Coastal Adobe – San Lucas & Ensenada

About this cruise

5 nights, 2 ports, one very easy decision. This one heads out of Los Angeles on December 12, 2026 and visits Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada. The pace alternates neatly: port day, sea day, port day, sea day. 2 stops with a breather between each one. Zip-lining, beach tacos, and water warm enough that you don't think twice about jumping in. Most ports give you about 9 hours, so you can do more than just tick off the main sights. As for the ship itself, Carnival Radiance takes the food seriously, with 13 restaurants to choose from. 8 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. Good for anyone who can't take two weeks off but still wants the cruise experience. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Los Angeles has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. The timing adds to it: swapping cold weather for sunshine and sea air is the whole pitch for a winter cruise. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 5-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.