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Day 1 - Los Angeles Union Station
Without a doubt, the windows of a railroad
coach offer the most accessible views of any
mode of transport. See for yourself as you board
the Sunset Limited® in Los Angeles for a 2 day
trip through the dramatic Southwest. After the
attendant settles you into your room, enjoy evening
movies, full service dining and incredible
views from the Sightseer Lounge. Relax as the
California mountains give way to the dramatic
Southwest countryside. (Dinner on train)
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Day 2 - Rail Through the Southwest - San Antonio
After a leisurely breakfast enjoy the views as the
landscape changes from painted canyons to red
rock vistas and Texas Longhorn ranches. Fill
your day with wonderful food, good company
and crack open that great novel that you've been
anxious to read. Late this evening (10:30pm),
our train will roll into San Antonio. Next, our
coach will transfer you to our hotel located on
the Riverwalk. (All meals on train)
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Day 3 - San Antonio
Today the history of San Antonio comes alive
as we are joined by a local guide for a highlights
tour. Stops include Mission San Jose
and shopping in the Mexican Marketplace.
This afternoon is free to soak up the Spanish
flavor of this picturesque city. (B)
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Day 4 - San Antonio - Riverwalk
Enjoy a leisurely morning along the famous
Riverwalk. Today you are free to explore all
the shops and attractions that this unique waterway
has to offer. (B)
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Day 5–San Antonio–Board the Mariner of the Seas
Today, board our deluxe motorcoach bound
for historic Galveston. View the seawall area
and the restored buildings along the Strand
before boarding the Mariner of the Seas..our
home away from home for the next 7 nights.
Check into your stateroom and explore one of
the most luxurious ships afloat. Bon Voyage!
(Breakfast and all shipboard meals)
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Day 6 - At Sea
Enjoy all of the amenities onboard. The ship has
9 restaurants, 3 show lounges, a casino, disco, card
room, game arcade, 5 swimming pools, 9 whirlpools,
12 lounges, a putting green, basketball, fitness
room, jogging track, volleyball, beauty salon,
library, internet café, and even a wedding chapel!
(All shipboard meals)
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Day 7 - At Sea
Another day to soak up some more sun and
shipboard fun as we continue to cruise the
Caribbean on our way to Honduras. (All shipboard
meals)
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Day 8–Roatan, Honduras
Roatan is the largest of Honduras' Bay Islands
with small towns and fishing villages built
along the water's edge. Ideal for snorkeling,
explore the offshore coral reefs inhabited with
brilliantly colored fish. (All shipboard meals)
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Day 9–Belize-Belize City
With miles of lush tropical rain forest, a gorgeous
coastline and the longest barrier reef in
the Western Hemisphere, it doesn't take long
to realize why Belize City is known as "The
Jewel." Located between Mexico and Guatemala,
Belize possesses a unique combination
of modernity and rustic Caribbean charm.
Ancient ruins indicate that Belize was first
inhabited by the Mayans in 300 B.C. This Indian
heritage, combined with a rich European
history, creates a destination full of charm and
wonder to discover. (All shipboard meals)
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Day 10 -Cozumel
Sitting off the Yucatan coast, Cozumel revels
in its white sand beaches. The Mayans settled
the island about the same time as Belize and the
residents still speak Mayan. Nearby stand the
great Pyramids and temples of their ancestors.
(All shipboard meals)
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Day 11 - At Sea
Catch up on a good book and enjoy life at sea
for one more day. (All shipboard meals)
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Day 12–Galveston–Fly to Los Angeles
After breakfast, disembark the Mariner of the
Seas in Galveston. Our motorcoach will shuttle
you to the Houston Airport for your flight
back to Los Angeles. Welcome Home! (B)
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