Claire's Panama Canal Group 10/26

Welcome to Claire's Panama Canal Group 10/26 registration!

You're Invited on an Unforgettable 16-Night Panama Canal Cruise!
October 7–23, 2026 | Aboard the NCL Joy

 

Join me for an incredible journey as we sail through the legendary Panama Canal aboard the beautiful Norwegian Joy! This 16-day cruise is more than just a vacation—it's an adventure shared with a fun and like-minded group that turns every moment into a lasting memory.

Our unforgettable itinerary includes:
Embark in Los Angeles, CA
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Acapulco, Mexico
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Puerto Caldera (Puntarenas), Costa Rica
Panama City, Panama
Full Panama Canal Transit
Cartagena, Colombia
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Disembark in Miami, FL

Cruising with a group of fellow travelers who share similar interests makes every excursion more exciting, every dinner more fun, and every sunset more meaningful.

Let’s explore, relax, and make some unforgettable memories together—come cruise with us!

Register now or you may reach out to Jocelyn Welsh, our Travel Advisor, at 443-288-1808 or jocelyn.welsh@cruiseplanners.com for any questions.

 

 

 

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About the Sailing

379 days to go

Norwegian Joy

Norwegian Cruise Line

Departing Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 7th 2026

16-night trip going to Panama Canal (Panama Canal)

Visiting: Los Angeles, Cabo San Lucas, Acapulco, Puerto Quetzal, Puerto Caldera, Enter Panama Canal Balboa, Transiting The Panama Canal, Cartagena, Ocho Rios, Miami

Itinerary | About the Ship | Deck Plans | Ports of Call

Pricing Add-ons:

  • Gratuity: $320 per person
  • Beverage Package: $368 per person (Optional)**
  • Specialty Dining: (Optional)
      • Balcony: $100 per person (4 meals)**
      • Oceanview & Inside: $60 per person (2 meals)**

** Great news! For a limited time only 50% discount on beverage and specialty dining packages.  Must be booked and deposited by June 30, 2025.

 

Group Amenities:
Balcony & Oceanview Cabins – Choose 4 amenities
Inside Cabins – Choose 2 amenities

Package 1:

  • Beverage Package
  • Specialty Dining
  • $50 Excursion Credit per cabin
  • 150 minutes of Wi-Fi per person

Package 2:

  • 10 Professional Photos per cabin
  • $100 Onboard Credit per cabin
  • $50 Excursion Credit per cabin
  • 150 minutes of Wi-Fi per person

 

Space is limited – register now for a reduced refundable deposit of $250.00/cabin until June 30, 2025.
For questions or to reserve your cabin, contact my wonderful sister-in-law and our dedicated Travel Advisor:
Jocelyn Welsh – Cruise Planners at 443-288-1808

 

Staterooms

Mid-Ship Balcony: BA

Mid-Ship Balcony: BA

Stateroom Type: Balcony

Enjoy easy access to all the outdoor fun on the top decks. Your stateroom includes two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and some feature additional bedding for up to 2 guests.

Per Guest

Guest 1

Price: $1,758.65
Gov Taxes & Fees: $604.99
Total: $2,363.64

Guest 2

Price: $1,758.65
Gov Taxes & Fees: $604.99
Total: $2,363.64

includes all applicable taxes and fees

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Mid-Ship Inside: IA

Mid-Ship Inside: IA

Stateroom Type: Inside Cabin

Located on higher decks near the fun, these staterooms feature two lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed and some feature additional bedding for up to one guest. Some connect.

Per Guest

Guest 1

Price: $1,272.05
Gov Taxes & Fees: $604.99
Total: $1,877.04

Guest 2

Price: $1,272.05
Gov Taxes & Fees: $604.99
Total: $1,877.04

includes all applicable taxes and fees

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Itinerary

  • Day

    Date

    Port

    Arrive

    Depart

  • Day 1

    Date 10/07/2026

    Port Los Angeles

    Arrive --

    Depart 4:30pm

  • Day 2

    Date 10/08/2026

    Port At Sea

    Arrive --

    Depart --

  • Day 3

    Date 10/09/2026

    Port Cabo San Lucas

    Arrive 11:30am

    Depart 7:00pm

  • Day 4

    Date 10/10/2026

    Port At Sea

    Arrive --

    Depart --

  • Day 5

    Date 10/11/2026

    Port Acapulco

    Arrive 7:00am

    Depart 6:00pm

  • Day 6

    Date 10/12/2026

    Port At Sea

    Arrive --

    Depart --

  • Day 7

    Date 10/13/2026

    Port Puerto Quetzal

    Arrive 7:00am

    Depart 6:00pm

  • Day 8

    Date 10/14/2026

    Port At Sea

    Arrive --

    Depart --

  • Day 9

    Date 10/15/2026

    Port Puerto Caldera

    Arrive 7:00am

    Depart 6:00pm

  • Day 10

    Date 10/16/2026

    Port At Sea

    Arrive --

    Depart --

  • Day 11

    Date 10/17/2026

    Port Enter Panama Canal Balboa

    Arrive 7:00am

    Depart 9:00pm

  • Day 12

    Date 10/18/2026

    Port Transiting The Panama Canal

    Arrive --

    Depart --

  • Day 13

    Date 10/19/2026

    Port Cartagena

    Arrive 10:15am

    Depart 6:00pm

  • Day 14

    Date 10/20/2026

    Port At Sea

    Arrive --

    Depart --

  • Day 15

    Date 10/21/2026

    Port Ocho Rios

    Arrive 7:00am

    Depart 4:00pm

  • Day 16

    Date 10/22/2026

    Port At Sea

    Arrive --

    Depart --

  • Day 17

    Date 10/23/2026

    Port Miami

    Arrive 7:00am

    Depart --

About the Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Joy

The Ultimate Joyride
The best way to cruise just got better as Norwegian Joy joins her sister ship Norwegian Bliss. Find your happy place on board Norwegian Joy when she cruises year-round from the west coast to Alaska, the Mexican Riviera, and Panama Canal from Miami and Los Angeles. Enjoy a rush like no other as you race in the middle of the ocean on a thrilling two–level race track. Immerse yourself in all the wonder of a virtual world in the Galaxy Pavilion. Be pampered in luxury in our new, spacious and beautifully appointed Concierge accommodations. Explore the wilds of Alaska including pods of whales up close in untouched Icy Strait Point. Enjoy vacation experiences that will delight your senses and calm your soul on Norwegian Joy.

Details and Deck Plans

Year Built 2017 Capacity 3,804
Year Refurbished 2019 Elevators 16
Registry Bahamas Restaurants 29
Tonnage 167,725 Bars 22
Cabins 1,926 Pools 3
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins N Theaters Y
Shops Y Library Y
Meeting Rooms Y Casino Y
Spa Y Disco Y
Fitness Center Y Children's Program Y
Internet Cafe Y

Ports of Call

Los Angeles (Day 1)

It's an exciting semitropical city of palm trees, swimming pools, television studios and aerospace factories. Los Angeles is one of the world's most exciting cities and the movie-making capital of the world. Wherever you visit, from ritzy Beverly Hills to the wondrous Hollywood Bowl, you'll have an unforgettable stay.
Attractions & Activities
No trip to L.A. is complete without a stop in Disneyland. This world-famous park has been a favorite of children - and adults - for generations. While you're there, you should stop by Disney's California AdventureSM park. This newest Disney park is an idealized version of California, from its gold-mining history to its colorful present.

Cabo San Lucas (Day 3)

Here at the tip of the Baja Peninsula where the amazing rock formation known as Los Arcos guards the entrance to the bay lies Cabo San Lucas which was once a hideout for pirates on the lookout for trading ships. Here you can spy on a no-longer-secret underwater garden through a glass-bottom boat, flirt with a whale or sea lion, shop at a quayside bazaar, or rekindle romance at the secluded Playa del Amor.
Attractions & Activities
Cabo San Lucas is quickly becoming a popular destination for one reason: beautiful beaches. You'll find an amazing choice of activities here, from snorkeling and scuba diving to surfing and kayaking. There's something for everyone, even people who just want to lie in the sun and relax.

Acapulco (Day 5)

Enjoy the playground of the Pacific from the sun-drenched beaches to the scintillating nightlife. Take in the famed La Quebrada Cliff Divers, shop the chic boutiques along the Costera or look for traditional Mexican handicrafts at the Mercado Municipal.
Attractions & Activities
When you're in Acapulco, don't miss the famous cliff divers. You can see them up close at La Quebrada, or watch from above at the Plaza Las Glorias Hotel Restaurant and Bar.

Puerto Quetzal (Day 7)

Drive into the mountains to beautiful old Antigua, once the country's colonial capital, and discover its lovely bougainvilleadraped buildings and breathtaking views of emerald volcanoes. Travel to famed Lake Atitlan and step back in time as you encounter the indigenous people in all their finery still living along the lakeshore. Or better yet, fly to Flores and experience the magnificent and enigmatic Mayan temples and palaces of the Tikal complex, surrounded by jungle.
Attractions & Activities
From Puerto Quetzal the choices are many, the busy capital of Guatemala City, Antigua, simply enchanting with its bonbon- pink houses, language schools and near- perfect weather, lovely Lake Atitlan, where modern Mayans still tell their stories on backstrap looms. Not to be missed are the ancient Mayan ruins at Tikal - a secretive jungle plaza flanked by seven great stone temples

Puerto Caldera (Day 9)

This port of call is the door to the inner beauty of Costa Rica, a country waiting to be discovered. There are volcano tours that pass through strawberry plantations and along the coast with inviting beaches trailing off into the distance. San Jose is a short trip inland and the center for nightlife and all of your delightful excursions.

Enter Panama Canal Balboa (Day 11)

Transiting The Panama Canal (Day 12)

The 48 mile-long (77 km) international waterway known as the Panama Canal allows ships to pass between the Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean, saving about 8000 miles (12,875 km) from a journey around the southern tip of South America, Cape Horn.

Cartagena (Day 13)

The magic of Cartagena lies in its massive fortifications, the warmth of the people, the richness of the architecture and the infinite range of cultural expression of a doughty and valiant people. The city is full of romance, and there is the setting for many a tale of times past in every street and square, and along the walls that bound it, waiting for the sunset to evoke past struggles. On a sunny day vibrates with color along the facades of the buildings and the sea breeze refreshes the visitor on his way along the narrow streets of the old city. Declared part of the UNESCO World Heritage in 1984, Cartagena encapsulates all the charm of Spanish colonial architecture, the republic period and today, the attractions of intense night-life, cultural festivals, exotic scenery, superb beaches, wonderful food and a wide offer of hotels and tourist infrastructure.
Attractions & Activities
Walk the streets, look at such splendid buildings as the Palace of the Inquisition, the Clock Tower, the battlements and the Castle 0f San Felipe de Barajas. Museums, the cathedrals, Spanish-style houses, water sports and some amazing beaches – these are just some of the attractions of the city and its surroundings.

Ocho Rios (Day 15)

Located on Jamaica's North Coast in the Parish of St. Ann, Ocho Rios offers breathtaking sights and exhilarating adventures for visitors of all ages. In the last twenty years, "Ochee", as it is known by the locals, has grown from a small, sleepy, fishing village into a world class tourist destination. With a deep water pier that can hold up to three cruise ships, allowing for easy disembarkation, Ocho Rios has become Jamaica's premier cruise port.
Attractions & Activities
Just west of downtown Ocho Rios, you'll discover one of Jamaica's most famous waterfalls - Dunn's River Falls. The cool mountain waters plunge 600 feet to smooth limestone beds, then stream under the roadway before mingling with the turquoise Caribbean Sea. Whether you climb the falls or swim in the chilly eddies on the ocean side, you're sure to remember this place.

Miami (Day 17)

South Florida's exciting, international city is much more than the gateway to Latin America. It's one of the world's most popular vacation destinations. With it's world-renowned beaches, unrivaled nightlife, unique culinary experiences and Latin flavor, this is one place you'll want to check out. Before departing from Miami, enjoy a tour that will highlight this exciting city.
Attractions & Activities
Miami is known for its amazing attractions. While you should definitely schedule a day for beach relaxation, you should also be sure to plan ahead to check out the broader tourism scene. Just imagine, in one day you could catch some early morning sun at the beach, then head down the Everglades and visit a real working alligator farm where 2,000 alligators of all sizes live in natural settings at Everglades Alligator Farm. Not into giant native reptiles? The options are endless. Maybe you're thinking something more like a tour of a mansion with more than two thousand years of lifestyle artifacts? Well, you're in luck because we have that too at Vizcaya Museum & Gardens on Biscayne Bay. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens is the estate of James Deering, built in 1916, a sprawling formal garden and a stunning estate that's open to the public, has been the backdrop to many a film and photo shoot and continues to delight with its' timeless beauty. The examples of what you could to fill a day in Miami go on and on. A classic attraction is Zoo Miami. Kids and parents, animal lovers and educators can't resist the charm of a day at the zoo - and with a zoo like this, why would you? Flamingos, komodo dragons, meerkats, monkeys, rhinos of all kinds, lions, tigers and bears - oh my! - are all on exhibit at this world-class zoo. At Zoo Miami you'll take a trip around the world without ever leaving Miami. The zoo is divided into parts of the world: Africa, Asia, Australia and Future Tropical Americas. If you could spend all day at the zoo watching the monkeys jump around there's an attraction just for you: Monkey Jungle "where humans are in cages and monkeys run wild!" Located in South Dade Monkey Jungle is a 30 acre reserve where nearly 400 primates run and rove at their leisure. Monkey Jungle is part of a world-wide effort to save monkeys close to extinction and protect them within comfortable and familiar environments.

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