cyberhiker

I have 2 sons ages 12 & 14. Not interested in ruins. Would they have more fun at the beach or the lagoon?

Followup to this old post. We went to Uxmal. I didn't want to overpay for this excursion, so I paid Autoprogreso in cash when we got off the ship. I chose Autoprogreso because I had read someone's review saying that after their Uxmal tour, their tourguide can conveniently bring you to a restaurant where you can pay out-of-pocket for lunch. So that is what happened. The tour had about 8 people, and we took about an hour or so ride in an air-conditioned shuttle (if I can recall-maybe it was longer). The tour guide was very passionate about Mayan history and made the ride go by fast.  Uxmal was OK, but I don't have any other experience with Mayan ruins to compare it to. The only drawback was the heat (we went in mid-April). The restaurant at the end was a nice finishing touch. The food and service was excellent. Honestly, I am willing to bet I paid far less for all I got for this excursion than I would have any other way.

thanks, you're da bomb.  anyone have the Camp Ocean schedule?

15 years ago, on my first cruise, I went to Passion Island.  It was a beautiful beach, of course, but other than that, the experience was not all spectacular.  I don't think it was a Catamaran though.  This time, we're doing Mr. Sancho's.

My opinion about Progreso based upon all the stuff I have read (never been there), and what my family plans to do:

Progreso does not have highly rated beaches.  Most of the reviews were negative.  The all-inclusive beach excursions and double decker ride to Merida also have mixed reviews.   The only reviews that I found consistently positive were excursions to underground cenotes and the Uxmal, Mayapan, or Chichen Itza ruins.  The number one drawback to these excursions is the long ride.  Of all the ruins, I read the most positive things about Uxmal.  We are planning to buy a tour onshore to avoid the upcharge from the cruiseline (or even shore excursioner).  I hear it is much cheaper when you buy it in Progreso.  If any veteran cruisers have other advice, it is welcome.    

My wife's engagement ring is expensive.  She won't be wearing it in Mexico.  Cozumel is probably safe if you must wear it, but I'd be more careful in Progreso.  See travel advisories from SOS.

Please do.  I sail the Glory next month.

Can you get away with bringing and wearing non-biodegradable sunscreen at Mr. Sanchos?