9 Night The Americas & Caribbean (San Diego Roundtrip)
Crystal Serenity
Crystal Serenity
December 30, 2026
9 Night The Americas & Caribbean

Crystal Serenity - 12/30/2026

The December 30, 2026 cruise on the Crystal Serenity departs from San Diego, California. On this 9 Night The Americas & Caribbean (San Diego Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Crystal Serenity sets sail on Wednesday, Dec 30th and returns on Friday, Jan 8th.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
San Diego
California
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
3

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Crystal Serenity - December 30, 2026 - 9 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 29thSan Diego, California
2Dec 30thAt Sea
3Dec 31stAt Sea
4Jan 2ndManzanillo, Mexico
5Jan 3rdPuerto Vallarta, Mexico
6Jan 4thMazatlan, Mexico
7Jan 5thCabo San Lucas, Mexico
8Dec 29thCabo San Lucas, Mexico
9Jan 6thAt Sea
10Jan 8thSan Diego, California

The Crystal Serenity sails on December 30, 2026 for a 9 Night The Americas & Caribbean (San Diego Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of San Diego, California at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of San Diego, California on Jan 8th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Crystal Serenity will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
64 / 100
safer than 64% of all cruises
64
8
/ 10
San Diego, California
San Diego
San Diego is generally safe for tourists, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas and secure their belongings.
6
/ 10
Manzanillo, Mexico
Manzanillo
Travelers in Manzanillo should stay vigilant and stick to busy tourist areas to minimize risks of petty crime while enjoying the destination.
7
/ 10
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta
Travelers should remain vigilant and exercise caution against petty crime, especially outside tourist zones, while visiting Puerto Vallarta.
5
/ 10
Mazatlan, Mexico
Mazatlan
Travelers should stay within designated tourist areas and remain vigilant in Mazatlán to minimize risks of crime and enhance safety.
7
/ 10
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo San Lucas
While generally safe, travelers should remain vigilant in Cabo San Lucas, avoiding displaying valuables and staying in well-populated areas.

Cruise Ship

Crystal Serenity

Crystal Serenity

Crystal Cruises

The Crystal Serenity was built in 2003 and is among Crystal's 3 ships in its fleet. The Crystal Serenity is included in the cruise line's Serenity class. In the cruise ship stats below, you'll find the Crystal Serenity vs all other Crystal ships.

Cruise Ports

Day1
DEC 302026
D:6:00 PM

San Diego, California, offers docking at San Diego Port. Travelers explore Balboa Park and Gaslamp Quarter. Excursions visit La Jolla’s sea lions. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Spanish architecture and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes carne asada, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kumeyaay history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. San Diego’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural parks and scenic coasts, making San Diego an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day2
DEC 312026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
JAN 12027
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day4
JAN 22027
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Manzanillo, Mexico, offers docking at Manzanillo Port. Travelers explore Playa La Audiencia and Jardín Álvaro Obregón. Excursions include snorkeling at Carrizalillo Bay. Local markets sell ceviche. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures sandy beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Colima history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Manzanillo’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and cultural plazas, making Manzanillo an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day5
JAN 32027
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Vallarta Port. Travelers explore Malecón and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Arcos. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful boardwalks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huichol crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jalisco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Puerto Vallarta’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and marine adventures, making Puerto Vallarta an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day6
JAN 42027
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Mazatlan, Mexico, offers docking at Mazatlan Port. Travelers explore Old Town and El Faro Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Deer Island. Local markets sell shrimp tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes aguachile, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sinaloa history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Mazatlan’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Mazatlan an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day7
JAN 52027
A:7:00 AM

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day8
JAN 62027
D:12:00 PM

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day9
JAN 72027
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day10
JAN 82027
A:6:00 AM

San Diego, California, offers docking at San Diego Port. Travelers explore Balboa Park and Gaslamp Quarter. Excursions visit La Jolla’s sea lions. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Spanish architecture and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes carne asada, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kumeyaay history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. San Diego’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural parks and scenic coasts, making San Diego an engaging destination. (126 words)