3. 7-DAY CARIBBEAN: CRUISE ON NORWEGIAN ESCAPE

NOVEMBER 15 - 22, 2025

New Orleans, Louisiana Cozumel, Mexico Harvest Caye, Belize Roatan (Bay Islands), Honduras Costa Maya, Mexico New Orleans, Louisiana

7-DAY CRUISE ON NORWEGIAN Escape

Caribbean: Harvest Caye, Cozumel & Roatan

from New Orleans, Louisiana

Fall in love with The Caribbean while cruising aboard Norwegian Escape Before setting sail, discover the best of the vibrant city of New Orleans, from strolling through the French Quarter and savoring beignets at the famous Café du Monde, to listening to live jazz music and visiting historic sites. Then in Costa Maya, grab your snorkel and dive into the waters surrounding the incredible Mesoamerican Reef, the second largest reef in the world and home to diverse marine life. Journey back in time at the Tulum Mayan ruins outside Cozumel where you can walk among mysterious temples and hieroglyphic writings.


Details

On November 13-14, 2025, we will kick off our fundraising cruise with a pre-cruise walk and various military-themed events to honor our veterans. These activities will qualify for the AVA's Special Program - Walk with American Veterans. The schedule includes visits to one or two military-related museums, discounts at local businesses, and more. In addition to the walks in New Orleans and on the ship, we will have the chance to host a sanctioned walk at each of the four ports we will be visiting.

Prepare for non-stop memorable moments on a roundtrip cruise from The Big Easy Aboard Norwegian Escape. Explore the mysteries of the Cenotes and sacred underground river as you relax and purify with a Mayan spiritual cleanse in Cozumel. Paradise awaits on Harvest Caye, the premier resort-style destination off the coast of Belize, where you can experience the full VIP treatment in your luxurious beachside cabana. Then ride horseback through Roatan’s lush countryside and snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Turquoise Bay. Unlock ancient Mayan secrets in Costa Maya on a tour of the famous Chacchoben ruins or zipline over the jungle for an amazing view.  

Itinerary Details

CRUISE ITINERARY DETAILS

Date/Day               Port of Call                                        Arrival             Departure   

          

15 Nov/Sat         New Orleans, Louisiana                                             5:30 pm Embark

16 Nov/Sun         Day At Sea

17 Nov/Mon        Cozumel, Mexico                                  7:00 am              5:00 pm

18 Nov/Tue        Harvest Caye, Belize                            11:00 am              6:00 pm

19 Nov/Wed       Roatán (Bay Islands), Honduras           8:00 am              5:00 pm

20 Nov/Thur       Costa Maya, Mexico                            7:00 am              3:00 pm

21 Nov/Fri         Day At Sea                              

22 Nov/Sat        New Orleans, Louisiana                        8:00 am Disembark

Cozumel, Mexico

The island of Cozumel off the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula continues to be known for its fantastic fishing, snorkeling, and diving opportunities. And despite the growth of tourism in recent years, the island and its only town, San Miguel, retain much of their original warmth and charm. 

HARVEST CAYE, BELIZE

Harvest Caye in Southern Belize is the Caribbean's premier island destination. Immerse yourself in natural beauty and culture on a 75-acre oasis featuring an expansive pool with a swim-up bar, salt-water lagoon for water sports, an exclusive 7-acre beach, and exciting shore excursions ranging from zip lining across the island, to snorkeling the world's second-largest barrier reef.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Expansive pool area with swim-up pool bar, cascading waterfall, and private canopy cabanas available for rent.
  • Luxurious beachside cabanas that accommodate up to 6 guests and feature concierge food and beverage service, lounge chairs, private bathrooms, and air conditioning, with access to golf carts for easy transportation around the island.
  • The lighthouse is a thrilling 136-foot-high venue for aerial activities featuring 3,000 feet of zip lining across the island, quick jumps, and an observation deck with mainland views.
  • Saltwater lagoon for watersports such as kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, and electric float boats.
  • Large marina with food and bar area, offering guests a variety of exciting shore excursions.
  • Expansive shopping village featuring popular name-brand retailers as well as local Belizean crafts.

Roatán, Bay Islands, Honduras

Beautiful and unspoiled, Roatán is a peaceful, eco-tourist's dream, just 30 miles off the coast of Honduras. Teeming with marine life and home to some of the best pillar coral in the Caribbean, the pristine Honduran Reef is a diver's paradise. And the beauty of Tabyana Beach is always a sight to see.

Costa Maya, Mexico