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When to go: January to April is best for warm, sunny weather. Currency: U.S. dollars are accepted in all destinations. Language: English (Fort Lauderdale); Papiamento/Dutch/English (Willemstad); Dutch/Papiamento (Oranjestad); Spanish/English (Cabo Rojo); English (Perfect Day CocoCay). Getting around: Water taxis, Uber, Lyft, shuttle services, buses and trains are all available in Fort Lauderdale; taxis, buses, trolley trains and car rental are used in Willemstad; trams, buses, taxis and car rental are available in Oranjestad. In Cabo Rojo, visitors can use taxis and motorcycle taxis as well as car rental, and there are also free tuk-tuks at the port. At Perfect Day, visitors can walk or take the free trams.
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Embark on this eight-night cruise to the Dutch Antilles to see crystal-clear waters and spectacular geological formations amid desert-like landscapes. Gather your crew on the Legend of the Seas for the largest waterpark at sea, epic meals and thrilling nightlife. Departs from Fort Lauderdale, FL on various dates.
Perfect Day CocoCay CALL US TO BOOK YOUR CARIBBE AN CRUISE
PERFECT DAY COCOCAY, BAHAMAS One of Royal Caribbean’s Ultimate Destinations, Perfect Day CocoCay has been designed exclusively for cruise passengers. This 125-acre private island features 10 neighborhoods complete with a waterpark, zip line, wave and adventure pools. Little ones are taken care of at Splashaway Bay, an expansive waterpark featuring water cannons and pools. From spiraling down towering waterslides
to relaxing in the overwater cabanas at Coco Beach Club, boredom is never an issue. There’s also the Oasis Lagoon, the Caribbean’s largest freshwater pool, complete with a swim-up bar. In-water loungers, umbrellas and swings are complimentary, with trams shuttling between attractions. Adults can escape to Hideaway Beach, a
child-free sanctuary featuring chic private cabanas with bottle service and Hideaway Hut, serving fresh ceviche and coconut shrimp baskets. For retail therapy, head to the island market for locally made crafts.
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