I would love to see this happen. Scubaman is spot on. You arrive a few days early and get a hotel near the cruise port (i.e., Holland House), take a seven day cruise or longer, and spend a few more days on SXM when you get back. Cruises that would originate from SXM can reach the leeward and windward islands easier than those from Florida or even Puerto Rico. This brings places like Martinique, Barbados, St. Lucia, Guadeloupe, and so many other awesome islands into play. Another cruise could head southwest and visit the 'ABC' islands. And, wouldn't a cross atlantic cruise to the Canary Islands se something to consider!