The Farewell Cruise to the Caribbean aboard Saga Ruby

1 Southampton, England
Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port.
It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the city centre has been extensively rebuilt.

2 Praia da Vitória, Azores

Approximately 76 miles north-west of Sao Miguel, the rural island of Terceira is known as the ‘Lilac Isle’, where stunning sunsets, sleepy villages and a profusion of colourful flora create a relaxed ambience.
The island’s capital, Angra do Heroismo, was founded in the 15th century, and its 17th and 18th-century architecture has helped this picturesque city to become listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
In the past, Angra do Heroismo was a major commercial outpost for both the Spanish and the Portuguese, and today the narrow streets, attractive buildings and magnificent churches are testament to the noble patrons of the island. Praia da Vitoria is home to the Lajes Air Base, a strategic airport and fuelling station for the US military on Terceira.

3 Bridgetown, Barbados

Set on the island’s only natural harbour, the capital of Barbados combines modern and colonial architecture with glorious palm tree lined beaches and a number of historical attractions.
Experience the relaxed culture of the city renowned for its British-style parliament buildings and vibrant beach-life, and seek out the Anglican church and the 19th-century Barbados Garrison.
The city of Bridgetown, and the wider Greater Bridgetown area occupy most of the parish of Saint Michael. Bridgetown’s centre was originally composed of a swamp, which was quickly drained and filled-in to make way for the city’s early development.
The city recently experienced a phenomenal spurt of redevelopment in preparation for the 2007 World Cricket Cup Finals which were held at the historic Kensington Oval. The Oval was renovated to a state-of-the-art sports facility that now accommodates 30,000 spectators. Live viewership for the 2007 event was estimated to be in the region of two billion people.

4 Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago

Capital of Trinidad and Tobago since 1757, Port of Spain’s large natural harbour has become a central hub for the country’s busy economy.
The city is bordered by both the Gulf of Paria and the Northern Range and enjoys spectacular mountain and sea views, reflecting the charm and natural beauty for which the country is renowned.

5 Kingstown, St Vincent

After passing the 60-mile string of islands known as the Grenadines, arrive on the Windward Island of St Vincent.
The British, who conquered it in 1797, built up a strong agricultural trade and today, many coconut groves, arrowroot fields and banana plantations can still be found across the island.
Perhaps admire the Georgian town houses and stone arches in Kingstown, the capital, join an optional excursion to the Botanical Gardens or an optional tour of the island.

6 St George’s, Grenada

The most southerly of the Windward Islands, Grenada is known as the ‘Spice Isle’ as the aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla are carried on the gentle breeze.
This mountainous volcanic island has an ideal year-round climate, stunning beaches and many attractive towns. Its natural attractions read like a ‘wish list’ for a paradise island: lush rainforests, beautiful mountain lakes, cascading rivers, waterfalls and rare tropical flowers. St George’s is a bustling town surrounded by an old volcanic crater and framed by a horse-shoe harbour.

7 Castries, St Lucia

The typical image of a lush tropical paradise comes to life on the friendly island of St Lucia. Despite its small size – just 27 miles long and 14 miles wide – St Lucia is rich in natural splendour with dense emerald rainforest, banana plantations and orchards of coconut, mango and papaya trees.
The twin peaks of Les Pitons, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site rise dramatically 2,000 feet into the sky and dominate the island. Look out for unusual birds with brilliant plumage such as the St Lucia parrot, see a surprising diversity of exotic flora and enjoy the warm hospitality of the islanders in the small villages and open-air markets.

8 Roseau, Dominica

A colourful West Indian capital, Roseau’s streets are lined with old stone-and-wood buildings.
The island is strikingly rural and unspoilt, with sharp, steep ridges rising up from the coast and deep jungle river valleys cutting into the mountainous interior.
The Trois Pitons National Park rainforest is well worth a visit whilst here.

9 Basseterre, St Kitts

Tropical rainforests, sunny skies and white sandy beaches combine to make St Kitts one of the most seductive spots in the Caribbean.
While here explore Basseterre, its elegant yet easygoing capital, or discover the imposing fort of Brimstone, built by the British to defend the island from the French.

10 St John’s, Antigua

With its superb beaches, historical attractions and beautiful coral reefs, Antigua provides a host of diversions. It is said that the island contains 365 beaches, one for every day of the year. Antigua maintains its traditional West Indian character, with gingerbread-house style architecture, calypso music and carnival festivities.
St John’s has been the administrative capital since the island’s colonisation in 1632, and has been the seat of government since it gained independence in 1981.

11 Christmas Day

Enjoy a wonderful Christmas Day on board – everything will be done for you and all you need to do is sit back and relax! In the evening, enjoy great entertainment and festivities, or relax on deck, watching the sunset with a cocktail in your hand – a far cry from a typical Christmas back home.

12 New Years Eve

For a spectacular New Year’s Eve, Saga Ruby will moor inside Funchal harbour to give you a perfect view of the incredible annual fireworks display. On the stroke of midnight the skies fill with a riot of colour as fireworks are set off from over 30 different locations, making this is a New Year’s Eve you’ll never forget.

13 Funchal, Madeira

Formed by a volcanic eruption, Madeira lies in the Gulf Stream, about 500 miles due west of Casablanca. Discovered by Portuguese explorer João Gonçalves Zarco in 1419, this beautiful island became part of Portugal’s vast empire and was named for the dense forest which cloaked it (‘Madeira’ means ‘wood’ in Portuguese).
Sugar plantations first brought wealth here and when King Charles II of England granted an exclusive franchise to sell wine to England and its colonies, many British emigrants were drawn to the capital, Funchal.
Today’s travellers come to Madeira for the varied and luxuriant scenery, from mountain slopes covered with vines to picturesque villages and a profusion of wildflowers. The natural beauty of the island has earned it many pseudonyms such as ‘The Floating Garden of the Atlantic’, ‘The Island of Eternal Springtime’ and ‘God’s Botanical Gardens’ and our selection of excursions aim to show you why.

14 Lisbon, Portugal

Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the inspiring capital of Portugal since the 13th century when the Moors were finally vanquished.
It is a city strewn with majestic architecture, old wooden trams, historic Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history.
Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio.

15 La Coruña, Spain (for Santiago de Compostela)

The busy and proud port of La Coruña is perched on the north-western coast of Spain and is the capital city of the rugged and remote region of Galicia. Boasting a long maritime lineage, La Coruña is famous for being the departure point for Felipe II’s doomed Armada, which was defeated by the English in 1588.
It is also the final resting place of the British general, Sir John Moore. In keeping with its seafaring tradition, the port is also famous for the Torre de Hercules, Europe’s oldest functioning lighthouse.
The town itself is a pleasing mixture of handsome squares, impressive Romanesque churches and some of the most well-preserved 12th-century buildings in the region.

16 Southampton, England

Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port.
It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the city centre has been extensively rebuilt.

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