Cruising the Western Mediterranean

Arrive & Explore

Once you have boarded the ship, it’s time to check out your beautiful stateroom. Remember you do not need to drag your suitcase with you as it will be delivered to your cabin usually within a couple of hours of boarding, so you are free to explore!!

• Freshen up with a cool drinks at one of the pool bars or if you are peckish, why not try the Windjammer Cafe

• Walk through Central Park, and check out some of the bars and restaurants available to you

• Take the kids up to the top deck to check out the H20 Zone Waterpark

• Relax back in your cabin and freshen up for the “Sail Away” party and amazing food experience at your own dining table

Palma De Mallorca

A fabulous city full of culture and fun for all

• Grab yourself a good early breakfast onboard

• Head to Porto Cristo on the east side of the island, where you’ll find the Cuevas del Drach — the dragon caves. Booked Excursion

• Before going back to the ship, head to Palma’s premier shopping in the Passeig de Born neighbourhood.

• Back onboard Take in the ultimate Broadway style show, Mamma Mia

Marseilles France

• Excursion – At Calanques National Park, you’ll find rough, white limestone cliffs that rise sharply above the sea. You can take a relaxing boat tour or even kayak in the area

• Try out the local Cuisine – The signature dish of Marseille is without a doubt the savoury bouillabaisse.

• Back onboard, try out the Rising Tide Bar which moves up and over central park & the Royal Promenade

• After dinner, try out some of the unique entertainer, Comedians dancers and more

Florence/Pisa Italy

• Excursion: Climb the 251 steps up the spectacular Leaning Tower or Campanile (bell tower) on the Field of Miracles in Pisa.

• Excursion: In Florence, you can’t miss the Santa Maria del Fiore cathedral, more commonly called the Duomo in honor of its red-tiled cupola, or dome. The city’s most iconic landmark,

• Tuscany has its own unique cuisine and pasta dishes. Try fresh pecorino (sheep’s milk cheese), fazzoletti (pasta filled with ricotta and spinach), papardelle (broad noodles),

• Back on board, it could be the night for The Ice Games – amazing figure skating show!

Rome Italy

• The port is quite distance from the centre of Rome so always good to book the transfer with the cruise line into Rome

• Rome is a very easy city to find your way about and see the sights yourself – you can plan ahead so you fit everything in – The Colloseum, Trevi Fountain, and St Pauls Cathedral are a must. You can take the underground to the Cathedral

• Rome is full of lots of little Tavernas to try some Italian specialities for lunch or just stop for coffee and watch the Italians go by!

• Back on board – it’s a night to try out one of the Speciality Restaurants on board eg. Chops Grille; Azumi and many more (remember to book in advance on your Cruise Planner

Naples/Capri Italy

Catacombs of San Gennaro – get up close and personal with Naples’ past residents in this Underground tomb

• Walk along the Miglio Sacro (‘Holy Mile’) and people-watch your way through the cafes and shops of the Sanita district with a zuccherato (sweetened espresso) in hand.

• Jump onboard a Naples cruise and take the short bus ride to the base of Mount Vesuvius – it’s an easy 20- to 30-minute hike will take you to the summit

• Back on board – you have the next day at sea to fully relax, so you can make it a late one! Dance the night away at the nightclub or have a flutter at the Casino

A Day at Sea

These are just a few ideas of what you can do – Your cruise Planner will be your bible to planning the best cruise ever!

• Have a leisurely breakfast and plan your exciting day ahead onboard

• Go zip lining across the top deck of the ship

• Play some crazy Golf

• Check out the Merry go Round on the Boardwalk and have lunch at Johnny Rockets

• Book into the Spa for a well earned pamper session (best to book before you board)

• Try some Ice skating lessons