Carnival Cruise Lines has made a reputation as the fun cruise by catering to younger people. It offers plenty of cruises in the spring, which makes them an ideal option for a spring break getaway.
Two of Carnival's ports are located in Nassau and Freeport. Both locations offer shopping, white sand beaches and abundant nightlife. Nassau offers many perks right off the boat such as moped rentals and tours in glass-bottom boats. From the port, it is a quick trip to the Atlantis Hotel that sits right on a beach with public access and is a beautiful place to relax during the day. At night, there are several places to party, the most popular being Senor Frogs, located just off the port. Freeport is designed more for the active traveler with snorkeling, sailing, scuba diving and golf. Trips begin at two days in length.
For college students living on the West Coast, Carnival Cruise Line offers trips to Mexico that leave from San Diego and Los Angeles. While Cancun is a typical destination for college students, Carnival offers cruises to Baja, Mexico, an area that isn't as crowded or seen as such a tourist trap. These trips offer access to the private beaches of Ensenada as one of the many perks. The four-day cruise also includes a stop at the Catalina and Emerald islands, popular destinations for many Hollywood celebrities.
Catalina Island is unfamiliar to many but offers all the amenities of mainland Mexico. Offering both beaches and rock cliffs on the water, Catalina Island has many water-related activities for those who want more action. Some of these include ocean rafting and kayaking, snorkeling and para-sailing.
Without a doubt, Cancun remains one of the most sought-after destinations for college students, especially during spring break. Due to this fact, just about all major cruise lines offer affordable cruises. The stiff competition among the cruise lines is responsible for driving costs down. This trips typically range in duration from three to seven days.
Cancun hosts 14 miles of white sand beaches. The northern portion is calmer and ideal for swimmers while the eastern portion has rougher waters that is ideal for surfers. Cancun also has the benefit of being near Playa del Carmen and Cozumel.
Even with the beaches and activities that are offered, Cancun will always be known as a place to party. It hosts many large nightclubs that can hold up to 1,800 people. Some of these clubs are chains that have other tropical locations, and some are unique to Cancun. They feature many amenities such as outdoor terraces and large pools in the place of dance floors.
