Is Yucatán Cruise Port Worth Visiting?
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And why are we parked next to tankers and cargo ships 5 miles from the mainland? Is it actually considered Mexico?
We have no desire to come back to the port of Progresso Yucatan. And if you want to see the Mayan ruins, go to Kazumel.
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Join us as we dive into our honest review of the Port of Progreso, Yucatán, during our Royal Caribbean Brilliance of the Seas cruise out of New Orleans. In this video, we share our firsthand experience at this controversial cruise port stop in Mexico — and why it left us scratching our heads. It is just a strange and isolated cruise port setup that made us wonder: why does Royal Caribbean still stop here? 🎯 If you're a cruiser in your 40s, 50s, or 60s who loves Royal Caribbean cruises, you're in the right place. We’re here to help you make the most of your cruise vacation by sharing real stories, port reviews, and cruise tips — all tailored for experienced travelers who want to cruise smarter. 💬 Planning your next Caribbean cruise? Wondering which cruise ports to avoid? Don’t miss this honest review of one of Mexico’s most disappointing cruise ports. 🧳 Subscribe for more cruise reviews, tips for mature cruisers, and real talk about life at sea in your fabulous 50s and beyond! #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseTips #CruisingOver50 #YucatanCruisePort #CruisePortReview #BrillianceOfTheSeas #ProgresoYucatan #CruisingOver40,#Iconoftheseas, Staroftheseas Follow us on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@weshoredid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weshoredid/ Email: weshoredid@yahoo.com We would love you to be part of the show. Please email us your stories, ideas, and comments. Travel agent and channel partner from MEI travel – please mention the weshoredid YouTube channel. Jenn Greene 443-499-2168 jenn.greene@mei-travel.com mei-travel.com/jenn.greene