Radiant Reef – Cozumel & Progreso

About this cruise

Sometimes you just need a few days out of your routine. This one sails from New Orleans on January 18, 2027, spends 5 nights visiting Cozumel and Progreso (Mérida), and gets you back before anyone really notices you were gone. The sea days at each end give the whole trip a natural arc: build-up, exploration, cool-down. Clear water and warm sand at every stop. It's the Caribbean, so you probably already know what to expect. Cozumel alone is worth the trip, Mexico's Caribbean island of Mayan mystery. Roughly 8 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Carnival Valor keeps you well fed. 12 places to eat, with 9 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Works well as a long weekend away, or a quick reset between bigger trips. If you can, add a night in New Orleans before boarding. It's a good city to wander. Worth booking. That's the short version.