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4 Night Western Caribbean Cruise

Royal Caribbean International is known for ships with a wow factor. From ice skating rinks to zip lines, if you can think of it, you can find it on a Royal Caribbean cruise.

Jamaican waterfalls, intriguing cultures, and cave tubing—cruise to the Western Caribbean.

Whether it’s a trip to the historical streets of Ybor, a day in the Florida Aquarium or a nice Cuban-infused meal, your time in Tampa will make you consider a longer stay.

• Grandeur Of The Seas - Passenger Capacity:  1,992 (double occupancy) Year Built: 1996 Last Refurbished: 2012

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Tampa, Florida , Cozumel, Mexico

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4 Night Western Caribbean Cruise sailing on the Grandeur Of The Seas

Departure dates: may 2024 - oct 2024.

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Caribbean and Bahamas: Western Caribbean Cruise

4-night grandeur of the seas cruise.

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Cruise to the Caribbean and discover the cliff-diving, breeze-swaying, sand-between-your-toes, no-worries pace of island life. Hundreds of years of history have left jungle ruins from ancient times and vibrant colonial towns with brightly painted buildings reflecting a fascinating history. Discover the white-sand beaches and rugged cliffs or see towering mountains, explore the lush rainforests. If calm, contemplative nature is more your thing, spend the day admiring cascading waterfalls and the vivid coral reefs that are home to manta rays and parrot fish.

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Tampa is a city on Tampa Bay, along Florida’s Gulf Coast. A major business center, it’s also known for its museums and other cultural offerings. Busch Gardens is an African-themed amusement park with thrill rides and animal-viewing areas. The historic Ybor City neighborhood, developed by Cuban and Spanish cigar-factory workers at the turn of the 20th century, is a dining and nightlife destination.

The beautiful island of Cozumel, the largest inhabited island in Mexico, is a paradise for divers from all over the world. The island is surrounded by more than 25 reef formations where divers of all ages and skills can enter into a completely fascinating and different world: endless coral inhabited by immense shoals of colorful fish. The possibilities are interminable for both beginners and experts. East of the Yucatán Peninsula, on top of the age-old structures of the Mayan coral reef, the second largest in the world, stands the Island of Cozumel, the largest inhabited island in Mexico. Its name, derived from the word Cuzamil, meaning “island of swallows” in Maya, conjures up memories of its pre-Hispanic origin, the conquest of America and the pirates and buccaneers that thronged its seas. The Island of Cozumel measures 48 km from north to south but only 16 from east to west. On either side of the island, beaches form a long, white sandy coast. Gentle waves and transparent waters wash the western side of the island, while huge waves crash against the eastern side. Its flora and fauna have a number of unusual features and include certain endemic species, such as the dwarf raccoon and the Cozumel wren. Cozumel’s greatest wealth, however, lies underwater.

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Grandeur of the Seas

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• Year Built: 1996
• Year Refurbished: 2012

Double Occupancy Capacity: 1992

From winter getaways and coastal escapes filled with fall foliage, to the most exotic shores and cities in the Caribbean, Grandeur of the Seas is the ultimate east coast adventure, sailing from Baltimore. It’s the perfect blend of unique experiences onboard and unbelievable shores, like the lush islands of the Southern Caribbean, Bermuda’s unspoiled beaches, Canada’s picturesque ports and New England’s iconic coastlines that make Grandeur of the Seas one of the best intimate cruise ships for families and couples.

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Onboard Activities

Activities & services (included in cruise).

• Bars/Lounges
• Disco/Nightclub
• Movies Under the Stars®
• Theater/Show Lounge
• Fitness Center
• Sauna/Steam Room
• Upper-deck jogging track
• Pool - Adults Only
• Pool - Outdoor
• Pool - Indoor/Covered
• Rock-Climbing Wall
• Sports Facilities
• Whirlpool/Jacuzzi
• Children's Indoor Play Area
• Educational Classes
• Organized Age Specific Activities
• Teen Center or Disco
• Teen Programs
• Business Center
• Concierge Desk
• Conference Center
• Duty-Free Shops/Boutiques
• Safe Deposit Boxes

Activities & Services (available for an extra fee)

• Full-Service Spa
• Game Arcade
• Beauty Salon
• Fitness Classes
• Spa Services/Massage
• Educational Programs
• Internet Center
• Dry Cleaning/ Laundry Service
• Infirmary/Medical Center
• Wedding/Vow Renewal

Main Dining Room

Main Dining

Main Dining Room:  Sweeping, multi-level ambience, world-class cuisine and extraordinary personal service from a dedicated wait staff. Royal Caribbean’s main dining room serves exceptional, multi-course meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Giovanni's Table

Specialty Dining

Café Latte-tudes:  Caffeine fix, coffee break, or after-dinner cappuccino – drop by this café for sweets, people watching and specialty coffee beverages. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Chef's Table:  A once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience – join guests in an exclusive enclave to savour a five-course, gourmet menu specially prepared and presented by the Chef de Cuisine. Every course pairs with a wine chosen to enhance your enjoyment of the dish. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Chops Grille℠:  Royal Caribbean's popular signature steakhouse, featuring grade-A premium cuts of steak cooked to your specifications, plus fresh seafood, hearty side dishes and signature desserts in an upscale, contemporary setting. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Giovanni's Table:  A casual Italian trattoria with indoor and al fresco seating, Giovanni's Table offers rustic dishes with a contemporary flair, including toasted herb foccacia, pastas, braised meat dishes and stews, served family-style. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Izumi Sushi & Hot Rocks:  The traditional Japanese dishes at Izumi will impress you with pure, delicate flavors, freshness of ingredients and impeccable presentation. Choose from sushi rolls, sashimi and more. This restaurant is available for an additional cost.

Casual Dining

Park Cafe:  In the mood for deli classics that knock it out of the park? Head to Park Café, where you’ll find quick bites to please every palate. Crisp made-to-order salads? Check. Fresh-pressed paninis and sandwiches? Double check. And don’t miss the legendary Royal Kümmelweck roast beef sandwich – it’s a guest favorite (and a rite of passage for cruising foodies).

Windjammer:  A culinary destination loaded with an array of delicious food for every meal and snack time – all with spectacular views and a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Browse multiple serving stations featuring pastas, omelettes made-to-order, global cuisine, salads, soups, sandwiches, meat-carving, and tons of tantalizing desserts.

Room Service:  Room service is available 24-hours a day (a convenience charge applies to each order placed).

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Inside Stateroom

Ocean view stateroom, balcony stateroom, suite stateroom.

Interior staterooms include a wide array of amenities for your whole family to enjoy.

Interior (Category: 1V)

• Our most budget-friendly option
• A cozy and comfortable retreat
• Perfect for long naps after an adventure-filled day
• Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
• Two Pullman beds in staterooms with up to 4 guests
• Stateroom: 136 sq. ft.

Interior (Category: 2V)

Interior (category: 3v), interior (category: 4v), guarantee - inside (category: zi).

Category: ZI This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Guarantee - Quad Interior Stateroom (Category: ZQ)

Category: ZQ This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Spectacular sights and amazing views from the comfort of your stateroom.

Spacious Ocean View (Category: 1M)

• Extra square footage at a great value
• Perfect if you need that little extra space
• Your very own in-stateroom window
• One double sofa bed
• Staterom: 193 sq. ft.

Connecting Ocean View (Category: CO)

• Connects to the room next door
• Get "double" the space by booking both
• Great for families
• Stateroom: 151 sq. ft.

Ocean View (Category: 1N)

• Budget-friendly with a view of the ocean
• Great for families with small children
• Stateroom: 126 sq. ft.

Ocean View (Category: 2N)

Ocean view (category: 3n), ocean view (category: 4n), guarantee - oceanview (category: yo).

Category: YO This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Guarantee - Quad Oceanview Stateroom (Category: YQ)

Category: YQ This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Enjoy the ambiance of our neighborhood balcony staterooms that overlook the Central Park and Boardwalk neighborhoods or take in breathtaking views from your Ocean View balcony stateroom.

Spacious Ocean View Balcony (Category: 1B)

• Private balcony with chairs for those pristine ocean views
• One double sofa bed in staterooms with up to 4 guests
• Stateroom: 195 sq. ft.
• Balcony: 39 sq. ft.

Spacious Ocean View Balcony (Category: 2B)

Spacious ocean view balcony (category: 3b), spacious ocean view balcony (category: 4b), guarantee - balcony (category: xb).

Category: XB This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Guarantee - Quad Balcony Stateroom (Category: XQ)

Category: XQ This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Exclusive experiences, inclusive amenities, luxury accommodations and more.

Royal Suite - 1 Bedroom (Category: RS)

• Extra-large suite with expansive square footage
• Panoramic views with a large balcony
• Living area with baby grand piano
• One King bed
• Stateroom: 1,326 sq. ft.
• Balcony: 128 sq. ft.

Owner's Suite - 1 Bedroom (Category: OS)

• Larger and more luxurious than our one bedroom Grand Suites
• Put the extra square footage to use as you kick back and relax
• Stateroom: 517 sq. ft.
• Balcony: 111 sq. ft.

Grand Suite - 2 Bedrooms (Category: GT)

• High-occupancy two bedroom suite
• Perfect for groups or families
• Two sets of twin beds that convert to a Royal King bed
• Two Pullman beds
• Statement: 532 sq. ft.
• Balcony: 79 sq. ft.

Grand Suite - 1 Bedroom (Category: GS)

• Ample space, including a living room and full bathroom with a tub
• Private balcony with seating
• "Grandest" suite in the fleet
• Stateroom: 349 sq. ft.

Junior Suite (Category: J3)

• Our standard suite for luxury
• Private balcony with two chairs
• Live the suite life on a budget
• Stateroom: 243 sq. ft.
• Balcony: 74 sq. ft.

Junior Suite (Category: J4)

Ocean view suite (no balcony) (category: vo).

• High-occupancy suite perfect for groups or families
• In-stateroom window offering ocean views
• Gives you the space you need for the ultimate vacation vibes
• Stateroom: 535 sq. ft.

Guarantee - Suite (Category: WS)

Category: WS This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

• Ship Name: Grandeur of the Seas
• Year Entered Present Fleet: 1996
• Ship Class: Vision
• Maximum Capacity: 2,440
• Number of Passenger Decks: 11
• Number of Crew: 760
• Officers' Nationality: International
• Ocean-View without Balcony: 364
• Ocean-View with Balcony: 118
• Total Inside Staterooms: 399
• Tonnage (GRT): 74,140
• Capacity Based on Double Occupancy: 1,992
• Country of Registry: The Bahamas
• Total Staterooms: 996
• Suites with Balcony: 94
• Crew/Hotel Staff Nationality: International

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Ship's registry: The Bahamas

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Affordable and full of Oasis-class upgrades, Grandeur of the Seas keeps the mega ship vibes to a minimum while still providing a good variety of entertainment options to passengers used to Royal Caribbean's superlative razzle and dazzle.

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4 Nights - Western Caribbean

Cruise Ship : Grandeur of the Seas

Departing : Thursday, October 3, 2024 from Tampa, Florida

Cruise Line : Royal Caribbean

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12 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise

12 Nights - Grandeur of the Seas - Departed from Miami, Florida

Great travel at a good price.

10 Night Southern Caribbean Cruise

10 Nights - Grandeur of the Seas - Departed from Miami, Florida

I went on the Granduer of the Seas which is the oldest ship in Royal Caribbean's fleet. It is need for a major overhaul. The staff was amazing. The ports were gorgeous but very touristy. Most stops are very poor. It was eye opening. I tried to buy local instead of the duty free littered in every port. We were very disappointed in the variety of lunch foods in the Windjammer on the ship. Supposedly, the ship is going in for an overhaul at the end of March. A lot needs to be upgraded, but still had an amazing time.

9 Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise

9 Nights - Grandeur of the Seas - Departed from Miami, Florida

It was wonderful. The ship was clean, the staff was excellent and the food was good. The entertainment shows was very good

We enjoyed our time on Royal Caribbean. It was great to see places we had not been to and appreciated the different options for excursions.

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4 Night Western Caribbean Cruise

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Day 3: Cozumel, Mexico

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Wonder of the Seas Trip Log Day 4: 7-Night Western Caribbean Royal Caribbean Cruise – Cozumel – March 13, 2024

Trip log, day four. Cozumel, Mexico (7AM – 6PM). 7-Night Western Caribbean Royal Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral, Florida  March 13, 2024 Cruise Compass – Day 4  |  The Social Feed – Day 4 Wonder of the Seas Deck Plan

Today looks promising with a forecast calling for sun, and a hight of 87ºF! I was up and out of the room early to go get some coffee while Emily went to the gym.

I spent some time working, as we were now connecting to a Starlink data center in Mexico (which caused an issue since remote connections were blocked based on geolocation). Thankfully, my VPN was not blocked, and I could re-route through Florida! This is one nice thing about Disney Cruise Line’s new internet plans ; the traffic is routed through the United States (even when we were sailing in Europe), which is important for those that work remotely and have location restrictions.

Shorty after 9AM, we met up with our friends and headed ashore. The Wonder of the Seas docked any the International Cruise Terminal . Docking at this pier is new for us as we’ve always docked at Punta Langosta when cruising with Disney.

Once ashore, we made our way through the maze, I mean shopping area, to the taxi line. Initially, the line looked long, but it moved quickly as there was a line of taxis both cars and vans waiting in the road.

At 9:25 AM, the five of us loaded into a taxi van for a 20-minute drive from the International Cruise Terminal to a beach resort. The taxi ride cost $50 USD total for 5 people.

The plan for today was to enjoy the offerings at El Cozumeleño Beach Resort . We originally learned about this beach resort day pass from Matt over at Royal Caribbean Blog . The beach resort was not an excursion booked through the cruise line; this was an ‘on our own’ port adventure/excursion, which I completely understand may be outside of your comfort zone. It is not uncommon for us to venture ashore on our own, or with third party tour operators and we are well aware of the potential risks and accept the risk of booking outside the safety net of cruise line’s offerings.

Upon arrival at 9:45 AM, we checked in at the front desk with our printed day pass vouchers. We pre-purchased a $70/person El Cozumeleño Beach Resort Day pass from Resort for a Day . Technically, when we booked the day pass we paid a $20/person deposit with $50/person due at the time of our arrival. According to the information we received following the booking, the resort would only accept the final payment with a credit card. Essentially, they did not accept cash local or foreign currency. Also, be prepared to hand over your ship keycard or a government issued ID, which they hold until you are ready to leave. Once we were paid, signed the waiver/check-in form, we were given day pass bracelets to wear while on site. They also met us at check-in with non-alcoholic welcome drinks!

The resort day pass included snorkeling gear, unlimited food & drink options at the on-site restaurant & snack bar, access to the pool & beach areas, a mini golf course, game room & tennis court. There was complimentary WiFi, mostly available near the lobby area. Keep in mind, if this is something you choose to do in the future, the day pass does NOT include beach towels, you will need to bring them from your ship.

We set out to find a place to enjoy the day. It was still before 10am, but most of the loungers were spoken for with onsite guests placing belongings out to secure spots. I do not fault them one bit; they are paying to stay onsite and should have first choice. That being said, the resort is selling a day pass, so from my perspective, they should have seating to accommodate the day passes they are selling on any given day based on resort occupancy.

We found a row of loungers and started our day of beachside relaxation. Only thing missing was some shade, but the weather conditions were still pleasant where the sea breeze was more than enough to offset the full sun. And, we were armed with lots of sunscreen.

Last year over the Thanksgiving weekend, I purchased a second GoPro to give me some options on days when I want to film a time lapse while still having a camera to take into the water. Well, the new GoPro would not power up and trying to troubleshoot this in full sun was not working out, so I proceeded to set up the following beach view video that progresses into a time lapse of the morning.

While the camera was working, I settled into a lounger and plunged into my book. I was excited to go swimming today, but I had a disagreement with the Western Caribbean water temperature. Our friend’s daughter did venture out into the water to snorkel. She said it wasn’t that bad and Emily said the same thing to me later, as she just went and waded out and did a little swimming.

There were two servers walking the beach providing beverage and food service. We tipped early and at the end which in turn, kept us refreshed throughout our stay. The beer available was Dos Equis, and the bar was using well spirits, which isn’t uncommon for these sort of all inclusive offerings

While we could have ordered lunch from our server, we opted to walk up to the pavilion to sit and eat in the shade. Our options included a buffet, or you could order from the same menu that was offered at our loungers on the beach.

Below is a look at the various menu stations.

The highlight of the buffet was a made-to-order quesadilla station. I ordered two and grabbed chicken from the buffet which I cut up and added to the quesadillas.

Near the dining area was a complimentary bar where you could order cocktails, beer, and wine.

After lunch, we found a hot tub near one of the pools that wasn’t necessarily heated, but small enough to be naturally warm. There was a whirlpool near another pool, but it was the same temperature as the pool.

The balance of our time was spent lounging, reading, chatting. Overall, a nice day of doing relatively nothing!

It was time to return and I had been super focused on checking out because I handed over my driver’s license instead of ship card like everyone else. Why, because the lady at the desk asked for an ID and that is what I handed her not knowing it was going to be held. I figured it was just part of the standard check-in procedure just like at other resorts that check identification upon arrival. Anyway, we checked out, and we all had our IDs and ship cards back. We spoke with the bellhop to get a ride back to International Cruise Terminal. She waved to the line of taxis, but instead of a van for the 5 of us, two cars pulled up. Bellhop said it will be $15 per car which sounded too good to be true and a half mile down the road the lead taxi stopped, driver walked back to our taxi to chat with our driver… Our driver turned around and said, it is $25 per car because they were under the impression we were returning to Punta Langosta, not the International Cruise Terminal which is a longer drive. Moral of the story, always confirm with the driver, not the bellhop.

Join us for the condensed 20 minute drive back to the International Cruise Terminal.

One quick snapshot of the Cozumel sign with the ships in the background as we were walking back to the ship.

Shortly after boarding, I made a pit stop at Sorrento’s for a slice of pizza.

We proceeded back to the stateroom to clean up for dinner. This afternoon was the first time our balcony received full afternoon sun. Up to now, we had afternoon shade.

Tonight, we were skipping out on the main dining room which was serving the Taste of Mexico Menu.

Typically, I recommend sticking to the rotational offerings during your first cruise or first time on a new ship. However, this has long been predicated based on the experiences and setup of rotational dining with Disney Cruise Line and more recently with the evening entertainment offerings integrated into the restaurants. However, after our experience last year with Carnival, and so far with Royal Caribbean, the main dining rooms can be missed for other options both included and for an additional charge. I am not saying there is anything wrong with the main dining room, as the service has been exceptional and the food much better than I expected given the options available. In my opinion, Royal is not reducing the quality of food in the main dining rooms to push guests over to uncharge options. I only mention this because I’ve heard this in the past when folks are comparing cruise lines stating Disney may charge more, but standard offerings are much better and there isn’t a manipulative push to uncharge options or paying for things that are included with Disney.

As I was saying, tonight we are skipping the main dining room for dinner at Solarium Bistro located on deck 15 forward. Royal Caribbean promotes Solarium Bistro as a buffet offer serving fresh ingredients and Mediterranean flavors for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is a main seating area with a view forward out to the Solarium area. Reservations are required, but there is no additional charge except a few select items as well as certain beverages. The restaurant offers self service buffet stations with Mediterranean inspired dishes. Here is a look at the menu presented outside the entrance.

We ate in stages around the restaurant staring with appetizers and progressing up to dessert rather than filling up one plate in one pass. Part of the experience includes a server who will serve beverages and clear plates as well as take your order from the select uncharge items listed on the menu such as the surf & turf.

Overall, this felt like a buffet. Dishes were hit and miss. I would not go out of my way to return for dinner as it felt like Mediterranean night at Windjammer. As much as I enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean, I think I would have enjoyed the Taste of Mexico offerings in the main dining room better.

Later in the evening we returned to Spotlight Karaoke for what was advertised as Trivia: Movie Posters, but due to technical problems it was switched to Romance Film Trivia.

However, more technical problems arose causing the trivia to change to Movie Classics Visual Trivia. Turns out, or so we were told during the delay, the technical issue stemmed from hard drive consolidation where all the trivia was converted from slideshows to PDFs. It is 2024, file storage should not be a limiting factor. Royal, I invite you to use my Amazon affiliate link to buy 60TB NAS .

Technical issues aside, the trivia was a lot of fun and conveniently located to Sorento’s Pizza.

Just wish we could have gotten points for naming Dopey, Doc, Bashful, Sneezy, Happy, Grumpy, and Sleepy. Those extra 7 points may have given seasoned Disney Cruise trivia participants a fighting chance this evening.

After a really busy day of relaxing, it was time for bed. Tomorrow, we have a new-to-us-port and an adventure planned!

Complete Trip Log Index

• Day 1 – Port Canaveral, Florida
• Day 2 – Perfect Day at Coco Cay
• Day 3 – At Sea
• Day 4 – Cozumel, Mexico
• Day 5 – Roatan, Honduras
• Day 6 – Costa Maya, Mexico
• Day 7 – At Sea
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2 Replies to “Wonder of the Seas Trip Log Day 4: 7-Night Western Caribbean Royal Caribbean Cruise – Cozumel – March 13, 2024”

Curious to know how you compare the shopping areas between the Punta Langosta and international cruise terminals. Are they largely interchangeable? I know not a soul is booking their vacation based on which port shopping they get at Cozumel, but still would be interesting to see how the offerings compare.

We spent 0 minutes shopping. I actually found this terminal to be more difficult to get out to taxi area because the signs were not updated to the current way they had guests routed. However, to be fair, this may be due to my familiarity of Punta Lagosta.

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