Take to the high seas and discover the allure of the Caribbean this spring. Set sail from Fort Lauderdale and head south to the untouched beauty of the Bahamas, where guests can wander on white sands, swim in glistening azure seas or just relax amid the shady palms.

A day’s cruising leads to the Dominican Republic’s ultra-scenic Catalina Island. The island provides a cocktail of cultures including European, Caribbean and African influences that combine to create customs and cuisine unique only to itself.

The next ports of call are St. Maarten, Guadeloupe and Barbados, all beautiful exotic idylls. Following calls at Santa Cruz and Fuchal, the group is invited to visit the inimitable city of Barcelona, where the heady mix of vibrant nightlife and sophisticated cosmopolitan charm give the city an identity that is world renowned.

The trip departs Fort Lauderdale, USA, on March 15th 2009 with prices starting from £788 per person, based on two adults sharing an inside cabin for 16 nights, including all meals.

For more information or to book head over to Costa Cruises.