8 nights New Orleans & The Caribbean

First a sponge-fishing center for Greek immigrants and later a cradle for a large Cuban-exile population, Tampa has evolved into a bustling metropolis on the more laid-back Gulf Coast of Florida. Museums, amusement parks like Busch Gardens, and even tobacco emporiums are just some of the more popular attractions in the area.

New Orleans, Louisiana is one of the most iconic cities in America due to its historic streets, charming architecture, epic festivals, and mouthwatering cuisine. New Orleans cruises take you right to the heart of the city at its bustling port, which is a short distance from the historic quarter and many of New Orleans’ top sites. There are a number of New Orleans cruise itineraries that travelers can choose from while on a Caribbean cruise, ranging from 10-night, 11-night, and 12-night options, all of which have overnights while in port in New Orleans. Other ports of call include those along the eastern coast of Mexico, islands of the western Caribbean, and Key West, Florida.

In this port city just to the south of Cancun and Cozumel, you'll find a variety of shore excursions available that can take you to the interior of Mexico to explore Mayan ruins, ancient forts and villages, or storybook lagoons and beaches for aquatic recreation.

The Conquistadors first saw Mexico from the shores of Cozumel while searching for gold. Today, visitors to the island continue to seek out gold and silver jewelry in the shops of San Miguel while having a great time in its many local bars and restaurants. Plus, the waters around Cozumel's sheltered coral reefs make this one of the best snorkeling areas in the world.

First a sponge-fishing center for Greek immigrants and later a cradle for a large Cuban-exile population, Tampa has evolved into a bustling metropolis on the more laid-back Gulf Coast of Florida. Museums, amusement parks like Busch Gardens, and even tobacco emporiums are just some of the more popular attractions in the area.