Ships stay clear of the storms, but hurricanes can affect the weather all over the Caribbean for days, and itinerary changes may occur due to port damage. But if beautiful beaches and delightful swimming are high on your wish list, you'll love this part of Mexico. Cruises generally loop from Los Angeles. The high season runs from November through March, but October and April can be quite pleasant, and prices are significantly lower. A trip through the Panama Canal takes just one day, so most cruise lines incorporate the passage into a cruise in the Caribbean, to Mexico's west coast, or to a California port, such as San Francisco or Los Angeles.
Cruises run year-round.
This continent offers a rich variety of cruises. Some combine visits to Caribbean ports with a trip along the Amazon River. Some sail south along the coast of Brazil to Rio de Janeiro for Carnival. The season lasts from early December to early March. Ships depart from South America and navigate the Drake Passage, one of the roughest stretches of ocean in the world.