7 Night Key West & Mexico
Margaritaville Islander
Margaritaville Islander
February 20, 2027
7 Night Key West & Mexico

Margaritaville Islander - 2/20/2027

The February 20, 2027 cruise on the Margaritaville Islander departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 7 Night Key West & Mexico sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Margaritaville Islander sets sail on Saturday, Feb 20th and returns on Saturday, Feb 27th.

Cruise Length
7
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Tampa
Florida
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
3

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Margaritaville Islander - February 20, 2027 - 7 Nights

DayDatePort
1Feb 19thTampa, Florida
2Feb 20thAt Sea
3Feb 22ndCozumel, Mexico
4Feb 23rdProgreso (Merida), Mexico
5Feb 23rdAt Sea
6Feb 25thKey West, Florida
7Feb 25thAt Sea
8Feb 27thTampa, Florida

The Margaritaville Islander sails on February 20, 2027 for a 7 Night Key West & 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 27th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Margaritaville Islander will visit 3 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
70 / 100
safer than 70% of all cruises
70
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.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
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.
8
/ 10
Key West, Florida
Key West
Visitors to Key West should remain vigilant against petty crime, particularly theft, while taking standard precautions to ensure safety.

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 202027
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 212027
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 222027
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)

Day4
FEB 232027
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)

Day5
FEB 242027
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 252027
United States
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Key West, Florida, offers docking at Mallory Square Port. Travelers explore Duval Street and Hemingway House. Excursions include snorkeling at Dry Tortugas. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful homes and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes conch fritters, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Conch Republic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Key West’s vibrant charm offers a lively American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of literary history and scenic coasts, making Key West an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day7
FEB 262027
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!

Day8
FEB 272027
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)