Key Aspects:
- Voyager of the Seas has cancelled her planned visit to Ensenada, Mexico during the ship’s November 13, 2026 sailing.
- Instead, the ship will now arrive in Cabo San Lucas for an overnight visit from Sunday, November 15 until Monday, November 16.
- Poor weather expected in Ensenada has caused the change, but the weather forecast for Cabo San Lucas is milder.
Guests setting sail on Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas on Friday, November 13, 2026 are already experiencing some bad luck with a Friday the 13th departure as the cruise line has confirmed an itinerary change for the 7-night sailing from Los Angeles.
Royal Caribbean emailed notifications to booked guests late on Wednesday, November 11, less than two days before embarkation, to alert them to the adjustment.
“Due to a weather system expected to bring unfavorable conditions and rough seas to Ensenada, Mexico on Saturday, Nov 14, our visit to Ensenada, Mexico will be replaced with a Sea Day,” the email explained.
Fortunately, the cruise line has been able to add more time in port for what was to have been the ship’s second destination, Cabo San Lucas.
“To help make up for this change, we’ll now enjoy an overnight in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico and arrive a day early on November 15 at 12:30 PM,” the email confirmed.
Voyager of the Seas was expected to arrive in Cabo San Lucas at 8 a.m. on Monday, November 16 and not depart until 6 p.m. The departure time remains unchanged, but with the early arrival at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, guests can now enjoy an additional shore excursion or extra time ashore to explore at their leisure.
The overnight visit also gives guests the opportunity to enjoy the destination’s evening atmosphere, such as having dinner ashore or otherwise having fun without feeling rushed to return to the ship.
Guests do need to be aware that Cabo San Lucas is a tender port and small boats will be used to shuttle guests from the cruise ship to the dock.
No other cruise ships are scheduled for Cabo San Lucas on Sunday, November 15. On Monday, the Royal Caribbean ship will be joined by Princess Cruises’ Discovery Princess for a day visit from noon to 8 p.m.
Voyager of the Seas will continue on the remainder of her itinerary as planned, with a port visit to Mazatlan on Tuesday, November 17 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Two days at sea will follow as the 3,602-guest ship heads back to Los Angeles for debarkation on Friday, November 20.
Weather Forecast for Baja California
The National Meteorological Service of Mexico (Servicio Meteorológico Nacional) forecasts winds reaching 35-40 kilometers per hour (22-25 miles per hour) in northern Baja California and Ensenada on Saturday, November 14. Up to an inch of rain is expected just on Saturday, which follows similarly stormy conditions forecast for Friday.
In Cabo San Lucas, however, conditions are expected to be better with clear skies, very little chance of rain, and softer winds, which should mean that cruise guests will have a more pleasant visit.
“We’re sorry for the last-minute change caused by the weather – your safety is our top priority,” the email from Royal Caribbean reassured guests. “Please know being onboard is one of the safest places to be because our ship can quickly move out of the way of any inclement weather.”
Should the weather conditions change, Royal Caribbean will make whatever additional changes may be necessary.
