Vanguard Voyage – Cozumel & Riviera Maya

About this cruise

5 nights from New Orleans, visiting Cozumel and Progreso (Mérida). It sails April 29, 2028 and it's the sort of trip where you come back saying "I needed that." The shape of this trip works well: open water on either side with 2 port calls clustered in the middle. Clear water and warm sand at every stop. It's the Caribbean, so you probably already know what to expect. If one port sticks with you, it'll probably be Cozumel, Mexico's Caribbean island of Mayan mystery. Around 8 hours per port on average, which is generous enough to go beyond the obvious. Carnival Dream keeps you well fed. 11 places to eat, with 7 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. Families and groups will find plenty to do: waterslides, shows, multiple pools, and something for every age. If you can, add a night in New Orleans before boarding. It's a good city to wander. Timing-wise, spring usually means comfortable temperatures and lower prices than peak season. It's the kind of trip you actually remember afterwards.