Capture the party spirit with the joyful ring of steel drums from bustling Bridgetown to Tobago's colourful markets. Explore the delights of Martinique with its blend of French and Caribbean culture. We spend Christmas revelling in the sunny climes of Sint Maarten, then welcome the New Year admiring San Juan's glorious firework display before sailing to the British Virgin Islands and beyond, taking in the splendours of Guadeloupe, Martinique and St Kitts.

Embrace the joys of island-hopping from treasure to treasure, pausing in Sicily, Sardinia and the Balearics, as well as exploring mainland gems like splendid Florence, epic Rome, Ancient Carthage and beautiful Barcelona. Coast through the sparkling panache of Monte Carlo and the Cote d'Azur. Absorb tranquil, timeless whispers at the Pantheon and the elusive secrets of Pompeii. Then sample Palermo's architectural and culinary delights and Sardinia's fine white sands before looping back through Spanish charms.

Season's greetings harmonise with warm island paradise and stress-free strolls on beaches of shimmering white sand. Relish sun-kissed relaxation aboard EXPLORA II as you gracefully traverse the turquoise waves. At Ocean Cay Marine Reserve, indulge in seaside massages and, in St Martin, sip delicious cocktails. Welcome the New Year with firework-bright Puerto Rico skies and weave through glorious island views to Florida's golden shores.

Experience Tuscany at the 5-Star Castel Monastero, a luxurious and peaceful retreat and wellness center in the Chianti countryside provides relaxation, gourmet meals and wonderful spa treatments. Restored in typical Tuscan style near Siena between Florence and Rome, this property offers scenic vistas of the medieval village square, chestnut forests and rolling hills covered with wheat.

Embark on a Winter escape in the Caribbean, between Guadeloupe's waterfalls and jungles, and Antigua and Saint Thomas' powder-puff beaches.

Welcome the New Year in jubilant style when fireworks burst over the San Juan skies and you embark on a foray of wondrous Caribbean discoveries. Revel in golden beaches, mysterious pirate bays, volcanic peaks and hidden coves as you explore Guadeloupe, Bridgetown, Martinique and St Kitts.

Immerse yourself in prime wellness and gourmet delights as you glide under the tropical sun towards the natural beauty of Saint Thomas' Magen's Bay. Enjoy stops at Terre-de-Haute, Fort-de-France and Basseterre to stroll along charming island streets, admiring colourful houses, vibrant markets and rich French-Caribbean culture.

We set out from the bright lights of Miami towards New Orleans, where the Mardi Gras good times flow. Step back in time to explore the haunting Mayan ruins of the Yucatán and plunge into amazing cenotes, then bask in exquisite tropical tranquillity and stunning scenery in Charlotte Amalie and Jost van Dyke. Indulge in the chic glamour of Gustavia and embrace the rich blend of architecture, history and Caribbean flair of Puerto Rico's vibrant capital.

Fill your senses with the aromas, flavours and spectacles of an extraordinary odyssey through ancient grandeur and luscious landscapes. From Rome's architectural splendour and Pompeii's fascinating history, follow a trail of Mediterranean island beauty on the shores of Italy and Spain. Seek out fields of lavender and lemon, olive groves and hidden lagoons. The allure of Tunis leads us over the sea and beyond, whirling between islands until we return to iconic Barcelona.

From the spirited rhythms of Miami, we embark on a captivating loop through the vivid scenery of the Caribbean islands, taking in verdant peaks in Castries, powder-soft sands in Little Bay and the charming bustle of island towns.