There really aren't enough adjectives to describe the color of the Caribbean. Clear, blue and beautiful don't do the trick. Just know it never disappoints. Throw in white-sand beaches, great dive spots, duty-free shopping and some rather colorful colonial history and you've got a great cruise vacation. It's also one of the most relaxing spots on earth. Port of Houston, TX to Cozumel & Vera Cruz; missed Belize and Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras due to Hurricane Rita. Departure port changed from New Orleans, LA due to Hurricane Katrina.