West coast travelers who have become bored with taking the same Mexico itinerary over and can hop aboard Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seasfor a different experience.  RCI’s 142,000-ton vessel, scheduled to sail year round from Los Angeles on one week Mexico voyages, is one of the largest cruise ships in the world.

Mariner of the Seas’ amenities such as a rock-climbing wall, an ice-skating rink, full size basketball and sports court, adults-only solarium, an inline skating track and enormous fitness center promise to keep passengers occupied by day.  The interior Royal Promenade, a boulevard of shops, restaurants, bars and lounges stretching nearly the length of the ship, is fabulous for people watching and nightly carnival-like parades of performers, clowns and floats.

Sixteen bars and lounges plus myriad venues for a full range of entertainment and nightlife promise to keep adults entertained at night through the wee hours.  For younger passengers, Royal Caribbean’s “Adventure Ocean” youth program offers scheduled activities throughout the day; teens have their own dedicated onboard areas including a teen disco and a private lounge.

Mariner of the Seas sails round-trip from Los Angeles on seven-day itineraries with port calls in Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlan.  For reservations and additional information contact your travel agent.