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Star Collector: Discovering Unseen Central America via the Panama Canal Puerto Caldera 2021
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Costa Rica, United States
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This remarkable journey concludes along the warm shoreline of Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica, where you can explore tropical rainforests at the nearby Carara National Park, or sit and watch surfers in the nearby town of Jacó.
| Day | Activity | Arrive |
| Depart | ||
| Day 1 | Depart USA | |
| Day 2 | Miami, Fl, United States | |
| 04:00 PM | ||
| Day 3 | Key West, Fl, United States | 08:00 AM |
| 05:30 PM | ||
| Day 4 | At Sea | |
| Day 5 | Cozumel, Mexico | 07:00 AM |
| 07:00 PM | ||
| Day 6 | Belize City, Belize | 01:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | ||
| Day 7 | Roatan, Honduras | 09:00 AM |
| 03:00 PM | ||
| Day 8 | At Sea | |
| Day 9 | Isla De Providencia, Colombia | 12:00 PM |
| 05:00 PM | ||
| Day 10 | Puerto Limon, Costa Rica | 10:00 AM |
| 07:00 PM | ||
| Day 11 | Bocas Del Toro, Panama | 08:00 AM |
| 05:00 PM | ||
| Day 12 | Colon, Panama | 07:00 AM |
| 06:00 PM | ||
| Day 13 | Fuerte Amador, Panama City, Panama | 10:00 PM |
| 11:59 PM | ||
| Day 14 | Fuerte Amador, Panama City, Panama | 12:01 AM |
| 05:00 PM | ||
| Day 15 | At Sea | |
| Day 16 | Isla Parida, Panama | 08:00 AM |
| 06:00 PM | ||
| Day 17 | Golfito, Costa Rica | 05:30 AM |
| 07:00 AM | ||
| Day 17 | Puerto Jimenez, Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica | 08:30 AM |
| 05:00 PM | ||
| Day 18 | Quepos, Manuel Antonio Natl Pk, Costa Rica | 06:00 AM |
| 06:00 PM | ||
| Day 19 | Puerto Caldera, San Jose, Costa Rica | 06:00 AM |
| Day | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
| Day 1 | Depart USA | ||
| Day 2 | Miami, Fl, United States | 04:00 PM | |
| Day 3 | Key West, Fl, United States | 08:00 AM | 05:30 PM |
| Day 4 | At Sea | ||
| Day 5 | Cozumel, Mexico | 07:00 AM | 07:00 PM |
| Day 6 | Belize City, Belize | 01:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| Day 7 | Roatan, Honduras | 09:00 AM | 03:00 PM |
| Day 8 | At Sea | ||
| Day 9 | Isla De Providencia, Colombia | 12:00 PM | 05:00 PM |
| Day 10 | Puerto Limon, Costa Rica | 10:00 AM | 07:00 PM |
| Day 11 | Bocas Del Toro, Panama | 08:00 AM | 05:00 PM |
| Day 12 | Colon, Panama | 07:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| Day 13 | Fuerte Amador, Panama City, Panama | 10:00 PM | 11:59 PM |
| Day 14 | Fuerte Amador, Panama City, Panama | 12:01 AM | 05:00 PM |
| Day 15 | At Sea | ||
| Day 16 | Isla Parida, Panama | 08:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| Day 17 | Golfito, Costa Rica | 05:30 AM | 07:00 AM |
| Day 17 | Puerto Jimenez, Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica | 08:30 AM | 05:00 PM |
| Day 18 | Quepos, Manuel Antonio Natl Pk, Costa Rica | 06:00 AM | 06:00 PM |
| Day 19 | Puerto Caldera, San Jose, Costa Rica | 06:00 AM |
Tour Highlights
- Find a spot on deck for daylight transit of the Panama Canal
- Explore the beaches and wildlife of Manuel Antonio National Park near Quepos
- Sample Roatan's traditional island cuisine, aromatic Honduran coffee and appreciate the beauty of tropical Honduran fruits, flora, and fauna
- Appreciate all the cultural influences found in Key West, the southernmost city of the continental Unites States
- Swim and snorkel with puffer fish and sea turtles, at Isla San Andres, part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
- Snorkel or dive Chankanaab, Cozumel’s eco-park surrounding a lagoon with underwater caverns, home to dolphins, manatees, and sea turtles
- Pack light with complimentary daily laundry service
| Day | Activity / Description |
| Day 1 | Depart USA Depart the US on your overnight flight. |
| Date: 18-Dec-2021, Sat | |
| Day 2 | Miami, Fl, United States With an average temperature of a pleasant 76°, there seems to be something for everyone in Miami. South Beach’s trendy nightlife, the charm of the Art Deco district, the calypso energy of Little Havana, the busy Calle Ocho area, the luxury of Miami Beach and the Coral Gables, the variety of shopping in Coconut Grove and the sports lures of deep-sea fishing, golf, boating, and tennis – only the beginning of the delights to be found here. |
| Date: 19-Dec-2021, Sun | |
| Day 3 | Key West, Fl, United States This southernmost city of Florida is only 90 miles from Cuba, only accessible from the mainland via the Overseas Highway, and famed for is coral reefs that are a destination for divers and snorkelers, and its stunning beaches. Two of the notable buildings of Key West are the Ernest Hemingway House, where he lived for 8 years, and the Harry S. Truman Little White House. The National Register of Historic Places includes the Porter House and the Gato House. |
| Date: 20-Dec-2021, Mon | |
| Day 4 | At Sea |
| Date: 21-Dec-2021, Tue | |
| Day 5 | Cozumel, Mexico The Mesamerican Barrier Reef spans 14 miles around the Mexican island of Cozumel and the impressive marine diversity here makes it an excellent place for snorkeling and diving. Chankanaab, an eco-park surrounding a lagoon offers underwater caverns that are home to dolphins, manatees and sea turtles. Or take a ferry ride over to the mainland to explore the beaches of Playa del Carmen. |
| Date: 22-Dec-2021, Wed | |
| Day 6 | Belize City, Belize With an origin as a logging camp and exporter of mahogany, Belize City is known now as the gateway to lovely nature and beautiful offshore islands. But stay in town long enough to check out the Swing Bridge – the only functioning manually operated bridge in the world. Then find the Cave Branch River for a float through ancient Mayan caves or visit the howler monkeys at the Community Baboon Sanctuary. |
| Date: 23-Dec-2021, Thu | |
| Day 7 | Roatan, Honduras The ocean playground around Roatan is part of the huge Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. These protected waters provide excellent snorkeling, kayaking, swimming with dolphins and other marine life and pristine powdery white beaches. Sample tradition island cuisine like conch, baleadas or pastilles in one of the many excellent cafes accompanied by delicious Honduran coffee |
| Date: 24-Dec-2021, Fri | |
| Day 8 | At Sea |
| Date: 25-Dec-2021, Sat | |
| Day 9 | Isla De Providencia, Colombia Tiny, off-the-grid Isla de Providencia is a delightful step back in time. Because of its remote location its golden-sand beaches are not crowded and the friendly locals are eager to meet you. The diving and snorkeling here is epic and you’ll hear English Creole being spoken. A little over a mile long, this is as close to paradise as it gets. |
| Date: 26-Dec-2021, Sun | |
| Day 10 | Puerto Limon, Costa Rica As the most important port of Costa Rica, Puerto Limon has a long history dating back to when Columbus landed here in 1502. Used initially for exporting bananas and grains, Puerto Limon is now more famous for its cashews and its unique architecture. This area is well known also for it amazing national parks, pristine beaches and fun surf. Parque Vargas offers an impressive view over the Atlantic and Veragua Rainforest Park includes the largest indoor nocturnal frog exhibit. |
| Date: 27-Dec-2021, Mon | |
| Day 11 | Bocas Del Toro, Panama Bocas del Toro on Bastimentos island was visited by Columbus in 1502 and then built up with colorful and Caribbean-style clapboard houses by the United Fruit Company in the early 20th century. Situated on the beautiful Bocas del Toro archipelago, the laid-back and friendly community is a great combination of races and ethnicities living harmoniously. West Indians, Latinos and Extraneros (the resident gringos) make this an easy place to feel right at home and embrace the relaxed Caribbean vibe of the town. Not far from town is the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, as well as two national parks, La Amistad and many banana plantations. We will anchor at Red Frog Marina, considered to have the finest beaches of Panama. |
| Date: 28-Dec-2021, Tue | |
| Day 12 | Colon, Panama Explore the inner workings of the Panama Canal, head into the jungle to meet with Embera Indians, or take an aerial tram ride through the rainforest canopy. |
| Date: 29-Dec-2021, Wed | |
| Day 13 | Fuerte Amador, Panama City, Panama One of the entrances to the Panama Canal on the Pacific side, Balboa/Fuerte Amador was founded in 1519 and is a short distance from Panama City. In 2012 Balboa was ranked #1 in Latin America in the category of world's busiest container ports. Sightseeing highlights include the colonial homes, the Administration Building, the Goethals Memorial, the Prado, and the local handicraft markets of traditional Panamanian crafts. |
| Date: 30-Dec-2021, Thu | |
| Day 14 | Fuerte Amador, Panama City, Panama One of the entrances to the Panama Canal on the Pacific side, Balboa/Fuerte Amador was founded in 1519 and is a short distance from Panama City. In 2012 Balboa was ranked #1 in Latin America in the category of world's busiest container ports. Sightseeing highlights include the colonial homes, the Administration Building, the Goethals Memorial, the Prado, and the local handicraft markets of traditional Panamanian crafts. |
| Date: 31-Dec-2021, Fri | |
| Day 15 | At Sea |
| Date: 01-Jan-2022, Sat | |
| Day 16 | Isla Parida, Panama Located within a Nature Preserve of 50 islands, and part of Chiriqui Marine National Park lovely Isla Parida boasts magnificent beaches, one of which is over 1,300 feet long. The crystal clear waters stay at 82 degrees year round and are filled with marine life. There are numerous hardwood trees like teak, mahogany, and eucalyptus, and fruit trees like mango, banana and coconut trees. Here you will be treated to Windstar's Signature Beach Party on a secluded beach that faces the Pacific Ocean. |
| Date: 02-Jan-2022, Sun | |
| Day 17 | Golfito, Costa Rica We make a brief stop in Golfito for customs clearance, which the purser will take care of. |
| Date: 03-Jan-2022, Mon | |
| Day 17 | Puerto Jimenez, Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica Picture Jurassic foliage growing down steep hillsides all the way to the waterline, the hoots of monkeys echoing through trees choked by orchids. Golfo Dulce is one of Costa Rica’s most biodiverse areas, where both the jungle and the sea brim with life. Explore the canals by kayak in search of javelinas, butterflies, and more bird species than in all of North America. This port is accessed with a wet landing. |
| Date: 03-Jan-2022, Mon | |
| Day 18 | Quepos, Manuel Antonio Natl Pk, Costa Rica The former banana-exporting town of Quepos is your basecamp for a day of rainforest adventure. Take a walk along trails that weave up to waterfalls, or ride horseback to a beautiful jungle pool. A float trip through a mangrove swamp populated by monkeys, crocodiles, egrets, and herons is also available. Or you may choose a nature walk through Manuel Antonio National Park, with its lovely beaches, easy trails, and abundant animal life. |
| Date: 04-Jan-2022, Tue | |
| Day 19 | Puerto Caldera, San Jose, Costa Rica Located on the Gulf of Nicoya, the small town of Puerto Caldera is one of Costa Rica’s top attractions, perfect for travelers who like more off the beaten path destinations where the native Tico lifestyle can be experienced. It is the gateway to San Jose, Jaco and the big city of Puntarenas, plus Los Suenos and Tortuga Island. Carara National Park is nearby, the rainforest home to crocodiles, over 400 species of birds and is considered the most likely place to see scarlet macaws. |
| Date: 05-Jan-2022, Wed |
| Day | Date | Activity / Description |
| Day 1 | 18-Dec-2021, Sat | Depart USA Depart the US on your overnight flight. |
| Day 2 | 19-Dec-2021, Sun | Miami, Fl, United States With an average temperature of a pleasant 76°, there seems to be something for everyone in Miami. South Beach’s trendy nightlife, the charm of the Art Deco district, the calypso energy of Little Havana, the busy Calle Ocho area, the luxury of Miami Beach and the Coral Gables, the variety of shopping in Coconut Grove and the sports lures of deep-sea fishing, golf, boating, and tennis – only the beginning of the delights to be found here. |
| Day 3 | 20-Dec-2021, Mon | Key West, Fl, United States This southernmost city of Florida is only 90 miles from Cuba, only accessible from the mainland via the Overseas Highway, and famed for is coral reefs that are a destination for divers and snorkelers, and its stunning beaches. Two of the notable buildings of Key West are the Ernest Hemingway House, where he lived for 8 years, and the Harry S. Truman Little White House. The National Register of Historic Places includes the Porter House and the Gato House. |
| Day 4 | 21-Dec-2021, Tue | At Sea |
| Day 5 | 22-Dec-2021, Wed | Cozumel, Mexico The Mesamerican Barrier Reef spans 14 miles around the Mexican island of Cozumel and the impressive marine diversity here makes it an excellent place for snorkeling and diving. Chankanaab, an eco-park surrounding a lagoon offers underwater caverns that are home to dolphins, manatees and sea turtles. Or take a ferry ride over to the mainland to explore the beaches of Playa del Carmen. |
| Day 6 | 23-Dec-2021, Thu | Belize City, Belize With an origin as a logging camp and exporter of mahogany, Belize City is known now as the gateway to lovely nature and beautiful offshore islands. But stay in town long enough to check out the Swing Bridge – the only functioning manually operated bridge in the world. Then find the Cave Branch River for a float through ancient Mayan caves or visit the howler monkeys at the Community Baboon Sanctuary. |
| Day 7 | 24-Dec-2021, Fri | Roatan, Honduras The ocean playground around Roatan is part of the huge Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. These protected waters provide excellent snorkeling, kayaking, swimming with dolphins and other marine life and pristine powdery white beaches. Sample tradition island cuisine like conch, baleadas or pastilles in one of the many excellent cafes accompanied by delicious Honduran coffee |
| Day 8 | 25-Dec-2021, Sat | At Sea |
| Day 9 | 26-Dec-2021, Sun | Isla De Providencia, Colombia Tiny, off-the-grid Isla de Providencia is a delightful step back in time. Because of its remote location its golden-sand beaches are not crowded and the friendly locals are eager to meet you. The diving and snorkeling here is epic and you’ll hear English Creole being spoken. A little over a mile long, this is as close to paradise as it gets. |
| Day 10 | 27-Dec-2021, Mon | Puerto Limon, Costa Rica As the most important port of Costa Rica, Puerto Limon has a long history dating back to when Columbus landed here in 1502. Used initially for exporting bananas and grains, Puerto Limon is now more famous for its cashews and its unique architecture. This area is well known also for it amazing national parks, pristine beaches and fun surf. Parque Vargas offers an impressive view over the Atlantic and Veragua Rainforest Park includes the largest indoor nocturnal frog exhibit. |
| Day 11 | 28-Dec-2021, Tue | Bocas Del Toro, Panama Bocas del Toro on Bastimentos island was visited by Columbus in 1502 and then built up with colorful and Caribbean-style clapboard houses by the United Fruit Company in the early 20th century. Situated on the beautiful Bocas del Toro archipelago, the laid-back and friendly community is a great combination of races and ethnicities living harmoniously. West Indians, Latinos and Extraneros (the resident gringos) make this an easy place to feel right at home and embrace the relaxed Caribbean vibe of the town. Not far from town is the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, as well as two national parks, La Amistad and many banana plantations. We will anchor at Red Frog Marina, considered to have the finest beaches of Panama. |
| Day 12 | 29-Dec-2021, Wed | Colon, Panama Explore the inner workings of the Panama Canal, head into the jungle to meet with Embera Indians, or take an aerial tram ride through the rainforest canopy. |
| Day 13 | 30-Dec-2021, Thu | Fuerte Amador, Panama City, Panama One of the entrances to the Panama Canal on the Pacific side, Balboa/Fuerte Amador was founded in 1519 and is a short distance from Panama City. In 2012 Balboa was ranked #1 in Latin America in the category of world's busiest container ports. Sightseeing highlights include the colonial homes, the Administration Building, the Goethals Memorial, the Prado, and the local handicraft markets of traditional Panamanian crafts. |
| Day 14 | 31-Dec-2021, Fri | Fuerte Amador, Panama City, Panama One of the entrances to the Panama Canal on the Pacific side, Balboa/Fuerte Amador was founded in 1519 and is a short distance from Panama City. In 2012 Balboa was ranked #1 in Latin America in the category of world's busiest container ports. Sightseeing highlights include the colonial homes, the Administration Building, the Goethals Memorial, the Prado, and the local handicraft markets of traditional Panamanian crafts. |
| Day 15 | 01-Jan-2022, Sat | At Sea |
| Day 16 | 02-Jan-2022, Sun | Isla Parida, Panama Located within a Nature Preserve of 50 islands, and part of Chiriqui Marine National Park lovely Isla Parida boasts magnificent beaches, one of which is over 1,300 feet long. The crystal clear waters stay at 82 degrees year round and are filled with marine life. There are numerous hardwood trees like teak, mahogany, and eucalyptus, and fruit trees like mango, banana and coconut trees. Here you will be treated to Windstar's Signature Beach Party on a secluded beach that faces the Pacific Ocean. |
| Day 17 | 03-Jan-2022, Mon | Golfito, Costa Rica We make a brief stop in Golfito for customs clearance, which the purser will take care of. |
| Day 17 | 03-Jan-2022, Mon | Puerto Jimenez, Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica Picture Jurassic foliage growing down steep hillsides all the way to the waterline, the hoots of monkeys echoing through trees choked by orchids. Golfo Dulce is one of Costa Rica’s most biodiverse areas, where both the jungle and the sea brim with life. Explore the canals by kayak in search of javelinas, butterflies, and more bird species than in all of North America. This port is accessed with a wet landing. |
| Day 18 | 04-Jan-2022, Tue | Quepos, Manuel Antonio Natl Pk, Costa Rica The former banana-exporting town of Quepos is your basecamp for a day of rainforest adventure. Take a walk along trails that weave up to waterfalls, or ride horseback to a beautiful jungle pool. A float trip through a mangrove swamp populated by monkeys, crocodiles, egrets, and herons is also available. Or you may choose a nature walk through Manuel Antonio National Park, with its lovely beaches, easy trails, and abundant animal life. |
| Day 19 | 05-Jan-2022, Wed | Puerto Caldera, San Jose, Costa Rica Located on the Gulf of Nicoya, the small town of Puerto Caldera is one of Costa Rica’s top attractions, perfect for travelers who like more off the beaten path destinations where the native Tico lifestyle can be experienced. It is the gateway to San Jose, Jaco and the big city of Puntarenas, plus Los Suenos and Tortuga Island. Carara National Park is nearby, the rainforest home to crocodiles, over 400 species of birds and is considered the most likely place to see scarlet macaws. |
With only 212 guests, a Star Pride cruise will make you feel like you're on board your own private yacht almost as soon as you step aboard. The sitting area of your spacious, newly refurbished suite gives you an expansive ocean view — making it a welcome retreat. When you're ready to make an appearance, the lounges, club, casino and library are waiting to be explored. Take some "you" time in the tranquil WindSpa . . . enjoy a dip in the pool . . . work off that decadent dessert in the Fitness Center . . . and, of course, you are always welcome to visit the Bridge to examine navigation charts with the Captain. Star Pride is large enough to pamper and entertain you, yet small enough to tuck into delightful tiny harbors and hidden coves that others can’t reach.