Featured Cabins
Itinerary
Lisbon, Portugal
Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since the 13th century. It is a city famous for its majestic architecture, old wooden trams, Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history. Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio. Today there are distinct modern and ancient sections, combining great shopping with culture and sightseeing in the Old Town, built on the city’s terraced hillsides. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades.
Portimão, Portugal
Portimão is a major fishing port, and significant investment has been poured into transforming it into an attractive cruise port as well. The city itself is spacious and has several good shopping streets—though sadly many of the more traditional retailers have closed in the wake of the global economic crisis. There is also a lovely riverside area that just begs to be strolled (lots of the coastal cruises depart from here). Don’t leave without stopping for an alfresco lunch at the Doca da Sardinha (“sardine dock”) between the old bridge and the railway bridge. You can sit at one of many inexpensive establishments, eating charcoal-grilled sardines (a local specialty) accompanied by chewy fresh bread, simple salads, and local wine.
Cádiz, Spain
Believed to be the oldest town on the Iberian Peninsula, the Andalusian port of Cádiz enjoys a stunning location at the edge of a six-mile promontory. The town itself, with 3,000 years of history, is characterised by pretty white houses with balconies often adorned with colourful flowers. As you wander around be sure to take a stroll through the sizeable Plaza de Espãna, with its large monument dedicated to the first Spanish constitution, which was signed here in 1812. Cádiz has two pleasant seafront promenades which boast fine views of the Atlantic Ocean, and has a lovely park, the Parque Genoves, located close to the sea with an open-air theatre and attractive palm garden. Also notable is the neo-Classical cathedral, capped by a golden dome.
Málaga, Spain
As you sail into Malaga you will notice what an idyllic setting the city enjoys on the famous Costa del Sol. To the east of this provincial capital, the coast along the region of La Axarqua is scattered with villages, farmland and sleepy fishing hamlets – the epitome of traditional rural Spain. To the west stretches a continuous city where the razzmatazz and bustle creates a colourful contrast that is easily recognisable as the Costa del Sol. Surrounding the region, the Penibéetica Mountains provide an attractive backdrop overlooking the lower terraced slopes which yield olives and almonds. This spectacular mountain chain shelters the province from cold northerly winds, giving it a reputation as a therapeutic and exotic place in which to escape from cold northern climes. Malaga is also the gateway to many of Andalusia’s enchanting historic villages, towns and cities.
Málaga, Spain
As you sail into Malaga you will notice what an idyllic setting the city enjoys on the famous Costa del Sol. To the east of this provincial capital, the coast along the region of La Axarqua is scattered with villages, farmland and sleepy fishing hamlets – the epitome of traditional rural Spain. To the west stretches a continuous city where the razzmatazz and bustle creates a colourful contrast that is easily recognisable as the Costa del Sol. Surrounding the region, the Penibéetica Mountains provide an attractive backdrop overlooking the lower terraced slopes which yield olives and almonds. This spectacular mountain chain shelters the province from cold northerly winds, giving it a reputation as a therapeutic and exotic place in which to escape from cold northern climes. Malaga is also the gateway to many of Andalusia’s enchanting historic villages, towns and cities.
Almería, Spain
Cruising the Mediterranean Sea
Cagliari, Italy
Known in Sardinia as Casteddu, the island’s capital has steep streets and impressive Italianate architecture, from modern to medieval. This city of nearly 160,000 people is characterized by a busy commercial center and waterfront with broad avenues and arched arcades, as well as by the typically narrow streets of the old hilltop citadel (called, simply, “Castello”). The Museo Archeologico makes a good starting point to a visit. The imposing Bastione di Saint Remy and Mercato di San Benedetto (one of the best fish markets in Italy) are both musts.
La Goulette, Tunisia
Trapani, Sicily, Italy
Trapani, the most important town on Sicily’s west coast, lies below the headland of Mount Erice and offers stunning views of the Egadi Islands on a clear day. Trapani’s Old District occupies a scimitarshaped promontory between the open sea on the north and the salt marshes to the south. The ancient industry of extracting salt from the marshes has recently been revived, and it is documented in the Museo delle Saline. In addition to the salt marshes,Trapani’s other interesting environs include the beautiful little hill town of Erice, the promontory of Capo San Vito stretching north beyond the splendid headland of Monte Cofano, the lovely island of Motya and the town of Marsala. Trips farther afield will take you to the magnificent site of Segesta or the Egadi Islands, reached by boat or hydrofoil from Trapani Port.
Cruising the Mediterranean Sea
Valletta, Malta
Malta’s capital, the minicity of Valletta, has ornate palaces and museums protected by massive fortifications of honey-color limestone. Houses along the narrow streets have overhanging wooden balconies for people-watching from indoors. Generations ago they gave housebound women a window on the world of the street. The main entrance to town is through the City Gate (where all bus routes end), which leads onto Triq Repubblika (Republic Street), the spine of the grid-pattern city and the main shopping street. Triq Mercante (Merchant Street) parallels Repubblika to the east and is also good for strolling. From these two streets, cross streets descend toward the water; some are stepped. Valletta’s compactness makes it ideal to explore on foot. City Gate and the upper part of Valletta are experiencing vast redevelopment that includes a new Parliament Building and open-air performance venue. The complex, completed mid-2013, has numerous pedestrian detours in place along with building noise and dust. Before setting out along Republic Street, stop at the tourist information office on Merchant Street for maps and brochures.
Cabin Options
Veranda Suite
Deluxe Veranda Suite
Serenity Suite
Concierge Suite
Penthouse Suite
Seven Seas Suite
Grandeur Suite
Grand Suite
Signature Suite
Regent Suite
Ship Facilities
About the Ship
Deck Plans
- Constellation Theatre
- Boutiques
- Atrium
- Grandeur Lounge
- The Casino
- Compass Rose
- Atrium
- Coffee Connection
- Constellation Theatre
- Infinity-Edge Plunge Pool
- Meridian Lounge
- Pacific Rim
- Serene Spa & Wellness
- Business Center
- General Manager
- Destination Services
- Reception & Concierge
- Heated Jacuzzi
- Fitness Centre
- Penthouse Suites
- Concierge Suites
- Deluxe Veranda Suites
- Veranda Suites
- Launderette
- Seven Seas Suites
- Penthouse Suites
- Serenity Suites
- Concierge Suites
- Veranda Suites
- Grand Suites
- Deluxe Veranda Suites
- Launderette
- Launderette
- Penthouse Suites
- Seven Sea Suites
- Signature Suites
- Seven Seas Suites
- Concierge Suites
- Serenity Suites
- Deluxe Veranda Suites
- Concierge Suites
- Penthouse Suites
- Grand Suites
- Grandeur Suites
- Serenity Suites
- Deluxe Veranda Suites
- Launderette
- The Study
- Chartreuse
- Prime 7
- Bridge
- Concierge Suites
- Superior Suites
- Penthouse Suites
- Grand Suites
- Grandeur Suites
- La Veranda / Sette Mari
- La Veranda
- Pool Grill
- Infinity-Edge Plunge Pool
- Smoking Area
- Pool Bar
- Culinary Arts Kitchen
- Connoisseur Club
- Library
- Observation Lounge
- Card Room
- Putting Green
- Shuffleboard
- Golf Net
- Bocce Court
- Paddle Tennis Court
- Sports Deck
- Jogging Track
- Concierge Suites
- Penthouse Suites
- Grandeur Suites
- Grand Suites
- Regent Suite
- Concierge Suites
- Penthouse Suites
- Constellation Theatre
- Boutiques
- Atrium
- Grandeur Lounge
- The Casino
- Compass Rose
- Atrium
- Coffee Connection
- Constellation Theatre
- Infinity-Edge Plunge Pool
- Meridian Lounge
- Pacific Rim
- Serene Spa & Wellness
- Business Center
- General Manager
- Destination Services
- Reception & Concierge
- Heated Jacuzzi
- Fitness Centre
- Penthouse Suites
- Concierge Suites
- Deluxe Veranda Suites
- Veranda Suites
- Launderette
- Seven Seas Suites
- Penthouse Suites
- Serenity Suites
- Concierge Suites
- Veranda Suites
- Grand Suites
- Deluxe Veranda Suites
- Launderette
- Launderette
- Penthouse Suites
- Seven Sea Suites
- Signature Suites
- Seven Seas Suites
- Concierge Suites
- Serenity Suites
- Deluxe Veranda Suites
- Concierge Suites
- Penthouse Suites
- Grand Suites
- Grandeur Suites
- Serenity Suites
- Deluxe Veranda Suites
- Launderette
- The Study
- Chartreuse
- Prime 7
- Bridge
- Concierge Suites
- Superior Suites
- Penthouse Suites
- Grand Suites
- Grandeur Suites
- La Veranda / Sette Mari
- La Veranda
- Pool Grill
- Infinity-Edge Plunge Pool
- Smoking Area
- Pool Bar
- Culinary Arts Kitchen
- Connoisseur Club
- Library
- Observation Lounge
- Card Room
- Putting Green
- Shuffleboard
- Golf Net
- Bocce Court
- Paddle Tennis Court
- Sports Deck
- Jogging Track
- Concierge Suites
- Penthouse Suites
- Grandeur Suites
- Grand Suites
- Regent Suite
- Concierge Suites
- Penthouse Suites