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Winter 2018
AMA insider
PUERTO VALLARTA
When
To Go
January to March
for dry conditions
and best chance of
spotting whales
west
coast
Cruises typically depart from
Los Angeles and journey south
along Mexico’s 7,300 kilometres
of Pacific coastline. Itineraries
range from four to over 30 days,
with stops including Cabo San
Lucas, Huatulco, Puerto Vallarta
and the Panama Canal.
T
here’s nothing like jetting to the sunny shores of
Mexico during an Alberta winter. Stepping off the
plane and feeling that first wave of southern heat
wipes away any seasonal blues. But why stay in
one resort when you can cruise the country and
visit several places by water?
With nearly 10,000 kilometres of coastline,
Mexico is made for cruising. You can bask on
a new beach or visit a different town at every
stop—it’s like several vacations in one. Onboard,
you’ll enjoy activities to suit virtually any passion. Out-
doorsy types can zipline, snorkel and do yoga; foodies
can take a cooking class or tequila tasting. Come evening,
passengers savour world-class dining and entertainment.
Pretty great, right? But before you decide between yoga
or ziplining, you have to pick a side: west or east coast? It’s
easier than ever to get to either one. Western Mexico offers
easy access for Albertans to sail the vast Pacific coastline—
direct flights reach departure ports in under four hours.
On the other side, Mexico’s eastern shores feature azure
waters and the chance to visit other Caribbean countries.
Make an informed decision by calling or visiting an
AMA Travel cruise specialist. They’ll help you choose a
coast—and a cruise line. Since they’ve travelled on most
lines, AMA’s specialists can help you navigate the sea of
options when it comes to onboard activities, which shore
excursions to book, getting the best inclusions, and find-
ing family-friendly or adult-focused itineraries. When
you’re ready to book, you’ll get AMA’s exclusive lower
pricing for members—deals you can’t find on other
booking sites or even through the cruise line itself.
Call 1-866-989-6594 or visit AMATravel.ca/Cruises
to get started. To whet your appetite, we’ve curated
a collection of excursions and ports on both coasts.