Tropical Escape – Ocho Rios & Cozumel

About this cruise

There's a reason 6-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Miami on April 19, 2026 and visits Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman Island and Cozumel. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. Crossing 3 borders through the Caribbean: Jamaica, Cayman Islands and Mexico. You'll notice the culture shift at every stop. You get around 8 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, Carnival Horizon takes the food seriously, with 14 restaurants to choose from. 7 are included, and the rest are worth the splurge. If you like having options (restaurants, bars, activities, entertainment), a big ship delivers that. Pro tip: fly in the day before. Miami has plenty to offer, and you'll board relaxed instead of rushed. An April departure catches that sweet window of warm-enough weather before the summer rush. 6 nights of not thinking about anything except where to eat next. That's the pitch.