antsp Posted August 19, 2016 #1 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Hi, we are considering sailing the Ruby on the 7th of Jan to Mexico, trying to get a idea on what the weather will be like, like to relax by the pool during the day on sea days. Any one sailed this route. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yehootu Posted August 19, 2016 #2 Share Posted August 19, 2016 We've sailed a Mexico trip in early Jan. We sailed out of San Diego and went alittle farther south to Alcapulco. Was cold first and last day, but got very warm the rest of the way. Last 2 days at sea were fun! Seas came up and we had 25-30ft seas. All pools, as well as outside were closed. YeeHa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partybarbie Posted August 19, 2016 #3 Share Posted August 19, 2016 I've done this route many times. The first and last days are too cold for swimming and sunning, but we had great weather the rest of the time. I think the hottest it got was about 80 degrees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsp Posted August 19, 2016 Author #4 Share Posted August 19, 2016 many thanks on comments, i should have known this having sailed to Hawaii twice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shredie Posted August 19, 2016 #5 Share Posted August 19, 2016 It's always warm (well, almost always) off the coast of Mexico. If no hurricane blows through, you should be able to enjoy the pool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasperdo Posted August 19, 2016 #6 Share Posted August 19, 2016 Is that the classic 7 day sailing, or the 10 day Sea of Cortez sailing? We've done both. As others have said, the weather should be generally warm and sunny. The last day back to Los Angeles is usually windy, since you're going against the prevailing winds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsp Posted August 19, 2016 Author #7 Share Posted August 19, 2016 It's a 10 day, January 7th 2017. Not sure what they call it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasperdo Posted August 19, 2016 #8 Share Posted August 19, 2016 If it goes to La Paz and Loreto then it's what Princess calls the Sea of Cortez Cruise. Those are two on my favorite Mexican ports. They are not as commercialized as Cabo and Puerto Vallarta. Loreto is an especially pretty town, very laid back. Enjoy your cruise. The Ruby Princess is a beautiful ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f-mattox Posted August 19, 2016 #9 Share Posted August 19, 2016 If it goes to La Paz and Loreto then it's what Princess calls the Sea of Cortez Cruise. Those are two on my favorite Mexican ports. They are not as commercialized as Cabo and Puerto Vallarta. Loreto is an especially pretty town, very laid back. Enjoy your cruise. The Ruby Princess is a beautiful ship. Agree completely on the Sea of Cortez cruises; and January is a perfect time to be in Mexico: not crowded, mild weather--and Ruby Princess is a beautiful ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antsp Posted August 19, 2016 Author #10 Share Posted August 19, 2016 You've all twisted my arm, I think I may book it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Hlitner Posted August 19, 2016 #11 Share Posted August 19, 2016 (edited) We live in Puerto Vallarta during Jan-Feb, and this is considered our prime tourist season with the best weather of the year. In a normal year, mid Jan would find daytime highs about 80-85 and the Ocean Water temps in the high 70s-to low 80s. I should mention that least winter we did not have a single day of rain in Jan-Feb :). On the other hand, the previous year 2015 it rained cats,dogs and even Iguanas on Superbowl Sunday. It was a rare winter storm (local flooding prevented some of our local friends from even getting to our party). Bottom line is that there is never a guarantee... but mid-Jan would be a pretty good bet. Hank Edited August 19, 2016 by Hlitner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted August 20, 2016 #12 Share Posted August 20, 2016 Hi, we are considering sailing the Ruby on the 7th of Jan to Mexico, trying to get a idea on what the weather will be like, like to relax by the pool during the day on sea days. Any one sailed this route. Very cool the first 1 1/2 days going and the last day coming back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shredie Posted August 20, 2016 #13 Share Posted August 20, 2016 If it goes to La Paz and Loreto then it's what Princess calls the Sea of Cortez Cruise. Those are two on my favorite Mexican ports. They are not as commercialized as Cabo and Puerto Vallarta. Loreto is an especially pretty town, very laid back. Enjoy your cruise. The Ruby Princess is a beautiful ship. Yes! Beautiful and historic towns. So much more authentic Mexico than the west coast resorts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam in CA Posted August 20, 2016 #14 Share Posted August 20, 2016 Yes! Beautiful and historic towns. So much more authentic Mexico than the west coast resorts.I agree. Loreto and La Paz are nothing like PV, Mazatlan or Cabo. Quaint and relatively unspoiled. You won't find ten jewelry stores on every block. La Paz had some stalls set up at the pier where they sell jewelry and woven goods. You can use your bargaining skills to get a really good deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky TGO Posted August 20, 2016 #15 Share Posted August 20, 2016 It's always warm (well, almost always) off the coast of Mexico. If no hurricane blows through, you should be able to enjoy the pool. Hurricane :eek: :eek: don't even think of that. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beckntom Posted August 20, 2016 #16 Share Posted August 20, 2016 You've all twisted my arm, I think I may book it. Do it! We have a great Roll Call going. I'm so enthused about this cruise--especially Loreto and La Paz--that I may book it for fall of 2018 when it becomes available for booking. Love the two sea days at the end: One for relaxing and enjoying the ship, and the other for packing with a little relaxing and enjoying thrown in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted August 20, 2016 #17 Share Posted August 20, 2016 I agree. Loreto and La Paz are nothing like PV, Mazatlan or Cabo. Quaint and relatively unspoiled. You won't find ten jewelry stores on every block. ............... You can find 'local Mexico' in PV, Cabo and Mazatlan but you'll have to look for it. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IsanTom Posted August 21, 2016 #18 Share Posted August 21, 2016 We've sailed a Mexico trip in early Jan. We sailed out of San Diego and went alittle farther south to Alcapulco. Was cold first and last day, but got very warm the rest of the way.Last 2 days at sea were fun! Seas came up and we had 25-30ft seas. All pools, as well as outside were closed. YeeHa. I like a little rocking and shaking! Reminds me of my Navy days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamblinmon Posted August 26, 2016 #19 Share Posted August 26, 2016 can ou tell me how the weather is at the end of March? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reedprincess Posted August 26, 2016 #20 Share Posted August 26, 2016 can ou tell me how the weather is at the end of March? Accuweather.com, weather.com, Holiday-weather.com, and so on all have historical weather data for virtually anywhere in the world. A quick check will give you an good idea.. Enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted August 26, 2016 #21 Share Posted August 26, 2016 Here's the link to the roll call January 7th 2017 Mexican Riviera/Sea of Cortez http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2273352 Several of us have done this itin several times. Usually it'll be nice during the day and can be a bit cool at night. Bring something warm to wear to MUTS. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Please sign in to comment
You will be able to leave a comment after signing in
Sign In Now