Caribbean cruises are no longer just for the rich and famous. In fact you can find very affordable Caribbean cruises these days, starting at around $85/night per person. Most Caribbean cruises will last for 7 days, but they can be booked for 14 days and some will be even longer, visiting more exotic ports of call.

The Caribbean offers not only crystal clear waters, but also the heritage of the islands. Visiting Jamaica on a Caribbean cruise is an unbeatable way to experience the culture of Rastafarian-ism and you will forever yearn for the beat of the drums after leaving. Don't forget to visit Hell when you are in Jamaica and get some pictures for your family album.

Caribbean cruises visiting the Bahamas are unforgettable with their white sand beaches and beautiful waters. Snorkeling is a favorite past time of visitors to the Bahamas and should not be overlooked as a fun day off the cruise ship. Sipping Bahama Mommas at a bamboo hut on the white sand beaches will be a tranquil time that you shall not soon forget.

The Cayman Islands are most well known for their offshore money accounts, but the beauty of these islands is unmatched by anything in the states. Caribbean cruises to the Caymans will surely provide you with the most awe inspiring island hopping that you could ever imagine.

Caribbean cruises are the perfect solution for the entire family. Caribbean cruise ships are usually crowded with families and most have teen and youth centers that your children will miss dearly when you return home. Friendships are often garnered on Caribbean cruises that cannot be matched in the world of work and stress. Relaxation often binds people together in a way that other mediums are incapable of.

Activities abound on Caribbean cruises, and on shore excursions, for the whole family. What child would not want to play in the white sand and lukewarm waters of the Bahamas? The heartbeat, or drumbeat, of Jamaica will echo in your family's ears for an eternity. Do not be surprised if you get home to find yourself purchasing some Bob Marley CD's. A word of caution here: Do not let the street thugs sell you any glass paraphernalia with residue or you will be in trouble when you hit customs. What happens in Jamaica, needs to stay in Jamaica.

Caribbean cruises can be booked any time of year. The most popular time to visit the Caribbean is in the winter to break those melancholy winter time blues. Most of the cruise ships servicing the Caribbean will also take Panama Canal cruises, if they are small enough to fit through the Locks.