Lustrous Shell – La Paz & Mazatlan

About this cruise

A week or so at sea, a few great ports, and nothing to organise once you're on board. This 8-night sailing from Los Angeles on May 23, 2026 visits Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, La Paz and Cabo San Lucas. The sea days come first, which means no rushing to get off the ship on day one. You hit the ports relaxed and ready. Mayan ruins, colourful markets, and Pacific sunsets. The Mexican Riviera earns its repeat visitors. Puerto Vallarta alone is worth the trip, Cobblestone streets, Pacific sunsets. Roughly 9 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Carnival Panorama takes the food seriously, with 15 restaurants to choose from. 7 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. And May is a good time to go. Mild weather, things starting to bloom, and fewer people than summer. Worth booking. That's the short version.