Travel/POI: Wonder of the Seas 7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise - 2 CocoCay & Cozumel Ports Outings Adventures 港遊

The 7-night Western Caribbean cruise that we went in December 2024 started in Orlando, Florida, and stopped at CocoCay in the Bahamas, Cozumel in Mexico, Roatan 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 the ports.
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 (2024.12.02)
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, you 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。

Thrill Waterpark in the distance

Oasis Lagoon, A helium balloon ride in adjacent area

Green Iguana

Different kind of Cabanas for rent in different area

Beach vollyball and other games available

What a Perfect Day at CocoCay!

Cozumel, Mexico (2024.12.04)
墨西哥的科蘇梅爾島

Cozumel is an island located off the northeast coast of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. The island 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 "the 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 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。

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.

“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.

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.

Waste to Art Pavilion

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.

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.

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.

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

UK artist Phlegm focuses on the impact of humanity’s calamitous fishing practices. Over the last 50+ years, our impact has caused 90% 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.