YMCA Alumni Reunion at Sea

February 19-26, 2017  |  3 Exotic Islands  |  7 Days and Nights You’ll Never Forget

 

DATE PORT LOCATION ARRIVE DEPART
19 Feb. Orlando (Port Canaveral), FL 4:30 pm
20 Feb. Cruising
21 Feb. Labadee, Haiti 7:00 am 4:00 pm
22 Feb. San Juan, Puerto Rico 1:00 pm 9:00 pm
23 Feb. Philipsburg, St. Maarten 8:00 am 5:00 pm
24 Feb. Cruising
25 Feb. Cruising
26 Feb. Orlando (Port Canaveral), FL 6:00 am

Ports of Call

Labadee, Haiti

Zip Line at Labadee

Only Royal Caribbean can take you to the private beach destination of Labadee. Our private paradise sits on the north coast of Haiti, surrounded by beautiful mountain slopes and exotic foliage. This exclusive destination offers pristine beaches, breathtaking scenery, incredible thrills and spectacular water activities. Regardless of where you go, you'll find yourself embraced by the beautiful landscape. Labadee's native charm, along with its natural beauty, make this a destination not to be missed. It's impossible to choose just one thing that's special about Labadee. The inviting beach, coral reefs and exciting amenities provide a perfect place to relax and have fun.

Fun Things to Do
  • Soar down the Dragon's Breath Flight Line, the world's longest zip line over water.
  • Beat the heat on the exciting 300 foot long Dragon’Äôs Splash Waterslide that goes through 10 twists and turns, and ends up in the splash zone at Columbus Cove.
  • Feel the rush of coasting at 30 miles per hour on the Dragon's Tail Coaster, a thrilling ride featuring some of the best views of our private beach.
  • Relax in a more private setting in the upscale sea view cabanas overlooking the action of Nellie's Beach. Each luxury cabana rental includes 2 floating beach mats, lunch buffet at Columbus Cove Cafˆ©, Dragon's Cafe or Cafˆ© Labadee, water cooler with 6 bottles of water, the use of beach towels and the service of a cabana attendant.
  • Soak up the sun while floating over the gentle waves on a beach mat.
  • Enjoy the fun-filled Arawak Aqua Park as you bounce and slide on trampolines, water slides, a rolling log, and many other floating inflatable water toys.
  • Choose from several open-air dining venues offering a delicious selection of BBQ, grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, fruits, vegetables, and refreshing drinks. Bar service is easily available throughout Labadee.

Sporting Adventures
  • Experience the rush of soaring 500 feet above the beaches of Labadee on the Dragon’Äôs Breath Flight Line. Swoop down along the longest zip line in the world over water.
  • The Dragon’Äôs Tail Coaster will take you on a wild ride of curves, swerves and dips through the mountainside forest with views of the ocean and your ship.
  • Grab a bird's-eye view as you soar 400 feet above the beautiful peninsula of Labadee on a thrilling parasail ride.
  • Paddle through the enchanting Bay of Labadee¬Æ on a kayaking tour. Absorb the breathtaking surroundings and learn a bit about the Haitian culture.
  • Take an exhilarating ride aboard a Wave Jet personal watercraft along the scenic coast of Labadee¬Æ. See your ship from a perspective rarely witnessed by other guests.

Get a Taste of Local Flavor
  • Shop for beautiful handmade local artwork, woodwork and crafts. You'll want to bring cash so you can take home a special memento of this private paradise.
  • Our special "Labaduzee" is waiting for you - our signature frozen drink that is out of this world. Sip yours while relaxing in a shady hammock to capture the true spirit of Labadee.

Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

One of the largest islands in the Eastern Caribbean, Puerto Rico's landscape encompasses mountains, underground caves, coral reefs, white-sand beaches and an incredibly massive rain forest that supplies fresh water to most of the island. At the same time San Juan, the capital of the commonwealth, is a big city with a bustling business district, glitzy resorts and casinos, as well as one of the most stunning examples of colonial life in the Western world.

Explore Old San Juan, the second-oldest European settlement in the New World. Ride to San Felipe El Morro, the most dramatic of all the city’s military fortifications. Visit the Casa Blanca Museum & Gardens, the Ballaja Barracks, Quincentennial Square, San Jose Church, San Juan Cathedral, and Cristo Chapel.

Get a Taste of Local Flavor

Puerto Rico is a great place to enjoy authentic Spanish-style sangria and taste a wide array of delicious tapas.

St. Maarten

St. Maarten Regatta

When the Spanish closed their colonial fort on St. Maarten in 1648, a few Dutch and French soldiers hid on the island and decided to share it. Soon after, the Netherlands and France signed a formal agreement to split St. Maarten in half, as it is today. Philipsburg displays its Dutch heritage in its architecture and landscaping. The island offers endless stretches of beach, beautiful landscapes and great shopping.

The One Thing You Don't Want to Miss
Compete in an actual race on an America's Cup shortened course. Grind a winch, trim a sail or just sit back and enjoy. Professional sailors will give you a quick lesson, then you're off to compete on Stars and Stripes, one of the most famous sailboats in the world.

Other Fun Things to Do
  • Rendezvous at one of the newest and trendiest restaurants in French St. Maarten. Explore Orient Bay, the French Riviera of the Caribbean, with over 1-1/2 miles of white-sand beaches.
  • Admire the delicate nature and dazzling colors of hundreds of butterflies as you tour St. Maarten's popular Butterfly Farm.

Sporting Adventures
  • Tour the saltwater lagoons by kayak, and discover egrets, plovers, heron and pelicans.
  • Discover the undersea world of coral reefs and exotic fish as you take a snorkeling expedition through Shipwreck Cove.
  • Experience St. Maarten's vibrant history by bicycle.

Shopping for Bargains

There are about 500 duty-free shops on St. Maarten with prices 25% to 50% below those in the U.S. The selection of jewelry and watches is premier on the Dutch side of St. Maarten. Friendly competition between merchants guarantees excellent prices on emeralds, diamonds, rubies, sapphires, pearls, gold and silver. St. Maarten offers a wide selection of fine jewelry and watches from such well-known designers as C2K, Caribbean Hook, Honora, House of Tanzanite, John Atencio, John Hardy, Kabana, Roberto Coin, Starnight, White Diamonds, Alfex, Concord, Faconnable, Gucci, Maurice Lacroix, Michele, Movado, Wenger, La Nouvelle Bague and more. Be sure to try a bottle of St. Maarten's own guavaberry liqueur. The guavaberry is exclusive to this island.

Agenda

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