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4 Day Baja Mexico from Los Angeles, CA from $239.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Inspiration
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 12/19/11, 12/26/11, 1/2/12, 1/9/12, 1/16/12, 1/23/12, 1/30/12, 2/6/12, 2/13/12, 2/20/12, 2/27/12, 3/5/12, 3/12/12, 3/19/12, 3/26/12, 4/2/12, 4/9/12, 4/16/12, 4/23/12, 4/30/12, 5/7/12, 5/14/12, 5/21/12 More Dates
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Catalina Island, Ensenada
Duration: 4

3 Day Baja Mexico from Los Angeles, CA from $249.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Inspiration
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 12/23/11, 12/30/11, 1/6/12, 1/13/12, 1/20/12, 1/27/12, 2/3/12, 2/10/12, 2/17/12, 2/24/12, 3/2/12, 3/9/12, 3/16/12, 3/23/12, 3/30/12, 4/6/12, 4/13/12, 4/20/12, 4/27/12, 5/4/12, 5/11/12, 5/18/12, 5/25/1 More Dates
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Ensenada
Duration: 3

3 Day Baja Mexico from Los Angeles, CA from $249.00 (USD)

4 Day Baja Mexico from Los Angeles, CA from $259.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Paradise
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 10/3/11, 10/10/11, 10/17/11, 10/24/11, 10/31/11, 11/7/11, 11/14/11, 11/21/11
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Catalina Island, Ensenada
Duration: 4

3 Day Baja Mexico from Los Angeles, CA from $309.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Paradise
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 9/23/11, 9/30/11, 10/7/11, 10/14/11, 10/21/11, 10/28/11, 11/4/11, 11/11/11, 11/18/11, 11/25/11
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Ensenada
Duration: 3

2 Day Baja Mexico from Los Angeles, CA from $319.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Inspiration
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 12/17/11
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Ensenada
Duration: 2

2 Day Baja Mexico from Los Angeles, CA from $319.00 (USD)

5 Day Baja Mexico from Los Angeles, CA from $329.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Splendor
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 10/16/11, 10/30/11, 11/13/11, 11/27/11, 1/1/12
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 5

5 Day Baja Mexico from Los Angeles, CA from $329.00 (USD)

6 Day Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles, CA from $339.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Splendor
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 1/13/13
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 6

6 Day Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles, CA from $339.00 (USD)

5 Day Baja Mexico from San Diego, CA from $364.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Spirit
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 2/12/12, 2/26/12, 3/11/12, 3/25/12, 4/8/12
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 5

5 Day Baja Mexico from San Diego, CA from $364.00 (USD)

7 Day Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles, CA from $369.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Splendor
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 10/2/11, 10/9/11, 10/16/11, 10/23/11, 10/30/11, 11/6/11, 11/13/11, 11/20/11, 12/4/11, 12/11/11, 1/1/12, 1/8/12, 1/15/12, 1/22/12, 1/29/12, 2/5/12, 2/12/12, 2/19/12, 2/26/12, 3/4/12, 3/11/12, 3/18/12, More Dates
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta
Duration: 7

7 Day Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles, CA from $369.00 (USD)

7 Day Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles, CA from $419.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Splendor
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 11/27/11
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta
Duration: 7

9 Day Mexican Riviera from San Diego, CA from $479.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Spirit
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 3/2/12, 3/16/12, 3/30/12
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Manzanillo, Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada
Duration: 9

9 Day Mexican Riviera from San Diego, CA from $479.00 (USD)

8 Day Mexican Riviera from San Diego, CA from $489.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Spirit
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 2/4/12
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo
Duration: 8

9 Day Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles, CA from $489.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Spirit
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 10/7/11, 11/4/11
Ports of Call: Starting in San Pedro with stops in Manzanillo, Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada
Duration: 9

8 Day Mexican Riviera from San Diego, CA from $489.00 (USD)

9 Day Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles, CA from $519.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Spirit
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 10/21/11, 11/18/11, 12/23/11
Ports of Call: Starting in San Pedro with stops in Ensenada, Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo
Duration: 9

9 Day Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles, CA from $519.00 (USD)

6 Day Baja Mexico from Los Angeles, CA from $559.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Spirit
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 12/17/11
Ports of Call: Starting in San Pedro with stops in Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada
Duration: 6

9 Day Mexican Riviera from San Diego, CA from $579.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Spirit
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 2/17/12
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Ensenada, Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo
Duration: 9

6 Day Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles, CA from $589.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Splendor
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 12/18/11
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta
Duration: 6

7-NIGHT MEXICAN RIVIERA from $599.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Ship Name: Oosterdam
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 11/5/11, 11/26/11, 12/3/11
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Cruising Bahia Magdalena, Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 7

7-NIGHT MEXICAN RIVIERA from $599.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Ship Name: Oosterdam
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 1/7/12, 1/28/12, 2/18/12, 3/10/12
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Cruising Bahia Magdalena, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 7

7-DAY MEXICAN RIVIERA from $599.00 (USD)

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Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Ship Name: Oosterdam
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 12/24/11, 12/31/11
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Cruising Bahia Magdalena, Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 7

7-NIGHT MEXICAN RIVIERA from $799.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Ship Name: Zaandam
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 11/10/12, 12/1/12
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Cruising Bahia Magdalena, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 7

7-NIGHT MEXICAN RIVIERA from $799.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Ship Name: Zaandam
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 1/19/13, 2/9/13, 3/2/13, 3/23/13, 3/30/13
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Cruising Bahia Magdalena, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 7

7-DAY MEXICAN RIVIERA from $799.00 (USD)

8 Day Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles, CA from $869.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
Ship Name: Carnival Splendor
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 12/24/11
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, La Paz
Duration: 8

8 Day Mexican Riviera from Los Angeles, CA from $869.00 (USD)

8-NIGHT MEXICAN RIVIERA from $899.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Ship Name: Zaandam
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 4/6/13
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, Loreto, Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 8

8-DAY MEXICAN RIVIERA from $899.00 (USD)

7-NIGHT MEXICAN RIVIERA from $999.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Ship Name: Oosterdam
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 10/8/11
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Cruising Bahia Magdalena, Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 7

11-NIGHT MEXICAN RIVIERA from $1,099.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Ship Name: Zaandam
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 10/12/11
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Cruising Bahia Magdalena, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo, Huatulco, Zihuatanejo (Ixtapa), Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 11

11-NIGHT MEXICAN RIVIERA from $1,099.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Ship Name: Oosterdam
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 10/4/11
Ports of Call: Starting in Vancouver with stops in Victoria, San Diego, Cruising Bahia Magdalena, Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 11

7-NIGHT MEXICAN RIVIERA from $1,099.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Ship Name: Zaandam
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 12/22/12, 12/29/12
Ports of Call: Starting in San Diego with stops in Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas
Duration: 7

12-NIGHT MEXICAN RIVIERA AND COASTAL from $1,299.00 (USD)

1228 - MEXICAN SERENADE from $2,650.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Crystal Cruises
Ship Name: Crystal Symphony
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 11/27/11
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Cruising the Pacific Ocean, Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta
Duration: 7

2228 - RIVIERA HOLIDAY from $2,760.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Crystal Cruises
Ship Name: Crystal Symphony
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 11/18/12
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Cruising the Pacific Ocean, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta
Duration: 7

2228 - RIVIERA HOLIDAY from $2,760.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Crystal Cruises
Ship Name: Crystal Symphony
Destination: Mexico
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Cruising the Pacific Ocean, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta
Duration: 7

1230 - SUN-KISSED SHORES from $3,110.00 (USD)

Cruise Line: Crystal Cruises
Ship Name: Crystal Symphony
Destination: Mexico
Departures: 12/11/11
Ports of Call: Starting in Los Angeles with stops in Cruising the Pacific Ocean, Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, Topolobampo, Loreto, La Paz
Duration: 10

ALL ABOUT MEXICO

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As you wander slowly down cobblestone streets of a traditional Mexican village, you can't help but wonder whether it is the warmth of the sun or of the people that gives you such a feeling of ease. As you walk among Mayan ruins, you ponder the ability of an ancient civilization to make you feel so new. The questions fade out of your mind as quickly as they entered, but the feeling they invoke will always remain etched in your memory.

Sun, sand and surf - what more could you ask for? The Mexican Riviera is filled with rich culture, bright flavors, scenic vistas, and most definitely, fun in the sun. The La Quebrada cliff divers of Acapulco will leave you amazed at their daredevil flying feats. The cobbled streets of Puerto Vallarta's Malecón are ideal for a relaxing stroll. And the deep-water lagoons, coconut groves and laid-back attitude of Zihuatanejo provide a delightful taste of Old Mexico. Don't forget Mazatlán's long sandy beaches and the chance to spot humpback and gray whales off Cabo San Lucas.

There is so much to do and see on the Riviera. By day, swim, fish, shop or soak up the local culture. By night, savor the bold and fresh flavors of the region, like handmade tortillas and fresh guacamole, then pick up some new steps, dancing the night away to a salsa beat. It's time to go to the Mexican Riviera.

Mexican Riviera Highlights
The Mexican Riviera has always been an accessible place for sun seekers. A cruise to Mexico makes it that much more simple to see it all; each port of call has its own unique personality and charm. The La Quebrada cliff divers of Acapulco will leave you amazed at their daredevil flying feats. The cobbled streets of Puerto Vallarta's Malécon are ideal for a relaxing stroll. And the deep-water lagoons, coconut groves and laid-back attitude of Zihuatanejo provide a delightful taste of Old Mexico. Of course, you can’t forget Mazatlán's long sandy beaches and whale-watching opportunities off Cabo San Lucas. There's always plenty to see and do on a Mexico cruise.

Whale Watching
The sighting of humpback, gray, and blue whales breaching the water is truly an epic experience that you'll never forget. Cruise Mexico for the ultimate thrill—a chance to witness some of the ocean's most intelligent creatures migrating off the Baja coast.
Sunny Cultures
Soothing seas, clear skies and warm tropical breezes make the golden Mexican Riviera a haven for sun worshippers and the myriad of outdoor activities that a warm climate allows. And a cruise to Mexico is the perfect vacation for golfers

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