Visit ten Caribbean islands in fourteen days onboard your ship Braemar, and experience an elegant and captivating atmosphere. During her recent major refit and lengthening, Braemar added over eighty passenger cabins and suites with balconies, bringing the standard occupancy up to 929. Voted 'The Best Refurbished Ship' in Cruise Critic's 'Editor's Pick Awards' 2009. 

 

The ship's public rooms rooms feature polished wood, gleaming brass fittings, subtle lighting and attractive fabrics, while the five-deck high atrium gives the vessel a very light and spacious feel. Cascading decks at the stern provide plenty of spaces for sun-bathing, while the vessel also has two open-air swimming pools with a poolside bar and twin jacuzzis.

 

There's a choice of places to eat: informal in Palms Cafe, or formal in the main Thistle Restaurant and the more intimate Grampian Restaurant.

 

Cabins 484

Passenger 927 Standard Occupancy

Crew 371

Refitted 2008

Fully Stabilised

Tonnage 24,344 grt

Length 195.92m

Beam (width)22.5m

Speed 17.0 knots

 

 

 

 

 

TOUR N - BARBADOS HIGHLIGHTS

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS

Departing from the quayside, we will embark on a journey to some of Barbados’s most beautiful and important historical sites. Our journey will begin as we head north along the West Coast, also known as the Platinum Coast. It is not only home to Holetown, the site where the first settlers landed in 1627, but is also home to the rich and famous.

 

TOUR L - HARRISON'S CAVE & SCENIC DRIVE

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS

Harrison’s Cave is a magnificent natural phenomenon, quite in a class of its own. Formed from a particularly beautiful type of crystallised limestone, this stunning cavern is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular natural attractions in the entire Caribbean. Though created over the course of hundreds of thousands of years, Harrison’s Cave has only been accessible to the general public since 1981.

 

TOUR G - ISLAND SAFARI

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS

This tour will appeal to those of us who enjoy soft adventure. Leaving the port in 4x4 vehicles, we will pass Gun Hill Signal Station and its stone-carved lion. Soon we venture off-road, for a view of what the island probably looked like when it was first settled in the 16th century.

 

TOUR R - HUNTE'S GARDENS

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS

Created by Anthony Hunte, a legendary horticulturalist with an unusual flair, Hunte’s Gardens are sure to appeal to keen gardeners and enthusiasts alike.

 

TOUR P - FAREWELL BARBADOS

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS

THIS TOUR IS NOT PRE-BOOKABLE – PLEASE VISIT THE TOURS OFFICE ONBOARD IF YOU WISH TO BOOK THE TOUR AND PLEASE NOTE THAT IT WILL ONLY OPERATE FOR GUESTS LEAVING THE SHIP IN BARBADOS.

 

TOUR E - ORCHID WORLD & PLANTATION TEA

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS

Our tour begins with a drive along Spring Garden Highway, up University Hill, and then out into the countryside, past the famous stone-carved British Lion.

 

TOUR B - CATAMARAN CRUISE & TURTLE ENCOUNTER

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS

Picture ourselves relaxing on the deck of a sleek catamaran, the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea lapping at the sides, beautiful palm-fringed beaches gliding by, and warm sunshine kissing our skin. With a gentle wind blowing in our hair, and the sweet sounds of the Caribbean in our ears, we will realise that life doesn’t get any better than this!

 

TOUR A - FROM COAST TO COAST

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS

Shortly after leaving Bridgetown Harbour, we pass by Pelican Village – a small arts and crafts centre which houses a number of shops offering locally made gifts and souvenirs. Next we drive along Broad Street, the main shopping area of Bridgetown, followed by Heroes Square (formerly Trafalgar Square).

 

TOUR O - SCENIC BARBADOS & BEACH ESCAPE

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS

Departing from the pier we will head north towards the parish of St. James, passing through Holetown with its monument commemorating the first British landing in 1605. The drive will continue to Highland Adventure Centre, at an elevation of more than 1,000 feet above sea level. Here we will enjoy a refreshing drink whilst taking in the breathtaking view of the East Coast.

 

TOUR Q - A FAREWELL DAY AT ALMOND CASUARINA RESORT

BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS

THIS TOUR IS NOT PRE-BOOKABLE – PLEASE VISIT THE TOURS OFFICE ONBOARD IF YOU WISH TO BOOK THE TOUR AND PLEASE NOTE THAT IT WILL ONLY OPERATE FOR GUESTS LEAVING THE SHIP IN BARBADOS.

 

TOUR J - ADVENTURE RIVER TUBING

ST GEORGE'S, GRENADA

Balthazar River ‘aint named Grenada’s Great River for notting’ as they say locally! Fed from sources located deep in the island’s interior, this river is nestled amongst the exotic tropical rainforest flora and fauna.

 

TOUR M - RUM & NUTMEGS

ST GEORGE'S, GRENADA

Departing from the port we will take the short drive to Quaranteen Point where we will take a photographic stop. Views of the one and a half mile stretch of the famous Grand Anse Beach will be clearly seen.

 

TOUR A - ISLAND DRIVE - EAST COAST

ST GEORGE'S, GRENADA

From the pier, we drive through the quaint capital of St George’s, perhaps the most appealing city in the entire Caribbean. Founded in the early 18th century by the French, St George’s still possesses something of the character of a French town, particularly in the red-tiled roofs and pastel colours of its traditional architecture.

 

TOUR B - THE RHUM RUNNER

ST GEORGE'S, GRENADA

A short walk from the port gate, the Rhum Runner waits at the jetty. To the sound of a steel band we are greeted by a smiling crew waiting to serve us with ice-cold rum punches. Once onboard we loop around the Carenage, St George’s inner harbour, before proceeding along the scenic coastline, hugging the shore. We shall stop at Morne Rouge Beach.

 

TOUR K - JEEP TOUR

ST GEORGE'S, GRENADA

Departing the quayside in our jeeps (typically ex-British military issue Land Rovers) we shall travel through the parish of St George and continue along the scenic East Coast, through the island’s centre to two of the island’s natural wonders.

 

TOUR I - CLEAR BOTTOM KAYAKING

ST GEORGE'S, GRENADA

Our tour today will allow us to take a journey in double manned 'sit on top' clear bottom kayaks - the next best thing to snorkelling or scuba diving!

 

TOUR G - DISCOVER CURACAO ISLAND

WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

Our Curaçao Island tour combines an interesting look at the countryside of Curaçao, the city of Willemstad and three major attractions on this Dutch Island. Departing from the quayside, our tour vehicle will drive past the salt flats and flamingos before proceeding to the spectacular Hato Caves – a dramatic collection of grottoes filled with stalactites, stalagmites and crystal clear pools, all of which have been centuries in the making.

 

TOUR D - DOLPHIN ENCOUNTER

WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

Interact with a beautiful bottlenose dolphin while standing waist-deep in water on a submerged platform.

 

TOUR E - BEACH BREAK

WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

Departing from the quayside by boat, we will be transferred to the wet and wild beach at Seaquarium; en route we can watch the scenery of the harbour and coastline pass us by.

 

TOUR C - SWIM WITH DOLPHINS

WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

This wonderful tour offers us a rare opportunity to swim and play with beautiful bottlenose dolphins. Prior to the activity, we will receive instructions from the experienced trainers.

 

TOUR A - SEE & SEA

WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

Departing from the quayside we will travel to the boarding destination of the Seaworld Explorer – a state-of-the-art semi-submarine originally developed for use on the Great Barrier Reef. Our vessel will not submerge; instead we descend into the hull of this cruising underwater observatory, one-and-a-half metres (five feet) below the surface of the water, to watch the fascinating underwater world through the clear glass windows.

 

TOUR B - VIRGIN ISLANDS SAILAWAY

ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA, VIRGIN ISLANDS (BRITISH)

Boarding a catamaran from the marina in Road Town, we commence an exhilarating cruise across the Sir Francis Drake Channel, retracing the paths of adventurers such as Drake, Columbus and Kidd on this historic waterway – scene of many skirmishes between the British, Spanish and Dutch, and haunting ground of marauding pirates who looted merchant ships laden with treasure!

 

TOUR I - SEE & SEA

ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA, VIRGIN ISLANDS (BRITISH)

Our launch will be awaiting our arrival at a local marina, before taking us on an exciting cruise amongst the beautiful islands of this unique archipelago.

 

TOUR A - ISLAND SECRETS DISCOVERED

ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA, VIRGIN ISLANDS (BRITISH)

After travelling by open-air safari bus through Tortola’s bustling capital of Road Town, we ascend Fort Hill to scenic Belle Vue. Driving along the Ridge Road, we pass the tiny hamlets of Manchester, Long Trench and Fahie Hill before vistas of Todmans, Meyers and Chalwell come into view prior to stopping at Mountain View at the entrance to the Sage Mountain National Park.

 

TOUR F - DOLPHIN ENCOUNTER

ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA, VIRGIN ISLANDS (BRITISH)

A wonderful opportunity to get up-close to a friendly dolphin!

A short drive will transfer us to the facility at Prospect Reef Resort. Natural seawater pools situated on the Sir Francis Drake Channel side of Tortola provide an idyllic setting.

 

TOUR K - ISLAND JEEP TOUR

ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA, VIRGIN ISLANDS (BRITISH)

We will be invited to enjoy an exciting tour in a safari jeep, along island roads and off-road virgin trails! 

 

TOUR G - DOLPHIN SWIM

ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA, VIRGIN ISLANDS (BRITISH)

An experience of a lifetime awaits those of us choosing to participate in this incredible activity!

 

TOUR C - TOUR TO VIRGIN GORDA

ROAD TOWN, TORTOLA, VIRGIN ISLANDS (BRITISH)

From Road Harbour, an excursion launch picks us up and takes us on an approximate 40-minute cruise along the Sir Francis Drake Channel to Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda.

 

TOUR I - PINEL ISLAND ECO SNORKEL

PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

Our tour today will offer us a unique snorkelling experience through the heart of the marine reserve at Pinel Island. We will be accompanied by a guide at all times, however we will also have use of the Amphicon system, which will allow us to listen to music and narrative on the reef, coral and fish – all whilst we are snorkelling!

 

TOUR E - ST MAARTEN 12-METRE CHALLENGE

PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

Recognised as a truly unique tour, the St Maarten Americas Cup 12-Metre Yacht regatta offers us a fantastic opportunity!

 

TOUR H - RENDEZVOUS BEACH TOUR

PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

Our tour today will take us to a charming beach bar and restaurant located on the delightful Orient Beach – locals critically acclaim this area as the ‘French Riviera of the Caribbean’, with more than one and a half miles of white sand, fringed by coconut palms and sea grape trees.

 

TOUR A - ISLAND TOUR & BUTTERFLY FARM

PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

Departing from Philipsburg, we will travel along the Great Salt Pond and through Sucker Garden where we shall pass by the monument that marks the Dutch/French border. Our coach will then continue on through the French Quartier D’Orleans, before arriving at the butterfly farm.

 

TOUR G - AN ISLAND UNDER TWO FLAGS

PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

We will depart the quayside by coach on a tour that will explore this island ruled by two nations; by the Dutch to the south and the French by the north.

 

TOUR B - GOLDEN EAGLE CATAMARAN CRUISE

PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

Sail in style! Onboard the catamaran we can sample freshly made baguettes and take advantage of a very open bar (including champagne!), while enjoying the thrill of sailing at up to 20 knots on the sparkling sea. We may spot flying fish or even dolphins while lying in the nets or lazing in the shade of the 24 metre (80 feet) sail.

 

TOUR F - HIDDEN FOREST HIKE

PHILIPSBURG, ST. MAARTEN, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

An approximate 35 minute coach journey will take us away from the hustle and bustle of modern life to experience the tranquillity of Loterie Farm, a private nature reserve and historical site.

 

TOUR F - BOTANICAL GARDENS OF NEVIS

BASSETERRE, ST KITTS, ST KITTS AND NEVIS

From St Kitts it is an approximate 35-45 minute ride by sea taxi along the coastline of the southeastern peninsula, to the Sister Island of Nevis – known as the ‘Queen of the Caribbean’.

 

TOUR G - SCENIC RAILWAY

BASSETERRE, ST KITTS, ST KITTS AND NEVIS

The St Kitts Scenic Railway has only been in operation since January 2003, but has already seen many visitors pass through her carriages. This exciting tour will take us on a complete circle around the entire island, by a combination of 17½ miles of rail and 11½ miles of road.

 

TOUR L - DEEP SEA FISHING

BASSETERRE, ST KITTS, ST KITTS AND NEVIS

Departing from the quayside, we will be invited to step onboard our fishing vessel, which will set sail to one of our captain’s favourite fishing grounds for an exciting few hours of fishing in the normally calm Caribbean sea!

 

TOUR C - CATAMARAN FANTA-SEA

BASSETERRE, ST KITTS, ST KITTS AND NEVIS

Aboard our catamaran we cruise along a truly scenic coastline, with mountains and secluded beaches to one side and the open Caribbean Sea to the other, where gentle trade winds help carry us along.

 

TOUR A - ESSENTIAL ST KITTS

BASSETERRE, ST KITTS, ST KITTS AND NEVIS

It is said that no trip to Basseterre would be complete without a stop at the two sites visited on this tour: Brimstone Hill Fortress and the Romney Manor Gardens.

 

TOUR K - SEA TREK REEF ADVENTURE

BASSETERRE, ST KITTS, ST KITTS AND NEVIS

Our tour will begin with a short scenic transfer to Frigate Bay, the hub of the island’s major hotels and restaurants. Upon our arrival we will board our boat for a relaxing ride along the southwest coast, passing by the rolling slopes and unspoilt beaches lining the peninsula.

 

TOUR H - SAFARI ISLAND DRIVE

BASSETERRE, ST KITTS, ST KITTS AND NEVIS

Departing the quayside in our open-sided safari vehicles, we will be invited to enjoy the beauty of this scenic Caribbean Island.

 

TOUR P - HORSEBACK RIDING IN ANTIGUA

ST JOHN'S, ANTIGUA, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

What could be a better way to experience the tranquility and views of the Caribbean than a relaxing scenic horseback ride along the beautiful beaches of Antigua!

 

TOUR O - ANTIGUA YACHT RACING

ST JOHN'S, ANTIGUA, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

Our tour today combines a panoramic tour of the island and an exciting yacht race. It is a little bit of everything to suit those who want to see the sights in a more exclusive and unique way.

 

TOUR H - SWIMMING WITH STINGRAYS

ST JOHN'S, ANTIGUA, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

From the pier we will take a short transfer through the scenic interior of Antigua to the quaint fishing village of Seatons. Here the professional staff at Stingray City will greet us.

 

TOUR Q - CIRCLE ANTIGUA BY SEA

ST JOHN'S, ANTIGUA, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

Upon our arrival, we shall have a short walk along the quayside before we are invited to board the ‘Excellence’, Antigua’s most exquisite, state-of-the-art catamaran. Today’s tour will allow us to enjoy a full circumnavigation of Antigua’s magnificent coastline - think you have seen all that Antigua has to offer? Wait until you experience the views by sea!

 

TOUR N - CRUSOE ISLAND ESCAPE

ST JOHN'S, ANTIGUA, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

Departing from the quayside, we shall have a short drive to Hodges Bay Club where we shall join our boat for a brief ten-minute transfer to our private and secluded island for the day, Prickly Pear Island. The island is Antigua’s oldest owner-operated excursion, now in its 37th year, and is one of Antigua’s best-kept secret hideaways.

 

TOUR G - CASTAWAYS BEACH ESCAPE

ST JOHN'S, ANTIGUA, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

Castaways restaurant lies on one of Antigua’s most beautiful beaches in Jolly Harbour on the west coast of the island. Here we will have some free time to let the sun warm our body and the beach soothe our soul as we enjoy one of Antigua’s most beautiful beaches, located in the lush tropical landscaped marina.

 

TOUR C - JEEP SAFARI

ST JOHN'S, ANTIGUA, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

This tour gives us a chance to see beautiful places on the island, which are inaccessible by bus, but no problem for our open-sided, four-wheel drive Land Rover jeep. Hold on to your hats for this fun-filled, off-road adventure!

 

TOUR D - HELICOPTER FLIGHT OVER VOLCANIC MONTSERRAT

ST JOHN'S, ANTIGUA, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

If there’s one tour we’re really going to ‘push the boat out’ for, perhaps this should be it! Our entire tour of Montserrat is over the ‘exclusion zone’, which is an area that has been designated off limits to ground transportation for the past few years. What better way to view it than by Bell helicopter!

 

TOUR A - SPECTACULAR ANTIGUA

ST JOHN'S, ANTIGUA, ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

Antigua is home to a beautiful 26 square kilometre (ten square mile) National Park in which lies the famous English Harbour and Nelson’s Dockyard. It will take us approximately 35 minutes to reach the National Park, where we shall stop at four sites of interest. Our journey through the centre of the island takes us past quaint villages, which epitomise the typical West Indian style and culture.

 

TOUR F - CHAMPAGNE SNORKELLING

ROSEAU, DOMINICA

Our tour today will take us on an approximate 15-minute transfer south of Roseau, through the picturesque village of Pointe Michel to Irie Safari’s watersports facility at Champagne.

 

TOUR A - DOMINICA'S FAVOURITES

ROSEAU, DOMINICA

Our tour begins with a visit to Morne Bruce, a 120 metre (400 feet) elevation, for a panoramic view of the city of Roseau – an ideal photo opportunity.

 

TOUR D - WONDERS OF WAITU KUBULI RIVER TUBING

ROSEAU, DOMINICA

This once-in-a-lifetime adventure is all about the water on the island! Waitu-Kubuli meaning ‘tall is her body’ is the original Carib name for Dominica. The rugged mountainous landscape has produced an abundance of natural wonders such as rivers, waterfalls, lakes and valleys.

 

TOUR B - RAINFOREST SAFARI

ROSEAU, DOMINICA

Picture this: no windows, no aisles, no glass barriers, just a 360 degree panoramic view to awaken the senses. As for this tour we travel by four-wheel drive, open-air ex-military jeeps! What better way to get to grips with this lush, scenic island.

 

TOUR G - EMERALD POOL & BEACH TRANSFER

ROSEAU, DOMINICA

Our tour will begin with an approximate 15 minute drive to an elevation of 400 feet – Morne Bruce – for a panoramic view of the city of Roseau, an ideal photo opportunity! Then it is on to Dominica’s Botanical Gardens, where during our short stop we will be able to view the island’s national birds – the Sisserou & Jacot Parrots – as well as discovering some of the island’s tallest and most exotic trees.

 

TOUR E - RAINFOREST AERIAL TRAM

ROSEAU, DOMINICA

Dominica’s aerial tram is the only one of its kind outside Central America. Join us on this rainforest adventure!

 

TOUR E - PIGEON POINT BEACH TRANSFER

SCARBOROUGH, TOBAGO, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

We will be transferred to Pigeon Point Beach, one of the most popular beaches on the island.

 

TOUR C - ISLAND EXPLORER

SCARBOROUGH, TOBAGO, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

Travelling through Scarborough en route to Fort King George, our first stop of the day is at the Tobago Museum. The museum, located in the barrack guardhouse of Fort King George, overlooking the capital of Scarborough, gives a glimpse into the island’s early history. Displays include Amerindian artifacts, military relics and documents from Tobago’s colonial history.

 

TOUR B - BUCCOO REEF

SCARBOROUGH, TOBAGO, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

After departing our ship, it is an approximate 15-minute drive along the Claude Noel Highway to Pigeon Point Beach. Upon arrival here, we will be led to our glass-bottomed boat, which will take us to Buccoo Reef.

 

TOUR A - RAINFOREST HIKE

SCARBOROUGH, TOBAGO, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

Discover the natural beauty of Tobago on this tour into the virgin rainforest – a must for eco lovers. The northern part of the island boasts the oldest protected rainforest in the world. This is due to Stephen Hales, a scientist who convinced plantation owners that if they continued cutting down the forest, they would destroy the balance of nature and reduce the island to a barren desert: remarkably, he did this in 1776.

 

TOUR D - ARGYLE WATERFALL

SCARBOROUGH, TOBAGO, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

We shall depart the quayside for a leisurely drive along Tobago’s windward coast towards Roxborough. From here our tour will set off on foot as we take to the Argyle Waterfalls trails, entering the oldest forest reserve in the Western Hemisphere.

 

TOUR I - RAINFOREST AERIAL TRAM

CASTRIES, ST LUCIA

Departing from the quayside, our tour will travel through the capital city of Castries before reaching a village nestled over 2,000 foot in the mountains.

 

TOUR E - HELICOPTER FLIGHTSEEING

CASTRIES, ST LUCIA

This tour entails a spectacular flight over the beautiful island of St Lucia. What a superb way to get some super photos from a unique vantagepoint!

 

TOUR D - DELIGHTS OF MAMIKU GARDENS

CASTRIES, ST LUCIA

We board our bus for a scenic drive to the south-eastern side of St Lucia. As we leave Castries, we will discover Morne Fortune – dotted with historical remnants that are evidence of this site’s important military role – and notice the abundance of banana palms of the Cul de Sac plantation.

 

TOUR K - PIGEON ISLAND SEA KAYAKING

CASTRIES, ST LUCIA

Our tour will begin with a short transfer to Rodney Bay. Upon our arrival, we shall receive a safety briefing and a short kayaking lesson before our sea kayaking adventure begins!

 

TOUR L - DEEP SEA FISHING

CASTRIES, ST LUCIA

The magnificent verdant twin peaks of St Lucia look over the Blue Caribbean Sea and all its mighty inhabitants; blue marlin, sailfish, tuna, wahoo! Sport fishing is the name of the game today and St Lucia’s tropical beauty makes for an unforgettable excursion.

 

TOUR C - LAND & SEA TO SOUFRIERE

CASTRIES, ST LUCIA

This tour must be one of the best in the Caribbean for offering spectacular scenery: lush green mountains, banana valleys, rainforests and fishing villages. And we will do a circuit around the island without having to spend the whole day on a bus!

 

TOUR A - NORTH OF THE ISLAND

CASTRIES, ST LUCIA

Explore the lush, tropical beauty of northern St Lucia on this tour, as we begin with a drive around the centre of Castries. We will see the vibrant and colourful local market and the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, with its magnificent architecture, before proceeding to Morne Fortune.