6 Night Belize & Progreso
Margaritaville Islander
Margaritaville Islander
November 14, 2026
6 Night Belize & Progreso

Margaritaville Islander - 11/14/2026

The November 14, 2026 cruise on the Margaritaville Islander departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 6 Night Belize & Progreso sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Margaritaville Islander sets sail on Saturday, Nov 14th and returns on Friday, Nov 20th.

Cruise Length
6
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
3

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Margaritaville Islander - November 14, 2026 - 6 Nights

DayDatePort
1Nov 13thTampa, Florida
2Nov 14thAt Sea
3Nov 16thBelize City, Belize
4Nov 16thAt Sea
5Nov 18thProgreso (Merida), Mexico
6Nov 18thAt Sea
7Nov 20thTampa, Florida

The Margaritaville Islander sails on November 14, 2026 for a 6 Night Belize & Progreso. The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Nov 20th at 6:00 AM. During the 7-day journey, the Margaritaville Islander will visit 2 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
58 / 100
safer than 58% of all cruises
58
7
/ 10
Tampa, Florida
Tampa
Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.
5
/ 10
Belize City, Belize
Belize City
Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.
6
/ 10
Progreso (Merida), Mexico
Progreso
Progreso is generally safe for travelers, but it's crucial to stay vigilant against pickpocketing and scams, especially in crowded areas.

Cruise Ship

Margaritaville Islander Size Infographic

Margaritaville Islander

86 k
tonnage
959 ft
length
2000
year built
1,105
cabins
2,114
passengers
897
crew

MARGARITAVILLE ISLANDER SIZE

The Islander has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 85,619 gross tons. The ship measures 959 feet (292 meters) in length. Margaritaville Islander is included in Margaritaville at Sea’s Spirit Class. At full capacity, the Margaritaville Islander holds 3,011 passengers. That includes 2,114 cruise vacationers and 897 staff members. The Islander total number of staterooms is 1,105.

Margaritaville Islander Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:85,619 GT
  • Length:959 ft (292 m)
  • Beam:106 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
  • Year Built:2000
  • Years Served:2024 - Present
  • Capacity:2,114
  • Crew Members:897
  • Total on Board:3,011
  • Total Staterooms:1,105
  • Flagged Country:Nassau
  • Ship Cost:210 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Margaritaville Islander age and stats vs all Margaritaville at Sea ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Margaritaville Islander Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
NOV 142026
United States
D:2:30 PM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
NOV 152026
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
NOV 162026
A:9:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Belize City, Belize, offers docking at Belize City Port. Travelers explore Altun Ha ruins and Belize Zoo. Excursions include snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Belize City’s cultural allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Belize City an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day4
NOV 172026
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!

Day5
NOV 182026
Mexico
A:7:00 AMD:3:00 PM

Progreso (Merida), Mexico, offers docking at Progreso Port with excursions to Merida. Travelers explore Chichen Itza and Merida’s Plaza Grande. Excursions include cenote swimming. Local markets sell cochinita pibil. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de lima, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like hammocks, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance cenote exploration. Progreso’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic coasts, making Progreso an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day6
NOV 192026
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!

Day7
NOV 202026
United States
A:6:00 AM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)