Select from an inside, window view, balcony or suite room on Royal Caribbean's Voyager of the Seas ship, which sails from New Orleans into the Western Caribbean on a seven-night cruise. Ports include Cozumel, George Town and Jamaica, plus three days at sea. Excursions include visiting the town of Hell, touring a house made entirely of conch shells, checking out a turtle farm and nursery, heading to Sting Ray City and viewing 19th century architecture. Opportunities on board include an ice-skating rink, inline skating, rock-climbing wall, casino, golf simulator, day spa, basketball court and art gallery. Dine around the clock at three daily buffets, 24-hour room service, a mystery dinner theater, Italian restaurant, coffee bar and 1950s-style restaurant.
Royal Caribbean
866-562-7625
royalcaribbean.com
Set sail out of New Orleans and into the Eastern Caribbean aboard Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Triumph ship. The seven-day itinerary stops in Nassau and Freeport in the Bahamas and Key West, Florida, with three full days at sea. Off-ship options for adventure include the Hemingway House (with more than 60 cats who live on site), visiting the very southernmost tip of the United States, relaxing on a beach with coconut palm trees, golfing, shopping and a glass-bottom-boat tour. Back on board, enjoy a nine-hole mini-golf course, salon, fitness center, sauna, arcade, theater, waterslide and pools, Internet cafe and casino, plus unlimited 24-hour dining at options such as a sushi bar, gourmet dining room and pizzeria. Select from four cabin styles, including an interior room (no window), ocean view, balcony and suite.
Carnival
888-227-6482
carnival.com
Embark in New Orleans and sail to Costa Maya, Roatan, Belize City and Cozumel aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Spirit ship. The seven-day cruise offers the opportunity to dive off the Belizean Reef, walk the Mayan jungles, tour Yucatan paths with tropical birds and monkeys, snorkel and fish. The Spirit offers a choice of 14 eateries, plus in-room dining, 10 bars and lounges, a casino, spa, fitness center, comedy club, hot tubs, specialty activities for kids and teens, art galleries and auction, dance lessons, pools and water treadmills. While four cabin styles (inside, ocean view, balcony and suite) are available, cruisers may choose to upgrade to specific cabins such as the deluxe penthouse, which offers a balcony, dining area, whirlpool bathtub, butler and concierge.
Norwegian Cruise Line
866-234-7350
ncl.com
