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Bienvenidos a Cozumel, one of the most popular Caribbean cruise destinations and a beautiful Mexican island located off the eastern coast of Yucatan Peninsula, part of Mexico’s state of Quintana Roo. The island is separated from the mainland by Cozumel Chanel and faces Puerto del Carmen on the opposite side. The economy of Cozumel mainly relies on the cruise industry, and the island’s infrastructure was built to suit the needs of cruise passengers coming to Cozumel. Thus, the island boasts a wide variety of adventure and animal parks, tourist resorts, shopping malls, exotic bars, authentic Mexican restaurants, and more. Upon exiting the terminal area, turn right and after a 10-minute walk, you’ll reach a wonderful waterfront boardwalk filled with restaurants, bars, and shops. A part of the museum belongs to the restaurant offering delicious Mexican specialties and stunning views of the ocean.
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The terminal (aka Little Cozumel) has the most modern and diverse facilities. By contrast, frequent cruisers that have repeatedly docked in Cozumel tend to think that the terminals (and even the piers) are unquestionably designated for specific cruise lines. The only ways to get from the Cozumel International Airport to the Cozumel cruise port -- regardless of the terminal -- is by taxi or airport shuttle. Considering Cozumel is an island off the Mayan Riviera coast, driving to the cruise port in Cozumel from the mainland isn't possible.
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Instead, we decide decided to carve out a “virtual sea day” on Princess Regal. This meant staying on board on a port day when most other passengers would be off the ship. If you are taking a Western Caribbean cruise, a stop at the cruise port in Cozumel is likely to be on your itinerary. Cozumel is a shoppers paradise and the cruise companies will no doubt sell hard about where to get the best deals and supply booklets of vouchers for discounts. Of course, they want you to visit those shops for a reason and those discounts are no doubt built into the asking prices.
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Currently, there is a small pier serving mainly ferries to / from Cozumel (approx 12 mi / 20 km away). There are two ferry companies running the Calica (Playa del Carmen)-Cozumel ferries. Taxi service is available 24/7 at the Cancun International Airport, but this must be booked in advance online. The Playa ferry takes about 45 minutes to reach Cozumel, where you'll be dropped off at the ferry pier in San Miguel.
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Off the southern coast of the island is a beach called Playa El Cielo, famous for the thousands of underwater starfish scattered across the fine white sand, much like stars in the sky. El Cielo translates to "heaven," and it will be no surprise why this beach bears its name. "El Cielo is an incredible shoal/sandbar, and it's only accessible by boat. It's a 30-minute trip and absolutely worth it for those wishing to escape the more crowded beaches," said Rabinor.
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The largest vessels (including Royal Caribbean and NCL ships) dock at International Pier. This is Cozumel's oldest pier, located at ~5 min taxi ride from San Miguel. After disembarkation, passengers walk through a shopping plaza with various shops, restaurants, bars.
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In October 2018 was conducted a study for building a new (4th) cruise terminal on Cozumel Island to cope with the constantly increasing passenger shipping traffic. According to Quintana Roo state's statistics, in 2018 the island was visited by over 3,1 million cruise ship tourists (passengers and crew). For instance, many a seasoned cruiser will swear that Carnival cruise ships dock exclusively at the Puerta Maya and that Royal Caribbean (and Celebrity ships) only dock at the International Cruise Terminal. As much as this is true (most of the time), the Editor has been on Carnival ships docking at the International Terminal. And, as shown in the photo above, Carnival ships may also dock at the Punta Langosta Terminal.
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As for boating excursions, anytime you place yourself in the care of a small boat operator, there is a risk. The most important thing is that you feel safe onboard a tour boat. If there aren’t visible life jackets or if safety on the boat feels lax, you might be better off canceling the tour. Ship sanctioned tours have been checked out by the cruise line and have standards they must abide by. Cozumel, located in Mexico's Yucatan peninsula in the Caribbean, is not only the busiest port of call in the country but also among the busiest cruise ports of call in the world.
These will take you to the ferry terminal and you'll still need to take a ferry to Cozumel. Cozumel’s cuisine is dominated by Mexican, American and international cuisine. Fresh seafood is always a good choice, and so is the cochinita pibil – a slow-roasted, highly seasoned pork dish. Cool off with a michelada, made with beer and freshly squeezed lime juice over ice in a salt-rimmed glass. Many of the most popular local Yucatan dishes will be familiar to American palates, particularly if you reside in the southern part of the country. For a more local adventure during your stay, have any local hotel (you don't need to be a guest in most cases) order you a taxi to Cancun city.
If you love the idea of scuba diving but you want something a bit simpler, this might be the Cozumel activity for you. You simply “wear” a sort of “sub suit” that allows you to go 20 feet below the water and have unobstructed views of the marine life. And with Cozumel’s reputation for great reefs and pristine coral, this is a great thing to do while cruising to this beautiful island. The ferry port is not far from downtown, so hopping on the ferry to see some more sights in Mexico might make sense if you have time during your cruise. Some excursions also require a ferry ride to the mainland to see Mayan Ruins or explore scenic caves.
It amazes me how many people have been to Cozumel and have never been to Chankanaab. It does cost $21 for adults and $14 for children to have access to the park, but once inside you will find enough things for everyone to do for the entire day. The first time I went to Cozumel I brought my own snorkel gear and just pulled over at random places to check out the water.
When I go on a Caribbean cruise, my top priority is visiting the beautiful beaches that the region has to offer. The Caribbean sea is renowned for its stunning beaches, and there are numerous options that never fail to impress. Typically, beach breaks are included in the official excursions, which conveniently provide transportation and lunch. Another highly recommended tourist destination is Chankanaab, an adventure park that offers a beach, animal shows, snuba diving, swimming with dolphins, a spa, and more. With new additions to the restaurant scene, there’s an oceanfront eatery serving authentic Mexican and popular Caribbean dishes. You can also visit the popular Three Amigos bar, where friends can gather and relax on their port day.
Another noteworthy place to visit is El Museo, located a few blocks away from Punta Langosta pier on the oceanfront boardwalk. Upon disembarking from the ship, take a leisurely stroll down the pier and through the overpass, which leads to the entrance of Punta Langosta Mall. At the far end of the pier, you will encounter a mandatory security checkup area that ensures compliance with island regulations, including the prohibition of certain items, such as food. Occasionally, you may need to take a tender boat to reach the port, although this is uncommon. The majority of ships visiting Cozumel will dock at one of the three ports. Nachi Cocom Beach is an all-inclusive beach resort (unlimited beverages) with day pass entrance.
You can find exquisite jewelry, captivating paintings, comfy hammocks, and vibrant t-shirts and cover-ups in these charming local stores. In 2017, this number reached 3,6 million, ranking Cozumel the world's leading cruise ship tourism destination. In October 2015, the port hosted the second "FCCA Cruise Conference and Trade Show" (Oct 5-9). Port Cozumel cruise ship schedule shows timetable calendars of all arrival and departure dates by month. The port's schedule lists all ships (in links) with cruises going to or leaving from Cozumel, Quintana Roo Mexico, Riviera Maya. To see the full itineraries (ports of call dates and arrival / departure times) and their lowest rates – just follow the corresponding ship-link.
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