20 Night Cruise sailing from Ft Lauderdale roundtrip aboard Emerald Princess.

The newest jewel in the Princess crown, Emerald Princess is everything you would expect from such a modern, luxurious ship. As with most of Princess ships, the theme is choices. There are multiple dining options, including Traditional and Anytime Dining and specialty venues like the popular Sabatini's. There is the Lotus Spa with its myriad treatments, and the Lotus Fitness Center where you can stay trim from all the delicious cuisine. You'll enjoy watching Movies Under the Stars, and will have nearly 900 balcony staterooms from which to choose.

Caribbean
Few destinations boast as much sun-drenched tropical beauty or cultural diversity as the islands of the Caribbean. This region has a distinctive fusion of influences from Europe, Africa and Latin America, which make up a wonderful quilt-work of cultures amongst a breathtaking backdrop of lush tropical jungles, fresh water caves, white-sand beaches, charming cities and ancient ruins.

Highlights of this cruise:

Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Seven miles of perfect beaches welcome the seagoing traveler to Ft. Lauderdale. Renowned for sun and water sports, the city also offers fine shopping along the Riverwalk and a perfect jumping-off point for a tour of the Everglades.

Aruba
Dutch influence still lingers on Aruba as part of the Netherlands' Antilles until independence in 1986. This balmy Caribbean island is a study in contrasts. Its arid interior is dotted with cactus and windswept divi-divi trees while secluded coves and sandy beaches form its coast. Aruba's long and colorful heritage is reflected in its dialect. Called Papiamento, it's a combination of Spanish, French, Portuguese, Dutch, African and English.

Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles
If you think you've seen everything, come explore the kunuku, a Caribbean style outback terrain unique to the Netherlands Antilles. Here nature serves up prickly cactus where iguanas feel at home. And the offshore waters shimmer like a million aquamarine gemstones.

Dominica
The most rural of the Caribbean Islands, Dominica is also one of its most beautiful. Their national motto, translated, states: "After God, it is the land." Both are sacred here in this untamed, unhampered paradise. An environmental wonderland, Dominica is home to lush rain forests, dramatic waterfalls and black-sand beaches all surrounded by shimmering turquoise waters under glorious blue skies. Sit back and watch brilliantly plumed Sisserou and Jacquot parrots flit from tree to tree.

Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda
Dive into British naval history with the occupation of Antigua in 1784, and discover today's key attractions of this popular resort. The coral reef that thwarted enemy ships is now a diver's paradise. The winding coastline, once difficult to navigate, is now miles of sandy, secluded beaches and coves. On shore and off, Antigua is one of the Caribbean's best islands for spectacular sand-and-sun fun.

St. Lucia
The island of St. Lucia has dramatic coastlines that frame a setting of tranquility and natural beauty. Its people pride themselves in the care of their natural resources, which makes this an ideal environment for outdoor enthusiasts. Thriving coral reefs provide ample snorkeling and diving opportunities while the mountainous rain forest preserves offer superb hiking and bird watching.

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
It's the calm turquoise waters of the Caribbean that command attention in St. Thomas -- home to both pirates' legends and tropical fish for centuries. And there's no shortage of ways to explore the island. Choose your vessel to discover these warm waters, from kayak and catamaran to yacht, turbo-charged jet boat or breathing observation bubble.

Princess Cays
The tiny island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas is home to the private beach party hosted exclusively for Princess guests. A full day of fun in the sun offers something for every member of the family from snorkeling, kayaking, sailing and floating to lingering over drinks and a delicious barbecue.