Which is better for a cruise, the Bahamas or the Carribean?

Question

Myself, my girlfriend and her 18 year old son are planning to take our first cruise this year and want to go somplace tropical between roughly May-June 2008. We are just starting to do research on all of our diifferent options and have narrowed it down to the Bahamas or the Carribean. Which would be a better choice and why? We are both in our mid 30's and like outdoor activities.

Answer 1

The carribean.  Alot more things to do and in my opinion, the ports are much nicer.  If you do the bahamas, try to get a cruise that also visits one of the cruise line's private islands.  Both Carnivals and RCCLs are great.  My favorite ports are Cozumel, Belize, Grand Turk  and Grand Caymen.

Answer 2

I think the Caribbean cruises have more interesting port of calls, with lots of fun things to do on land for all three of you.  

To me, the islands of the Bahamas are more limited in terms of culture, dining and shopping, and outdoor activities, altho there are some great sailing spots.

Many of the Caribbean islands have hiking in the rainforests,  river rafting and great waterfalls, to name a few, esp. if they have mountains.

If you are looking at the US virgin Islands, St.john is great- gorgeous variety of beaches, teriffic snorkeling,  hiking trails to the old sugar plantations, some cool restaurants and bars.  

Also, lots of beach front rentals for jetskis, etc. that your girlfriend's son would like.

You might also consider the British virgin islands, too.

Answer 3

The Bahamas because of all the beautiful  scenes and beautiful places to go and visit plus the different  type of food that they have is great. So visit the Bahamas you want be sorry.

Answer 4

bahamas

Answer 5

As a first cruise, I think cruising the caribbean has a lot more ports and activities to offer. Trust me it's all good no matter where you pick.

Here is a wonderful site for firstimers to research

http://www.cruisecritic.com

The zip line canopy tours are becoming very popular, your 18 year old would love it. I know Costa Rica and St Maarten has this excursion. Check out the Eastern Caribbean cruises.

Good Luck and enjoy)

Answer 6

SOUTH CARIBE!!! IS THE BEST ONE!