Caribbean & Central America

23 nights sailing from Puerto Limon (Costa Rica) on cruise ship Balmoral

Itinerary: Sailing from Puerto Limon (Costa Rica), visiting Puerto Limon (Costa Rica), Cozumel (Mexico), Belize, Roatan (Honduras), Port Royal (Jamaica), Hamilton (Bermuda), Ponta Delgada (Azores), ending in Southampton.
from £2,349 Price per person based on double occupancy

Cruise Caribbean & Central America

23 nights sailing from Puerto Limon (Costa Rica) on cruise ship Balmoral

from £2,349 Price per person

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Inside

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Ocean View

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Superior Oceanview Fully Obstructed CO

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Balcony Junior Suite BJ

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Which stateroom suits you better?

Which cruise cabin is the best to book? If you are wondering what type of stateroom to book, don't worry, with our quick cabin guide we'll try to help you book the cabin that best suits you. Our cruise specialised agents are also here to help you book the perfect cabin for you.

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Cruise Itinerary

Full Itinerary
Day 1 Puerto Limon (Costa Rica)
Day 2 Puerto Limon (Costa Rica)
Day 3-4 at sea
Day 5 Cozumel (Mexico)
Day 6 Belize
Day 7 Roatan (Honduras)
Day 8 at sea
Day 9 Port Royal (Jamaica)
Day 10-11-12 at sea
Day 13 Hamilton (Bermuda)
Day 14-15-16-17-18 at sea
Day 19 Ponta Delgada (Azores)
Day 20-21-22-23 at sea
Day 24 Southampton
Caribbean & Central America Cruise itinerary  - Fred Olsen

Caribbean & Central America

23 nights Cruise on Balmoral. Sailing from Puerto Limon (Costa Rica), visiting Puerto Limon (Costa Rica), Cozumel (Mexico), Belize, Roatan (Honduras), Port Royal (Jamaica), Hamilton (Bermuda), Ponta Delgada (Azores), ending in Southampton.

Caribbean & Central America Cruise itinerary  - Fred Olsen
Caribbean & Central America Cruise itinerary  - Fred Olsen

Puerto Limon (Costa Rica)

In this region of Costa Rica, the tropical forest merges with the jungle. You can admire the tropical birds sitting on the tree branches of the palm trees or simply have a splash in the warm waters of the ocean.

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Puerto Limon (Costa Rica)

In this region of Costa Rica, the tropical forest merges with the jungle. You can admire the tropical birds sitting on the tree branches of the palm trees or simply have a splash in the warm waters of the ocean.

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Cozumel (Mexico)

Mexican heart and a Caribbean soul, Cozumel is a paradise which combines tradition, flavor and joy. You will always find a friendly face and a warm welcome to make your visit memorable. Cozumel is home to the largest reef system in the Americas, the Mesoamerican Reef. Teeming with hundreds of tropical fish, turtles and other vibrant sea life, it is truly a diver's dream. But even if you dont explore down into the depths of the ocean, there is much to see for snorkelers too. There are as many as 250 different species of tropical fish including the queen angelfish and the illusive toadfish, seen nowhere else in the world. Above the sparkling surface of the water, the trees are speckled with frigate birds, brown pelicans, olivaceous cormorants and others. If you look closely, you may catch a glimpse of a tree frog, a crocodile or the prehistoric iguana resting in the lush vegetation

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Belize

Belize is a country located on the northeastern coast of Central America. It is the only country in the area where English is the official language. Belize is bordered on the north by Mexico, to the south and west by Guatemala and to the east by the Caribbean Sea. Its mainland is about 180 mi long and 68 mi wide. Belize's abundance of terrestrial and marine species and its diversity of ecosystems give it a key place in the globally significant Mesoamerican Biological Corridor.Belize has a diverse society, with many cultures and languages. It is the only nation in the region with a British colonial history, and as a part of the Western Caribbean Zone, it shares a common colonial history with Anglophone Caribbean countries, sharing Elizabeth II as monarch of other Commonwealth realms in the Caribbean. Belize is known for its September Celebrations, and is the birthplace of chewing gum and Punta music.

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Roatan (Honduras)

Roatán, located between the islands of Útila and Guanaja, is the largest of Honduras' Bay Islands.The island was formerly known as Ruatan and Rattan. It is approximately 37 mi long, and less than 5.0 mi across at its widest point. The island consists of two municipalities (out of a total of four in the department). José Santos Guardiola in the east (named for the former president of Honduras) and Roatán (also including the Cayos Cochinos) further south in the west.The most populous town of the island is Coxen Hole, capital of Roatán municipality, located in the southwest. Other important towns include French Harbour, West End, and Oak Ridge (the capital of José Santos Guardiola municipality).The easternmost quarter of the island is separated by a channel through the mangroves that is 15 meters wide on average. This section is called Helene, or Santa Elena in Spanish. Satellite islands at the eastern end are Morat, Barbareta, and Pigeon Cay. Further west between French Harbour and Coxen Hole is Stamp Cay and Barefoot Cay.The main strip of the island is the coastal beach town of West End which also doubles as the island's main tourism hub and its center for diving. West End features a wide variety of bars and restaurants. Evenings in West End tend to move from North to South along the West End road with sunset drinks starting at Sundowners and The Landing, and late night drinks at The Blue Marlin and Nova Bar.West Bay Community is a short drive away from West End either by car or water taxi and although it is known for the world famous West Bay Beach; it also features some of the larger and more well known resorts on Roatán as well as their own restaurants and bars open to the public.

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Port Royal (Jamaica)

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Hamilton (Bermuda)

This port is esential in Bermudas, with buildings in pastel colors and business men running from one side of the town to the other with their jackets, ties and famous short trousers. From here you can set sail to see the more than 360 isles that form the Bermudas. You can also play a golf match in ne of the first category courses they have in the area.

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Ponta Delgada (Azores)

ponta Delgada is the capital od the Azores Islands, a portuguese archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic ocean. The historical neighbourhood of Ponta Delgada is lcoated behind the Avenida do Infante dom Enrique, a large avenue with paved sidewalks in black and white that surrounds the port. The tangled streets are beautiful and inspired in the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries.

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Southampton

Southampton offers a perfect port for the best cruise ships that sail from the UK due to its size, design and great organization. It's also an ideal port for all those ships visiting the UK. Southampton offers various parking options around the area if needed and also a wide range of hotels if you need a pre-cruise stay before sailing. See our amazing cruise deals sailing from Southampton. Please contact us if you need information about Southampton's cruise terminals.

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The ship: Balmoral

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Balmoral is the largest of Fred Olsen's ships but still has the warm, intimate and friendly atmosphere of the other ships and features 710 well-appointed rooms and suites  

Balmoral takes her name from the Scottish residence of the British Royal Family. The size of Balmoral is still small enough to navigate narrow waterways, such as the Kiel Canal, providing guests with some fantastic scenic cruising. There is plenty of space to relax on board Balmoral with a whole host of lounges and bars providing ample room and there is always a fine array of entertainment on throughout the day. The Scottish theme runs throughout the ship with the names of Balmoral's estaurants being influenced by the Highlands; the Ballindalloch, Avon and Spey. Whichever you dine in, you’ll be in for a treat as the Chef’s produce tantalising menus ensuring no two days are the same.  

Year renovated 2017
Beam 28.2 m.
Length 218.18 m.
Tonnage 43,537 tn.
Occupancy 1350
Ratio tonnage/passengers Very good 32:1
Number of decks 9
Number of staterooms 710
Number of staterooms with balcony 121
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What's included onboard?

Comfortable rooms and suites with tv, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and individually controlled air conditioning

Tempting cuisine every day throughout your cruise - with five course à la carte dinners, casual breakfast and lunch buffets and late-night snacks.

Self-service tea and coffee at selected venues, morning coffee with biscuits, and afternoon sandwiches and cakes.

Self-service tea and coffee at selected venues, morning coffee with biscuits, and afternoon sandwiches and cakes.

In-room sandwiches and snacks.

All evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, live music and dancing.

Captain's Drinks Party and Gala Buffet.

Use of leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and gym.

A wide choice of on board activities and lectures throughout the day.

All UK port taxes (where collectable in advance).

Luggage porterage between your room and the drop-off/pick-up point.

What's not included?

Travel to/from your port or airports.

All drinks on board (optional 'All Inclusive Upgrade' available on selected cruises).

Shore Tours

Hairdressing, health, beauty treatments, and selected fitness classes.

Personal laundry and dry cleaning.

Passports and visa costs. Holiday Insurance

Government levies or taxes introduced after publication of this brochure.

Discretionary gratuities to the crew, drivers, guides, etc. on board and ashore.

Evening dining in our premium restaurants; The Grill, The Black Watch Room & The Poolside

What you need to know

Types of Fares

Fares displayed on our website are generally Saver Fares which are more economical but you can also book an All Inclusive Package that includes a of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks for just £24.99 pp/pn or £35 pp/pn cruises of five nights or less. This is called Freedom Fare. Call 020 3636 9656 if you are interested in this Great value-for-money Fare or if you need more information and advice

Saver Fares - Full payment is required at the time of booking. 100% cancellation charges apply - no refunds are permitted. // Freedom Fares - included Benefits and flexibility. You can choose your cabin at the time of booking. 15% deposit on bookings before 90 days of departure. The Freedom Fare includes also a Free shuttle bus to the local centre (where operating). Priority embarkation in UK departure ports. Priority debarkation at the end of the cruise (available on request, but not guaranteed). Room upgrades are subject to availability and may be complimentary or payable.

Mandatory Insurance

Having suitable insurance cover is a mandatory requirement for your cruise.Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is also pleased to work in association with specialist cruise insurance provider Holiday Extras.They can provide full Coronavirus cover. This can include cover for guests who contract Covid-19 prior to their cruise and therefore have to cancel their holiday, as well as cover for up to £15m if a guest contracts Covid-19 while travelling. This covers medical assistance, repatriation and accommodation costs for a guest and their travelling companion.

*Top Tip: Be properly insured for you and your Fred. Olsen cruise holiday. If you haven’t declared all your pre-existing medical conditions to your insurer or have not taken out an insurance policy that covers a holiday at sea, the financial consequences could be significant to you. Don’t risk a large financial bill. Tip Two: Avoid potential loopholes. It is tempting to save money and opt for the cheapest holiday insurance. However, many of these policies have loopholes that will not provide cover for the exact circumstance in the claim. Be sure to thoroughly investigate what’s covered in the policy. Tip Three: Consider annual cover. For travellers lucky enough to be embarking on several trips a year, annual policies may work out to be the best value. For multiple holidays, an annual insurance policy provides cover for the year ahead. What is the difference between cruise insurance and general travel insurance? General travel insurance is mostly designed for those planning to relax on a land-based holiday, by the pool, on the beach, or with a little sightseeing, for example. A cruise holiday has very different elements, requiring a more specialist cover. It’s unlikely that a standard holiday insurance policy would provide cover in the unfortunate event of having to be medically evacuated by helicopter or launch whilst at sea. This, for instance, is the type of scenario that specialist cruise insurance would take into account, giving you reassurance that you’re suitably covered throughout your trip should the unexpected occur.

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