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| Ports of Call | The ultimate destination in Mexico usually defines the embarkation ports which are found on both coasts, though naturally the cruise itineraries may differ greatly.
Miami, FL: The busiest cruise embarkation port in the world, Miami is the start of many Caribbean voyages that navigate Cozumel or other Mexican ports.
Fort Lauderdale, FL: Twenty-five miles north of Miami, Fort Lauderdale caters slightly fewer itineraries with Mexico as a main destination.
Port Canaveral, FL: Further north along Florida’s Atlantic coast, this port is well-located for northern passengers who wish to cruise to Mexico and other Caribbean ports.
Tampa, FL: On Florida’s western coast, Tampa is convenient for shorter cruises that call at Cozumel or other Mexican ports.
Mobile, AL: Few cruises embark from Mobile, but those that do are often head for Mexico.
New Orleans, LA: As it is situated on the Gulf of Mexico, many cruises depart from New Orleans call on Mexico.
Galveston, TX: Few cruises depart from Galveston, but most of them visit Mexico.
San Diego, CA: This southern California departure port caters an array of Mexico cruise options, as well as popular Baja ports.
Los Angeles, CA: It is the largest cruise port in California; many Mexican ports can be reached from Los Angeles in a wide variety of cruise lengths.
San Francisco, CA: More suitable for northern California embarkations, many Mexico cruises start in San Francisco, usually extended ones.
Before booking an itinerary, you should consider the differences between ports of call on the Caribbean and Pacific coasts of Mexico. Just like the eastern and western coasts of the United States are rather different, as well as different regions of Mexico and cruises to different sides of the country will provide an exclusive experience.
Cozumel: The most famous Mexican port of call in the Caribbean, this tiny island caters a wide range of shore excursions, such as trips to the mainland, but can not boast the native culture outside the downtown shopping and dining district.
Costa Maya: Close to the Belize border on the Mexican mainland, the main sites of Costa Maya include several striking Mayan ruins, eco-tours, and cultural shows.
Playa del Carmen: Just near to Cozumel, Playa del Carmen is more suitable to fantastic ruins than ships that tie up at the island. As the two ports are rather close to each other, the shore excursions are often the same.
Progreso/Meridia: Just two hours north of Chichen Itza, site of some of the most renowned Mayan ruins, this quiet port provides shore excursions to entertain cruise passengers. In addition to wandering among the ruins, excursions include historical tours, jeep treks, and visiting the Celestun Estuary Nature Reserve.
Acapulco: One of the most famous ports of call along the Mexican Riviera, Acapulco boasts several magnificent ancient ruins in addition to superb beaches, shopping, and other cultural attractions.
Cabo San Lucas: At the southern point of the Baja Peninsula, Cabo San Lucas is a noisy town famous for enormous bars and excursions full of adventure, including fishing, whale watching, golfing, and more.
Mazatlan: Across the Sea of Cortez from Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan is less impetuous and caters more historical and cultural tours, as well as golf excursions and beautiful beaches.
Puerto Vallarta: This high-profile place was once the elite get away of celebrities, but today cruise passengers can enjoy golf, beaches, shopping, museums, and other attractions here.
With a wide diversity of ports of call available from both eastern and western United States departure ports, Mexico cruises have increasingly gained popularity. Depending on the destination, cruise passengers can find themselves enjoying a spring break party atmosphere, submerging into the ancient past of the Mayans, or enjoy the pleasurable impetuosity of modern Mexico’s culture, shopping, and hospitality. |
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