Regal Princess Mexican Riviera Cruise, Nov 5-15, 2005 Join us for a 10 night cruise from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas, Acapulco, Zihuatenajo, Puerto Vallarta & Mazatlan. Click here to read a written trip report. Click on a thumbnail for a large picture. First  Previous      Next  Last

Join the Figarts & Brewers aboard the Regal Princess.	Our ship departs San Diego at sunset.	Poolside is a popular spot to hang out on sea day.	Ginger & Jerry learn a line dance from Brett.	Jack & Jerry get into a bit of mischief in the Bengal Bar.	We enjoy a great song & dance show of Broadway tunes.
Our first port of call, Cabo San Lucas.	A member of the Cabo San Lucas greeting committee.	Lands End Beach extends from the Pacific Ocean to the Sea of Cortez.	This natural arch is the signature landmark of Cabo San Lucas.	Luxury villas cover the bluffs overlooking the ocean.	One of many Cabo San Lucas luxury resort hotels.
The arch from the Pacific Ocean side.	Cabo San Lucas Bay.	The Giggling Marlin Restaurant.	Meet the crew of the Marisol III.	Jack makes new friends in Cabo.	We sail from Cabo at dusk.
Another day at sea starts with a spectacular sunrise.	Fruit & vegetable creations by Librado, the ship's master carver/sculptor.	It's Country night in the show lounge.	Its also country music night in the Stage Door Lounge.	Wednesday morning sunrise approaching Acapulco.	Our first look at Acapulco from the bay.
Acapulco cliff divers put on a thrilling performance.	This graceful diver goes off the highest outcropping.	A craftsman creates fine jewelry at the B&B Jewelry Factory.	Mary Nelle makes a jewelry purchase from Leonardo.	Acapulco, "The most beautiful harbor in North America".	We celebrate Jack's 65th birthday at Senor Frogs.
Jerry & Ginger haggle over the prices at El Mercado.	Mary Nelle has a personal shopping guide at El Mercado.	Faithful, fine friends on a fabric fondling frenzy.	Folkloric dancers express their Aztec origins.	These performers tie a lover's knot while dancing.	A member of the audience helps with the "old man dance".
Millions of lights give Acapulco a magical nighttime appearance.	Anniversary balloons for the Brewers & birthday balloons for Jack.	Bienvinedos Zihuatanejo, where the jungle meets the ocean.	Beach scene near Zihuatanejo.	Coconuts are a major agriculture product of the area.	Clay roofing tiles are formed by hand.
Barra De Potosi, a rustic waterfront village.	The village offers swimming, boating and fishing.	Many small fishing boats sail out of Zihuatanejo Bay.	Fishermen sell their catch right on the beach.	Jerry & Jack both swear they once met her on a blind date!	It's 50's-60's night with a tribute to Sonny & Cher.
Sunrise approaching Puerto Vallarta.	Puerto Vallarta resort hotels near the pier.	This place is for the birds!	Ginger & Jerry are ready to tour Puerto Vallarta.	So much tequila, so little time!	Papalanta Flyers swing by their feet until they reach the ground.
Time for a Mexican buffet and Folkloric show.	Our host, Pancho Rancho.	A knife dance performed blindfolded!	Lovely, graceful senoritas.	A dancing stallion.	Mexican hat dance.
Dos loco gringos!	Main Cathedral, Puerto Vallarta.	If you're looking for Jack, I found him!	Several sculptures line the oceanfront promenade.	The boy on a seahorse is symbolic of Puerto Vallarta.	Scotty McLean is a magician/comedian.
Mazatlan is a major commercial port.	Mazatlan ocean front overlook.	Mazatlan cliff diver.	Mazatlan has both sandy and rocky beaches.	Main cathedral, Mazatlan.	Mazatlan Folkloric Ballet.
Papalanta Flyers version of the Ferris Wheel.	Beautiful senoritas and dashing senors.	A charro displays his lariat skills.	Mazatlan means "land of the deer" which is depicted in dance.	Why do these sidewalk cafe diners look so contented?	Because they're dining on delicious fajita tacos.
Mary Nelle opts for a massage before boarding ship.	Time for one last shopping stop at Senor Frogs.	Mazatlan taxi.	We set sail from Mazatlan harbor.	Sunset view of Mazatlan's Lighthouse Point.	The girls toast a fun filled cruise.
A ventriliquist uses 2 audience members to keep us laughing.	We meet the Maitre d' and head chef on the galley tour.	Mary Nelle & Ginger meet Mandy & Max Melon.	Our dinner mates, Ed & Marilyn and Matt & Yvonne.	A lavish display of fruit & vegetable art greets us on formal night.	Another great show with the Princess dancers.
Where's the party?	We're almost ready for the champagne waterfall.	It's party time in the atrium!	Y! M! C! A!	"Two for the Road" entertain in the dining room.	Virginia and Jerry celebrate a 40th anniversary.
Our great waitstaff, Gabriel (with Baked Alaska) and Salvatore.	Jack really likes his birthday present!	Ginger & Jerry enjoy a moment of solitude at sunrise.

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