Panamax Passage – Puntarenas, Panama & Aruba

About this cruise

16 nights starts to feel like a proper adventure. You leave Los Angeles on April 3, 2027 and the route takes you through Puerto Vallarta, Huatulco and Puerto Chiapas, with additional stops along the Caribbean at a pace where there's never any need to rush. Last stop: Fort Lauderdale. You ease into this one, with a few sea days up front to find your rhythm before the 8 port calls start. It's a proper Caribbean tour: 5 countries, from Mexico to United States. Of the stops, Puerto Chiapas tends to be the one people talk about: Southern Mexico's Pacific gateway to ancient Mayan heartland. Around 10 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, Island Princess has 6 dining spots on board, most of them included. The longer time on board means you'll catch several shows, themed nights, and start feeling like a regular at your favourite bar. Timing-wise, spring usually means comfortable temperatures and lower prices than peak season. Sometimes the best trips are the ones you just go ahead and book.