S2632 - Weather& Packing Guide

S2632 - Weather& Packing Guide

S2632 – Caribbean Christmas Island-Hopping

Weather & Packing Guide

18 December 2026 – 18 January 2027
This festive cruise takes you from the UK winter into warm Atlantic sunshine and the tropical Caribbean before returning home.

Most of your cruise will be spent enjoying average temperatures of 24–30°C, so lightweight summer clothing will be perfect, while a few warmer layers will be useful for Southampton and evenings at sea.

Weather & What to Pack

Destination🌡️ Typical Weather👕 Recommended Clothing
Southampton Winter conditions, 4–10°CWarm coat, jumper, long trousers, layered clothing
Tenerife Pleasant sunshine, 20–24°CT-shirts, lightweight trousers or shorts, light layer for evenings
Atlantic CrossingGradually warmingCasual holiday wear, lightweight layers, light cardigan or jumper for evenings
AntiguaTropical sunshine, 26–29°CSummer clothing, shorts, t-shirts, sundresses, swimwear
St Maarten Warm and sunny, 26–29°CLightweight summer clothing, shorts, dresses, swimwear
St Kitts & Nevis Warm and tropical, 25–29°CBreathable summer clothing, shorts, polos, swimwear
St Lucia Warm, humid and sunny, 25–30°CLightweight, breathable clothing, summer outfits, swimwear
St Vincent & The Grenadines Tropical and warm, 25–29°CCasual summer wear, shorts, t-shirts, sundresses, swimwear
 BarbadosWarm sunshine, 26–30°CCool, lightweight holiday clothing, swimwear
Atlantic Crossing Back to EuropeGradually coolingMix of summer clothing and light layers, jumper for evenings
Funchal, Madeira Spring-like, 18–22°CT-shirts, lightweight trousers, cardigan or light jacket
Return to SouthamptonWinter conditions, 4–10°CWarm coat, jumper, long trousers, layered clothing

🧳 Quick Packing Checklist

👕 Clothing
  • Lightweight tops and t-shirts
  • Shorts and casual holiday wear
  • Swimwear
  • Smart-casual evening outfits
  • Light jumper or cardigan
👟 Footwear
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sandals or deck shoes
  • Optional smarter evening shoes
🕶️ Accessories
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat or cap
  • Lightweight scarf or wrap
  • Small day bag for excursions
🎒 Practical Items
  • Sunscreen (high factor recommended)
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Insect repellent
  • Travel adaptors (click here for more information)
  • Power bank for charging your phone on the go
💡 Top Tips
✅ The Caribbean enjoys warm temperatures throughout your stay, so summer clothing will be ideal.
✅ Air-conditioned public areas on board can feel cooler, so a light cardigan or jacket is recommended.
✅ Shore excursions often involve walking on uneven surfaces, so comfortable footwear is essential.
✅ Keep a warm coat easily accessible for embarkation in Southampton and when returning to the UK.

Your Formal & Themed Evenings

19th December      Formal
25th December     Christmas Formal - wear a hint of those Christmas colours such as red, green & gold
31st December      New Years Eve Formal - add some sparkles or a hint of black
6th January             Themed Evening - Caribbean BBQ evening - casual, breathable & beach ready
9th January            Formal
16th January           Formal

Find out more about our formal night dress code by clicking here