Spain & Bermuda Transatlantic

Watch the sun rise above the Atlantic horizon on a morning walk along the Fort Lauderdale Beach promenade. Then grab breakfast by the water – you have plenty of spots to choose from, after all this ‘Venice of America’ is home to more than 480 kilometres of waterways.
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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

From its pastel-painted estates to its pink sand beaches and turquoise shores, Bermuda is a land bursting with colour. It’s also one of the world’s top diving and golf destinations. Set out beyond Kings Wharf and you’ll discover 1700s-era British colonial landmarks, pretty towns and secluded beach – you can explore them by hired scooter. Come with an appetite and enjoy superb delicacies like fish chowder made with sherry peppers and the favourite local dessert, Horton’s award-winning black rum cake.

Nicknamed the Green Island, Ponta Delgada is full of lush natural wonders, 16th-century architecture and mini-expeditions. When you arrive at the Azorean capital, situated on the south coast of the island Sao Miguel, wander around the old town to snap photos of monuments that cover postcards, traditional Portuguese churches and old forts. Venture further out of the city to take in the stunning views of Lagoa das Sete Cidades, a pair of lakes nestled in the crater of a dormant volcano. Or embark on an afternoon on the water to catch sight of the whales and dolphins that gather in the sea.

Situated on the white sandy beaches and crystal-clear Mediterranean waters of Spain’s eastern shore, the lively city of Alicante is rich in Moorish and Spanish history. It’s perched at the base of the ancient fortress Castillo de Santa Barbara, where you can climb or take an elevator to explore the castle during your Spain cruise. Wander through the narrow lanes and colorful houses of the Old Town, then head toward the seafront on the Explanada de Espana, a marble-laid promenade. Relax on the golden sand of Playa del Postiguet beach. A few streets over, at the foot of Mount Benacantil, you’ll find the Basilica de Santa Maria with its distinctive twin towers — Alicante’s oldest church, it was built in the 13th century when the Spanish reclaimed the city from the Moors.

Spain’s third largest city, Valencia offers a little bit of everything, from historic sites and bustling city squares to placid beaches. Soak up the sun at Malvarrosa Beach along the urban seafront, or head to El Saler for a more remote beach experience surrounded by white-sand dunes and pine trees. Cruise to Valencia and get your culture fix at Gothic Valencia Cathedral, and see the 15th-century renaissance paintings housed in its interior. Head to Plaza de la Reina in the city’s old town and do some people-watching over a fresh glass of horchata, a classic Valencia beverage made from almond milk with cinnamon and spices, or take a picnic lunch of fresh pears and local cheese to the quiet Turia Gardens.

It’s easy to see why Barcelona is the most-visited city in Spain. As the capital of the country’s Catalonia region, this cityscape’s cultural mosaic pieces together a 2,000-year-old hodge-podge of sun-drenched beaches, cutting edge architecture and a world-renowned dining and drinking scene. Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi left his modernist handprint all over the city, while medieval treasures linger in historic Gothic Quarter squares. Get lost in the whimsical gardens of Park Guell or savour a chef-led Catalan cooking class. Browse art collections dedicated to Picasso and Miro – or ride a cable car to the top of Montjuic Hill, relishing citywide views along the way.