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New Years Exotic Caribbean Cruise

New Years Exotic Caribbean Cruise

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  • Day 1 Miami, Florida (Friday: December 22, 2023 / Embark 5:30Pm)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Miami, Florida (Friday: December 22, 2023 / Embark 5:30Pm)

      Miami is an international city at Floridaโ€™s southeastern tip. Its Cuban influence is reflected in the cafes and cigar shops that line Calle Ocho in Little Havana. On barrier islands across the turquoise waters of Biscayne Bay is Miami Beach, home to South Beach. This glamorous neighborhood is famed for its colorful art deco buildings, white sand, surfside hotels and trendsetting nightclubs.

      Board the Norwegian Gem from 11:00am to 2:00pm - Join us for lunch on-board before we watch the ship sail away. Tonight meet all the other fun-loving singles at our Welcome Meet and Greet! Then it is time to get ready for a great evening of food, drinks and fun!

  • Day 2 Day At Sea (Saturday: December 23, 2023)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day At Sea (Saturday: December 23, 2023)

      Our first day at sea gives us the opportunity to get to know each other. Ride the slides or relax on our first days at sea as we have lots of fun shore excursions planned. The Bliss has two waterslides. One is a drop slide, the floor drops out and you sail through two loops over the water as the slide extends beyond the ship. The second slide is not your normal tube slide on a raft. Instead, two people can ride down the raft and inside is an amazing array of light tunnels. Also, join in all the exclusive singles or the exciting cruise activities that will be going on today.

  • Day 3 Georgetown Cayman (Sunday: December 24, 2023 / 8:00Am - 5:00Pm)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Georgetown Cayman (Sunday: December 24, 2023 / 8:00Am - 5:00Pm)

      The largest of the Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman is famous for its Seven Mile Beach, the popular Stingray City and its excellent diving. Both nature and history are preserved underwater with a collection of easily viewed shipwrecks.

      Included Shore Excursion - Stingray City Experience(3 1/2 hours) - Enjoy our boat ride to a series of sandbars in the shallow waters of Grand Caymanโ€™s North Sound where wild stingrays gather. When we arrive, hop in the clear blue water, which is about waist- to chest-high, to interact with the friendly stingrays. We can pet them, swim with them and feed them by hand with food provided by our guide. You can even go in for a stingray kiss, which local legend says brings you seven years of good luck! Then time for reef snorkeling before heading back to shore.

  • Day 4 Day At Sea (Monday: December 25, 2023)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day At Sea (Monday: December 25, 2023)

      If you have a passion for all things "wellness," the Norwegian Gem has designed a collection of activities to rejuvenate you-inside and out. Spend your day relaxing at the pool or check out one of the spa specials. Feeling more daring then take a turn around the race track or play a game of laser tag.

  • Day 5 Cartagena, Colombia (Tuesday: December 26, 2023 / 6:00Am - 2:00Pm)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Cartagena, Colombia (Tuesday: December 26, 2023 / 6:00Am - 2:00Pm)

      Cartagena is a port city on Colombiaโ€™s Caribbean coast. By the sea is the walled Old Town, founded in the 16th century, with squares, cobblestone streets and colorful colonial buildings. The Bazurto market is a traditional market offering fish, meat, fruit, clothing and is as important in Cartagena as the La Popa Convent or the Castle of San Felipe.

      Included Shore Excursion: City and Bazurto Market Tour plus Salsa - Cartagenaโ€™s center is flat and relatively small.. making it the perfect city for a soaking up the history and exploring the beautiful Old City streets. We will stroll the streets of Cartagena, soaking up history and viewing the multi-colored pastel balconies jutting out along the narrow streets, the coral-stone foundations and Moorish-columned buildings. Then we will walk through a maze of alleys, where our tour guide will introduce us to all kinds of fruit, herbs, vegetables, fish, seafood and meat. There is also a spice market and natural healing pharmacies.

      Music and dance is inextricably interwoven into the life of the people of Cartagena and Salsa dancing is an essential part of any trip to this amazing city. So tune in to the rhythms of the Latin coast and gain a fuller appreciation for the history and culture of the region, with our dance lesson in Cartagena.

  • Day 6 Panama Canal /Gatun Lake, Panama
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Panama Canal /Gatun Lake, Panama

      Few experiences can match todayโ€™s, a cruise from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic through one of the greatest man-made wonders of the world, the Panama Canal. Marvel at this incredible feat of engineering as we cruise the 48 miles of man-made waterway through the narrow isthmus of Panama. Experience firsthand the mighty locks that raise and lower our ocean-going vessel 85 feet using no other power than the force of gravity. Custom-built for the spectacular, the Norwegian Gem features an incredible 180-degree Observation Lounge for us to soak in every stunning moment.

  • Day 7 Puerto Limon, Costa Rica (Thursday: December 28, 2023 / 5:00Am - 3:00Pm)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Puerto Limon, Costa Rica (Thursday: December 28, 2023 / 5:00Am - 3:00Pm)

      Few experiences can match todayโ€™s, a cruise from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic through one of the greatest man-made wonders of the world, the Panama Canal. Marvel at this incredible feat of engineering as we cruise the 48 miles of man-made waterway through the narrow isthmus of Panama. Experience firsthand the mighty locks that raise and lower our ocean-going vessel 85 feet using no other power than the force of gravity. Custom-built for the spectacular, the Norwegian Gem features an incredible 180-degree Observation Lounge for us to soak in every stunning moment. Cruise Excursion: Caribbean Highlights - Sun/Beach/Wildlife/Plantations

      We Spend the day exploring highlights of Costa Ricaโ€™s Caribbean. Tasting farm-fresh tropical fruit, learn about the regionโ€™s sweetest export and see a banana plantation. Weโ€™ll also get an up-close look at Costa Rican wildlife like birds, monkeys, and frogs on a rainforest boat safari tour down the biodiverse Tortuguero Canals. Swim or sun at a local beach and take a tour of the bustling port city of Limon before we head back to the ship.

  • Day 8 Day At Sea (Friday: December 29, 2023)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day At Sea (Friday: December 29, 2023)

      If youโ€™re passionate about having fun, the Norwegian Gem and Best Single Travel has lots of activities designed to keep us on our toes and challenge our competitive spirit.

  • Day 9 Harvest Caye, Belize (Saturday: December 30, 2023 / 10:00Am - 4:00Pm)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Harvest Caye, Belize (Saturday: December 30, 2023 / 10:00Am - 4:00Pm)

      Harvest Caye sits at the southern end of Belize, about 50 miles north of the border between Guatemala and Honduras. And while it is an island, it sits only about a mile from the mainland and roughly five miles from the town of Placencia. Harvest Caye is a private island owned by Norwegian Cruise Line, located in southern Belize. The caye features wildlife exhibitions including a blue morpho butterfly house.

      Optional Day - Harvest Caye has so much to offer! From relaxing at the expansive pool area with swim-up pool bar and cascading waterfall, or try The Flighthouse, a thrilling 136-foot high venue for aerial activities featuring 3,000 feet of zip lining across the island, quick jumps and an observation deck with mainland views ($). Salt water lagoon for watersports such as kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and electric float boats ($). Large marina with food and bar area, offering guests a variety of exciting shore excursions. And an expansive shopping village featuring popular name-brand retailers as well as local Belizean crafts.

  • Day 10 Cozumel, Mexico (Sunday: December 31, 2023 / 12:00Am - 8:00Pm)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Cozumel, Mexico (Sunday: December 31, 2023 / 12:00Am - 8:00Pm)

      Cozumel, a mostly undeveloped Mexican island in the Caribbean Sea, is a popular cruise ship port of call famed for its scuba diving. At Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park, thereโ€™s diving spots around a section of the Mesoamerican Reef and the Museo Subacuรกtico de Arteโ€™s submerged sculptures. Chankanaab is an eco park surrounding a lagoon with underwater caverns, home to dolphins, manatees and sea turtles.

      Included Shore Excursion: Ultimate Snorkel & Beach Break - combines the best snorkeling reefs in Cozumel (Columbia Reef & El Cielo Reef), a sailing catamaran and the best water park in Cozumel (Playa Mia Grand Beach Park) into one awesome day. Start with pick-up just outside the cruise pier. Board a beautiful sailing catamaran where we will go snorkeling on famous El Cielo and Columbia reefs, the water is so clear! Then the bar opens up, serving all-you-can-drink cocktails and we sail to the beautiful beach at Playa Mia Grand Beach Park. Enjoy a buffet lunch, and the facilities including water parks, lounge chairs, watersports and more. Then more sailing and fun afterward as we sail back to our port.

  • Day 11 Day At Sea (Monday: January 1, 2024)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day At Sea (Monday: January 1, 2024)

      Our final day at sea together. Time to finish your jewelry projects, make any last minute purchases, take any last minue photos and to enjoy the calm of the sea as tomorrorow is disemabarkment day. Get your luggage packed then enjoy our Farewell Dinner together at one of the many specialty dining restaurants. 

  • Day 12 Miami, Fl (Tuesday: January 2, 2020 / Disembark At 7:00Am)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Miami, Fl (Tuesday: January 2, 2020 / Disembark At 7:00Am)

      At 7:00am the Norwegian Gem returns to Miami, Florida. Be sure to gather those emails to keep in touch with your new lifelong friends, and donโ€™t forget to plan ahead for your next singles vacation or cruise!

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

Youโ€™ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 35 / Max: 70

Age range allowed for this experience.

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