Boston To San Juan Cruise 7 Nights • Boston, Massachusetts  • Brilliance of the Seas

Planning a cruise out of Boston? Dedicate some time before or after your vacation to soak up all the history and quaint New England charm this city has to offer. Start your adventure in the sprawling Boston Common park, the oldest city park in the United States. Then head to Boston Public Garden — the country’s first botanical garden — for a relaxing swan boat ride across the lagoon. If you want to check out some truly impressive architecture, go to Copley Square and admire the Romanesque exterior of Trinity Church, pop inside the historic Public Library, and walk past the local boutiques and restaurants housed in charming 19th-century townhouses along nearby Newberry Street. History buffs will find plenty of options to explore the city’s rich past, from the Salem witch trials to the American Revolution. Hop aboard a trolley tour to discover the best of Boston in one day, or hit the Freedom Trail, a two-and-a-half-mile walk through Downtown Boston that winds past 16 historically significant sites.

Your ship departs promptly at 5:00 pm, so plan to arrive at least 2-3 hours early to account for checking in and boarding protocols. During this time, many of the ship's amenities are open and operating, so feel free to start your vacation early.

Bermuda is an outdoor adventurer’s paradise. Explore British colonial landmarks, pastel-painted estates and military strongholds on land, or tee off on a brilliantly green golf course. For endless underwater thrills, journey beneath the waves to discover enthralling sea life and historic reef wrecks All while enjoying legendary pink sand beaches and plenty of quirky, delicious places to dine.

In the capital of St. John, you can peek into local craft shops or explore a centuries-old British naval base in Nelson’s Dockyard. If beachcombing is more your speed, choose from any of Antigua’s 365 beaches. The island offers the best of both worlds, from bustling markets and candy-colored colonial buildings to winding rainforest trails and hidden coves.

Tortola blends British roots, West Indies flair and a colorful history built upon pirate lore. Explore the capital city of Road Town. Charter a boat for a scenic sail. Or take a ferry to the neighboring islands of Virgin Gorda, Anegada or Jost Van Dyke.

Puerto Rico’s 500-year-old capital is a history buff’s dream come true. The Spanish settled this harbor as a New World home base, and that influence is still evident, from the fortress walls lining the coastline to the rainbow of colonial buildings along narrow streets. Venture further out from the old town and nature unfolds. You can scale high into the jungled mountains of El Yunque Forest, or keep to the foothills on a riverside horseback ride. If despacito is more your speed, pick a pristine beach and recline with codfish fritter and rum drink in hand. San Juan cruises give you the perfect outpost to dial up or dial down your vacation.

The cruise might have ended, but there are still some great activities to enjoy in the area. If you flew into this port, be mindful of your departure flight time and plan accordingly.