We all wish we could get away from the UK’s damp, cold winter, so now is your chance!
Our last proposed Winter Sun crusie around the Caribbean Islands was in January 2021, but was hit by the Covid pandemic, leaving 26 excited Solent Events on Tour clients very disappointed!
BUT, now we can go!! A variety of cabins have now been reserved on another fantastic, great value, Caribbean Fly-cruise for January 2027 – with Ambassador Cruise Line!
With luxury transport from our home area to London Heathrow, the comfort of an airport lounge and direct flights with Virgin Atlantic to Bridgetown, Barbados, it will be the holiday of a life-time. You may even think it’s worth having a balcony on this cruise – so treat yourself I am!!
With a personal Solent Events escort from start to finish, your Winter Sun holiday will be hassle-free, leaving the stress and strains of life behind!
With 14-nights onboard Ambassador’ Cruise’s newest ship, the superb Renaissance, you will cruise to 8 Caribbean Islands in comfort Bridgetown, Barbados.
Secrets of the Caribbean A32701
Departs: Bridgetown, Barbados • Sun 03 January 2027 • 14 nights • MS Renaissance
Begin your year with a sun-filled Caribbean cruise that sets a new tone from day one. Sailing from Bridgetown, this 14-night itinerary includes Aruba’s white beaches, Curaçao’s candy-coloured streets, St Lucia’s volcanic beauty and Grenada’s spice-scented hills. With time to explore ashore and relax at sea, it’s an ideal post-holiday reset.
With 629 cabins and a maximum of only 1100 guests, Renaissance offers full-board comfort, calm spaces, daily activities and service that puts you instantly at ease. Renaissance offers a feeling of spaciousness and freedom, which can seem idyllic after the festive buzz! It’s a return to rhythm – slow mornings, scenic afternoons and evenings spent under soft skies. Heaven!
Dining options will inspire you with one main restaurant split across two decks, speciality dining options, and a more casual buffet-style restaurant.
Sit back, relax and enjoy a drink in one of her bars and lounges. Or take in a show in the tiered main theatre, or discover your hidden talents in the card room, library and craft studio.
Other facilities include a wellness centre, gym, a swimming pool with retractable roof and a range of retail shops, perfect for days at sea.
There’s no better way to look forward to a New Year than surrounded by natural beauty, culture and calm. You’ll return not just rested, but rebalanced – ready to carry the calm forward into 2027.
All prices INCLUDE transport to and from Heathrow Airport • Virgin Atlantic flights • A variety of optional seat upgrades • The comfort of a UK Airport Lounge • Bubby & Canapés • Travel Treats • Private Solent Events Drinks Party PLUS Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Á la carte dinner • LAte snacks & canapés served in the bar • Varied daytime activities • Excellent lectures & talks • Swimming pool (with retractable roof), Jacuzzis & gym • Choice of live evening entertainment • Optional Drinks & Gratuity Package • at least 2 formal nights, which are not compulsory ‘black tie’!
We do not have space to show you everything on board Renaissance, so please call Lin on 07977 065885, but all the information and customers reviews you need, can be found by browsing the Ambassador website for this cruise, SECRETS OF THE CARIBBEAN A32701 at:
https://www.ambassadorcruiseline.com/cruise/a32701-secrets-of-the-caribbean-heathrow-airport/
If you are interested in joining us, please complete the booking form (BOOK HERE box above), or would like to talk about reserving the best cabin for your needs, please call Lin, who experienced a similar 15-day Caribbean Island Cruise in January 2020.
CABIN samples:
Top left: Oceanview Picture Window – double, twin or single
Top right: Interior Cabin – double, twin or single
Far top left: Twin Oceanview Portholes Far Top right: Double Balcony
Bottom left: Views from a Balcony – awaiting cabin photo! Twin, double or single
ONLY £99pp DEPOSIT OFFER!
Fr only £1,899pp Interior Cabin
Fr only £2,869pp Oceanview
INCLUSIVE VIRGIN ATLANTIC FLIGHTS
with GREAT VALUE UPGRADES!
CABIN sample: Balcony – Twin/Double/Single
£3,699pp | £3,799pp | £5,519 solo
Terrace Cabin (with door to deck): £3,319pp
MS RENAISSANCE
For your peace of mind and financial protection, our cruise is arranged with Ambassador Cruise Lines.
CABIN sample: Suite £4,799pp & £4,899pp
SECRETS OF THE CARIBBEAN CRUISE
Departs Sunday 03 January 2027; Arrive UK Monday 18 January 2027
DAY | DATE | ARRIVE | DEPART | DESTINATION |
1 | Sun 03 Jan | Flight VS671 departs LHR 0800 | Ship leaves Bridgetown 2100 | Bridgetown, Barbados |
2 | Mon 04 Jan | 0800 | 1800 | Kingston, St Vincent & The Grenadines |
3 | Tues 05 Jan | 0800 | 1800 | Roseau, Dominica |
4 | Weds 06 Jan | DAY AT SEA | ||
5 | Thurs 07 Jan | 0800 | 2300 | Oranjestad, Aruba |
6 | Fri 08 Jan | 0800 | 2300 | Willenstad, Curacao |
7 | Sat 09 Jan | DAY AT SEA | ||
8 | Sun 10 Jan | 1000 | 2300 | Pointe a Pitre, Guadalupe |
9 | Mon 11 Jan | 0800 | 1800 | Castries, St Lucia |
10 | Tues 12 Jan | 0800 | 1800 | St Georges, Grenada |
11 | Weds 13 Jan | 0800 | 1800 | Scarborough, Tobago |
12 | Thurs 14 Jan | DAY AT SEA | ||
13 | Fri 15 Jan | 0800 | 2300 | Willemstad, Curacao |
14 | Sat 16 Jan | DAY AT SEA | ||
15 16 | Sun 17 Jan Mon 18 Jan | 1400 0930 | Bridgetown, Barbados – Overnight Flight VS672 to UK Arrive London Heathrow |
Solent Events have an allocated variety of superbly located cabins at some great prices! (Available to book from 01March until end May 2026).
Approx 10% Non-refundable deposit per person with booking.
CABIN ALLOCATION – GUEST DECKS 4, 5, 6, 9, 10
DECK | CABIN TYPE | AVAILABLE CABIN Nos | GRADE | COST |
4 | INTERIOR TW/DBL | MID-SHIP 4076, 4078 | INS04MID | £2,549pp |
5 | INTERIOR TW/DBL | FORWARD 5014, 5020 | INS05FWD | £2,549pp |
5 | INTERIOR TW/DBL | MID-SHIP 5082, 5084 | INS05MID | £2,649pp |
6 | INTERIOR TW/DBL | MID-SHIP 6052 | INS06MID | £2,649pp |
6 | INTERIOR TW/DBL | AFTSHIP 6095 | INS06AFT | £2,649pp |
1 | INTERIOR SINGLE | AFTSHIPS 6112 | INSO6AFT | £3,189pp |
4 | OCEANVIEW TW/DBL | MID-SHIP 4062, 4066, 4074, 4080 | OUT04MID | £2,869pp |
5 | OCEANVIEW TW/DBL | FORWARD 5017, 5023 | OUT05FWD | £2,969pp |
5 | OCEANVIEW TW/DBL | MIDSHIP 5105, 5107 | OUT05MID | £2,969pp |
5 | OCEANVIEW SINGLE | MIDSHIP 5133 | OUT05MIDS – Solo | £3,769 |
5 | OCEANVIEW TW/DBL | AFT 5165, 5167 | OUT05AFT | £2,869pp |
6 | OCEANVIEW SINGLE | AFT 5157 5154 | OUT05AFTS – Solo | £3,769 |
6 | OCEANVIEW TW/DBL | MIDSHIP 6084, 6088 | OUT06MID | £3,069pp |
9 | OCEANVIEW TW/DBL | FORWARD 9114, 9116 | OUT09FWD | £3,069pp |
6 | TERRACE TW/DBL | MIDSHIP 6070, 6072 | TER06MID | £3,319pp |
9 | BALCONY TW/DBL | 9133, 9137, 9145, 9147, 9149, 9155 | BAL09MID | £3,799pp |
9 | BALCONY SINGLE | MID SHIP 9192 | BAL09MIDS – Solo | £5,419 |
9 | BALCONY TW/DBL | AFT 9198 | BAL09AFT | £3,699pp |
10 | BALCONY SINGLE | MIDSHIP 1040 | BAL10MIDS – Solo | £5,519 |
10 | SUITE TW/DBL | FORWARD 1003 | SUI10FWD | £4,799pp |
10 | SUITE TW/DBL | MIDSHIP 1009, 1041, 1043 | SUI10MID | £4,899pp |
IMPORTANT: The cabins above have been allocated to Solent Events until end of May 2026. If you prefer a different cabin to those advertised, please ask. After this date, cabins may be released back to the ship allocation, so prices could be ‘capacity controlled’ and could change from day to day – up or down, depending on availability at the time of booking.
Cabin Type | Approx. Size | Key Feature | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
Inside Cabin | 15–17m² | Comfortable & affordable | Great value travellers |
Ocean View Cabin | 17–19m² | Window or porthole | Natural light lovers |
Balcony Cabin | 20–23m² | Private outdoor space | Sea views & fresh air |
Suite / De-Luxe Suite | 45–55m² | Separate living area & balcony | Longer voyages & special occasions |
DEPOSIT:
Approx 10% deposit required on booking| balance to be paid by early October’26.
NB. Balance payment may need to be taken in 2 payments on same card – TBC
The above cabin prices include the following:
INCLUDED
1. Luxury transport to London Heathrow Airport
2. Airport Lounge at London Heathrow airport
3. Virgin Airline direct return flights with 23kg hold luggage
4. All transfers to and from ship in Barbados, accommodation, all meals, Amazing West-End style entertainment and live shows, Fitness and wellness classes, gym, swimming pool and hot tubs, 8 x Caribbean Island ports of call
5. Solent Events escort
6. Captain’s Gala Dinner
NOT INCLUDED:
1. Drinks (unless Ambassador Package purchased – see below)
2. Crew Gratuities (£7pppn = £98 unless Ambassador Package purchased – see below)
3. Virgin Flight Seat selection £50pp return; Extra Leg room seat £70pp; Exit Row £150pp;
Economy Delight £200pp; Premium Economy £750pp
Upper Class £2,250pp
AMBASSADOR PACKAGE – £595pp (normally £42.95pppn pre-paid £47.95pppn purchased on board):
All drinks & gratuities included if purchased before departure
Included in Package:
Gratuities & service charges for duration of cruise
Non-alcoholic beverages & soft drinks
House Brands from the bar list by the glass
House Wines – red, white & rosé
DISCRETIONARY GRATUITIES
For your greater convenience, Ambassador Cruises operate an automatic service charge and gratuity system which is automatically added to your onboard account, unless requested otherwise on first day of boarding.
An amount of £7 per person per night will be automatically added to your onboard account. All service charges and gratuities are collated, so a portion goes to each crew member, who helps to make your cruise special. (If you notice an issue that makes you think twice about our service charge, be sure to speak with one of our Guest Services Team who will try to resolve the matter before a charge adjustment becomes necessary. Even if you had a negative experience with a particular employee, seriously consider whether it warrants removing your gratuities altogether, keeping in mind that because of one crew member the whole team is affected). Of course, if you want to also reward a crew member personally in addition for excellent service, feel free to do so!
If you purchase one of our Ambassador Drinks Packages, gratuities are included. However, please note that the gratuity contribution cannot be removed from any of the packages.
In the event of your cruise being cancelled, you will be guaranteed a full refund. *Please see our website for full details and terms and conditions.
FARES & AVAILABILITY
All fares and prices and availability shown in our brochure are subject to change. All current live fares are available through our website or contacting our reservation ambassadors.
NB. Allocated Solent Events’ cabin prices will be held for 3-months (until end May) before being released back to reservations.
Renaissance Deck 10
Sea Deck 9
Promenade Deck 6
Laguna Deck 5
Azure Deck 4
Deck 7 Reception Deck
Deck 8 Main Deck
Deck 11 Lido Deck
Deck 12 Horizon Deck
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