Did that same itinerary out of NOLA on the Jewel last spring. Only port that used tenders was Belize. But some of it depends how many ships are in port that day. We had a couple of our port days with 4-6 different ships from various lines in the same city and some were forced to use tenders due to lack of room.
Strongly recommend bringing your own soda or Gatorade (or both). Bottled water can be bought in port much cheaper than on the ship but it's worth throwing 18-24 beverages in your luggage. You'll drink them during the trip and they make room for souvenirs.
Be wary of independent options in Belize. Ship drops you off in what amounts to a walled city built to protect the tourists. Just outside those walls is a great deal of crime. Cozumel you can wander on your own without much concern but I don't recommend that near the port in Belize. We had a dozen people yelling at us through the high fence. It felt like being in an embassy. We did the cave tubing which is a 90-minute bus ride away, and enjoyed it. People were yelling at our bus right as we left the walled area but a mile down the road and it was quiet countryside.
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> Going on a Harrah's cruise – Norwegian Dawn – Feb 22. Cozumel, Belize, Roatan , Costa Maya. Any suggestions about independent interesting things to do in these ports without taking expensive ship-sponsored tours. Which ports require tenders? I know there is no good VP on this ship, but any other gambling suggestions? We usually just play BJ. Are the drinks in the casino still free on these Harrah's trips? If you want beer or soda in unopened containers – cans, etc. – can you order them that way in the casino and then take them to your room?
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