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Cruises operate year-round (see my note on hurricanes on my when to go page). Most ships sail roundtrip out of Los Angeles or San Diego. Cruise lines:

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Carnival Cruise Line
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Geography

The Mexican Riviera runs about 1,500 kilometers (1000 miles) along Mexico's west coast from Cabo San Lucas to Acapulco.

Cruise length

Short cruises last 3 to 5 days (Ensenada and Cabo San Lucas in Baja California are the only two Mexican ports visited). Long cruises last 7 to 11 days. Generally, the longer the cruise, the more ports of call.

Something for everyone

Mexican Riviera cruises are popular because they provide travelers with a wide assortment of to do and see on land. There's bound to be something you enjoy:

 

Attractions include

Aqua-blue seas Cliff diving Cultural events Ethnic restaurants Folkloric dances Historic colonial towns Mariachi bands Colonial-era cathedrals Open-air markets Sleepy villages Swimming with dolphins Tropical beaches Whale watching

 

Activities include

Bar hopping Beach lazing Shopping Deep-sea fishing Golfing Horseback riding Kayaking Parasailing Sipping margaritas Snorkeling Tennis Ziplining

 

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