You’re invited: The Smith Friends & Family Cruise
A week of Western Caribbean sunshine with friends and family, private group parties, and every detail handled for you.
Come with your friends, your family, or on your own. You get group pricing, extras you can’t book yourself, and instant company for every port.
Meet the group over drinks and appetizers on the first night at sea.
Reserved seating so the whole group can share stories from the day over dinner.
A reserved snorkel tour in Roatán and a professional group photo to take home.
Lock in group pricing and every perk for just $250 per person, with plenty of time to pay the rest before Sunday, December 5, 2027.
Saturday, March 4 to Saturday, March 11, 2028. Four ports in three countries and two relaxing sea days. Swipe through each day to see how you get ashore and what’s worth your time.
Route shown is approximate. Scroll to sail along.
Day 1Board in Miami and meet the group at our sail away party.
Day 2Sleep in, swim, and relax. Our welcome party is tonight.
Day 3Clear turquoise water on the Mesoamerican Reef.
Day 4Our reserved group snorkel tour, then beach time.
Day 5Toucans, jungle, Mayan ruins, and the Barrier Reef.
Day 6Gateway to the Chacchoben Mayan ruins.
Day 7Group photo, farewell dinner, and one last sunset.
Day 8Breakfast, goodbyes, and plans for next year.
Your only job is to pack a swimsuit and show up.
Cabins, dining times, excursions, and the parties are all handled for you.
Prices are per person based on two guests sharing a cabin, with taxes and port fees included. Tap any photo to see it full size.
About 180 square feet, sleeps up to 4
$1,149per person
3rd and 4th guests $649 per person
About 200 square feet plus a private balcony, sleeps up to 4
$1,489per person
3rd and 4th guests $699 per person
About 300 square feet plus a large balcony, sleeps up to 4
$2,399per person
3rd and 4th guests $899 per person
Sample prices only. 3rd and 4th guest prices apply when sharing a cabin with two full-fare guests. Solo pricing available on request.
No surprises on your bill. Here’s exactly what your fare covers and what most guests add on.
Pick your cabin, who’s sailing, and any extras to see what your week will cost, from deposit to final payment.
Drink packagesAbout $95 per adult per day, service charge included
Soda packagesAbout $14 per person per day
Wi-FiAbout $22 per device per day
Shore excursionsAbout $90 per person in Cozumel, Belize, and Costa Maya
The details that make for a smooth trip, from what ID to bring to what the weather will be like.
This is a closed loop cruise, which means it starts and ends at the same US port. That allows US citizens to sail with either of these:
Children under 16 who are US citizens need only their birth certificate. Copies and hospital certificates aren’t accepted. Non-US citizens need a passport and should check visa rules for each country.
We strongly recommend a passport book. If you miss the ship in port or need to fly home early for an emergency, you can’t board an international flight without one.
The ship is cashless. You link a credit card at check in, and your cruise card works for everything on board. Your onboard credit is applied to that account automatically.
March is dry season in the Western Caribbean and one of the best months to go. Expect sunny days in the low to mid 80s°F, warm ocean water around 80°F, and lower humidity than summer. It’s also well outside hurricane season, which runs June through November.
Cabins are held on a first come basis. Once our 24 cabins are booked, the group rate and perks are gone.
Pick ocean view, balcony, or suite and send us the names of everyone sailing with you, exactly as they appear on their passport or ID.
$250 per person holds your cabin, and it’s fully refundable until the final payment date. Pay off the balance in any amounts you like before then.
Final payment is due December 5, 2027, 90 days before sailing. After that, cancellation fees apply and increase closer to the cruise.
Travel protection is highly recommended. Buy it soon after your deposit, since many plans only cover pre-existing medical conditions if you purchase within a couple of weeks of your first payment.
The things guests ask most about this sailing. Don’t see yours? Reach out and we’ll get you an answer.
Not to sail, but we strongly recommend one. Because this cruise starts and ends in Miami, US citizens can use a certified birth certificate plus a government photo ID instead. The risk is if something goes wrong in port. If you miss the ship or have a medical emergency and need to fly home from Mexico, Honduras, or Belize, you’ll need a passport book to board the flight, which can mean days of delays without one. A first time passport can take several weeks, so apply early.
Absolutely, and group cruises are one of the best ways to travel solo. Cruise fares are priced for two people, so a solo guest in a regular cabin usually pays close to double the per person rate. Some ships have studio cabins designed for one guest at a lower price. You can also ask us to match you with a roommate from the group to split the cost.
Flights aren’t included, but we’re happy to book them for you. Plan to arrive in Miami the day before the cruise. Flight delays are common, and the ship won’t wait for late passengers. On the last day, book flights after noon so you have time to leave the ship, clear customs, and get to the airport.
The cruise line adds a daily service charge to your onboard account for the crew: $18.50 per person each night, or $21 in suites. You can prepay them before the cruise so there’s less to pay at the end. Many guests also tip extra in cash for a favorite cabin steward or server.
It depends on how much you drink. Packages are priced per person, per day, and are usually worth it if you’d have about five or more drinks a day. If one adult in a cabin buys an alcohol package, every adult in that cabin has to buy one too. We’ll help you do the math before you decide.
Your $250 deposit is fully refundable until December 5, 2027. After that, the cruise line’s cancellation fees apply, starting with a portion of the fare and rising to the full fare close to sailing. Travel protection is highly recommended, since it can reimburse you if you cancel for a covered reason like illness or a family emergency.
The ship will not wait for guests on their own tours. Plan to be back on board at least 30 minutes before the all aboard time listed in your daily planner. Tours booked through the cruise line, like our group snorkel tour, are guaranteed to get you back. If one runs late, the ship waits.
Most people feel little or no motion on today’s large ships, and the Western Caribbean is usually calm in March. If you’re sensitive, choose a cabin on a lower deck near the middle of the ship, where you feel the least movement. Bring motion sickness medicine or patches, and get fresh air on deck if you feel queasy.
Yes, please! This is a friends and family cruise, so all ages are welcome. The ship has free kids clubs for ages 3 to 17, along with family pools, water slides, and kid-friendly dining. Babies must be at least 6 months old on the sailing date. Guests under 21 can’t buy or drink alcohol on board.
Only 24 cabins are held for our group. Reserve yours by December 5, 2027 and start counting down to the Caribbean.