La Romana is a bustling port city on the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic. Once a major hub for sugar processing, La Romana is now a major tourist town. The biggest draw for cruise passengers is Casa de Campo, a vast seaside resort that offers tennis, horseback riding, and the number-one ranked golf course in the Caribbean. Those who don't want to spend the day at a resort may enjoy a guided walking tour of the old town, scouring the local markets in search of the island's famous pale-blue gemstone Larimar, or relaxing by the beach with a cocktail in hand.

The capital of Dominica, Roseau is a bustling city known for its lively downtown and its industrial port. The city is a hodgepodge of influences: traditional and modern, French and British, colonial and indigenous. Roseau has an attractive, walkable city center and several cathedrals that are worth visiting. Dominica’s biggest tourist attraction are its natural landscapes. Watch for sea life from the comfort of a boat on a dolphin or whale watching tour, or get within arm’s reach while snorkeling or scuba diving. Rainforest tours offer the possibility to discover hidden waterfalls or experience breathtaking views from the mountainous inland.

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Pointe-à-Pitre is the capital of the French overseas department of Guadeloupe, and thus belongs to the European Union. Together with Martinique, Guadeloupe forms the French Antilles.