8 Night Mardi Gras Overnight & Mexico
Margaritaville Islander
Margaritaville Islander
February 7, 2027
8 Night Mardi Gras Overnight & Mexico

Margaritaville Islander - 2/7/2027

The February 7, 2027 cruise on the Margaritaville Islander departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 8 Night Mardi Gras Overnight & Mexico sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Margaritaville Islander sets sail on Sunday, Feb 7th and returns on Monday, Feb 15th.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
4

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Margaritaville Islander - February 7, 2027 - 8 Nights

DayDatePort
1Feb 6thTampa, Florida
2Feb 7thAt Sea
3Feb 9thNew Orleans, Louisiana
4Feb 10thAt Sea
5Feb 10thAt Sea
6Feb 12thProgreso (Merida), Mexico
7Feb 13thCozumel, Mexico
8Feb 13thAt Sea
9Feb 15thTampa, Florida

The Margaritaville Islander sails on February 7, 2027 for a 8 Night Mardi Gras Overnight & Mexico. The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Feb 15th at 6:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Margaritaville Islander will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 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
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.
6
/ 10
New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans
Travelers in New Orleans should remain vigilant and cautious, especially outside tourist areas and after dark, due to higher crime rates.
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.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding 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
FEB 72027
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
FEB 82027
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
FEB 92027
A:7:00 AMD:2:00 PM

New Orleans, Louisiana, offers docking at New Orleans Port. Travelers explore French Quarter and Garden District. Excursions include swamp tours in Honey Island. Local markets sell beignets. The peak season, February to May, brings mild weather for river tours. Photography captures jazz streets and Mississippi vistas. Dining onboard includes gumbo, a Cajun favorite. Souvenirs, like Mardi Gras crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New Orleans’ cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and lively music, making New Orleans an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day4
FEB 102027
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
FEB 112027
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!

Day6
FEB 122027
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)

Day7
FEB 132027
A:7:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day8
FEB 142027
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!

Day9
FEB 152027
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)