Group Excursion & CEU Information
We have arranged exciting group excursions in each port. Anyone booked in our group is welcome to participate in our group excursion, not just teachers. These are private tours that are only available to those booked in our group.
Mississippi teachers have the option to receive 1.5 CEUs through William Carey University by participating in our group excursions. Participation in all of our group excursions is required to receive the CEUs. Our group excursions are completely optional if you do not want CEUs. A fee of $15 will be due to William Carey University to process the CEUs. See the "Additional Information" section below for more details.
Mississippi teachers have the option to receive 1.5 CEUs through William Carey University by participating in our group excursions. Participation in all of our group excursions is required to receive the CEUs. Our group excursions are completely optional if you do not want CEUs. A fee of $15 will be due to William Carey University to process the CEUs. See the "Additional Information" section below for more details.
Costa Maya:
Chacchoben Ruins & Maya Adventure
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Consider this day an adventure in every way. From the moment you set out, you'll become an explorer in a new land. The passion of your guide and the magnificence of the sites and experiences you have, will most likely make this the most memorable day of your vacation.
The name, Chacchoben, which translates to "The Place of Red Corn," may be unfamiliar to you, especially since this site has only been open to the public since 2003. During the '40s, a gentleman and his family settled here to farm. It wasn't until 1972 that they realized there was an amazing city under their backyard. Although it had been officially documented by the Mexican government, nothing was excavated until 1994. Excavation and restoration has continued since then and, in 2003, the land was opened to visitors. It's believed that this city originated between 500-700 A.D. The ceremonial center of the ruins brings you to the heart of the Mayan culture. The ruins are situated in the jungle, where you'll see indigenous plants and wildlife, and learn about different medicinal plants and how they're used. The setting is too perfect for words. After a wonderful, personally narrated tour of Chacchoben, we'll visit a traditional Mayan village. As you observe people engaged in their daily activities and listen to their language, you'll notice how their lives are filled with both ancient and modern culture. Witness daily life and celebrate the colorful culture of the modern Maya as it unfolds right before your eyes. Lunch will consist of traditional Maya dishes, cooked with local spices and ingredients. The recipes will be explained during your visit and you'll also have the opportunity to see and taste the ingredients and spices added to your meal. Expect a meal way beyond tacos, quesadillas and what's usually offered to tourists as Mexican food. Learn the secrets behind the prefect tortilla in a one-on-one tortilla making lesson! Learn about traditional home remedies, savor a traditional Maya meal, make new friends and see the world through the eyes of the Maya. This is a day you will never forget! |
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Purchase your tickets:
Visit our Store page to pre-purchase your tickets by April 5th. This is a private tour and tickets must be pre-reserved in our group block. You will receive an email confirmation after your purchase. Your email confirmation will serve as your "ticket". We will meet on the ship to disembark and begin the tour together. Meeting time and location will be mailed to you before the cruise.
Visit our Store page to pre-purchase your tickets by April 5th. This is a private tour and tickets must be pre-reserved in our group block. You will receive an email confirmation after your purchase. Your email confirmation will serve as your "ticket". We will meet on the ship to disembark and begin the tour together. Meeting time and location will be mailed to you before the cruise.
Cozumel:
Chankanaab National Park
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Spend the day at Chankanaab National Park, the #1 attraction in Cozumel! Chankanaab (word that comes from the Mayan language and means “little sea") is located inside Cozumel´s National Marine Park and is named after the beautiful blue lagoon at the center of the park - the "little sea".
Chankanaab offers a wide variety of activities for every interest. You can enjoy a fresh hand-made tortilla at the Mayan casita, stop by the crocodile exhibition or the sea lion show, or perhaps stroll around the lagoon that gives the park its name. Walk through the botanical garden and learn about Mayan history through replica villages. These are only a few of the many activities you can enjoy at Chankanaab. Price: $26 adults, $18 Children (4-12)
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Chankanaab National Park Booking & CEU Information:
You will purchase your tickets in US dollars when you arrive at the park. No advance purchase is necessary. We will meet on the ship to disembark and walk to the taxi stand together. Taxi fare is approximately $10 US dollars per vehicle plus tip. Several people can share a taxi van to reduce cost. There will be plenty of taxis at Chankanaab to return back to the ship on your own when you're ready.
Once you arrive at the park, you'll be on your own to explore and visit the attractions required for CEUs: botanical garden, Mayan village & replicas, sea lion show, dolphinarium, blue lagoon/coral reef, & crocodile exhibit. All of the activities required for CEUs are included in the cost of admission. You may spend extra time exploring the park. Use of lounge chairs, hammocks, showers and dressing rooms is complimentary. Snorkeling, kayaking, zip lining, dolphin swims, food and drinks can be purchased if desired.
A Mexican lunch buffet can be added for $13. Snorkel equipment rental (mask, fins & vest) can be added for $7.
You will purchase your tickets in US dollars when you arrive at the park. No advance purchase is necessary. We will meet on the ship to disembark and walk to the taxi stand together. Taxi fare is approximately $10 US dollars per vehicle plus tip. Several people can share a taxi van to reduce cost. There will be plenty of taxis at Chankanaab to return back to the ship on your own when you're ready.
Once you arrive at the park, you'll be on your own to explore and visit the attractions required for CEUs: botanical garden, Mayan village & replicas, sea lion show, dolphinarium, blue lagoon/coral reef, & crocodile exhibit. All of the activities required for CEUs are included in the cost of admission. You may spend extra time exploring the park. Use of lounge chairs, hammocks, showers and dressing rooms is complimentary. Snorkeling, kayaking, zip lining, dolphin swims, food and drinks can be purchased if desired.
A Mexican lunch buffet can be added for $13. Snorkel equipment rental (mask, fins & vest) can be added for $7.
Onboard meeting
On the last sea day of the cruise, we will have a brief meeting on the ship to complete required forms for CEUs. You will need to bring a $15 check made payable to William Carey University to attach with your paperwork. CEU certificates will be emailed to you after we return. Meeting time and location will be announced at a later date.
Additional information
- CEUs are approved and issued through William Carey University. William Carey administrative fees in the amount of $15 per person must be submitted to Dr. Michael Suarez by check on the last sea day of the cruise along with a CEU application form, sign-in sheets, and an evaluation form for each activity.
- CEUs are available for Mississippi teachers only. We cannot offer SEMI credits for administrators. If you have a group of teachers from another state that are interested in joining, please email [email protected].
- CEU activities are completely optional. You do not have to participate in any activities if you don't want/need CEUs; You may participate in any of the activities and not receive CEUs if you do not need them.
- Family members/friends, including children, are welcome on any of the excursions at the per person rate.
- Excursion prices are subject to change without notice.
- CEUs may be subject to change/cancellation due to unforeseen changes to ship or tour operator adjustments, weather, port cancellations, etc.
- The Mississippi Department of Education reserves the right to change CEU requirements without notice and/or deny CEU approval/acceptance. Superliner Travel/Cruising Teachers makes no guarantee of CEU acceptance by MDE.
- Superliner Travel LLC / Cruising Teachers reserves the right to change CEU activities without notice.
- William Carey University is not affiliated with Cruising Teachers/Superliner Travel, and acts as the issuing authority for CEUs only.
- The cruise must be booked through Superliner Travel/Cruising Teachers for activities to qualify for CEUs.
