Travel/POI: Wonder of the Seas 7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise - 2. CocoCay & Cozumel 海洋奇蹟號7晚西加勒比海郵輪之旅巴哈馬的可可灣, 墨西哥的科蘇梅爾島

The 7-night Western Caribbean cruise we took in December 2024 started in Orlando, Florida, and stopped at CocoCay in the Bahamas, Cozumel in Mexico, Roatán in Honduras, and Puerto Costa Maya in Mexico, with two sea days included. The cruise then returned to Orlando. Let me show you what we did at each port.

2024年12月我們這次選擇的七夜加勒比西海岸遊，從弗羅里達州的奧蘭多出發，中間停巴哈馬的可可灣、墨西哥的科蘇梅爾島、洪都拉斯的羅阿坦島，以及墨西哥的科斯塔瑪雅，其間有兩日的海上巡航日，再回到奧蘭多。現在讓我介紹我們在港口的玩況。

CocoCay, Bahamas 巴哈馬的可可灣

CocoCay is a private island exclusively for Royal Caribbean guests, located in the Bahamas. The island is less than a mile (1.57 km) long from east to west and less than 480 yards (0.43 km) from north to south. Although it is a small island, multiple trams are available to help guests navigate it easily.

In 2019, Royal Caribbean extensively renovated the island at a cost of $250 million and renamed it Perfect Day at CocoCay. The water park on the island features free water cannons and small slides for young children at Captain Jill’s Galleon and Splashaway Bay. For an additional charge, guests can access Daredevil’s Peak—the tallest waterslide in North America (135 feet tall)—or enjoy the largest wave pool in the Caribbean at Thrill Waterpark.<

From relaxation to adventure, there’s something for everyone. The island boasts beaches on nearly every side, each offering its own unique vibe and atmosphere, allowing you to pick the perfect spot for your day.

We spent our time relaxing at Oasis Lagoon, which was both fun and rejuvenating. CocoCay also offers a variety of food options. We enjoyed hot dogs, hamburgers, and fresh fruit. While simple, the food was quite delicious.

可可島是一個專門給皇家加勒比客人使用的私人島嶼，位於巴哈馬群島。這島東西長不到一英里（1.57 公里），南北長不到 480 碼（0.43 公里）。雖然這是一個小島，但有多輛電車供客人遊覽島嶼。

皇家加勒比於 2019 年耗資 2.5 億美元大規模整修該島，並將其更名為可可灣的完美一日。島上的水上樂園有免費給年幼孩子玩的水砲和小型滑梯，花一些錢，也可去玩較刺激的北美最高的滑水道或加勒比海最大的波浪池，從輕鬆到刺激，任君選擇。

島嶼的四面八方都有海灘，每個海灘都有自己的氛圍和感覺，你可以挑選最適合你的海灘。我們選擇在綠洲潟湖度過了愉快及放鬆的一天。

島上有很多吃東西的選擇。我們吃熱狗、漢堡和水果，雖然簡單但是還蠻好吃的。

Photo Date: 2024.12.02

Thrill Waterpark in the distance

遠處的「刺激水上樂園」（Thrill Waterpark）

Oasis Lagoon, A helium balloon ride in adjacent area

綠洲潟湖（Oasis Lagoon），以及毗鄰區域的氦氣球遊樂項目

Green Iguana

綠鬣蜥

Different kind of Cabanas for rent in different area

不同區域提供各類可供租賃的涼亭/小屋

Beach volleyball and other games available

提供沙灘排球及其他遊戲活動

What a Perfect Day at CocoCay!

在可可島（CocoCay）度過了完美的一天！

Cozumel, Mexico 墨西哥的科蘇梅爾島

Cozumel is an island located off the northeast coast of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. It is approximately 48 km (30 mi) long and 16 km (10 mi) wide, making it Mexico's third-largest island. The name "Cozumel" is derived from the Mayan word Cuzamil, which means "island of swallows." In Mayan culture, swallows were seen as symbols of peace and prosperity.

Cozumel is surrounded by a diverse ecosystem of coral reefs, which are part of the larger Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System—the second-largest reef system in the world. Its beaches, snorkeling, and scuba diving opportunities are Cozumel’s primary attractions.

Since I don’t participate in water sports, we decided to explore San Miguel de Cozumel, the main town on the island. The main plaza, surrounded by shops, features a fixed stage in the center where Cozumeleños (residents of Cozumel) and tourists gather every Sunday evening to celebrate with music and dancing. We also visited the oldest market, Mercado Municipal, located on 25th Avenue. Unlike the more tourist-heavy areas, this market offers a more authentic local experience, and exploring it was truly unique.

科蘇梅爾是位於墨西哥尤卡坦半島東北海岸的一個島嶼。這個島長約 48 公里（30 英里），寬約 16 公里（10 英里），是墨西哥第三大島。「科蘇梅爾」這個名字源自瑪雅語 Cuzamil，意思是「燕子島」。在瑪雅文化中，燕子被視為和平與繁榮的象徵。

科蘇梅爾周圍環繞著多樣化的珊瑚礁生態系統，這些珊瑚礁是世界第二大珊瑚礁系統中美洲堡礁系統的一部分。海灘、浮潛和水肺潛水是科蘇梅爾的主要景點及吸引遊客的活動。

由於我不會與水有關的活動，我們決定探索島上主要的城鎮聖米格爾德。主廣場周圍都是商店，中心有一個固定舞台，是科蘇梅爾居民和遊客每週日晚上聚集在一起，用音樂和舞蹈慶祝的地方。我們還參觀了位於第 25 大道的最古老的市場 Mercado Municipal。與遊客密集的地區不同，這個市場給我們更真實的當地體驗，探索它絕對是獨一無二的。

Photo Date: 2024.12.04

The golden eagle is an important symbol in Mexican culture. In ancient Aztec culture, it represented the sun, victory, and was a messenger of the god Huitzilopochtli. It is also a symbol of strength and courage.

金雕是墨西哥文化中的重要像徵。在古代阿茲特克文化中，它代表太陽與勝利，也是神祇維齊洛波奇特利（Huitzilopochtli）的信使；同時，它也是力量與勇氣的象徵。

“Cozumel”-“Island of Swallows.” Swallows sculpture at the ferry terminal. According to legend, the goddess Ix Chel, deity of fertility, love, and the moon, was worshipped here, and the island was a pilgrimage site for Mayan women seeking her blessings. Swallows, her sacred birds, were said to protect the island, giving it its unique and symbolic name.

「科蘇梅爾」（Cozumel）意為「燕子島」。渡輪碼頭矗立著一座燕子雕塑。傳說這裡曾供奉著掌管生育、愛情與月亮的女神伊甚切爾（Ix Chel），該島也是瑪雅女性祈求女神賜福的朝聖之地。燕子被視為女神的神聖之鳥，據說它們守護著這座島嶼，並賦予了它這個獨特且富有像徵意義的名字。

Waste to Art Pavilion, “Acropora,” inspired by one of Cozumel’s emblematic coral species from the Mesoamerican Reef System. This installation transforms over 15m³ of polystyrene waste into a stunning urban art space.

「廢棄物變藝術」展館－「鹿角珊瑚」（Acropora）－其靈感源自中美洲珊瑚礁系統中科蘇梅爾島的一種標誌性珊瑚物種。該裝置將超過 15 立方公尺的聚苯乙烯廢棄物轉化為令人驚嘆的城市藝術空間。

Waste to Art Pavilion

廢棄物藝術館

The iconic Cozumel Clock Tower is a historic landmark of the city, dating to the early 20th century, that was erected to celebrate the centennial of Mexico's 1810 War of Independence.

標誌性的科蘇梅爾鐘樓是該市的一處歷史地標，始建於 20 世紀初，旨在紀念 1810 年墨西哥獨立戰爭爆發一百週年。

Ixchel is the Mayan goddess of midwifery, fertility, medicine, and the moon. She was believed to have the power to control the moon's cycles and to bless safe pregnancies and deliveries.

伊甚切爾（Ixchel）是瑪雅神話中掌管助產、生育、醫藥與月亮的女神。人們相信她擁有掌控月相盈虧的力量，並能祝福孕婦平安度過孕期與生產過程。

Coral bleaching is a critical threat our oceans are facing right now, and Australian artist Meggs has illustrated just how much our coral reefs have been affected. His pie chart shows how one-quarter of our coral reefs are threatened while almost another quarter has already died from bleaching and acidification.

珊瑚白化是我們海洋目前面臨的嚴重威脅，澳洲藝術家梅格斯展示了我們的珊瑚礁受到的影響有多大。他的圓餅圖顯示了四分之一的珊瑚礁如何受到威脅，而近四分之一的珊瑚礁已經因白化和酸化而死亡。

Moto taxi - This three-wheeled motor vehicle taxi is only seen on less touristy streets.

摩托車計程車－這種三輪機動計程車只見於遊客較少的街道。

UK artist Phlegm focuses on the impact of humanity’s calamitous fishing practices. Over the last 50+ years, our impact has caused 95% of our oceans’ big fish like sharks, tuna and marlin to be overfished. We need to stop to save our oceans from the brink of destruction.

英國藝術家 Phlegm 關注人類災難性捕撈活動所造成的影響。過去五十多年間，人類的活動導致海洋中 95% 的大型魚類（如鯊魚、鮪魚和旗魚）遭到過度捕撈。我們必須立即停止這種行為，以挽救瀕臨毀滅的海洋。