As of spring 2010, the Norwegian Star offers vacationers a seven-day round trip from Los Angeles to Mexican destinations such as Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta. The cruise, which runs from December through April, spends three days of the vacation at sea. Norwegian Star features the Star Club casino, which has slot machines and poker tables, as well as an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, the Barong exercise room and on-board restaurants, such as Le Bistro and the Teppanyaki Room, that serve meals throughout the day. Live entertainment happens every night at the Stardust Theater. Each of the ship's cabins has satellite television and a private bathroom, while some of the cabins have living room areas and private balconies. As of spring 2010, cabin rates on this cruise start at $459.
Norwegian Cruise Line
7655 Corporate Center Dr.
Miami, FL 33126
305-436-4000
ncl.com
The Carnival Paradise offers a round-trip vacation out of Los Angeles that sails to the Mexican city of Ensenada, as well as the California island of Catalina. Offshore excursions in Ensenada include snorkeling, shopping and chances to observe La Bufadora, a natural geyser approximately 30 minutes south of the city. Amenities on this ship include an outdoor swimming pool with twister water slide, nine-hole miniature golf course and exercise center. The cruise's spa offers massage therapies and facial treatments. Paris, one of the Carnival Paradise's restaurants, serves French delicacies throughout the day. Staterooms have satellite television, bathrobes and 24-hour room service. The cruise's suites include a whirlpool tub and vanity furniture. As of spring 2010, Carnival Paradise offers this four-day tour every week of the year on Mondays through Fridays at cabin rates as low as $209.
Carnival Cruises
3655 NW 87th Ave.
Miami, FL 33178
888-227-6482
carnival.com
Mariner of the Seas sails from Los Angeles to Mexican destinations such as Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta. Land excursions on this cruise include walking city tours of Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta, as well as boating through the rock formations of Land's End near Cabo San Lucas. Mariner of the Seas can hold more than 3,100 passengers and features an ice skating rink, gaming at Casino Royale, a basketball court, and dining at Johnny Rocket's and Portofino. Both restaurants have lunch and dinner menus. Amenities in the ship's cabins include a flat-screen television and work desk, while some have a living room area and private balcony. As of spring 2010, Mariner of the Seas offers this seven-day vacation every week of the year, and room rates begin at $479.
Royal Caribbean International
1050 Caribbean Way
Miami, FL 33132
866-562-7625
royalcaribbean.com
