Puntarenas Costa Rica is the largest province and one of the most important tourist destinations of Costa Rica. It has many little islands, inlets, and fabulous National Parks to discover.Puntarenas enjoys many different mini climates; hot to cool and humid in the south and drier in the north.
Main tourist destinations of Puntarenas Costa Rica include the beaches of Mal Pais, Santa Teresa, Cabo Blanco and Jaco. Also Manuel Antonio National Park, Dominical, Uvita, Corcovado National Park and Osa Peninsula. The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and even the famous Coco Island, belong to this awesome province!
Acajutla, El Salvador
This port has stunning beaches and colorful markets. As the ship approaches, there are brethtaking views of the serene coastline greet your gaze. This small town has an array of things to do. Taxis offer the optimal way to travel from the port. Sightseeng is a breeze, as top attractions are only an hour away. Explore the historical city center, known for its charming streets and friendly locals. Stretch out of Acajutla Beach, a short shuttle from the cruise port. Dive vibrant reefs, tour Mayan ruins, or learn how coffee, one of the country's main exports, is produced at a roastery.
There are also plenty of outdoor adventures. Izalco, an extinct volcano, looms about 16 miles from the port. Thrill seekers can climb to the top and look inside its dormant caldera. The options are endless: whiz through the verdant Apaneca forest on a zipline or cool off in the spray of a waterfall. Ruta de Maya, a fantastic complex of Mayan ruins is about an hour and a half away from Acajutla. Sample some Salvadorean cuisine, a flavorful mix of Mayan and Spanish influence with fresh seafood, corn, beans and pork. The national dish is the pupusa, a pillowy totilla stuffed with delicious fillings.
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Puerto Quetzal only began operating in the 1980s, so it’s a relatively new port of call. There isn’t as much to do while stopping through on your Puerto Quetzal cruise as there is in neighboring towns because Puerto Quetzal simply isn’t built up as a standalone tourist attraction. The town of San Jose is about a mile away, and this once was used as the primary port for Guatemala before Puerto Quetzal came about.
If you head inland on an excursion to Antigua, you’ll discover the area’s history. Antigua was founded in 1524, and the capital of Guatemala moved several times as a result of fires, uprisings, and other destructive events. Throughout the 16th and 17th centuries, Antigua was a hub for cultural, artistic, architectural, and political movements in Guatemala, home to stunning Spanish-Baroque structures that continue to captivate visitors. In the 18th century, Antigua’s coffee trade there grew, and restoration efforts for the city boomed with it. In 1979, Antigua was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, and today it’s one of Guatemala’s most visited cities by tourists, whether passing through via a cruise or exploring solo.
Huatulco, Mexico
Huatulco, located in Oaxaca, Mexico, is a popular tourist destination known for its nine bays and 36 beaches, offering a mix of ecotourism, luxury resorts, and natural beauty with activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, and hiking.
A few years ago I was told this was the Mayberry of Mexico.
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta boasts beautiful beaches, including Los Muertos Beach, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports like snorkeling and diving in the Bay of Banderas. Explore the charming Old Town (Zona Romantica) with its cobblestone streets, colorful buildings, and art galleries, or visit the Malecon boardwalk for street performers and food stalls.
Venture beyond the city to explore the Sierra Madre mountains, go hiking, ziplining, or take a day trip to nearby towns like San Sebastian del Oeste.
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Rated as one of Mexico's top tourist destinations, Cabo San Lucas is known for its beaches, scuba diving locations, Balnearios, the sea arch El Arco de Cabo San Lucas, and marine life. The Los Cabos Corridor has become a heavily trafficked vacation destination for tourists, with numerous resorts and timeshares.
The waters around Cabo are home to a variety of marine wildlife including rays, sharks, mahi-mahi (dorado), and striped marlin. It is also a lot of fun shopping for souvenirs, eating at the restaurants, and I always love shopping for prescription drugs, etc.
STATEROOMS AND PRICING
Prices are per person, based on Double Occupancy
Interior Staterooms
Category K - $2,749.00 per person
Oceanview Staterooms
Category F - $3,049.00 per person
Category C - $3,169.00 per person
Verandah Staterooms
Category VE - $3,774.00 per person
Category VB - $3,939.00 per person
Category V - $3,999.00 per person
Signature Suites
Category SS - $5,219.00 per person
Neptune Suites
Category SC - $9,219.00 per person
We are excited to share this wonderful cruise with you!
Please call Joan, Carla or Nancy with any questions you have.
800-677-4750, 801-423-1081, 801-369-3426 - Carla Cell
carlatravelp@yahoo.com, nancy@rocketmail.com, joanhahn@juno.com
