikerachtige Cable Beach. Wat u ook doet, zorg wel dat u de lokale culinaire specialiteiten kunt proeven, zoals slakbeignets of gebarsten slak. U zult vrijwel zeker merken dat ze, net als de rest van het eiland, levendig en een klein beetje exotisch zijn, en smaken naar meer.

Welcome to Perfect Day at CocoCay Bay, Royal Caribbean’s private Island. Tackle the tallest waterslide in North America, Devil’s Peak, take a selfie 137 metres up in the air in a helium balloon.
Enjoy the swim up pool side bar, soak in the largest freshwater pool, Oasis Lagoon, in the Bahamas. Relax in your own private cabana, whatever you want to do, this Island is the perfect place to relax or be adventurous

Spend the morning walking around Baltimore’s Inner Harbour, where majestic tall ships reveal this East Coast city’s rich maritime legacy. And be sure to visit the star-shaped Fort McHenry, birthplace of America’s ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ anthem.

No visit to Baltimore is complete without exploring the historic Inner Harbour. Step aboard a collection of impressive ships – a Pearl Harbour-era cutter, a 1930s lightship, a sail-powered warship dating back to 1797. Then stroll around brick walkways flanked by chic boutiques, restaurants serving mid-Atlantic seafood and photo-worthy views of the water.

Relive the Battle of Baltimore at Fort McHenry, where in 1814, by dawn’s early light, Francis Scott Key wrote the lyrics of The Star-Spangled Banner, the United States’ national anthem. Enter this star-shaped citadel to follow a period-costumed guide around the grounds, watch an educational film and see a replica of the 15-starred American flag.