Cruising the ABC Islands: The Ultimate Port Guide
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I just got back from a cruise calling on the ABC Islands. So, I wanted to share my findings.
Bonaire is often skipped on itineraries. So you'll often find AC itineraries calling on Aruba and Curacao and they bypass Bonaire, but it shouldn't be.
If you can find an ABC itinerary, I highly recommend it.
The ABC islands, they're a trio of Caribbean gems, each with their own distinctive and fun and unique personality, and I love them all.
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Are you planning a Caribbean cruise and wondering what makes the ABC Islands, Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao, so special? 🌞 In this video, I’ll take you through why each of these Dutch Caribbean gems deserves a spot on your cruise itinerary! Important links: Book a Private Driver in Curacao (Tasha): https://www.profmelissa.com/drivers Book a Private Boat Charter in Bonaire (Hans & Rens): https://www.profmelissa.com/drivers Favorite Capital One Venture X card - https://bit.ly/4cbBF3U Get my FREE Port Guides: Aruba: https://www.profmelissa.com/blog/oranjestad Bonaire: https://www.profmelissa.com/blog/bonaire Curacao: https://www.profmelissa.com/blog/willemstad (0:50) What language do people speak on the ABC Islands? (1:43) How are Aruba, Bonaire, and Curacao different from each other? (2:30) Is Aruba a tender port and is the Aruba cruise port walkable? (4:04) What are the best things for cruisers to do in Aruba? (9:26) What's Aruba's climate? (9:54) What's the Bonaire cruise port like and is Bonaire a tender port? (10:40) What are the best things for cruisers to do in Bonaire? (11:36) Where is the best snorkeling in Bonaire? (13:41) What are the best beaches in Bonaire? (14:47) What are some unique things about Bonaire? (15:32) Is the Curacao cruise port walkable? (17:33) What are the beaches for cruiers to do in Curacao? (19:34) What are the best beaches in Curacao? (22:36) What’s the climate and time zone like on the ABC Islands? (24:16) Why should you check cruise ship schedules and holidays before visiting? ----------------------------------------------- PODCAST Want this video in audio form? Stream my podcast: Spotify: https://profmel.com/spotify Apple: https://profmel.com/apple ----------------------------------------------- LINKS 🛳 Shop my favorite cruise outfits and essentials: https://profmel.com/shop 🛳 Want to become a travel agent? https://www.profmelissa.com/travelagent 🛳 Get my top recommended travel card: http://www.profmel.com/card 🛳 Want to book a cruise or take a cruise with me? https://profmel.com/book 🛳 Get FREE Port Guides, cruise advice, and more at https://www.profmelissa.com/ 🛳 Get my FREE Cruise Packing List & Planning Guide: https://profmel.com/subscribe 🛳 Want to book my favorite private drivers? http://www.profmel.com/drivers ------------------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH ME TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@professormelissa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfMelissaCruises/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_melissa_newman/ ------------------------------------------------- Please note that sometimes, my posts contain affiliate links. This means I may receive a commission through purchases, but this does not affect you as a consumer or cost you more in any way. I appreciate your use of my links, as this helps support my channel. ♥️