With time to commune with the sea, spend relaxing days on deck and immerse yourself in the buzz of onboard life, a cruise across the Atlantic offers the ultimate in on-the-water indulgence.
Regardless if you are exploring some of Europe’s hot spots or basking on the white sand beaches of a sub-tropical island in Bermuda, there is something timeless about a transatlantic cruise.
To truly enjoy an epic transatlantic voyage, you can sail from Florida for 13 nights to Barcelona Spain, stopping en route in Bermuda and later exploring the blue-green crater lakes in the volcanic Azores in Ponta Delgada. Your Atlantic Ocean crossing will be something like this.
On arrival at Fort Lauderdale, spend the first day exploring this beautiful coastal city. As many as 16 million visitors come each year to admire the miles and miles of white sandy beaches of Fort Lauderdale. After strolling the famous beachfront you can head to the Everglades to view large alligators and pink flamingos in their natural habitat.
You will be spending the next three days cruising on the high seas before your next port of call. While onboard, you have time to recharge by lounging by the poolside or getting pampered at the spa. Explore the different dining outlets on the ship and taste the delicacies before you arrive at the next amazing destination.
On day four you arrive at the Royal Naval Dockyard where you spend the day as you please. You may taste the local food or just stroll through the streets or visit museums. Go on a Dolphin Quest adventure if you want to get up close with these beautiful marine mammals.
For the next four days, you will be on the high seas before docking at Ponta Delgado, Azores on the ninth day of your cruise. Formed by underwater volcanic mountains, a stroll in the capital Sao Miguel will showcase excellent architecture dating back to the 16th century.
After three more days on the high seas, where you have ample chances to further relax and rejuvenate, you arrive in Valencia, Spain on day thirteen of your transatlantic trip. Valencia has slowly but steadily climbed the tourist radar and sections of the city. Here you find a slice of Spain not found anywhere else.
You will arrive early morning of the fourteenth day in Barcelona, a once sleepy city which now exudes European charm like no other and is thronged by visitors each year.
Round your transatlantic cruise dining at a tapas bar in the city and relish a range of local cuisine from delicious small portions to the more innovative larger dishes.
To sum up
Crossing the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean on a voyage of thirteen nights, at a pace to suit your style of travel makes for an epic sailing trip. Moreover, with multiple departure dates to choose from, you can easily find the perfect transatlantic trip you are looking for.
