Island Hop Your Way Around the Caribbean

The Caribbean, a tropical paradise with some of the world’s most beautiful beaches and coral reefs in the world, is always a fun place to visit, with its laidback vibes, friendly people and deeply engaging history and culture. A cruise on board one of Emerald Cruises’ luxury yachts through this turquoise haven is an experience you’ll treasure forever, with more time to explore and enjoy some of the most culturally rich and diverse islands in the region. Not all cruises are created equal and you will soon find that Emerald Cruises does the Caribbean differently. Their sleek yachts visit the southern and easterly regions with its many bijou-sized islands that are easily accessible – distance- and port-size wise – and where the term island hopping takes on a whole new meaning, delivering an up-close-and-personal visit.

Imagine navigating these tropical idylls with special access, like a backstage pass to some of the lesser-frequented islands. Emerald Cruises’ exclusive anchorage spots allow them to traverse areas that the big ships can’t. How does a quick zodiac or tender to Mayreau Island, your own exclusive hideaway where the captain can drop anchor just off the powder-sand shores of deserted, pristine beaches, sound? Or Saint Vincent, home of what’s known as the ultimate paradise archipelago, Tobago Cays, brimming with turtles, vibrant fish, stingrays and starfish. Of course, you also won’t miss out on some of the Caribbean's favourite stops, like St. Barts, Barbados, St. Maarten and Puerto Rico.  Some of the itineraries include late nights or even overnights in port, so you can linger a little longer, learn more about the local culture, shop, eat and take in the evenings while the ship stays at anchor awaiting your return. With Emerald Yacht Cruises, you’ll have the luxury of time to explore the Caribbean, re-imagined.

Caribbean Yachting Hideaways
7-nights San Juan to St. John’s or reverse
December 20, 2025 – February 28, 2026

Embark on this 14-night Caribbean cruise starting from Marigot, Saint Martin or Bridgetown, Barbados and explore the low-lying island of Anguilla, famed for its enticing white-sand beaches and coral reefs at Prickly Pear Cays. Admire UNESCO World Heritage-listed Nelson’s Dockyard in Falmouth Harbour (Antigua), visit Kingstown,  the capital of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, known for its dining and water sports, and discover the hidden gem of Bequia Island.  This epic voyage navigating the Eastern Caribbean and Grenadines is a relaxing and memorable experience of island life.

Discover Eastern Caribbean & the Grenadines
14-nights Barbados to Saint Martin or reverse
December 13, 2025 – March 7, 2026
 

Grenadines & Windwards Yachting
7-nights Barbados Roundtrip
November 29, 2026 – March 20, 2027

Emerald Cruises’ luxury yachts are destinations in themselves. Share the experience of exploring the Caribbean with less than 128 fellow guests on one of the brand’s boutique ships, Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara and the soon to set sail Emerald Kaia, which makes its debut in early 2026, providing an engaging mix of activities and wellness on board and ashore. Enjoy your morning coffee with-a-view in the forward Observation Lounge, indulge in delicious cuisine created by top chefs in La Cucina, with indoor and outdoor seating options, and delight in complimentary sommelier-paired wines, wide selection of beers and soft drinks with your meals and throughout the day. The Pool Deck, with its infinity Aqua Pool, is the place to soak up the sun, with sunbeds dressed with colourful towels designed by Italian fashion house Missoni dotting the decks. Bespoke healthy snacks and juices are another part of the details. The Sky Deck is the perfect spot for a pre-dinner drink crafted by expert bartenders at the Sky Bar, watching the sun set over the Caribbean Sea. And, for a bit of self-care, the Elements Spa features an infrared sauna, massages and ESPA treatment products – which are also the luxury toiletries in each of the spacious guest suites. There’s even some play time in the sea available from the ships’ Marina Platform, boasting water toys galore and supervised by Emerald’s water-sports team.

After a busy day or swimming and exploring the islands, you are sure to find your perfect home away from home, in one of the six stateroom and suite categories available on board. Ranging from 180 to 1,190 square feet in size, each modern yet comfortable retreat boasts its own set of inclusions and all but six (in the Oceanview Stateroom category on Emerald Deck) of which feature large balconies or terraces. You'll also find complimentary bathrobes and slippers, bottled water restocked daily, Wi-Fi, a personal safe, umbrella and telephone. Take advantage of on-demand entertainment courtesy of your flat screen HDTV and infotainment system, featuring blockbuster films, TV and news channels, and make yourself comfortable with the individual climate control feature within each room.

Emerald Yacht Inclusions:
•    Airport transfers to and from your luxury yacht
•    Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on board
•    Complimentary beer, wine, soft drinks & selected cocktails throughout the day
•    Access to state-of-the-art tea and coffee machines
•    Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily
•    ESPA luxury toiletries in your ensuite bathroom
•    First-class service from an English-speaking crew
•    Included excursions with knowledgeable local guides
•    Complimentary Wi-Fi
•    BBQ lunch on fully equipped beach with live band
•    All airport taxes and port charges are taken care of
•    All gratuities onboard taken care of
Plus, the blissful benefit of being on island time is always included. 

To view all available Caribbean itineraries visit here or contact your Travel Professional for details.