Cenote Samula in Yucatan, Mexico

Mexico

Stunning beaches. Delicious eats. Endless things to do.

    Ultimate guide to cruising in:Mexico

    For those craving sandy beaches, a vibrant culinary scene, ancient Indigenous history, surfing, diving, snorkeling – well, let's just say that a Mexico cruise ticks every box. On the Pacific Coast, cruises sail the Mexican Riviera, Los Cabos and the Sea of Cortez, where you'll find cute towns, huge waves, amazing whale watching and, of course, tequila right in Jalisco. On the Caribbean side, Cozumel and Costa Maya are a snorkeler's dream, and well within reach of cenotes and ancient Mayan pyramids.

    Major cruise lines like Carnival, Disney, and Royal Caribbean offer year-round Mexican Riviera itineraries as well as Caribbean cruises stopping in Cozumel and elsewhere. To help plan your trip, check out our expert tips below, including when to visit Mexico, cruise lines sailing there and suggestions and advice from previous cruisers.

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    Cozumel Island in Riviera Maya of Mayan Mexico (Photo: Tono Balaguer/Shutterstock)

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    Great week in Mexico!Mexican Riviera on Carnival Panorama

    On the large, comfortable ship to Stone Island, we were offered drinks and given a great tour inside and outside the harbor.With everything going so well, we definitely felt like we stole an extra day on this vacation, and it was great!

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    PattiPB10+ Cruises • Age 50s
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    Super relaxing had a grea...Mexican Riviera on Discov...
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    We would go back to our room shower and then go to dinner (MDR 3 times, Crown Grill 1 Time, Sabatini’s 1 Time, The ...

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    vcgeno10+ Cruises • Age 60s
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    Hazle Mexican Riviera Car...Mexican Riviera on Carniv...
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    The food on the whole trip was fantastic and let's face it one of the biggest reasons to go on a cruise is for the ...

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    Waynehazle2-5 Cruises • Age 50s
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    WOW! When can we go agai...Mexican Riviera on Nation...

    The ship did a countdown at 9 pm so everyone could go to bed early.Lunch and dinner were creative (you have to sign...

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