Galveston

Some people just arrive at the port and board the ship; others arrive early to include it as a part of their vacation experience. Here are a few things you can do if you arrive early:

• Located right across from the cruise terminal, “The  Strand” is a historical district full of shops and restaurants. In addition   to the various clothing and gift shops that line Strand Street, there is also   a giant chess set for playing in the adjacent Saengerfest Park as well as a   running trolley for transportation.

• Galveston’s Historic Pleasure Pier is hard to miss, extending out from the island and over the water like a beacon. The pier boasts a roller coaster and rides in addition to food, shops, and   carnival games. All-day ride passes for those taller than 48 inches costs $28. Those under 48 inches cost $21. (Pricing provided for reference, subject to change)There are discounted tickets available for seniors, active military and veterans, and through local hotels for guests.

• Moody Gardens - Located about 6mi from the cruise port, this Resort, Spa & Hotel has a famed Rainforest, Aquarium Pyramids, MG3d & 4D Theaters and is home to the Discovery   Museum, Colonel Paddlewheel Boat and the 1.5 million gallon aquarium is home   to a large colony of penguins, seals, hypnotic Jellyfish, and more!

Cozumel

Cozumel is proof that Mexico can do ‘island flavor’ with the best of the Caribbean. It may not be the biggest island in the sea, but Cozumel offers a huge variety of things to do, see, taste and explore. This island just happens to be perched atop a coral reef, which promises hours of snorkeling or scuba diving fun. Cruises to Cozumel dock at the island’s heart — just minutes from San Miguel’s seafront shops   and the white sand beach at Chankanaab National Park. Drift among star corals   and sea fans on a Cozumel diving excursion or simply kick back on the beach   beneath your own palm palapa as the turquoise waves roll in. With non-stop   zip line action, ancient discoveries at the nearby Mayan ruins, or time spent   with your toes in the sand, a cruise to Cozumel may just top your best   vacations list… before you even get home.

• Cruise to Cozumel for a scuba diving adventure   along the Great Mesoamerican Reef.

• Enjoy a leisurely day of snorkeling with iridescent fish at Chankanaab National Park.

• Swim with the flippy guys at Dolphinaris.
   

Fun Day at Sea

For many passengers, a day at sea holds the record for the best day of a cruise vacation! With an entire ship to explore and no rush to join a shore tour or make the most of a few limited hours in a port of call cruiser's find themselves catching up on their rest, getting pampered in the Cloud 9 Spa or engaged in the all-day Lido Party,   racking in the dough at the casino or enjoying the plethora of activities, shows and events.