RCI Mariner of the Seas 2028 Bliss Cruise, February 19 - 25, 2028
Departing from New Orleans, Louisiana with stops in Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico.
Set sail and experience the magic of the Bliss Mardi Gras Cruise!
Sailing out of New Orleans for the first time, this couples-only lifestyle cruise on the Mariner of the Seas sailing with 3,400+ passengers blends big energy and revelry with one of the world’s most iconic celebrations. The cruise departs the Saturday before Mardi Gras 2028 and returns on the Friday just before Fat Tuesday. If you’ve ever wanted to experience Mardi Gras, this is your moment. After the cruise returns, keep the party flowing with a hotel takeover in the heart of Mardi Gras. This will be a one-of-a-kind landmark event for the Bliss community.
For the first time, our winter cruisers will get to experience the Royal Promenade. The Promenade is designed to emulate an upscale European street scene, lined with shops, bars, and a 24-hour cafe (a great venue to snack and people watch). Featuring atmospheric lighting which changes color throughout the day and night, quirky art features and sculptures, the area is also a hive of activity.
The Promenade will host a variety of Bliss Cruise Meet & Greets, Bliss Cruise evening themed dance parties, Royal Caribbean Random Acts of Entertainment, and more. It’s a great place to gather, hang out and connect with all of your fun-loving friends.
| DATE | PORT LOCATION | ARRIVE | DEPART |
| Sat, Feb 19, 2028 | New Orleans, Louisiana | 4:00 PM | |
| Sun, Feb 20, 2028 | Sea Day | ||
| Mon, Feb 21, 2028 | Cozumel, Mexico | 7:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
| Tue, Feb 22, 2028 | Costa Maya, Mexico | 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| Wed, Feb 23, 2028 | Sea Day | ||
| Thur, Feb 24, 2028 | Sea Day | ||
| Fri, Feb 25, 2028 | New Orleans, Louisiana | 8:00 AM |
*** All itineraries are subject to change without notice.
Themes
You just can’t have a lifestyle cruise without having a theme for each night! Let your imagination run wild when planning your costumes. It is not required that you dress in theme but it can add some extra fun to the evening! Below is the list of themes for each night so you can start shopping and be prepare when it comes time to pack.
The themes have not been announced yet for this cruise but once they are we will be sure to post them.
The cost of the cabin includes all meals with basic drinks such as water, coffee and tea. You also have access to all seminars, events, parties and entertainment. There will be an additional fee added to your invoice which covers the port charges, government taxes, basic gratuities, admin fees and security fees. These fees will be as follows:
- $650.00 per person for all Suites
- $525.00 per person for all Staterooms
The following items are available at an additional cost:
- Alcohol and other beverages plus the bar service gratuities
- Specialty Restaurants
- Casino Play
- Spa Services
- Shore Excursions
- Retail Shop Purchases
There are four main categories of staterooms: Suite, Balcony, Ocean View and Interior. Each stateroom offers a television, telephone, private bath, shower, vanity and even a hair-dryer. The cabins have been designed to be a comfortable, relaxing place for you to rest and reengerize after a all day of non-stop activities. The larger cabins make a great place for private entertainment.
Suites
Suites offer more room, comfort and luxury. Most come with a private balcony and all include standard features. Some suites even include complimentary concierge service, which includes access to a private lounge as well as personalized service to help with making reservations or other arrangements. Suites are a great way to travel in style and give you that extra space for entertaining.
Royal Suite (RS)
(Deck 10) Grand entrance with doorbell. Bedroom with king-size bed, and private bathroom with tub, private balcony with whirlpool, living room with queen-size sofa bed and baby grand piano. 1260 sq. ft. Balcony 224 sq. ft.
- Cabin Cost: $12,900.00 pp
- Deposit: $6,500.00
Owners Suite (OS)
(Deck 10) Marble entry with door bell. Queen-size bed, bathroom with tub. Separate living area with a queen-size sofa bed. Stateroom: 506 sq. ft. Balcony: 131 sq. ft.
- Cabin Cost: $6,650.00 pp
- Deposit: $3,500.00
Grand Suite (2-Bedroom) (GT)
(Deck 8 & 9) Two bedrooms w/ Royal King bed (one room with 3rd & 4th Pullman beds), a private balcony, 2 bathrooms & living area with double sofa bed. Stateroom: 547 sq. ft. Balcony: 192 sq. ft.
- Cabin Cost: $7,150.00 pp
- Deposit: $3,500.00
Grand Suite (1-Bedroom) (GS)
(Deck 10) Marble entry. Room has two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private balcony, sitting area and private bathroom with tub. Stateroom: 381 sq. ft. Balcony: 88 sq. ft.
- Cabin Cost: $4,250.00 pp
- Deposit: $2,000.00
Junior Suite (JT, J3 & J4)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, private balcony, sitting area (some with sofa bed) and private bathroom. Stateroom: 277 sq. ft. Balcony: 64 sq. ft.
- JT (Deck 6, 7 & 10) – Cabin Cost: $3,550.00 pp
- J3 (Deck 9, 10 & 11) – Cabin Cost: $3,350.00 pp
- J4 (Deck 9 & 10) – Cabin Cost: $3,350.00 pp
- Deposit: $1,950.00
Panoramic Ocean View Suite (No Balcony) (VP)
(Deck 12) Royal King bed. Curtained section with bunk beds. Living area w/ double sofa bed, vanity & sitting area. One and a half baths with shower. Floor to ceiling wrap around panoramic windows, 76 inches high by 321 inches wide. Stateroom: 406 sq. ft.
- Cabin Cost: $3,550.00 pp
- Deposit: $1,500.00
Balcony Staterooms
Private sanctuaries where you’ll enjoy both in and outdoor space. Relax in the spacious lounge or step outside to linger over morning coffee or wonder at breathtaking evening sunsets.
Spacious Ocean View w/ Balcony (SG, 1B, 2B, 3B & 4B)
- SG (Deck 8 & 10)
- 1B (Deck 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10)
- 2B (Deck 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10)
- 3B (Deck 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10)
- 4B (Deck 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10)
- Cabin Cost: $1,500.00 – $1,700.00 pp
- Deposit: $600.00
Ocean View w/ Balcony (SB, CB, 1D, 2D, 4D & 5D)
- SB (Deck 6, 7 & 9)
- CB (Deck 6, 7, 8, & 10)
- 1D (Deck 6 & 7)
- 2D (Deck 6, 7 & 8)
- 4D (Deck 7, 8, 9 & 10)
- 5D (Deck 6, 7 & 8)
- Cabin Cost: $1,450.00 – $1,700.00 pp
- Deposit: $600.00
Ocean View Staterooms
You’ll never miss a moment of the breathtaking scenery on your cruise vacation with an Ocean View window stateroom. Spend the day exploring, then take in the spectacular sights and amazing views from the comfort of your stateroom.
Ultra Spacious Ocean View (1K)
(Deck 6, 7, 8 & 9) Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, additional bunk beds in separate area, separate sitting area with sofa bed, and a private bathroom with shower. Stateroom: 328 sq. ft.
- Cabin Cost: $1,875.00 pp
- Deposit: $500.00
Spacious Panoramic Ocean View (1L)
(Deck 12) Royal King Bed. Double sofa bed for quad staterooms. Vanity with sitting area, Private bathroom with shower. Floor to Ceiling wrap around panoramic window, 76 inches high by 103 inches wide. Stateroom: 191 sq. ft.; Accessible: 283 sq. ft.
- Cabin Cost: $1,375.00 pp
- Deposit: $500.00
Spacious Ocean View (3M & 4M)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King, sitting area with sofa, vanity area and bathroom. Stateroom: 211 sq. ft.
- 3M (Deck 6, 8 & 9)
- 4M (Deck 6, 7 & 9)
- Cabin Cost: $1,225.00 pp
- Deposit: $500.00
Ocean View Stateroom (1N, 2N, 3N & 4N)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King and private bathroom. Stateroom: 161 sq. ft.; Accessible: 276 sq. ft.
- 1N (Deck 2 & 3)
- 2N (Deck 2 & 3)
- 3N (Deck 2 & 3)
- 4N (Deck 2, 3, 6, 7 & 9)
- Cabin Cost: $875.00 pp
- Deposit: $500.00
Interior Staterooms
Relax in all the comfort of our spacious interior staterooms. Spend your days onboard by the pool or on our sports deck, then enjoy some quiet and private time. Our interior staterooms include a wide array of amenities for you to enjoy.
Promenade View Interior (2T & CP)
(Deck 6, 7 & 8) A view of the Royal Promenade with bowed windows, two twin beds that convert to Royal King and private bathroom. Stateroom: 167 sq. ft.; Accessible: 256 sq. ft.
- Cabin Cost: $1,300.00 pp
- Deposit: $500.00
Interior Stateroom (1V, 2V, 3V & 4V)
Two twin beds that convert to Royal King sitting area with sofa, vanity area, and bathroom. Stateroom: 160 sq. ft.; Accessible: 256 sq. ft.
- 1V (Deck 9 & 10)
- 2V (Deck 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10)
- 3V (Deck 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10)
- 4V (Deck 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11)
- Cabin Cost: $845.00 pp
- Deposit: $500.00
Terms & Conditions
Payment Schedule
- Deposit: Due at the time of booking
- Installment: Due on or before the 1st of each month
- Final Payment: Due on or before August 1, 2027
Cancellation Policy/Fees
- Up to Aug 27, 2026: $250.00 pp ($400.00 pp for Suites)
- Aug 28, 2026 – Feb 23, 2027: $350.00 pp ($650.00 pp for Suites)
- Feb 24, 2027 – Aug 22, 2027: $450.00 pp ($1,000.00 pp for Suites)
- After Aug 22, 2027: NO REFUND
* Cancellation policy dates remain the same regardless of your booking date.
* Cancellations must be in writing by emailing your cancellation request to customerservice@ToplessTravel.com.
Transfer Policy/Fees
- Up to Aug 23, 2027: $125.00 pp ($250.00 pp for Suites)
- Aug 24, 2027 – Oct 21, 2027: $350.00 pp (No Transfers for Suites)
- After Oct 21, 2027: NO TRANSFERS
* Transfer request must be in writing by emailing your request to to customerservice@ToplessTravel.com.
* Reservations are non-transferable and cannot be transferred to another person.
* Transferred funds are non-refundable if the new reservation is cancelled.
* Transfers are no longer valid after the sailing date of the cancelled reservation.
Additional Policies
Additional Fees
While all cabin pricing reflects the basic cost per person, there will be an additional fee which will reflect port charges, government taxes, doc fees, gratuities and security fees. These will be as follows:
- $650.00 per person for all Suites
- $525.00 per person for all Staterooms
Additional Person Cabin Cost
- $700.00 per person for all Suites
- $575.00 per person for all Staterooms
Singles Policy
- Single passengers shall be allowed on the ship in a cabin only when accompanied by a couple and staying in their cabin.
- All cabins require double occupancy minimum. Any person showing up at the port without their partner, shall not be admitted onto the ship and shall not be entitled to any sort of refund. In the event a client arrives at the port unannounced as a single, on a case-by-case basis, a single may be allowed to board; however, a single supplement fee of 50% cabin cost will be required at the port prior to boarding. (Cash payment only.)
Additional Details
Booking Details
- The cabin cost includes all meals, except in specialty restaurants, and basic poured drinks such as water, coffee and tea.
- Beverage and amenity packages are subject to automatic gratuity charge.
Special Offers
Any cabin purchased from Bliss Cruise, or one of its Travel Affiliates, is for the cabin ONLY. Any special pricing, promotions, offers or discounts of any type offered by the cruise line for one of their regular scheduled voyages are not part of the Bliss Cruise program and will not be honored. In addition, some cabins may have limited amenities during a Bliss Cruise charter.
What Not to Pack
For the safety of our guests and crew, there are certain items that are not allowed on board. If these are found, they will be confiscated. Alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, flammable liquids, explosives, and dangerous chemicals will not be returned. Prohibited items are at the discretion of the Chief Security Officer and the Staff Captain and include, but are not limited to:
- Illicit and illegal drugs of any type, including medicinal marijuana, are not permitted on the ship. If found during the check-in process at the terminal, the cruise line will deny boarding. If found on the ship, the cruise line can and will most likely jail you until a port is reached where you will be handed over to the authorities, and possibly face criminal prosecution. No refunds will be issued if denied boarding or removed from the ship.
- Candles, incense, coffee makers, clothes irons, travel steamers and hot plates (Items that generate heat or produce an open flame. This includes heating pads, clothing irons, hotplates, candles, incense and any other item that may create a fire hazard. NOTE: The only exception to this policy are curling irons and hair straighteners. Matches and normal lighters are allowed onboard. However “torch lighters” and novelty lighters that look like guns are not allowed onboard. Torch lighters emit a powerful concentrated flame, and are therefore prohibited.)
- Electrical extension cords
- Firearms and ammunition, including realistic replicas
- Sharp objects, including knives and scissors*
- Self-defense, including handcuffs, pepper spray, and night sticks
- Alcoholic beverages** (Note: Alcoholic beverages that are purchased in ports-of-call or from shops onboard will be stored by the ship and delivered to you on the last day of the sailing.)
- Please refer to the cruise line’s website for the complete list of prohibited items.
* Personal grooming items such as safety razors are allowed. Scissors with blades less than four inches are allowed.
** Two bottles of wine per stateroom are allowed on embarkation day, subject to corkage fees.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your upcoming cruise. There are hundreds of circumstances that could cause you to cancel your trip, return home early or force you to seek emergency medical treatment while traveling. Travel insurance offers coverage for unforeseen problems such as, an unexpected financial change or scheduling conflict, a cancelled flight or a serious illness.
Post-Cruise Details
Post-Cruise Hotel Takeover
Keep the party going beyond the cruise with an exclusive Mardi Gras hotel takeover for this one-of-a-kind lifestyle event during the last weekend of Mardi Gras leading up to Fat Tuesday! It is your private, upscale escape in the middle of the action – a secure, sexy and lifestyle-friendly home base where Bliss guests can celebrate together, recharge in comfort and step into the energy of Mardi Gras with the community all around them. If you have ever wanted to do Mardi Gras, this is your moment.
The Jung Hotel is located on Canal Street, steps from the French Quarter. With over 26,000 square feet of event space completely transformed into an immersive lifestyle sanctuary of intimate playrooms and provocative dungeons to our specialized sexual wellness center and luxury retail space – every corner will offer something new. At the heart of it all, our grand ballroom which will deliver world-class entertainment every night.
The Jung Hotel
1500 Canal St #1500, New Orleans, LA 70112
- Only guests with an active Mariner Cruise booking can book the Jung Hotel.
- Rates start at $319 per night for Standard rooms and $559 per night for Suites.
- 5-night minimum stay required.
- 5-day All Access Event Pass included with the cost of the hotel booking.
To make your reservation:
- To secure your hotel room online, start by booking your Mariner Cruise cabin.
- Contact RJ at Topless Travel Sales Dept: 1-954-657-9739
Post-Cruise Event Passes Only
You can still keep the party going beyond the cruise even of you do not book the Jung Hotel. Join the party by purchasing your Event Pass which gives full access to all the event spaces, activities and public areas of the Jung Hotel. The party starts Friday, February 25th and ends with the final celebration on Fat Tuesday. Event Passes are available for 1, 2 & 5-Day Access. Hotel stay must be booked separately. If you booked a room at the Jung Hotel, you do not need to book an Event Pass. Event Passes are valid from 9:00 am until 5:00 am the next morning.
- 5-Day Pass
- Allows you full access for the entire event.
- Cost: $250.00 per person
- 2-Day Pass
- Allows you access on any two consecutive days.
- Cost: $150.oo per person
- 1-Day Pass
- Allows you access to any single day of the 5-day event.
- Cost: $100.00 per person
Get your Event Pass Now
About Our Ports of Call
Cozumel, Mexico
Just off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula is Cozumel featuring great diving, snorkeling and beaches, marine-life encounters, botanical gardens, trails and shopping in the town of San Miguel. The Conquistadors first saw Mexico from the shores of Cozumel while searching for gold. Today, visitors to the island continue to seek out gold and silver jewelry in the shops of San Miguel while having a great time in its many local bars and restaurants. Plus, the waters around Cozumel’s sheltered coral reefs make this one of the best snorkeling areas in the world.
The nearby mainland is home to Tulúm, Mayan cliffside ruins overlooking the Caribbean. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the ruins of the ancient Mayan city, majestically perched above the turquoise Caribbean. The site was occupied as far back as 600 A.D. However, it was most densely populated around 1200 A.D. You will be struck by the pyramid-shaped El Castillo, which dominates the city from atop a forty-foot cliff. The nearby Temple of the Descending God provides equally excellent insight into the architecture of the Mayan people, who gained considerable achievements in the arts and sciences, only to decline and vanish for no apparent reason.
Costa Maya, Mexico
Costa Maya, once a trading post for the Mayan Empire, is located in the Mexican Caribbean and is best known for its jungles, beaches, lagoons and Mayan ruins. Recent development and modern port facilities are making Costa Maya the perfect port of call. With so many activities, it will be hard to decide what to do first. Check out the Mayan Pavilion Park, which has everything: Mayan handicraft centers, swim-up bars, great traditional restaurants, saltwater pools, a 650-seat amphitheater, Mayan art and architecture, amazing water sports and great shopping. Take an exciting ride on a ATV or Mini Rhino through the jungle. Then take a break, relax and soak up the famous Mayan sun at Uvero Beach.
About Our Ship
The new Mariner of the Seas is packed with more ways to play on the most maxed-out getaway ever. Think splashy new ways to play, delicious new dining concepts and a few surprises to thrill even the boldest lifestyle warriors. Hang ten on the newly added FlowRider® surf simulator or race down The Perfect Storm℠ waterslides.
Have a tiki-chic rendezvous over rum punches in The Bamboo Room, join the fun with a sing-along at the Schooner Bar, sizzle and salsa the night away at Boleros, a Latin-themed club and hot spot serving Cuban mojitos and Brazilian capirinhas or grab a pint at the English Pub. Bond with new and old friends over a meal at Jamie’s Italian by Jamie Oliver, Izumi, Chops Grille or enjoy a culinary experience at the Chef’s table.