

The February 26, 2028 cruise on the Mariner of the Seas departs from New Orleans, Louisiana. On this 7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Mariner of the Seas sets sail on Saturday, Feb 26th and returns on Saturday, Mar 4th.
Mariner of the Seas - February 26, 2028 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Feb 26th | New Orleans, Louisiana |
| 2 | Feb 27th | At Sea |
| 3 | Feb 28th | Cozumel, Mexico |
| 4 | Feb 29th | Costa Maya, Mexico |
| 5 | Mar 1st | At Sea |
| 6 | Mar 2nd | Progreso (Merida), Mexico |
| 7 | Mar 3rd | At Sea |
| 8 | Mar 4th | New Orleans, Louisiana |
The Mariner of the Seas sails on February 26, 2028 for a 7 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of New Orleans, Louisiana at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of New Orleans, Louisiana on Mar 4th at 5:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Mariner of the Seas will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
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.

The Mariner of the Seas has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 138,279 gross tons. The ship measures 1,020 feet (311 meters) in length. Mariner of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean’s Voyager Class. At full capacity, the Mariner of the Seas holds 4,299 passengers. That includes 3,114 cruise vacationers and 1,185 staff members. The Mariner of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,674.
To see how this compares, click through to see Mariner of the Seas age and stats vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)
Costa Maya, Mexico, offers docking at Costa Maya Port. Travelers explore Chacchoben ruins and Bacalar Lagoon. Excursions include snorkeling at Mahahual Reef. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan temples and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cochinita pibil, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like woven 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. Costa Maya’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic lagoons, making Costa Maya an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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)