Western Carribean

tbarton · September 20, 2009

We are going to Belize, Honduras, Grand Cayman, and Cozumel. I would like one day at the prettiest beach, one day at the best snorkeling, and then something interesting for the other days. Any advice?

lindasuelucas · September 20, 2009

i can only tell you a little about cozumel. the water color is truly spectacular! while there we (grandson and i) went on a mini sub to see the marine life. we enjoyed it. walking the streets of cozumel was a disappointment to me. you could not walk down the street without being accosted by everyone trying to sell you something. the jewelery prices are ridiculous. you can purchase better and less costly in the states. if you are a drinker...then cozumel is for you. there is a big favorite bar on the main street you CAN'T miss it. that's where all the fun was happening. if i hadn't had my grandson that's where i would have been. :closedeyes:

RayColey · September 21, 2009

I don't know what these places look like today. I sailed out of Belize umptidy years ago, and there were no beaches at all - it was just a sleepy port town. I missed Cozumel, but went to the local equivalent (the resort area where the mexicans go), Isla Mujeres. Crystal-clear and invitingly warm water, beautiful beaches. Reminded me of Hawaii without the big surf (I'm not comparing to Waikiki, here).

DebbieandJerry · September 21, 2009

Haven't been to Honduras.

Belize is amazing. Great snorkeling if the ocean isn't torn up. Think Great Barrier Reef!

Cozumel has Chan Kanab Park which has a nice beach, nice park to walk around in, snorkeling.

Caymans have 7-mile beach. Totally white sand. Georgous, spectacular hotels. Not a whole lot to see on that side of the ocean. But right as you get off the ship, within walking distance is a fabulous snorkeling area.

Have a blast

tc1 · September 22, 2009

Belize has a great cave tubing expedition. You walk aways with your innertube through jungle then can either jump into river or gently plop into your tube with help.

Guides are with you and keep you with the group. River runs through caves with occasional glimpses of the jungle through openings.

Lot's of fun though be sure to have bring towel for after because water can be chilly and if it's not a real warm day you can get quite chilled after you come out. Our tour had a delicious chicken lunch served after.

They did have a locked area to put your belongings in.

Snorkeling was enjoyable but have not been on enough to compare to other areas

Cozumel not much fun although some clothes shops were interesting. Tour of Ruins (Tulum I think) were interesting, long bus ride to get to.

Caymen beach was pretty if I remember correctly.