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A Four-Port Caribbean Cruise Trail: Beaches, Island Food & Filming Locations

Plan one port day for each stop in this sequence: Antigua, Guadeloupe, Saint Lucia, and Barbados. In St. John's, walk about 500 yards into town before arranging a personal taxi rather than taking a cramped minibus at th…

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Plan one port day for each stop in this sequence: Antigua, Guadeloupe, Saint Lucia, and Barbados. In St. John's, walk about 500 yards into town before arranging a personal taxi rather than taking a cramped minibus at the port. The cost ranges below are per traveler for each port day and exclude the cruise fare.

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Day 1 — Antigua: St. John's & Dickenson Bay

Keep the port day flexible: arrange transport in town, then spend time at Dickenson Bay for the beach and a casual meal by the pier.

  1. St. John'sSt. John's, Antigua and Barbuda

    From the port, walk roughly 500 yards into town to arrange a personal taxi. This avoids the cramped minibuses offered near the port.

  2. Dickenson BayDickenson Bay, Antigua and Barbuda

    Set aside time to swim at Dickenson Bay. A beach bar near the pier is a handy stop for a reasonably priced meal before getting back in the water.

Day 2 — Guadeloupe: Deshaies & Death in Paradise Locations

Group the Deshaies-area stops together. Anse de la Perle can be secluded, and the surf may be dangerous; take care at the water's edge and follow local conditions.

  1. Anse de la PerleAnse de la Perle, Deshaies, Guadeloupe

    Visit this secluded beach known as the detectives' beach in the series. The surf can be dangerous, so check conditions and be cautious before swimming.

  2. Catherine's BarCatherine's Bar, Deshaies, Guadeloupe

    Stop for a meal and a drink at this familiar filming location in Deshaies. The visit is a good chance to enjoy the village's relaxed waterfront atmosphere.

  3. Deshaies Police Station filming locationDeath in Paradise Police Station filming location, Deshaies, Guadeloupe

    See the old building used as Honoré police station in the series. Treat it as a filming-location visit and be respectful of the surrounding community.

Day 3 — Saint Lucia: Marigot Bay & Reef Snorkeling

Make Marigot Bay the focus of this port day. The described beach stop combines time by the water with snorkeling over a small reef.

  1. Marigot BayMarigot Bay, Saint Lucia

    Take time at the beach area to snorkel over the small reef, where the sheltered water was described as rich with fish. Bring or arrange suitable snorkeling gear.

Day 4 — Barbados: Bridgetown Beach Day

Finish the route with an easy beach day in Bridgetown, leaving time for swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing in the sun.

  1. The Boatyard Beach BarThe Boatyard Beach Bar, Bridgetown, Barbados

    Spend the day swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing at this Bridgetown beach bar. Allow time to relax between activities.