Wild Vanilla – Yucatan & Riviera Maya

About this cruise

Book 5 days off from April 12, 2027 and this cruise from New Orleans will do the rest, taking you to Cozumel and Progreso (Mérida) and back. 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. Don't rush through Progreso (Mérida), which is known as Gateway to the ancient Mayan world of Yucatán. 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. And April is a good time to go. Mild weather, things starting to bloom, and fewer people than summer. All told, 2 ports across 5 nights covers a lot.