Pack your flip flops for this seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruise for $299 per person. Visit three Caribbean islands and save $100 per person on current fares from MSC Cruises.

Depart Fort Lauderdale on Feb. 23 or March 9 and visit these colorful ports:

• Philipsburg, St. Maarten: Glitzy shopping set against turquoise waves
• Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas: Visit a thriving restaurant scene in Frenchtown in this duty-free shopping mecca
• Nassau, Bahamas: Bustling Bay Street features the open-air straw market for Bahamian snacks and souvenirs

Or try a different voyage on April 6 for $70 more per person, sailing to St. John’s, Antigua; San Juan, Puerto Rico; and Nassau, Bahamas.

MSC Poesia features elegant decor -- including a waterfall in the foyer greeting guests -- matching the cruise line’s Mediterranean heritage. Authentic Italian cuisine is served, and several flavors of gelato are available at the poolside bar. Popular onboard activities include movies on the pool deck and wine tastings held throughout the day.

Note: Government taxes and fees are an additional $70.61 per person on Feb. 23 and March 9. On April 6, they are $72.41 per person.