Western Caribbean Cruise

Galveston Island is a historic beach town located on the Gulf of Mexico just 50 miles from Houston.

The island is best known as a vacation destination, offering 32 miles of beaches, a variety of family attractions, Texas's premier cruise port, and one of the largest and well-preserved concentrations of Victorian architecture in the country.

Cruise-goers have every excuse to add a few hours or days to their vacations to soak up the southern hospitality, temperate weather and sun-drenched beaches.

Roatan, the largest of the Bay Islands of Honduras, is noted for its pristine coral reefs, beautiful beaches, lush tropical foliage, and friendly people. A diving paradise, there is easy access to the underwater marvel of the Caribbean’s largest coral reef. Ships will dock or anchor offshore in the town of Coxen Hole.

Top Things to Do on Roatan:

• look for monkeys in Gumbalimba Park Nature Reserve
• snorkel or scuba dive the reef
• go deep sea fishing
• go horseback riding on the beach

Located on the Yucatan peninsula, Costa Maya is privy to some of the best natural wonders, historic structures, and scenic views in Mexico. Built to predominately cater to cruisers, it offers sandy beaches, coral reefs, Mayan ruins, intriguing animal encounters, and exhilarating activities. Ships will dock at this port.

Top Things to Do in Costa Maya:

• swim, snorkel or dive in Cenote Azul
• explore the Kohunlich and Chacchoben ruins
• spend they day at the Uvero Beach Club
• swim with a dolphin
• go kayaking in a clear-bottom kayak

Cozumel is the largest island in the Mexican Caribbean. Rich in history, Mayan vestiges and natural wonders, it is a true paradise in the middle of the sea with white beaches, beautiful sunsets and world famous for its coral reefs.

Top Things to Do in Cozumel:

• visit the San Gervasio Mayan site
• explore the Chankanaab National Park
• visit the Museo de Cozumel
• cross to the mainland and explore Tulum, Playa Del Carmen or Chichén Itza
• spend the day at Xcaret Eco Park
• snorkel one of Cozumel's famous reefs

Galveston Island is a historic beach town located on the Gulf of Mexico just 50 miles from Houston.

The island is best known as a vacation destination, offering 32 miles of beaches, a variety of family attractions, Texas's premier cruise port, and one of the largest and well-preserved concentrations of Victorian architecture in the country.

Cruise-goers have every excuse to add a few hours or days to their vacations to soak up the southern hospitality, temperate weather and sun-drenched beaches.