As you start planning your dream cold weather getaway, the first question to ask is where are you headed? It may not clear as you scan cruise websites, but there are two main routes around the Caribbean: Eastern and Western. They go back to the days of sailing ships and originally developed because of the trade winds and the ease of hopping between islands.

Read all about it in The Cruisington Times.

East or West? 5 Factors to Weigh in Planning a Caribbean Cruise