Lifestyle cruise · Feb 24 to 28, 2027
Bliss Fiesta Cruise 2027: Tampa to Cozumel Lifestyle Cruise
Four-night lifestyle cruise from Tampa to Cozumel on Celebrity Summit
Fiesta is Bliss at its most compact: four nights out of Tampa, one long day in Cozumel, and a ship full of couples who came to play. Think salsa heat, glow paint and sugar skulls, with clothing-optional decks and a beach club day in the Mexican sun. If you have never done a lifestyle cruise, this is the short, low-commitment way to find out.
- Feb 24 to 28, 20274 nights
- Celebrity SummitSails from Tampa, Florida
- Lifestyle cruiseHosted by Bliss Cruise
- From $2,360per couple
Who it's for
Couples aged 21 and over who want a lifestyle vacation without clearing a full week. It suits first-timers testing the water, returning Bliss couples who want a quick winter reset, and Florida locals who can drive to the port. Bliss runs it as a couples event, so it is not set up for single travelers.
Highlights
Cozumel Beach Club day
The one port stop is built around a clothing-optional beach party with transportation from the ship, DJs, beach games, private cabanas, food and drinks, optional massages and an on-site playroom.
Four themed nights
Sexy Salsa Chic on embarkation night, Fiesta Glow with neon and glow accessories, Sugar Skull Fetish Night with dark romance styling, and Lucha Libre & Lace on the last night.
Clothing-optional decks and pools
Designated upper decks and pools are clothing-optional whenever the ship is not in port, with pool-deck energy by day and late-night dance parties after dark.
Adult play areas
Multiple dedicated play spaces are set up on board, along with ice-breaker meet and greets that make it easy to start conversations with other couples.
Seminars and workshops
Daytime lifestyle seminars cover relationships, desire and curiosity, so there is something to do on both sea days besides lounging.
Tampa pre-party
The official pre-party, Tassels & Tequila, runs at Caliente Resort in Tampa the night before departure, a good way to meet people before boarding.
Itinerary and theme nights
| Day | Port | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1, Wed Feb 24 | Tampa, Florida | Embark, sail away at 4pm |
| Day 2, Thu Feb 25 | At sea | Sea day |
| Day 3, Fri Feb 26 | Cozumel, Mexico | In port 7am to 8pm |
| Day 4, Sat Feb 27 | At sea | Sea day |
| Day 5, Sun Feb 28 | Tampa, Florida | Arrive 7:30am, disembark |
- Wednesday
Sexy Salsa Chic Night
Embarkation day. Sail away from Tampa at 4pm, then dress hot and Latin for the first party of the week.
- Thursday
Fiesta Glow Night
A sea day by the pool, then neon and glow accessories after dark.
- Friday
Sugar Skull Fetish Night
Cozumel day with the beach club excursion, then a dark romance look for the evening. The ship leaves Cozumel at 8pm.
- Saturday
Lucha Libre & Lace Night
Final sea day and final night. Masks, lace and a big farewell party.
What's included
Interior stateroom for two, based on $685 per person fare plus the $495 per person fee that covers port charges, government taxes and prepaid gratuities. Suites carry a $595 per person fee.
Included
- Cruise fare for your cabin category, onboard dining and entertainment
- Prepaid gratuities, port charges and government taxes (covered by the per-person fee added to your invoice)
- Clothing-optional pools and hot tubs in designated areas
- Nightly themed parties, live entertainment and late-night dancing
- Ice-breaker meet and greets and lifestyle seminars
- Adult play areas on board
- Bliss Loyalty Club membership from your first sailing
- Access to the Bliss App for events, plans and connecting with other guests
Budget extra for
- Airfare and ground transportation to Tampa
- Drink packages, onboard Wi-Fi, specialty dining and spa treatments (purchased through the cruise line after you receive your reservation number)
- Bliss Signature shore excursions such as the Cozumel Beach Club (booked separately)
- Travel insurance
- Pre-cruise hotel
Paying for it: A credit-card deposit holds the cabin. Guests can pay in full, make monthly payments handled by Bliss until final payment, or apply for Flex Pay monthly financing at checkout (minimum purchase $150, rates from 0% to 36% APR, subject to approval). Deposit amount and final payment date are listed on the booking page for each sailing.
The ship: Celebrity Summit
Celebrity Summit is a Millennium-class ship built in 2001 and refurbished in 2019, carrying roughly 2,200 guests across 11 passenger decks. With Bliss in charge of the whole ship, the onboard feel is intimate rather than megaship. Dining includes the main dining room, Tuscan Grille and Sushi on Five, and you will find the Sunset Bar, an adults-only Solarium, a Rooftop Terrace, a casino and a newly renovated spa. Suite guests get access to The Retreat, with its private sun deck, lounge and private dining at Luminae.
Who goes and house rules
Who can go
Couples only, one man and one woman. A small number of single men or women may attend as part of a threesome.
Age
21+
Dress code
Clothing-optional on designated upper decks and pools while at sea, and at signature excursions in port. Dinner is resort casual or smart casual: no swimwear, tank tops or T-shirts in restaurants at dinner, and shorts only in the buffet. Formal night is optional.
Photos
No photos or video in clothing-optional areas, the playroom, workshops or during theme nights. Respect other guests' privacy everywhere else.
Single men
Not a singles event. All cabins require double occupancy, and a single who arrives at the dock unannounced can be refused boarding with no refund.
Insider tips
- Book the Cozumel beach club excursion early. It is the signature event of the sailing, and the Bliss App and the cruise line site are where you reserve it once you have your reservation number.
- Do the Tampa pre-party. Tassels & Tequila is the night before sailing, and walking on board already knowing a few faces changes the whole first evening. Book a hotel near downtown or Ybor so you are not driving after.
- Pick your theme looks before you pack. Four nights means four costumes, and Sugar Skull and Lucha Libre & Lace reward effort. Leave the jeans at home, since dinner dress codes still apply.
- Choose your cabin level with the sea in mind. Bliss suggests low and midship for anyone prone to seasickness, and this is a winter Gulf crossing.
- Wine is allowed in your bag. You can bring two 750ml bottles of wine or champagne per stateroom on boarding day, which saves real money on a short cruise. Hard liquor and beer are not allowed.
- Do not wait on the last cabins. The charter is almost sold out, and once it is full Bliss only runs a balcony and interior waitlist. Suites cannot be booked online, so call the office.
Getting there
Fiesta sails from the Port Tampa Bay cruise terminals in downtown Tampa, a short ride from the airport and the Channelside district.
TPA, Tampa International Airport, about 8 miles from the terminals, roughly 15 minutes outside rush hour and closer to 30 at peak times. St. Pete-Clearwater (PIE) is about 30 to 45 minutes away.
- Do not arrive at the terminal before 10:30am. Early check-in is not permitted, and boarding typically runs 11am to 3pm.
- Garage parking sits across Channelside Drive from the terminals and has to be paid for online in advance.
- Rideshare from TPA is the cheapest way in, since a rental car just sits in a garage all week.
- A US passport book is strongly recommended. Closed-loop cruises like this one can accept a government birth certificate plus photo ID, but the passport is far less hassle.
Questions people ask
Is the Bliss Fiesta Cruise couples only?
Yes. Cabin rates assume two adults aged 21 or older, one man and one woman. A small number of single men or women may sail as part of a threesome, but it is not a singles event.
Where does the Bliss Fiesta Cruise sail from and where does it go?
It departs Tampa, Florida on Wednesday, February 24, 2027 at 4pm, spends Friday in Cozumel, Mexico from 7am to 8pm, and returns to Tampa on Sunday morning, February 28.
What are the theme nights on the Fiesta Cruise?
Wednesday is Sexy Salsa Chic, Thursday is Fiesta Glow with neon and glow accessories, Friday is Sugar Skull Fetish Night, and Saturday is Lucha Libre & Lace.
Is the ship clothing-optional the whole time?
No. Designated upper decks and pools are clothing-optional while the ship is at sea, and the signature beach excursion in Cozumel is clothing-optional. Restaurants follow a resort casual dress code at dinner.
Can I take photos on the cruise?
Not in clothing-optional areas, the playroom, workshops or during theme nights. Elsewhere on the ship, be respectful of other guests' privacy.
How do I pay for the cruise?
You can pay in full, set up monthly payments through Bliss until final payment, or apply for Flex Pay financing at checkout. A credit card deposit holds your cabin.
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Details checked October 12, 2026. Suggest an update