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Departs December 12, 2027. 11 nights from Miami, Florida, United States on MSC Poesia. A group cruise for Jehovah's Witnesses and friends: book with the company you choose, then join the group for this sailing.
Miami is one of the world’s most popular holiday spots. It has so much to offer; from its countless beach areas, to culture and museums, from spa and shopping days out, to endless cuban restaurants and cafes. Miami is a multicultural city that has something to offer to everyone.
Between port calls, the ship itself becomes the destination. Sea days are your chance to slow the pace, explore without schedules, and enjoy experiences that simply don’t exist on land. Start the morning with a quiet sunrise walk on deck, coffee in hand, watching the horizon stretch endlessly in every direction. Later, settle into a poolside lounger, take a dip, or enjoy a shaded spot with a good book and the gentle rhythm of the ocean as your soundtrack.
As the day unfolds, there’s no shortage of ways to stay engaged or completely unplug. Join a cooking demonstration, attend an interesting lecture, or challenge yourself with trivia, pickleball, or a fitness class. Prefer relaxation? The spa, observation lounges, and calm interior spaces offer peaceful retreats. As evening arrives, sea days truly shine—dinner without rush, live music, shows, stargazing on deck, and unhurried conversations that often become some of the most memorable moments of the entire voyage. At sea, time feels fuller, simpler, and surprisingly meaningful.
Between port calls, the ship itself becomes the destination. Sea days are your chance to slow the pace, explore without schedules, and enjoy experiences that simply don’t exist on land. Start the morning with a quiet sunrise walk on deck, coffee in hand, watching the horizon stretch endlessly in every direction. Later, settle into a poolside lounger, take a dip, or enjoy a shaded spot with a good book and the gentle rhythm of the ocean as your soundtrack.
As the day unfolds, there’s no shortage of ways to stay engaged or completely unplug. Join a cooking demonstration, attend an interesting lecture, or challenge yourself with trivia, pickleball, or a fitness class. Prefer relaxation? The spa, observation lounges, and calm interior spaces offer peaceful retreats. As evening arrives, sea days truly shine—dinner without rush, live music, shows, stargazing on deck, and unhurried conversations that often become some of the most memorable moments of the entire voyage. At sea, time feels fuller, simpler, and surprisingly meaningful.
Cartagena's magnificent city walls and fortresses, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, enclose a well-restored historic center (the Cuidad Amurallada, or walled city) with plazas, churches, museums, and shops that have made it a lively coastal vacation spot for South Americans and others. New hotels and restaurants make the walled city a desirable place to stay, and the formerly down-at-the-heels Getsemaní neighborhood attracts those seeking a bohemian buzz. The historic center is a small section of Cartagena; many hotels are in the Bocagrande district, an elongated peninsula where high-rise hotels overlook a long, gray-sand beach.When it was founded in 1533 by Spanish conquistador Pedro de Heredia, Cartagena was the only port on the South American mainland. Gold and silver looted from indigenous peoples passed through here en route to Spain and attracted pirates, including Sir Francis Drake, who in 1586 torched 200 buildings. Cartagena's walls protected the city's riches as well as the New World's most important African slave market.
The provincial capital of Colón, beside the canal's Atlantic entrance, is named for the Spanish-language surname of Christopher Columbus, though the Americans called it Aspinwall in the 19th century.. The city was founded in 1850 by Americans working on the Panama railroad and named Aspinwall for one of the railway engineers. Following completion in 1855, Colon gained in importance, which was furthered by the plans for an isthmian canal. During the time of the French canal attempt, a fire in 1885 burned the city nearly to the ground and left thousands of people homeless. Colon was rebuilt in the architectural style then popular in France. Buildings from that era plus the ones constructed by Americans between 1904 and 1914 are still in use today, although the majority is on the verge of collapse. In addition to its importance as a port, Colon boasts the world’s second largest duty-free zone, known as Zona Libre, which is contained in a huge fortress like, walled-off area with giant international stores. However, most of the merchandise is sold in bulk to commercial businesses throughout the country.
Christopher Columbus became Costa Rica's first tourist when he landed on this stretch of coast in 1502 during his fourth and final voyage to the New World. Expecting to find vast mineral wealth, he named the region Costa Rica ("rich coast"). Imagine the Spaniards' surprise eventually to find there was none. Save for a brief skirmish some six decades ago, the country did prove itself rich in a long tradition of peace and democracy. No other country in Latin America can make that claim. Costa Rica is also abundantly rich in natural beauty, managing to pack beaches, volcanoes, rain forests, and diverse animal life into an area the size of Vermont and New Hampshire combined. It has successfully parlayed those qualities into its role as one the world's great ecotourism destinations. A day visit is short, but time enough for a quick sample.
Between port calls, the ship itself becomes the destination. Sea days are your chance to slow the pace, explore without schedules, and enjoy experiences that simply don’t exist on land. Start the morning with a quiet sunrise walk on deck, coffee in hand, watching the horizon stretch endlessly in every direction. Later, settle into a poolside lounger, take a dip, or enjoy a shaded spot with a good book and the gentle rhythm of the ocean as your soundtrack.
As the day unfolds, there’s no shortage of ways to stay engaged or completely unplug. Join a cooking demonstration, attend an interesting lecture, or challenge yourself with trivia, pickleball, or a fitness class. Prefer relaxation? The spa, observation lounges, and calm interior spaces offer peaceful retreats. As evening arrives, sea days truly shine—dinner without rush, live music, shows, stargazing on deck, and unhurried conversations that often become some of the most memorable moments of the entire voyage. At sea, time feels fuller, simpler, and surprisingly meaningful.
Experience true Caribbean island bliss, during your time on the immaculate paradise of Roatan, which is the largest of the Bay Islands. This slim island is framed by glorious powdery white beaches, and rich ocean beds carpeted with diverse coral reefs - alive with fish and marine life. Curious dolphins roll through the waves just offshore, while beach dwellers soak up the sun, and enjoy coconut cocktails, beside leaning palm trees. The beaches here are nothing short of dreamy - with wooden piers teetering out over the water, and thatched roofs providing welcome shade, as you dangle your legs towards the water.
Belize City, a coastal gem, seamlessly blends history and modern vibrancy. Colonial architecture graces lively streets, narrating tales of Mayan roots and cultural richness. A welcoming atmosphere emanates from friendly locals, and diverse festivals celebrate Belize's heritage. The city serves as a gateway to natural wonders, from serene river rides to the renowned Belize Barrier Reef. Pristine beaches like Old Belize Beach invite relaxation. Culinary delights abound, showcasing Belizean flavours. In this enchanting city, every smile, historical landmark, and cultural celebration embodies the warmth and charm that make Belize City an unforgettable destination.
Between port calls, the ship itself becomes the destination. Sea days are your chance to slow the pace, explore without schedules, and enjoy experiences that simply don’t exist on land. Start the morning with a quiet sunrise walk on deck, coffee in hand, watching the horizon stretch endlessly in every direction. Later, settle into a poolside lounger, take a dip, or enjoy a shaded spot with a good book and the gentle rhythm of the ocean as your soundtrack.
As the day unfolds, there’s no shortage of ways to stay engaged or completely unplug. Join a cooking demonstration, attend an interesting lecture, or challenge yourself with trivia, pickleball, or a fitness class. Prefer relaxation? The spa, observation lounges, and calm interior spaces offer peaceful retreats. As evening arrives, sea days truly shine—dinner without rush, live music, shows, stargazing on deck, and unhurried conversations that often become some of the most memorable moments of the entire voyage. At sea, time feels fuller, simpler, and surprisingly meaningful.
Miami is one of the world’s most popular holiday spots. It has so much to offer; from its countless beach areas, to culture and museums, from spa and shopping days out, to endless cuban restaurants and cafes. Miami is a multicultural city that has something to offer to everyone.
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