Marella Cruises, the UK-based cruise line operated by TUI, has revealed plans for a special solar eclipse voyage aboard the Marella Discovery 2 in the summer of 2026. This unique sailing is set to offer passengers a chance to witness the solar eclipse at sea on August 12th, 2026, while the ship is positioned in Palamos (Spain).
The Marella Discovery 2 will sail under the newly revamped ‘Cosmopolitan Charms’ itinerary, departing from Palma (Majorca) on August 11th, 2026. Ports of call will include Palamos, Spain; Propriano, France; Civitavecchia (for Rome), Italy; Salerno (for Pompeii and Amalfi), Italy; Palermo, Sicily; and a return to Palma. This marks the first time Marella Cruises has crafted a specific itinerary designed to provide passengers with an opportunity to observe a solar eclipse at sea.
In addition to this eclipse-focused voyage, the Marella Discovery 2 will also feature a refreshed ‘Jewels of the Mediterranean’ itinerary, starting on May 12th, 2026. This route, also departing from Palma, will include stops in Olbia, Sardinia; La Spezia (for Portofino and Florence), Italy; Villefranche (for Monaco), France; Toulon (for the Cote d'Azur), France; Palamos, Spain; and a return to Palma, Majorca.
Marella Cruises is also set to commemorate its 30th anniversary with celebratory sailings across its fleet, beginning on May 7th, 2026. These voyages will depart from various ports, including Corfu, Greece; Limassol, Cyprus; Palma, Majorca; and Dubrovnik, Croatia.
The cruise line is further enhancing its offerings with an expanded Cruise & Stay program. This includes the addition of 18 new hotel options across Cyprus, Croatia, Corfu, and Spain, supplementing the 112 hotels already available to Cruise & Stay guests. These accommodations will be accessible via flights from 20 airports across the UK. Marella Cruises continues to provide an all-inclusive experience as standard, covering gratuities and service charges.
Prices for the ‘Cosmopolitan Charms’ summer 2026 itineraries start from GBP 1,533, with bookings available from Thursday, October 17th, 2024.