8 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise

The 8 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise is a 8-night Bahamas cruise aboard Symphony of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean. Departing Fort Lauderdale on August 28, 2027, the voyage visits 5 ports. Fares start from $1,321 per person.

Length: 8 nights
Departs: Aug 28, 2027
Returns: Sep 5, 2027
Ports of call: 5
Days at sea: 3

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Itinerary

Day 1 Aug 28, 2027 Fort Lauderdale Departs 16:00 With its heady mix of Creole culture and French sophistication, there is more than a pinch of je ne sais quoi in Fort de France. The capital of Martinique, and by far the biggest city in the whole of the French West Indies, if you are looking for Paris in the Caribbean, you’ll find it in Fort de France. The island has been under French govern since 1638 when the first governor of Martinique Jacques Dyel du Parquet commissioned a fort (from which the city takes its name) to keep out invaders. Not even an unsuccessful attack by the British in 1720, nor the French Revolution in 1789, has been able to shake the French govern of the island and today the city’s French and Creole heritage are impossible to untangle. The colonial past is everywhere, take a stroll down the narrow streets and enjoy the remarkable architecture of the Schœlcher Library, St. Louis Cathedral and the Old Town Hall. Among the many legacies Dyel du Parquet left on the island is sugarcane. A drive through the tropical forests will not only reward you with trees bending under the weight of papayas, mangoes and bananas, but will also afford superb vistas of the elegant plant swaying in the breeze. The arrival and subsequent export of sugar brought the French bourgeoisie in their droves and many of their mansions are still standing. Josephine de Beauharnais, the Napoleonic Empress of “not tonight” fame, hails from the island and those interested will find her childhood home, La Pagerie in nearby Trois Ilets. Fort Lauderdale port guide Search cruises visiting Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale photo — Day 1 Aug 28, 2027 Fort Lauderdale Departs 16:00 With its heady mix of Creole culture and French sophistication, there is more than a pinch of je ne sais quoi in Fort de France. The capital of Martinique, and by far the biggest city in the whole of the French West Indies, if you are looking for Paris in the Caribbean, you’ll find it in Fort de France. The island has been under French govern since 1638 when the first governor of Martinique Jacques Dyel du Parquet commissioned a fort (from which the city takes its name) to keep out invaders. Not even an unsuccessful attack by the British in 1720, nor the French Revolution in 1789, has been able to shake the French govern of the island and today the city’s French and Creole heritage are impossible to untangle. The colonial past is everywhere, take a stroll down the narrow streets and enjoy the remarkable architecture of the Schœlcher Library, St. Louis Cathedral and the Old Town Hall. Among the many legacies Dyel du Parquet left on the island is sugarcane. A drive through the tropical forests will not only reward you with trees bending under the weight of papayas, mangoes and bananas, but will also afford superb vistas of the elegant plant swaying in the breeze. The arrival and subsequent export of sugar brought the French bourgeoisie in their droves and many of their mansions are still standing. Josephine de Beauharnais, the Napoleonic Empress of “not tonight” fame, hails from the island and those interested will find her childhood home, La Pagerie in nearby Trois Ilets. Fort Lauderdale port guide Search cruises visiting Fort Lauderdale

Day 2 Aug 29, 2027 Nassau 07:00 – 16:00 9.0 hrs ashore Proclaimed a pirate republic by the early 1700s, Nassau once sheltered more than 1,000 pirates, outnumbering the hundred inhabitants of the town. While its pirate history runs deep, today Nassau, located on the island of New Providence, is the capital and commercial centre of the Bahamas and the archipelago’s largest city. AS you arrive on an MSC Caribbean and Antilles cruise, take in Nassau’s charming colonial-style buildings and pastel-coloured wooden shops that alternate with Georgian-style structures. Founded by the British in 1670, Nassau stretches from the harbour to Bay Street, the main drag through town that is replete with shops, souvenirs, restaurants and entertainment. At Straw Market, where typical Bahamian souvenirs are sold, be prepared to bargain – it’s a tradition that is almost a duty. A popular tourist area is Cable Beach, a 4-mile stretch of beach and resorts on the north central coast of New Providence, 3 miles from Nassau. Paradise Beach, on Paradise Island, is one of the best beaches in the area. For a nearly private beach experience, take an MSC excursion to Blue Lagoon Island, a private island with one of the most secluded beaches in the Bahamas, or opt for a VIP beach cabana experience at the offshore picture-perfect oasis of Balmoral Island. Book an MSC excursion to Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island, where you can enjoy a diverse choice of attractions. These range from Aquaventure, an exhilarating 141-acre waterpark where you can ride swells of rapids and fly down 7-story slides, to the Dig, a faux archaeological site that recreates the ruins of ancient Atlantis, or Predator Lagoon, home to sharks, rays, barracudas and sawfish. For something special, take a bush medicine gardens and tea tour, an exclusive Martha Stewart & MSC Cruises excursion, to learn about local traditions and botany. Then sip afternoon tea and dine on scones and dainty finger sandwiches at the lavish Graycliff Hotel, a landmark property that since 1740 has housed pirates, privateers and prisoners alike. Don’t miss the magnificent views of Nassau, Paradise Island and a good portion of the Bahamas from the top of Queen’s Staircase at Fort Fincastle. Watch as water cascades alongside the his-torical staircase, comprising 65 steps hand-carved out of solid limestone rock by 600 slaves between 1793 and 1794. Nassau port guide Search cruises visiting Nassau

Nassau photo — Day 2 Aug 29, 2027 Nassau 07:00 – 16:00 9.0 hrs ashore Proclaimed a pirate republic by the early 1700s, Nassau once sheltered more than 1,000 pirates, outnumbering the hundred inhabitants of the town. While its pirate history runs deep, today Nassau, located on the island of New Providence, is the capital and commercial centre of the Bahamas and the archipelago’s largest city. AS you arrive on an MSC Caribbean and Antilles cruise, take in Nassau’s charming colonial-style buildings and pastel-coloured wooden shops that alternate with Georgian-style structures. Founded by the British in 1670, Nassau stretches from the harbour to Bay Street, the main drag through town that is replete with shops, souvenirs, restaurants and entertainment. At Straw Market, where typical Bahamian souvenirs are sold, be prepared to bargain – it’s a tradition that is almost a duty. A popular tourist area is Cable Beach, a 4-mile stretch of beach and resorts on the north central coast of New Providence, 3 miles from Nassau. Paradise Beach, on Paradise Island, is one of the best beaches in the area. For a nearly private beach experience, take an MSC excursion to Blue Lagoon Island, a private island with one of the most secluded beaches in the Bahamas, or opt for a VIP beach cabana experience at the offshore picture-perfect oasis of Balmoral Island. Book an MSC excursion to Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island, where you can enjoy a diverse choice of attractions. These range from Aquaventure, an exhilarating 141-acre waterpark where you can ride swells of rapids and fly down 7-story slides, to the Dig, a faux archaeological site that recreates the ruins of ancient Atlantis, or Predator Lagoon, home to sharks, rays, barracudas and sawfish. For something special, take a bush medicine gardens and tea tour, an exclusive Martha Stewart & MSC Cruises excursion, to learn about local traditions and botany. Then sip afternoon tea and dine on scones and dainty finger sandwiches at the lavish Graycliff Hotel, a landmark property that since 1740 has housed pirates, privateers and prisoners alike. Don’t miss the magnificent views of Nassau, Paradise Island and a good portion of the Bahamas from the top of Queen’s Staircase at Fort Fincastle. Watch as water cascades alongside the his-torical staircase, comprising 65 steps hand-carved out of solid limestone rock by 600 slaves between 1793 and 1794. Nassau port guide Search cruises visiting Nassau

Day 5 Sep 1, 2027 Oranjestad, Aruba 11:30 – 23:00 11.5 hrs ashore Located in the southern Caribbean, Aruba stands out with its desert-like vistas, wind-shaped trees, natural rock formations and breath-taking beaches. Its terrain offers plenty of opportunity for exploration and off-road trekking. As you arrive on an MSC Caribbean and Antilles cruise in Oranjestad, the tax-free capital named after William I (the Prince of Orange and the first King of the Netherlands), admire the city’s charming Dutch Colonial architecture with its antique buildings and houses that blend in with today’s modern architecture. Not much grows on Aruba. However, its hot dry climate is ideal for aloe farming. Book an MSC excursion to the Aruba Aloe Museum & Factory, and learn about the 160-year history of aloe farming on the island. If adventure is on your agenda, get on a UTV on an MSC excursion that will take you through Aruba's outback, skirting along the coastline with visits to the Alto Vista Chapel, the Bushiribana Gold Mill ruins that remind us of Aruba's 19th-century gold rush, and to the early 20th-century California Lighthouse, which bears the name of an unfortunate ship that sank nearby in 1891. An on-road driving MSC excursion will visit those sites as well, along with the amazing Casibari Rock Formation, or huge diorite boulders found in the centre of the island. Take a “Natural Aruba” MSC excursion to tour the Butterfly Farm, then pass countless divi divi trees and cacti before arriving at Aruba’s Natural Bridge, a wonder carved out of solid coral by the relentlessly pounding surf. Or relax in the calm waters lapping Arashi Beach and Palm Beach, while snorkelers will enjoy our catamaran sailing excursion that explores Boca Cathalina and the “Antilla” World War II shipwreck, considered to be one of the top dive and snorkel sites of the Caribbean. Oranjestad, Aruba port guide Search cruises visiting Oranjestad, Aruba

Day 6 Sep 2, 2027 Willemstad, Curacao 08:00 – 17:00 9.0 hrs ashore A beauty to behold, Curaçao, a Dutch Caribbean island just off the coast of Venezuela, offers dramatic coastlines, hidden beaches tucked into coves, expansive coral reefs, wondrous caves and two different climates: one wet and tropical, the other dry. Abuzz with European flair, Willemstad, the capital, boasts a thriving art and culinary scene, pretty pastel-coloured colonial architecture, museums and a go-go attitude, thanks in part to its booming economy. As you arrive on an MSC Caribbean and Antilles cruise in Willemstad, you’ll have options for MSC excursions at your fingertips as diverse as its climate: Cultural tours or nature tours? Beach or hiking? A blend of both? The choice is yours. Start by exploring the narrow alleys and gaze at the curious houses in bright colours in the picturesque old town of Willemstad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dutch colonial-style houses with sloping roofs, and alternating pink, light green, blue and yellow colours contrast with the monochrome blue of the sky and sea, a panorama worthy of Instagram. MSC excursions let you hop on a trolley tour or join a guided walking tour to marvel at the city’s best known sites. At the mouth of the bay of Sint Annabaai, between the two districts of Willemstad, lies Fort Amsterdam, one of the most important forts on the island. Built in 1635, the fort is now the seat of the governor, and houses a Protestant church and a museum. The church, built in 1769, was fired upon by a British warship in 1804, and you can still find a cannonball embedded in the southwestern wall of the church. Another fort worth seeing is Fort Beekenburg, overlooking Caracas Bay. Constructed in 1703, it was actively used in the 19th century to defend against the French, British and pirates, and is one of the best-preserved fortifications in the Caribbean. A Curaçao cruise lets you tour the factory where the world-famous Curaçao liqueur is made. At the sunshine yellow Chobolo Mansion, visit the old distillery to learn how the distillation process works and, of course, you get to sample the Blue Curaçao liqueur. For an otherworldly experience, opt for a short drive to the north of Willemstad, passing salt flats and flamingos, to explore the Hato Caves on a guided tour. At this natural wonder, you’ll learn about stalagmites, stalactites, limestone formations and, if you're lucky, you’ll spot long-nosed fruit bats. Or to observe the stunning coastline, another MSC excursion takes you on a country drive, past old plantation homes, to Boka Tabla, part of Shete Boka National Park, on the north coast. Admire the phenomenon of how the pounding surf has over time formed beautiful coves and interesting rock shapes stretching over seven miles of unspoiled shoreline. Willemstad, Curacao port guide Search cruises visiting Willemstad, Curacao

Willemstad, Curacao photo — Day 6 Sep 2, 2027 Willemstad, Curacao 08:00 – 17:00 9.0 hrs ashore A beauty to behold, Curaçao, a Dutch Caribbean island just off the coast of Venezuela, offers dramatic coastlines, hidden beaches tucked into coves, expansive coral reefs, wondrous caves and two different climates: one wet and tropical, the other dry. Abuzz with European flair, Willemstad, the capital, boasts a thriving art and culinary scene, pretty pastel-coloured colonial architecture, museums and a go-go attitude, thanks in part to its booming economy. As you arrive on an MSC Caribbean and Antilles cruise in Willemstad, you’ll have options for MSC excursions at your fingertips as diverse as its climate: Cultural tours or nature tours? Beach or hiking? A blend of both? The choice is yours. Start by exploring the narrow alleys and gaze at the curious houses in bright colours in the picturesque old town of Willemstad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dutch colonial-style houses with sloping roofs, and alternating pink, light green, blue and yellow colours contrast with the monochrome blue of the sky and sea, a panorama worthy of Instagram. MSC excursions let you hop on a trolley tour or join a guided walking tour to marvel at the city’s best known sites. At the mouth of the bay of Sint Annabaai, between the two districts of Willemstad, lies Fort Amsterdam, one of the most important forts on the island. Built in 1635, the fort is now the seat of the governor, and houses a Protestant church and a museum. The church, built in 1769, was fired upon by a British warship in 1804, and you can still find a cannonball embedded in the southwestern wall of the church. Another fort worth seeing is Fort Beekenburg, overlooking Caracas Bay. Constructed in 1703, it was actively used in the 19th century to defend against the French, British and pirates, and is one of the best-preserved fortifications in the Caribbean. A Curaçao cruise lets you tour the factory where the world-famous Curaçao liqueur is made. At the sunshine yellow Chobolo Mansion, visit the old distillery to learn how the distillation process works and, of course, you get to sample the Blue Curaçao liqueur. For an otherworldly experience, opt for a short drive to the north of Willemstad, passing salt flats and flamingos, to explore the Hato Caves on a guided tour. At this natural wonder, you’ll learn about stalagmites, stalactites, limestone formations and, if you're lucky, you’ll spot long-nosed fruit bats. Or to observe the stunning coastline, another MSC excursion takes you on a country drive, past old plantation homes, to Boka Tabla, part of Shete Boka National Park, on the north coast. Admire the phenomenon of how the pounding surf has over time formed beautiful coves and interesting rock shapes stretching over seven miles of unspoiled shoreline. Willemstad, Curacao port guide Search cruises visiting Willemstad, Curacao

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 77-day span: $1,321 · range $1,321–$1,434

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Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

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from $1,321

$165 / night

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Interior - Guarantee

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from $1,321

$165 / night

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Interior

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from $1,502

$187 / night

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Connecting Interior

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from $1,531

$191 / night

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Interior with Virtual Balcony

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from $1,552

$194 / night

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Central Park View Interior

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from $1,572

$196 / night

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Promenade View Interior

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from $1,592

$199 / night

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Oceanview

from $1,492

$186 / night

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Ocean View - Guarantee

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from $1,492

$186 / night

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Ocean View

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from $1,762

$220 / night

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Ocean View

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from $1,792

$224 / night

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Balcony

from $1,542

$192 / night

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Neighborhood Balcony - Guarantee

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from $1,542

$192 / night

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Balcony Stateroom - Guaranteed

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from $1,641

$205 / night

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Boardwalk View Balcony

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from $1,822

$227 / night

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Central Park View Balcony

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from $1,851

$231 / night

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Ocean View Balcony

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from $1,941

$242 / night

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Ocean View Balcony

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from $1,971

$246 / night

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Oceanview Balcony

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from $1,991

$248 / night

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Ocean View with Large Balcony

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from $2,032

$254 / night

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Suite

from $3,416

$427 / night

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Suite - Guarantee

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from $3,416

$427 / night

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Junior Suite

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from $3,746

$468 / night

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Sky Junior Suite

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from $4,816

$602 / night

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Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom

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from $5,526

$690 / night

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Crown Loft Suite

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from $6,056

$757 / night

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Owner’s Suite - 1 Bedroom

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from $6,587

$823 / night

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Grand Suite - 2 Bedrooms

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from $7,296

$912 / night

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Spacious AquaTheater Suite - 1 Bedroom

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from $7,296

$912 / night

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AquaTheater Suite with Large Balcony - 2 Bedrooms

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from $11,207

$1,400 / night

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Star Loft Suite

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from $11,916

$1,489 / night

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Spacious Aqua Theater Suite with Large Balcony - 2 Bedrooms

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from $12,446

$1,555 / night

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Ultimate Family Suite

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from $16,177

$2,022 / night

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Royal Loft Suite

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from $18,656

$2,332 / night

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Prices verified Jun 25, 2026

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Show all 49 cabin grades

Name	Supplier code	Type
Ultra Spacious Ocean View with Large Balcony	1A	Balcony
Ocean View with Large Balcony	1C	Balcony
Ocean View Balcony	1D	Balcony
Boardwalk View Balcony	1I	Balcony
Central Park View Balcony	1J	Balcony
Ocean View with Large Balcony	2C	Balcony
Ocean View Balcony	2D	Balcony
Boardwalk View Balcony	2I	Balcony
Central Park View Balcony	2J	Balcony
Ocean View Balcony	3D	Balcony
Ocean View Balcony	4D	Balcony
Ocean View Balcony	5D	Balcony
Oceanview Balcony	CB	Balcony
Guarantee Neighbourhood Balcony Quad	NQ	Balcony
Balcony Stateroom - Guaranteed	XB	Balcony
Neighborhood Balcony - Guarantee	XN	Balcony
Ocean View Balcony Quad Guaranteed	XQ	Balcony
Spacious Interior	1R	Inside
Interior	1V	Inside
Central Park View Interior	2S	Inside
Promenade View Interior	2T	Inside
Interior	2V	Inside
Interior	3V	Inside
Interior with Virtual Balcony	4U	Inside
Interior	4V	Inside
Connecting Interior	CI	Inside
Interior - Guarantee	ZI	Inside
Interior Quad Guaranteed	ZQ	Inside
Ultra Spacious Ocean View	1K	Oceanview
Ocean View	1N	Oceanview
Ocean View	2N	Oceanview
Ocean View	4N	Oceanview
Ocean View - Guarantee	YO	Oceanview
Ocean View Quad Guaranteed	YQ	Oceanview
Spacious Aqua Theater Suite with Large Balcony - 2 Bedrooms	A1	Suite
AquaTheater Suite with Large Balcony - 2 Bedrooms	A2	Suite
Spacious AquaTheater Suite - 1 Bedroom	A3	Suite
Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom	GS	Suite
Grand Suite - 2 Bedrooms	GT	Suite
Junior Suite	J3	Suite
Junior Suite	J4	Suite
Sky Junior Suite	JY	Suite
Crown Loft Suite	L1	Suite
Owner’s Suite - 1 Bedroom	OS	Suite
Royal Loft Suite	RL	Suite
Star Loft Suite	TL	Suite
Ultimate Family Suite	US	Suite
Villa Suite - 4 Bedrooms	VS	Suite
Suite - Guarantee	WS	Suite