First off, gotta say, sometimes these cruise guides… they’re like, “Ooh, exciting shopping!” And then you get there and it’s just a bunch of tourist traps. But Michael Kors? It’s usually pretty legit. The question is, *is it cheaper* than back home? That’s the real kicker, right?
So, from what I’m gatherin’, you might ACTUALLY find a Michael Kors *boutique* right on the cruise ship itself! Specifically, it mentions one on the Solstice. Now, *that’s* convenient. But remember, cruise ship prices… they can be sneaky. It’s like they think we’re all too relaxed to do the math and compare. Don’t fall for it!
Then there’s the whole “actual Mexico” thing. The text mentions Michael Kors stores *in* Mexico. Like, the real deal. I’m seeing there are SEVEN of ’em. Seven! That’s more than I thought, tbh. You can probably find the nearest one to your port on that Michael Kors site the text’s talkin’ about.
Now, here’s where my brain gets a little fuzzy. Are the prices in those Mexican Michael Kors stores gonna be *amazing*? Maybe! Maybe not. It kinda depends on the exchange rate, any sales they’re havin’, and honestly, just plain luck. I remember one time I bought a scarf in Italy and it was cheaper than anything I could find online, and another time I got totally ripped off buying “genuine” leather sandals. It’s a gamble!
Think about this too: are you *really* gonna wanna spend your precious cruise time traipsing around a mall looking for a specific handbag? I mean, you’re in *Mexico*! There’s tacos to eat, ruins to explore, beaches to… well, beach on.
My suggestion? Before you even leave for your cruise, do your homework. Know what you want, know the price at home, and then if you stumble across a KILLER deal on the ship or in port, then go for it! Otherwise, enjoy your vacation and maybe buy a cool, authentic Mexican bracelet instead. It’ll have a better story attached to it anyway. Just my two cents. Oh, and maybe skip buying “prescription medications” in port, just a thought. Stick to the handbags, safer that way.
