Margaritaville Islander itinerary map for January 2, 2027 (7 nights)

Margaritaville Islander — January 2, 20277-Night Belize & Mexico on Margaritaville at Sea

This 7-night cruise aboard the Islander departs from Tampa, Florida on Saturday, January 2, 2027 and returns on Saturday, Jan 9th. January weather across this route averages 84°/50°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.1 out of 10 — Tampa (6.9), Cozumel (7.0), Belize City (4.5), Progreso (6.1).

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Departure Port

Tampa

Florida

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 7 Night Belize & Mexico

Margaritaville Islander · January 2, 2027

The Margaritaville Islander sails on January 2, 2027 for a 7 Night Belize & Mexico. The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Jan 9th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Margaritaville Islander will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

7 Night Belize & Mexico

JAN02
Tampa, Florida
A: — - D: 3:00 PM
JAN03
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN04
Cozumel, Mexico
A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
JAN05
Belize City, Belize
A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
JAN06
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN07
Progreso (Merida), Mexico
A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
JAN08
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JAN09
Tampa, Florida
A: 6:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

January 2, 2027 · 7 Night Belize & Mexico

Day 1•Saturday, Jan 2

Tampa, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 2•Sunday, Jan 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Islander — featuring Tiki Grill, Twister Waterslide, Tiki Bar & Retail Shops.

Day 3•Monday, Jan 4

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan 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. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 4•Tuesday, Jan 5

Belize City, Belize

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 5•Wednesday, Jan 6

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Islander — featuring Tiki Grill, Twister Waterslide, Tiki Bar & Retail Shops.

Day 6•Thursday, Jan 7

Progreso (Merida), Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 7•Friday, Jan 8

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Islander — featuring Tiki Grill, Twister Waterslide, Tiki Bar & Retail Shops.

Day 8•Saturday, Jan 9

Tampa, Florida

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Tampa, Florida — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Margaritaville Islander - January 2, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Tampa, Florida

⛅

January

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

28°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.6 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on 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

61 / 100

safer than 61% of all cruises

/ 10

Tampa

Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.

/ 10

Cozumel

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

/ 10

Belize City

Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.

/ 10

Progreso

Progreso is generally safe for travelers, but it's crucial to stay vigilant against pickpocketing and scams, especially in crowded areas.

Cruise Ship

⚓ Tonnage

85,619

vs avg 69,273

🛠️ Year Built

2,000

vs avg 1,994

📏 Length (ft)

959

vs avg 841

👥 Passenger Count

2,114

vs avg 1,897

The Islander has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 85,619 gross tons. The ship measures 959 feet in length. Margaritaville Islander is included in Margaritaville at Sea’s Spirit class. At full capacity, the Margaritaville Islander holds 2,114 passengers. That includes 1,217 cruise vacationers and 897 staff members. The Islander total number of staterooms is 1,105.

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Margaritaville Islander January 2, 2027 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Margaritaville Islander January 2, 2027 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 7-night route, January averages 84°F highs and 50°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 2, 2027 Margaritaville Islander itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.1 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, with per-port scores of Tampa 6.9, Cozumel 7.0, Belize City 4.5, Progreso 6.1. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Margaritaville Islander sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Margaritaville Islander departs Tampa, Florida on Saturday, January 2, 2027 at 3:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Jan 9th, 2027 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 7 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Margaritaville Islander sailing on January 2, 2027?▾

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Last Updated: May 20, 2026