Terra Cotta – Progreso & Merida

About this cruise

A lot can happen in 5 nights. This sailing from New Orleans on December 7, 2026 visits Cozumel and Progreso (Mérida) and makes every day count. The shape of this trip works well: open water on either side with 2 port calls clustered in the middle. Turquoise water, white sand, and that particular Caribbean slowness where nothing feels urgent. If one port sticks with you, it'll probably be Progreso (Mérida), Gateway to the ancient Mayan world of Yucatán. Around 8 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. From casual buffets to proper sit-down restaurants, Carnival Valor has 12 dining spots on board, most of them included. It's the kind of trip you actually remember afterwards.